Sent by Madeleine Bowden
Aylesbury 03/06/2025
Carol has built up a good relationship with us and knows what we like so always finds the perfect holiday for us.
Based In Waddesdon
Carol Bull
It's Nice To Meet You
Hello, and welcome to my web page.
I am proud to say that I love my job and I love to travel.!. I have been helping clients with their holiday arrangements for over 26 years,
I have been fortunate enough to travel to many destinations all over the world., Australia, Canada, Cuba, Antigua, Jamaica, Egypt, Hong Kong, Mauritius,and the Maldives to mention a few, and also experienced several cruises.
Why book with me? As an expert I check holidays every day so I know the best deals available. Plus, you can have complete financial peace of mind as everything booked with me is 100% financially guaranteed through our unique Travel Counsellors Trust fund.
I particularly specialise in long haul, cruises, and tailor made itineraries, but I am also very happy to arrange hotel stays or holidays in the U.K. and Europe.
My clients appreciate the fact that they will only speak to me and can contact me when its convenient for them, not like the High Street agencies - only open 9-5.30., which results in my customers returning back to me time and time again.
Thank you for visiting my web page and I look forward to hearing from you soon!
Warm Regards..
Carol
Contact Me
Whatever your holiday needs I'm here to help you, so simply give me a call or send me an email with your contact details on and I can get things started for you:
My Blog
I absolutely live and breathe travel and I love to write about my experiences! Please take a look through my posts - you might find your own holiday inspiration.
Antigua
20 September 2013
With 365 beaches and only an 8 hour flight away, Antigua is the place to kick off your shoes and chill out. I stayed at grand Pineapple Beach for 1 week in a tropical waterfront room – wonderful to wake up to views of the beach and ocean. This is a small resort, with very friendly staff, a wonderful speciality restaurant and the unique ‘Outhouse’ for panoramic views and midday snacks. The second week was spent at the Verandah (right next door!) but it was a totally different. Very large, spread out over many acres – you can call for a buggy to get you around the resort, or get exercise by walking! Accommodation is in delightful semi-detached villas. I spent a full day going round the island by catamaran which was interesting and exhilarating where the ocean meets the calmer sea! You can take a trip to Barbuda, pink sands for miles and also the habitat of frigate birds. Nelson’s Dockyard is definitely worth a visit for its maritime history, and Shirley Heights on a Sunday for a party atmosphere, the taste of local food and of course – music! It was my third visit to Antigua, and I hope it will not be my last.
River Cruise in Europe
22 February 2013
Would you like to visit some cities without having to fly between them, and also experience fine dining without having to go out to look for restaurants? If the answer is yes, then you need to look no further than a River Cruise. I was lucky enough to be invited to experience one by A.P.T. a specialist in Australian & N/Zealand tours, and European River cruises. We flew into Salzburg, then joined our ship, the 5* MS Amalyra for our journey down the Danube.Next was the elegant city of Vienna, where you spend the whole day enjoying the sights, and you can even attend an optional concert. Onwards to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia for an afternoon,then the following morning experience the grand sail into Budapest for the final full day, where a visit to the Opera House is a must. All excursions are included and the food on board is superb. This is a wonderful alternative to ocean cruises, and its not just the Danube, there are cruises on the Rhine, Rhone, and in France, Spain, Portugal and Russia.
Heavenly Hong Kong
10 October 2011
I was lucky enough to have an educational visit to the vibrant city of Hong Kong. Fabulous views of Hong Kong can be seen from the Peak, which is reached by the exciting funicular railway. I loved travelling across from Kowloon to Hong Kong Island on the Star Ferry in the evening and seeing the amazing light displays. The floating harbour at Aberdeen is a must, where local people live on board their boats. What a place to shop! From getting bargains at Stanley Market to sophisticated designer stores in the shopping malls. The food was amazing - it is so worth trying a typical Cantonese restaurant. Also worth trying is the Russian Ice Bar, where you literally don fur coats and hats and enter a fridge to drink shots of vodka!! Quite hilarious! Hong Kong has something for everyone, even Disneyworld - fantastic for a city break or a stopover en route to Australia. You will not be disappointed.
