Alice Hornsby

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South Africa
Maldives
Greece
Sri Lanka
Thailand
Honeymoons
Safari
Lapland

I'm based in

Derbyshire

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Bespoke Luxury Travel, Crafted Around You

Welcome, I’m Alice, your personal Travel Counsellor. If you are dreaming of your next escape but have no time to plan it, you are in exactly the right place.

Over the last year I have had the privilege of designing and booking bespoke holidays for busy professionals, couples, families and groups of friends. From once‑in‑a‑lifetime honeymoons and big birthday trips to relaxed family beach breaks and multi‑centre adventures, I specialise in tailor‑made itineraries that feel effortless for you and unforgettable when you get there.

My service is intentionally personal. I start by getting to know you properly: how you like to travel, what makes you feel relaxed, and what you absolutely do not want. Then I turn your wish‑list into a carefully designed itinerary, hand‑picking every element: flights, hotels, transfers, experiences and those small touches that make all the difference. My aim is always the same: a holiday that feels “this is so us” from the moment you receive your quote.

Once you book, I stay with you every step of the journey, acting as your own travel concierge. I can arrange airport parking and pre‑flight hotels, lounges and fast‑track, restaurant recommendations, day trips and excursions, and, for something truly special, private jets or helicopter transfers. You will also have access to your own secure travel portal and app where you can view your quotes, itineraries and make payments in one place.

Travel is very personal to me too. I have travelled widely with my husband, family and friends, staying in 4 and 5 star luxury resorts and characterful boutique hotels. My own adventures include multi‑centre trips in Thailand (Bangkok, Khao Lak, Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and the Similan Islands), Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, the USA and the Caribbean, Greece plus countless European escapes and theme park holidays in Florida and Europe. I draw on this first‑hand experience, along with the insight of a global community of fellow Travel Counsellors, to give you honest advice and ideas that really fit.

As part of the multi‑award‑winning Travel Counsellors, your money is fully protected in our independent financial trust and all package holidays are ATOL protected, giving you complete peace of mind.

If you are ready to stop scrolling and start planning, I would love to help. Send me an enquiry, or let’s grab a coffee (virtual or in person) and chat through your ideas so we can start creating a holiday that feels completely made‑to‑measure for you.

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Explore my guides and blogs

Thailand: Is It Really For You? An Honest Guide From Someone Who’s Been

Thailand

Adventure Travel

Honeymoons

Couples

Families

Multi-Generational Travel

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Tailor-made travel

Thailand: Is It Really For You? An Honest Guide From Someone Who’s Been

Thailand is one of those places that looks almost unreal on Instagram: white sand, turquoise water and longtail boats framed perfectly against the horizon. But scroll a little further and you might also see clips that make you question whether it is the right destination for you. In this blog I draw on my own trips to Thailand, plus the experiences of my clients, to give you a clear, honest pictur

20 Aug 2026 3   min read

Oceania Vista: A Foodie’s Journey from Lisbon to Southampton

Honeymoons

Couples

Solo Travellers

Ocean Cruise

Adults-only

Oceania Vista: A Foodie’s Journey from Lisbon to Southampton

Read on for my first-hand experience on board the beautiful Oceania Vista and who Oceania is perfect for.

22 Jun 2026 4   min read

Finding Your Luxury Elounda Escape: My FAM Trip to Crete

Greece

Honeymoons

Wellness

Couples

Families

Multi-Generational Travel

Beach

Finding Your Luxury Elounda Escape: My FAM Trip to Crete

Following my recent FAM trip to Crete, I've written this Blog to help you understand which hotel might be right for you. If you're looking for a 5 Star hotel experience in the sophisticated Elounda in Crete, please read on and then submit your enquiry to get planning!

24 May 2026 8   min read

Sri Lanka: A Small Island Full of Big Moments

Sri Lanka: A Small Island Full of Big Moments

Every so often I visit somewhere that reminds me exactly why I do what I do. Sri Lanka was one of those trips. Rather than rushing around ticking off sights, I travelled with a private driver‑guide who met us in Colombo, stayed with us throughout, and dropped us back at the airport at the end. It felt like travelling with a local friend who knew all the secret viewpoints, snack stops and stories

03 Mar 2026 7   min read

Sintilating Singapore

Sintilating Singapore

Singapore was always on my list of cities to visit but Race Across The World really gave me the oomph to make it happen. What. A. City. Prior to life as a Travel Counsellor, I went here having booked through another travel provider. Ask me about Singapore and I will talk to you about it with enthusiasm and excitement! My husband and I tagged Singapore on to the end of a dreamy beach holiday to Th

20 Aug 2025 3   min read

What my customers say

Excellent and quick service, listened to my requirements and delivered exactly that, thanks Alice.

