Amanda Barrett
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East Sheen, London
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We all deserve a great holiday!
Our demanding lifestyles mean that sometimes researching and booking the right holiday can be a time consuming chore. Having your own Travel Counsellor can offer you a much simpler way to achieve your perfect holiday, short break or business trip.
Allow me to save you time, give you ideas and choice and turn your dreams into reality.
Whether travelling alone, as a couple, with a family group or with young children, let me listen to find out what’s important to you. No trawling through web sites or pounding the pavements.
I can offer friendly, professional, independent, honest and impartial travel advice you can trust.
I have over 25 years’ experience of travelling the world and experiencing different cultures. I would be delighted to use my knowledge, my love and passion for travel to help you with your future travel and holiday plans whether in the UK or abroad. To suit any style and every budget.
I am fortunate to have travelled all over the world, including the USA, Europe on both city breaks as well as beach holidays, Thailand, Dubai, Fiji, Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Burma and Nepal. If you are interested in a destination I don't know personally, I have a vast amount of information at my fingertips, excellent industry contacts and am happy to undertake research on your behalf.
At Travel Counsellors we are the experts. With award winning technology and access to hundreds of suppliers. I can offer the best choice and service with peace of mind that every booking is 100% financially protected.
I look forward to hearing from you!
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Honeymoon Gift Registry
Our Honeymoon Gift Registry service allows your guests to give you the most memorable gift of all: your dream honeymoon tailor made down to the finest detail. You may already have all the bed linen and towels you need, or you may have a perfect honeymoon in mind but need a helping hand making your dream trip a reality. Whether it’s the ultimate adventure trip, a romantic city break or a luxurious
21 Feb 2023 5 min read
Family Fun at Dreams Playa Mujeres
The Dreams Playa Mujeres all-inclusive resort is situated within a gated community, with an expansive pool area, a sandy beach and a water park. This resort offers what they call ‘Unlimited Luxury’, where everything is included, from drinks and food, to activities. Surrounded by white sand and the Caribbean Sea, it’s the ideal setting for a relaxing holiday – with the excitement of Cancun nearby
07 Jun 2019 5 min read
Vancouver Adventure
Vancouver is a city like no other, effortlessly combining the buzz of a chic urban centre with the rejuvenating energy of nature. From the great outdoors of Vancouver's lush Stanley Park, urban markets within Granville Market to the exhilarating opportunity to experience a sea plane flight with the best view of the surrounds - Vancouver has it all! A must-see-must-try is the Capilano suspension
22 Nov 2017 5 min read
Club Med La Plantation D’Albion, Mauritius
Down-to-earth, thoughtfully designed and well-equipped with expensive lush lawns, curved lagoon-like infinity pools, sprawling restaurants (so big that it never felt crowded) and dreamy sea-views through dramatic palms, La Plantation D’Albion is simple, stylish and very family-friendly. The resort is perfect for parents seeking some rest and relaxation whilst their children are kept active
12 Sept 2017 5 min read
The Magical Seychelles
As one of six lucky Travel Counsellors selected to visit these magical Islands - I have to say The Seychelles did not disappoint. The Seychelles archipelago is made up of 115 islands. Located just beneath the equator and to the north-east of Madagascar, the islands are divided into two categories: the “Inner Islands’ and the “Outer Islands”. The inner islands are located to the north and are
16 Jun 2017 5 min read
Perfect half term week at Neilson's Portomyrina Palace, Lemnos
'Relax as hard as you like' pretty much sums up our week in Lemnos with Neilson Beachclubs. First rate location, accommodation, food and activities meant that I didn't need to worry about a thing (other than when I needed to get to the tennis courts!). My children made friends, enjoyed all the activities and are already asking when we can go back. The staff were courteous, professional an
22 Jun 2016 5 min read
Buccament Bay Resort, St Vincent
Located 90 miles west of Barbados, St Vincent is one of an archipelago of 32 islands and cays known as “the Jewels of the Caribbean”. St Vincent really is a paradise, an unspoilt tropical haven with secluded coves and spectacular backdrops of high mountain peaks and valleys cloaked in tropical forest with cascading waterfalls. Buccament Bay Resort sits in such a cove. Relaxed environment, frien
10 Sept 2015 5 min read
Family fun in Tuscany
A beautiful Tuscan villa in May, with its own a pool, on a private estate, proved a big hit with my family. The Varramista Estate is a stunning, in a lovely rural Tuscan landscape amongst rolling hills covered with vineyards, forest and olive groves. Conveniently situated 20 minutes from Pisa, sandy beaches and an international airport, it is also within easy distance (45 mins) of the histori
14 Jul 2015 5 min read
San Miniato - A British wedding - Italian style!
A diminutive Tuscan hilltop village in the heart of white truffle country, San Miniato is about half way between Pisa and Florence and south of Lucca, making it an ideal daytrip destination for serious gourmands. With its picturesque medieval centre and enviable views of the lush Arno Valley below, San Miniato is a wonderful destination year-round. The most popular time of year to visit, however
13 Jul 2015 5 min read
Palma - The Perfect City Break
Palma de Mallorca comes as a surprise to many people - it is stylish, sophisticated, intimate, yet bursting with life. Located on the southern shores of Mallorca, the island's capital city looks out over the sparkling blue seas of the Mediterranean. Just see the view from my hotel room at The Gran Melia Victoria. Half of Mallorca's population live here, enjoying the island's best restaurants, s
08 Jun 2015 5 min read
St Paul's Bay - A beautiful place for a wedding!
A holiday and a wedding with all your friends - that's my kind of trip! This picturesque little bay immediately 'wow-ed' us as we sailed in to it for our friend's wedding. A beautiful tiny chapel perched on the rocks just a short climb from the beach. Perfect! Lindos is lovely. The ancient Acropolis sits atop the village overlooking it with pride and rightly so. The labyrinth of shops and re
08 Jun 2015 5 min read
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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.
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.
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.
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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