My customer stories
Sent by Claire Buckingham
Aylesbury 03/06/2025
Carol provides an excellent and individual service. Very quick to respond and nothing is too much trouble!
Sent by Claire Holmes
Milton Keynes 03/06/2025
“My experience with Travel Counsellors, especially with Carol, was absolutely brilliant. She took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for and made everything so easy and personal. Nothing was too much trouble — she was always available, super organised, and really went the extra mile to make sure everything ran smoothly. Thanks to Carol, the whole trip was completely stress-free. Highly recommend.
Sent by Donna Tame
Southport 14/01/2025
If I could choose a 12 then that would be better! Carol is helpful, patient and always responds in a timely way. Carol has been our Travel Counsellor for several years and quite a number of trips, and has never let us down. We always come back to Carol and will continue to do so .
Sent by Claire Holmes
Milton Keynes 28/10/2024
I have been a client of Carol’s for 2 years. From the very first conversation, it was clear that Carol genuinely cares about her clients. When an unexpected issue arose recently Carol, was just a phone call away, providing prompt assistance and support. If you’re looking for a travel agent who goes above and beyond, look no further than Carol. Her passion for travel and dedication to her clients make her a true gem in the industry!
Sent by Robert Sandali
Perth 28/10/2024
Amazing and prompt service by Carol. Would definitely recommend her to anyone
Sent by Donna Tame
SOUTHPORT 07/12/2021
Carol is friendly, efficient and always comes back to me with options. I am very pleased to e able to rely on her and will always use her wherever possible. She was recommended to me and I would and will recommend her to friends.
Sent by Ajay Sharman
Canterbury 07/12/2021
Carol, has worked at speed and with professional to support my request for holiday/flight opportunities to Turkey and also all the ridiculous requirements for travel in light of the COVID restrictions and requirements. Thank you Carol, for overcoming the various confusing messages. I am due to fly out in mid Dec and Carol has covered all my needs thus far. She remains a trusted travel advisor for me and one I have used for many years now.
Sent by Margaret Coates
Bicester, Oxon 24/02/2020
Carol Bull goes the extra mile with all we have ever asked her to do and we appreciate it so very much. Thanks.
Sent by Helen Jackson
Weston-on-the-Green, Bicester 24/02/2020
Carol is always very helpful with speedy replies.
Sent by jade Blaikie
Bedford 31/10/2018
I booked my trip wth Carol a few weeks ago and I immediately recommended her to one of my friends who has also booked a trip. She's brilliant and I will continue to use her in the future.
Sent by Madeleine Bowden
Aylesbury 18/10/2018
Carol always goes above and beyond to ensure the holiday choices we make are right for us. We have recommended her to many of our friends.
Sent by Pamela Hand
Fritwell, Bicester 18/10/2018
Carol is amazing, so helpful and with endless patience! Wouldn't book a holiday without contacting Carol first.
Sent by Linda Ziegler
London 18/10/2018
Lovely person to work with. Superb at finding the best prices.
Sent by Helen Jackson
Weston on the Green, Bicester 18/10/2018
Carol was as prompt and helpful as always. Thank you.
Sent by Donna Tame
Middleton Cheney 18/10/2018
Carol was extremely helpful and patient despite my changes of mind. She also got back to me in a timely fashion and report to all my queries very quickly. She is very easy to work with. We will contact her again.
Sent by Carly Prickett
St Albans 12/12/2017
Carol Bull has been excellent, very helpful and really understood our requirements.
Sent by Fiona Ponting
Woodstock 12/12/2017
I have always had a great experience booking through Carol. I know she will get the best deal, place, hotel and experience for me.
Sent by Ajay Sharman
Canterbury 12/12/2017
Carol, is an outstanding Travel Counsellor, able to provide wide and interesting alternatives to destinations and holiday types. A key feature is beginning to understand your client and Carol knows what I need for a family holiday and also that which could be more adventurous, always exploring cost effective opportunities. I will continue to use Carol's expertise.
Sent by Geoffrey Hillier
London 12/12/2017
Recommended to us by friends. Carol has been responsive to our travel requirements, coming back quickly with answers to any queries we have had.
