Caitlin Shead

My expertise

South Africa
Adventure Travel
Honeymoons
Couples
Families

I'm based in

Knutsford

Available for new enquiries

Unforgettable Journeys, Thoughtfully Designed Around You

I’m Caitlin and I’m your personal Travel Consultant based in Knutsford, Cheshire.

Originally born in Singapore, and with a childhood shared between England and South Africa, exploring the world has always been part of my life. From getting married in the South African bush to teaching my daughter to snorkel in the Caribbean, many of my most treasured memories have been created through travel, and that's exactly what I want for my clients too.

For me, it's not just about ticking off destinations, it's about understanding what matters most to you and adding those thoughtful touches that turn a good holiday into a truly special one: the lodge that is perfect for your first safari, the family‑friendly resort where everyone can do what they enjoy, or the little restaurant you will still be talking about years later.

As part of Travel Counsellors, my business is backed by a trusted and reputable company ensuring your holiday is in safe hands. We are 100% financially and ATOL protected and our dedicated Duty Office is available 24/7 for your peace of mind.

Being part of a global network means I can draw on experts in every destination, and our strong supplier relationships give us access to an extensive range of hand‑picked hotels, tours and experiences. Plus, with the myTC app you can easily access up‑to‑date holiday details and securely make payments for your bookings.

Your time is precious, so let me take care of the research and planning for that perfect trip, while you focus on making unforgettable memories. Travel doesn't have to be stressful: I'll treat your holiday like my own, keeping an eye on the details so everything runs smoothly.

Having a young family of my own, I understand the challenges of balancing work and family life, so I pride myself on being flexible and available at a time that suits you.
Get in touch for a chat and let’s start planning your next adventure, whether that's a South African safari, a sun‑soaked family escape or a once‑in‑a‑lifetime celebration trip.

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What my customers say

Our trip to the Lake District was magical, organised by @caitlin.shead_travel. The room was beautiful with lakeside views and a complimentary bottle of prosecco to enjoy. Evening meal was pre-booked in the restaurant and a fabulous breakfast to set us up for the day. It is the personal touches that Caitlin provides that really make you feel special; travel documents arrived before our departure, all arrangements carefully provided and a welcome home card. Thank you, Caitlin Shead!

Denise Greason

Askrigg

Excellent Service from Start to Finish! We booked our honeymoon to Royal Sandals Barbados through Caitlin Shead, and the service was fantastic from beginning to end. Caitlin took the time to understand exactly what we were looking for and helped us find the perfect honeymoon. She was always friendly, responsive, and incredibly helpful throughout the booking process, answering any questions we had and making everything feel stress free. Knowing Caitlin was there to support us gave us real peace of mind, and thanks to her, we had an amazing honeymoon in Barbados that we’ll never forget. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Caitlin to anyone looking to book a holiday, whether it’s for a special occasion or a family getaway. We will definitely use her again in the future. Thank you, Caitlin, for helping make our honeymoon so memorable! :)

Shanice Sellars

Crewe

This was our first experience using a travel agent rather than booking everything separately. Caitlin Shead helped us enormously, planning us a wonderful, luxurious but great value trip to Abu Dhabi, perfect for our young family. She was responsive, caring and went the extra mile to ensure we were well looked after. Would highly recommend to help take the stress out of endless searching and planning - we are already looking at a repeat booking for next year!

Louise James

Bovingdon

A great help. Very professional and attentive. Thank you Caitlin

Amit Sharma

Knutsford

Caitlin was really helpful, took down all our wants for our family holiday and gave us a fantastic itinerary in return. We can’t wait to go!

Stacey Churton

Southampton

This was our first time booking a holiday through Caitlin, and she absolutely nailed it. We have a big year coming up in 2026, we knew where we wanted to go but, now we’re travelling with a little one, we wanted to know if it would be kid friendly whilst still doing what us adults wanted to do. Caitlin took the brief and ran with it. We are so happy with the result. If you want a trip planned by someone who genuinely cares, Caitlin is the one. She took our wish-list, added thoughtful touches we hadn’t even considered, and delivered a holiday that felt effortless from start to finish. Something I would easily get stressed over, Caitlin had it all organised within a week. 5⭐️

Ali Churton

Southampton

Caitlin is fabulous. Knowledgeable, professional, and methodical. I am definitely a convert.

Mia Malthouse

Macclesfield

Caitlin Shead goes the extra mile to make sure that your holiday experience lives up to expectations and more. Caitlin listens and then delivers and is an asset in every sense of the word. Wishing Caitlin every bit of success going forward.

Shera-Lee Van Rooyen

Knutsford

Caitlin took all the worry out of booking.

Frances Lomas

Leek

Caitlin has gone beyond the call of duty to get a great destination within everyone's budget. There was a follow up service to arrange multiple transfer options and even additional flights.

Craig Shead

Knutsford

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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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