Candy Brown

My expertise

St Lucia
South Africa
Maldives
Mauritius
Sri Lanka
Accessible Travel
Tailor-made travel

I'm based in

Twyford

Available for new enquiries

It's Nice To Meet You

Hi, I’m Candy - your personal independent travel agent with a genuine passion for creating unforgettable travel experiences.

I offer a highly personal service, taking care of every detail as I plan, research, and book your perfect trip — whether that’s a relaxing beach escape or a fully bespoke, luxury multi-centre journey. Every itinerary is carefully tailored to you, with thoughtful extras such as airport lounge access, seamless transfers, hand-picked excursions, and private tours to ensure your travels are effortless and truly special.

From our very first conversation until you’re safely home, I’m right by your side. There’s no need to spend hours searching online or waiting on hold with call centres — I manage everything for you, so you can simply enjoy the excitement of your journey.
Having personally travelled to 45 countries, my love for travel means I’m constantly learning, exploring new destinations, and staying up to date with the very best the industry has to offer. I work closely with hundreds of trusted, top-tier suppliers to deliver exceptional experiences every time.

For complete peace of mind, all packages are financially protected and ATOL covered, and you’ll also have access to a dedicated duty office team available 24/7 should you ever need support while travelling.
Your journey matters to me — and I’d be delighted to help you turn your travel dreams into reality.

Why book with a travel counsellor? It’s simple!

1- Tailored Excellence: I will invest my time and expertise into creating your perfect trip, sparing you the hassle of endless internet searches, and ensuring every detail is taken care of, leaving you free to focus on the excitement of packing.

2- Financial Peace of Mind: With 100% financial security from the Travel Counsellors Trust Fund and ATOL protection for package deals, your investment is safeguarded. In the unlikely event of any issues, rest assured your money will be returned within 14 days, offering invaluable peace of mind.

3- Personalised Service: Say goodbye to impersonal call centres and hello to personalised support from me every step of the way. From initial planning to your safe return home, I'll be at the end of a phone to address any concerns or queries, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience.

Wherever your Wanderlust takes you, from the smallest details to the biggest visions, I will be able to help create the perfect trip. Whether you’re dreaming of an idyllic Caribbean island, a fun filled family break, an active tour of Costa Rica, a Lapland adventure, a majestic Norwegian Cruise, or enchanting Disney trip- I can help!
From a simple sunshine package to an island hopping/multi stop tour, nothing is too bespoke.

Your paradise awaits—let's embark on this journey together!

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Explore my guides and blogs

Beaches and Jungle in Sri Lanka with Uga

Beaches and Jungle in Sri Lanka with Uga

I was recently lucky to join a luxury fam trip in Sri Lanka staying at and viewing 5 of the Uga hotels. These are high end properties all with unique points and locations. I had an amazing time and wanted to share my experiences :)

19 May 2026 7   min read

Solo Travel - Small Group Tour - Client experience across Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia & Laos

Solo Travel - Small Group Tour - Client experience across Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia & Laos

My Client Asya, recently used my service to embark on a tour across Southeast Asia. She kindly agreed to an interview to share her experience of solo travel in a small group tour, in a trip planned by me. What inspired you to take this solo adventure through Southeast Asia? I am finally in a position in life where I have the freedom (both timewise and financially) to what I wish. I have been wai

06 Jun 2025 6   min read

Why Holiday in the Maldives?

Why Holiday in the Maldives?

Why Holiday in the Maldives? Activities: The Maldives is a paradise destination, great as a romantic escape or as a luxury family destination great for multi generational families. You can enjoy relaxing or can get involved with snorkelling/ diving with manta rays or whale sharks, learning about marine life, attend cookery classes, fantastic spas, fantastic kids clubs, Island hopping, dolphin cru

03 Jun 2025 2   min read

Sun, Sea, and Snorkelling Bliss: A Dream Holiday to Cyprus

Sun, Sea, and Snorkelling Bliss: A Dream Holiday to Cyprus

Sun, Sea, and Snorkelling Bliss: A Dream Holiday to Cyprus When you think of the perfect escape, what comes to mind? Beautiful beaches, luxurious hotels, incredible food, and the kind of experiences that make memories for a lifetime? That’s exactly what my wonderful clients found on their recent holiday to Cyprus — and their glowing feedback has us already dreaming of booking the next trip! Fro

26 Apr 2025 3   min read

River Cruising - you could really love it!!

River Cruising - you could really love it!!

River Cruising - A multi-City break on the water I went along to the CLIA River View Conference in Budapest in March this year knowing very little about river cruising. It is something I previously thought would not be very exciting, or luxury and would be more geared towards people of retirement age. I was wrong! River cruising it turns out is an experience which can be thoroughly enjoyed by al

16 Apr 2025 3   min read

Hotel 12 Rabot Hotel – Otherwise known as Hotel Chocolat!

Hotel 12 Rabot Hotel – Otherwise known as Hotel Chocolat!