Sent by Emma Nickols
Sutton Cheney 12/12/2017
Really quick getting back to me sorting an awkward dates ski holiday.
Sent by Jonathan Hall
Shabbington 12/12/2017
Carol was exemplary as always. She provided swift and thought provoking ideas for me as I sought to create a trip of a lifetime for my wife's 50th birthday in September. The surprise is on and we're all booked. Once I spring the surprise, then my wife can enjoy filling in the bits that will make the trip one to remember.
Sent by Madeleine Bowden
Aylesbury 12/12/2017
Thanks Carol, you are our holiday lifeline.
Sent by Nicola Brown
Melksham 12/12/2017
Carol is nothing short of brilliant! With just a few pointers detailing our requirement she put together the perfect package, all the hard work done for us! Exceptional service.
Sent by Pamela Hand
Fritwell 12/12/2017
We recommend Carol all the time, she gives an exemplary service.
Sent by Huw Banton
Aylesbury 12/12/2017
Carol was extremely helpful, and professional. And has found for me the exact trip I was looking for
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Sent by Jaqueline Brown
Piddington 12/12/2017
Carol was really helpful when organising our holiday. It felt like nothing was too much trouble. We will definitely recommend her to our friends.
Sent by Jacqueline Newlyn
Maidenhead 12/12/2017
Carol did a great job with finding our holiday and helping us with our plans. Very quick and good information.
Sent by Lee Buckingham
Aylesbury 10/06/2015
After using Carol for our honeymoon 'tour' booking we did not hesitate in contacting her again to work her magic on our first "family" holiday abroad
Sent by Marion Elliot
Banbury 10/06/2015
Carol is always helpful and will search for a holiday that meets our request and needs. I would and have recommended her to others.
Sent by Ross Hand
Bicester 10/06/2015
Top marks for Carol - she offers a superb service!
Sent by Julie Hillier
Steeple Aston 10/06/2015
Hello, Carol is friendly, efficient and right on the ball. I gave her my brief of what I would like and she delivered.
Fabulous. Have already recommended Carol to friends and family.
Sent by Madeleine Bowden
Aylesbury 10/06/2015
Carol always goes the extra mile to deliver a personalised service, we can rely on her to create the perfect holiday for us.
Sent by Karyn Panting
Middle Barton 10/06/2015
Always a fantastic experience using Travel Counsellors always get just what I wanted in a holiday
Sent by Sarah Luesley
Basingstoke 10/06/2015
Always efficient and easy to use - definitely receommend.
Sent by Andrew Blakeway
Stafford 10/06/2015
Have recommended your services to a number of friends and will be happy to continue to do so in the future.
Sent by Ian Widgington
Haddenham 03/06/2015
Booking a holiday should be a pleasure not a stress so why waste your valuable time trawling through the internet when you can let a travel expert like Carol find the best deals in the best hotels for you.
Sent by Alice Hardcastle
Bristol 03/06/2015
Carol made choosing and booking our honeymoon very stress free at a time when wedding plans amongst other everyday work and chores were keeping us very busy. From the moment we spoke Carol knew exactly what we were looking for which we were very surprised by and also extremely grateful. Thank you so much, we cannot wait to go!
Sent by Michael Shepherd
Newton Abbot 03/06/2015
Carol gave us excellent service. The travel agent in our small town, who we had used for many years, closed last year and we were so pleased to find someone who took as much care as he did. Being at a distance was no problem at all.
Sent by Andrew Ayris
Tingewick 03/06/2015
We have found Carol Bull to be excellent on both occasions that we have used your service and we have already recommended her to both friends and family. We are looking to travel again next year and will be contacting Carol again.
Fantastic service keep up the good work.
Sent by Elaine Saunders
Aylesbury 03/06/2015
Carol always finds us a better deal than we can find online. She also finds us better hotel options by knowing what sort of things we like. We have booked with carol 3 times including our honeymoon and will definitely book again in the future.