Jane Hill

East Midlands

First time using a travel service like this, and we’ll definitely be back — all thanks to Alice Hornsby at Travel Counsellors. She took the time to understand exactly what we wanted, then quickly came back with options that matched our budget and brief perfectly. I was a little wary of hidden costs, but I checked and her prices were as good as, or better than, booking directly. Alice handled everything, including flight check-in and sending our boarding cards. When we had a pool issue at our villa, she sorted a room change with the hotel that same day. Couldn’t recommend her highly enough — she genuinely cares about getting your holiday right. We’ll only be booking through Alice from now on.

Karl Wintrell

Durham

Alice has been brilliant!! She really took the time to understand what we wanted, and our family dynamic, to put together a holiday that is perfect for us! We are super excited for our trip and will definitely recommending Alice and booking with her again!

Harriet Jordan

Derby

We’ve just booked two holidays in quick succession. Alice was great at meeting our requirements and all of her suggestions entirely fit the brief. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.

Anna McLeod

Derbyshire

We visited Kuala Lumper and Bali for a two zone holiday l, that was extremely well planned and organised, everything was seamless and therefore stress free for us. Alice, our travel counsellor had taken the time to understand our requirements, likes and dislikes and created a beautiful holiday just for us. There was some lovely touches, a welcome note on arrival at our hotel, an early check in, which meant when we arrived after a 12.5 hour flight and transfer to our hotel, we were given access to our room straight away at 9:25am - that was so welcome. Private transfers, well planned trips and hints and tips given to us, to make sure we enjoyed our break. We don’t usually use a travel counsellor but based on this experience, we will definitely be using Alice’s services again.

Andy Saunders

Derbyshire

I called Alice to help with a trip to Lapland. Although I had an idea of what I wanted to do there I had no idea of locations, transfer times or where activities take place. Alice took time to get to know me and to really understand what I needed from a holiday. She came back with three different options. I’m quite fussy and asked if we could change some of the setup, this was no problem to Alice who again came back with three potential options. One of which suited perfectly! The quotes were easy to see within app and so too was paying the deposit. I went from not having a clue about Lapland to booking in just a couple of days. Alice took all the stress away and made it so easy!

Chris Mullins

Cridling Stubbs

Alice was extremely professional. She has arranged my holiday from start to finish, I just can't wait to go now - I would highly recommend using Alice to book your next break. She has lots of good advice and I will definitely be asking Alice to help with my next trip !

Sarah Haslam

Derbyshire

Alice made the process of booking my next holiday easy and enjoyable. She is super-efficient, engaging and responsive. She wants the best for her clients. Thank you for doing all the leg work, Alice. Looking foward to my holiday in Portugal next year and beyond!

Lisa Mason

Staffordshire

I would highly recommend Alice to book your next holiday through. She did a great job looking into River Cruises for myself and my husband. We have never done a river cruise before so didn’t know who was the best and who we should go with - Alice really went above and beyond to help us source the right cruise and we are really looking forward to our trip next year.

Joan Vanner

Widnes

I would highly recommend booking your holiday with Alice. I enquired about a trip to Sri Lanka, and from the very beginning she took the time to make me feel comfortable and truly understand me, my family, and everything we wanted from our getaway. She kept me informed at every stage and even suggested excursions she knew my children would love. The itinerary she crafted was absolutely perfect, thoughtfully balancing the downtime my children needed with the once-in-a-lifetime experiences my partner and I were hoping for. It was clear she had put real care and consideration into every detail. I cannot thank her enough for her time, patience, and thoughtful planning. Highly recommended!

Rhianna Mirza

Derby

Booking my holiday with Alice was easy and seamless. She takes the time to listen to what you want then guides you whilst giving you time to consider the options .She appears passionate about travel and wants you to have the best experience/holiday.

Amanda Masi

Derby

Alice is absolutely fantastic, no question is too much and so friendly and knowledgeable of the destination. I couldn't be happier.

Paul Grundle

Derby

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Tailor-made for you

Your holiday isn’t just a trip away. It’s a longed-for escape, time to reconnect with loved ones, or a dream adventure you never thought possible. That’s why I take the time to truly get to know you and understand your hopes and expectations, then use my experience, connections and passion for the destination to create a trip that makes those dreams a reality.

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Personalised service. Always

When you plan a holiday with me, you’ll be given my personal mobile number from the very first call. I’ll listen to your thoughts and ideas like I would a friend and arrange accommodation, activities, and flights that are all personalised to you. And I’ll share my personal tips and recommendations, so you can experience the true beauty of each destination.

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Stress-free travel, and more time
for what matters most

I believe your time away should be stress-free, easy, and seamless from start to finish. So, I take care of all the details for you - from ATOL protection, insurance, and flexible payments to access to the myTC app, which keeps everything in one place.

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Support when it matters most

If the unexpected happens, you can rest easy, knowing that I’ll handle any last-minute changes, flight cancellations, or disruptions before you even pick up the phone. So you always feel happy, carefree, and ready to make the most of every moment.

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