Hotel 12 Rabot Hotel – Otherwise known as Hotel Chocolat! Set in the rainforest near the little town of Soufriere in southern St Lucia in the middle of a cocoa plantation is the Rabot Hotel! An Adults only boutique hotel. This the home of Hotel Chocolat and they offer chocolate making tours, sunrise and sunset yoga, a chocolate spa, a shuttle bus to sugar beach and beautiful accommodation with v

15 Apr 2025 2   min read

Adults Only Boutique Resort Saint Lucia Ti Kaye - Hotel 1 of 12

Adults Only Boutique Resort Saint Lucia Ti Kaye - Hotel 1 of 12

Saint Lucia day 1: After landing we hired a car and navigated the steep windy roads, (narrowly avoiding avoiding tons of potholes) through a stunning green island that appears similar to The Jurassic Park rainforest. We made it to the 1st stop about an hour and 20 mins from the airport. Ti Kaye Resort and Spa (means Tiny House) A beautiful Adult's only boutique resort, just 30 plantation styl

15 Jan 2025 3   min read

Dubai is amazing... but where next in The Middle East?

Dubai is amazing... but where next in The Middle East?

I recently attended a Travel Counsellor event - the Middle East Take over day. It was a great event where I was able to meet many suppliers from various hotels and tourist boards from Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah and Qatar. Dubai is well known as a holiday destination, but I was surprised how exciting the prospect of travelling to Ras Al Khaimah came to be after the event. This is something I felt I had

08 Sept 2024 5   min read

What my customers say

10/10 service Candy has been extremely helpful and proactive in helping me to setup my bucket list trip and I will absolutely be speaking to her for future adventures!

Adam Bennett

Twyford, Berkshire

10/10 service I've been recommending your services even before becoming your client as I had strong faith in your integrity as someone I already knew. Becoming your client was a bonus!

Rachel Bennett

Twyford

10/10 service Candy is being very helpful and patient, doing the research and coming up with some interesting options to meet my interests and availability. I have one holiday booked and we are considering choices and combinations for another!

Nicola Ochtman

Bracknell

Good communication between myself and Candy. Took a few days to organise the type of holiday my wife and I wanted. Candy provided several options for day trips/activities which allowed us to select those which appeared most inviting.

Neil Dunlop

Wokingham

10/10 score for service Very friendly, helpful, always there to help when you need it. Unlike conveyor belt travel agents, it's nice to get a personal experience.

Denise Dormer

Charvil- Reading

10/10 service

Janet Welch

Marlow

Score Received : 10 Additional Comments : Candy has taken so much stress of our shoulders in helping us book our dream family holiday. We were given several options to choose from and each one was provided with all the information we would need to make a decision. All booked now and looking forward to it! Will definitely use Candy again and will happily recommend her.

Samantha Lucas

Charvil - Reading

Gemma’s recommendation of Candy was fantastic. She achieved our dream ! Friendly , personal service unparalleled. Deffo use again 👍

Sarah Hawthorne

Abingdon

Score Received : 10/10 Candy has made our holiday booking very easy. Always available and is happy to sort out any queries we have. All done from the comfort of our own home.

Denise Dormer

Reading

We've just returned from the most amazing trip to South Africa which Candy organised for us. We moved around quite a lot but every hotel was amazing, all knew that it was our wedding anniversary and we were spoilt with wine, cakes and flowers at every one! Candy sorted all of our flight check ins and boarding passes and always answered any queries we had promptly, meaning all we had to worry about was having fun! I would definitely recommend Candy to book your perfect trip and take all the stresses away .

Suzy Wellman

Twyford

Score Received : 10 Candy totally understood my requirements. She called me back when she said and emailed me a couple of great options in terms of flights/trains and hotels which I was delighted with and it was straightforward to book. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her and will definitely be using Candy for our next summer holiday!

Jennifer Henwood

Newbury

Candy was super helpful, friendly, responsive, informed and gave us plenty of choice. Thank you!

Michael Markham

Wokingham

Candy has exceptional knowledge and a warm, attentive approach. She is incredibly patient and kind, taking the time to understand our family's needs and tailor every detail to create the perfect holiday. Her dedication and expertise made the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. I highly recommend her! Many thanks.

Elizabeth Kessock-Philip

Wokingham

Candy was responsive and listened to my needs. She adjusted my plan to follow my wishes.

Joyce Potter

Twyford, Berkshire

Score Received : 10/10 Candy is simply brilliant at what she does. I am so looking forward to the trip that she has organised.

Asya Barskaya-Lebed

Twyford, Berkshire

Just wanted to give a shout out to Candy Brown sorted out our 2025 holiday!! Easy and quick! Thanks so much! We're so excited, love having something to look forward to. You made it all so easy and a great price too, all in budget with the whole wish list! :)

Charlotte Matthams

HIGH WYCOMBE

Candy was such an incredible help when booking our holiday. She took time to listen to our requirements, made tailored recommendations, did all of the legwork and made the entire process so smooth. This is definitely the way forward when it comes to booking holidays!

Hannah Eichler

Leighton Buzzard

I have already recommended Candy to two other people she was amazing in every way.

Lesley Eichler

Whitchurch

Candy talked me through the process and asked questions to find out what I wss looking for. When I gave the information to Candy about my trip, everything was then sorted for me by Candy. Candy was lovely to speak to and understood exactly what I was looking for. It felt great that I didn’t even need to check-in on my flight - Candy had done it for me, I could screen shot my ticket on my phone and I was good to go. The experience with booking my holiday Travel Counsellor Candy was the easiest and simplest way for me. I was able to relax and leave it in Candys hand to sort my holiday, which she did fast and efficiently. I am very satisfied with my experience of booking my holiday with Travel Counsellor Candy.

S C

Reading

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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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