Sent by Anthony Huxham
Hinkley, Leicestershire 03/06/2015
Thanks Carol for your help, advice and most importantly, your patience in helping organise our trip to Australia. Finding the most convenient times and connections for our travel is much appreciated.
We look forward to using you for future holidays!
Sent by Ajay Sharman
Canterbury 03/06/2015
Carol has been an outstanding support for all my travel plans and I have to say the nature of my life is one of immediate requests and short timescales! From UK holidays to overseas, I have had incredible support and long may it continue. The score of 10 reflects attitude, and speed of the turnaround time on requests. Carol is a key Travel Counsellor for you and I will retain my links to her and you as an organisation.
Sent by Judith John
Bridgend 03/06/2015
My counsellor is Carol Bull and she has allways given an excellent service I have recommended her to friends who have been more than satisfied and still use her I have complete confidence in recommending her
Sent by Jon Hall
Shabbington 03/06/2015
Carol is always very helpful and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her again and again.
Sent by Peter Grant
Launton, Bicester 03/06/2015
Carol always gives us excellent, prompt and friendly help.
Sent by Susan Coombs
Aylesbury 03/06/2015
Nothing was too much trouble, and her knowledge of area made it easier for us to make a decision, just a great lady to deal with.
Sent by Karyn Panting
Middle Barton 03/06/2015
Fantastic service especially with so many different requests can't wait to go on holiday now.
Sent by Karen Sansome
Bicester 03/06/2015
Nothing is ever too much trouble and always on hand
Sent by Steven Baxter
Lichfield 03/06/2015
Excellent service.
Sent by Madeleine Bowden
Aylesbury 03/06/2015
Carol Bull has provided exceptional service, always with a personal, friendly, helpful attitude. Her knowledge and advice together with her ability to really get to know us as her clients and what will suit us has ensured we always have a perfect holiday.
Sent by Helen Jackson
Weston-on-the-Green, Oxon 11/02/2014
It has been great to leave it all up to Carol Bull, I felt that every option was explored to get the best deal. Thank you.
Sent by Keith Brookes
Brewood, Staffs 11/02/2014
Carol provided a quick and good service, | would certainly use her again.
Sent by Sarah Luesley
Basingstoke 11/02/2014
Carol is always very effective, efficient, helpful and comes back, even at weekends for me if I have to sort anything out quickly.
Sent by Christopher Sutton
Leicester 11/02/2014
Great personal service !
Sent by Melanie Day
Middleton Stoney 11/02/2014
We gave Carol a very vague brief and she did a fantastic job to find us a great holiday, within budget and in a short period of time. Fantastic and have been singing her praises to friends and family ever since. Thank you very much.
Sent by Susan Dinsdale
London 11/02/2014
Carol was very efficient and excellent to deal with. She listened to our list of requirements and gave us a good selection of places to visit and hotels to stay in. She also communicated with us promptly which we were very grateful for. We would happily use Carol again for our travel needs.
Sent by Philip Bowden
Aylesbury 25/11/2013
Carol was a God send..we were planning a trip down the Nile for my wife’s 60th. This was cancelled very late due to the troubles, which left us needing to put in place an alternative at short notice. Carole searched diligently keeping us regularly informed, coming up with different and surprising alternatives. Carol not only worked efficiently, she displayed patience and empathy as our parameters shifted and changed. I cannot thank Carol enough and would recommend her services without reservation.
Sent by Christopher Sutton
Leicester 01/05/2013
Carol is always very efficient and always works hard to get a fair price .
Sent by Christine Saunders
Waddesdon 01/05/2013
Carol is great. She goes out of her way to give us the best options available. We wouldn't use anyone else and we have used her for a few years now, but so wish we had found her a long time ago. We can’t sing her praises enough
Sent by Amanda Macintyre
Bicester 01/05/2013
Carol was very helpful and took the time to research lots of different options for us. We are very grateful to Carol for booking us a very exciting holiday and will be recommending her to all our friends.
Sent by Karen Sampson
Bicester 15/03/2013
Carol makes it all so easy and nothing is too much trouble. Excellent service to date.
Sent by Adrian Wood
Finmere 15/03/2013
Carol always provides an excellent service. I have no worries about recommending her to friends, family and colleagues.
Sent by Ajay Sharman
Canterbury 15/03/2013
The idea of Travel Counsellors, is a good one, equating to relationship managers at banks, where I have one person to contact and the person has a good understanding of your needs and requirements. Carol is superb and hugely helpful and has been able to suggest some excellent holidays, breaks and hotels. I am very open, I will also look around, but on many occasions, not all, Carol has had my business. I am pleased to be associated with this company and with Carol.
Sent by Christopher Sandy
Charlton-on-Otmoor 22/02/2013
Carol always provides excellent service and never complains when we keep going back with changes to our original plan.
Sent by Nicola Brown
Aylesbury 22/02/2013
I'd been trying to find the time for three weeks to book up a few hotels for a trip round Europe, Carol had all the hotels sorted for me within a day. I'm so please I was recommended to use her by a friend, will definitely user her again!
Sent by Nicholas Whitfield
Aylesbury 22/02/2013
Carol as always has been fabulous, very helpfull and always available.... and whats even better is she is a nice person also. Thanks.
Sent by Ian Widgington
Haddenham 22/02/2013
Carol couldn't have been more helpful, everything booked as requested in a timely. Excellent service - nothing is too much trouble. We would recommend Carol to anyone looking for a hassle free way of booking any travel plans.
Sent by Steven Baxter
Fakenham 30/11/2012
Fantastic service!
Sent by Nicholas Whitfield
Aylesbury 30/11/2012
Carol as always has been fabulous, very helpful and always available.... and what's even better is she is a nice person also. Thanks.
Sent by A Wood
Oxfordshire 16/10/2012
Once again, we had a wonderful holiday; our ‘three-centre’ trip to the Middle East was delightful – a great mix of luxury, relaxation and sightseeing. Thank you so much for the totally stress-free experience. From the point of booking until we returned home, the whole process was seamless. Moreover, we know that in the unlikely event of problems, you are always there, day or night, to offer practical support and guidance. Thank you!
Please pass this message to your Senior Management – you are an incredible asset to TC.
Thank you also for the delightful flowers that arrived this morning – a wonderful gesture.
Enjoy your forthcoming travels.
Warm regards,
Adrian & Anna.
Sent by Jane Ayris
Tingewick, Buckinghamshire 01/08/2012
Carol was readily available to contact at any time, reacted quickly to our decisions, passing on our requests to the travel company. She liased efficiently on our behalf and regularly updated our itinerary. She came to us on recommendation and we have already passed on our recommendations to another party. We now feel we have a custom made holiday which exactly fits our objectives and we are looking forward to beginning our adventure in January.
Sent by Mie McLaughlin
Bicester 01/08/2012
Carol Bull has booked all our holiday for the last 25 years and she has always given us excellent service. Custom-made holidays to suit us at a very competetive price. I have already recommended her, and will continue to do so, to family, friends and business associates.
Sent by Lyn-Louise Johnson
Haddenham 01/08/2012
I would always recommend Carol (I already have many times). She manages to find me the best deals every time and comes up with some real beauties! Thank you Carol!
Sent by Andrew Blakeway
Stafford 07/06/2012
Once again Carol you have understood our needs very well and exceeded the brief, all within budget! Your patience in tweeking the arrangements for us and making certain every detail is correct with the booking is very much appreciated. Your knowledge and enthusiasm to get us the exact holiday we imagined is why we keep coming back to you year on year.
Sent by JOHN TATE
AYLESBURY 23/11/2011
We have used Carol as our consultant for many years and she has always achieved the holiday we required at the lowest cost possible. Carol will always search the market for the best deal she can find. No effort is too much for Carol and she will always make you feel her most valued client.
Sent by TONY TYLER
BICESTER 21/10/2011
I have been dealing with Carol for many years and she and one can "tick all the boxes!"
Sent by Margaret Coates
Bicester 20/10/2011
The four holidays arranged for me by Carol have been totally out of this world. She went to the nth degree to ensure that all we wanted to see and do was accomplished. Our hotels have been of the highest standard as also was the cruise ship. Nothing is too much trouble for her and she certainly enjoys the challenge of a complicated holiday. Her experience and never-failing patience results in her providing the holiday of your dreams and we are so grateful to have found her.
Sent by Sandra Stillman
Chinnor 19/10/2011
Carol is a gem. Nothing is too much trouble and I know that she does so much research to find just the right trip for her clients. She has a very wide breadth of knowledge & experience with the travel industry. Definitely you can put your trust in her for she consistantly rises to every challenge.
Sent by Huw Banton
Aylesbury 19/10/2011
Carol has been arranging travel for me for about 3 years now and is always my first port of call and usually the last too as she arranges everything so well at fair prices and where ever i travel. Her honest friendly service is of great help to me and one one occasion when i had a slight problem in Thailand at a hotel one quick call to carol and everything was sorted out in under 5 minutes, having service like that when so far away from home is of great comfort to me. My only wish is that i had come across Carol years ago. Many thanks for all your help Carol my holidays just wouldnt be the same without you.
Sent by Carolyn Bradfield
Stokenchurch 14/12/2010
Once again, Carol you have provided the ideal holiday for us, your expertise at identifying exactly what we want from the garbled information we gave is amazing and we had a fabulous holiday trekking in Thailand. It is always a pleasure to speak to you and your focus on delivering the highest possible customer care is exemplary.
Thank you once again
Carolyn, Dennis, Mary and Mick.
Sent by Kathy Bristow
Princes Risborough 14/12/2010
I just wanted to put in writing our thanks for your organisation of a wonderful holiday to the States.
We had an amazing time and everything went very smoothly with no hitches.
We would have no hesitation in asking for your help with future holidays and I have been recommending you to friends and family.
It was reassuring, although we didn't need to bother you, to know that you were on the end of the phone should we have any problems.
Thanks again.
Kathy & Kevin Bristow
Sent by Tom Stokes
Winchester 22/09/2010
Dear Carol
We wanted to write to say a huge thank you for organising our dream honeymoon to Hawaii and Las Vegas.
You were so patient when we would ring each day to suggest a new destination: you were a fantastic source of knowledge and ideas and for this we will be forever grateful.
When we eventually selected our holiday you organised every last detail of our trip ensuring that we could just sit back and look forward to our time away. We had an amazing time in Hawaii and Las Vegas and would love to go back, so we better start saving!!!
We have and will continue to recommend you to everyone I know and cannot praise you highly enough. We have told our friends to call you, if just to find out about the service you provide as we firmly believe they will not get a better service or price anywhere else, so far you have not been wrong!
A huge thank you once again for arranging our honeymoon; you made our life before the wedding a whole lot less stressful and we are looking forward to organising many more holidays with you in the future...next stop Paris!!!!!
Take care
Tom & Camilla
Sent by Claire Read
Thame 30/11/2009
Carol has organised our last couple of holidays and she has provided an absolutely superb service. Nothing is too big a problem (even when we needed help in the middle of the night) and she delivered on all levels. Our holidays have been fab and exactly what she promised - there would be no hesitation to recommend her services - and I have - many thanks Carol.
Sent by Carolyn Bradfield
Stokenchurch Bucks 30/11/2009
Having given you only a vague idea of budget, location and dates you crafted a wonderful holiday for us in Cuba, with just the right amount of time for culture and plenty of beach and relaxation. Your endless patience and friendly and professional manner ensured the whole decision and booking process painless, many thanks and we look forward to using your services again.
Sent by Paul & Geraldine Catlin
Oxford 13/08/2008
Carol has organised all of our recent holidays and we would rate her as excellent.
She is meticulous in her detail, most helpful and professional in her approach and very capable in meeting our ever changing requirements.
She has a warm personality and no problem seems too big. We would strongly recommend her services.
Sent by Adrian Wood
Oxfordshire 20/06/2008
Carol has been arranging our worldwide holidays for the past six years, and we have always been delighted with the service that we have received. We rarely take a 'straight forward' holiday, preferring instead tailor-made complex itineraries. Carol has always provided an efficient and reliable service, and we can commend her highly for her professional and friendly approach.
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