Cath Reese
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I am Cath Reese, founder of Escapes by Cath and a UK-based Travel Counsellor specialising in Safari Stories & Ocean Escapes: tailor-made African safaris and Indian Ocean escapes for clients who want their holidays to feel truly special.
For me, the perfect holiday is a story: the build-up before your first game drive, the quiet of the savannah at sunrise, the thrill of seeing wildlife in its natural habitat, and that moment you step onto an island beach and finally exhale. Escapes by Cath brings these moments together in carefully crafted journeys, with every detail looked after so you can simply relax and enjoy.
Whether you are planning a first-time safari, a multi-centre South Africa and Mauritius adventure, a family trip with memories to last a lifetime, or a once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon in the Maldives or Seychelles, I will design an itinerary around you. I take the time to understand what matters most – your pace, your comfort levels, your style of accommodation and the kinds of moments you want to remember – then build a trip that reflects that.
As your personal Travel Counsellor behind Escapes by Cath, I look after every detail: from flights, lodges and island resorts to private transfers and special touches, while being on hand with support and reassurance from the moment you first get in touch until you arrive back home. You benefit from my knowledge, my network of trusted partners and the financial protection and peace of mind that comes with booking through Travel Counsellors.
Although Escapes by Cath focuses on Safari Stories & Ocean Escapes, I am absolutely still here for all your other travel needs, including:
💫 Corporate and business travel
💫 Short-haul European trips
💫 Cruises, city breaks, family holidays and multi-centre itineraries beyond Africa and the Indian Ocean
I can arrange everything, from flights and hotels to transfers, meetings, incentive trips and extended stays, with the personal service, support and financial protection that comes as standard with Travel Counsellors.
Think of the safari and Indian Ocean focus of Escapes by Cath as the “front window” of my brand, not a limit on what I can book.
If you are dreaming of your own Safari Story, an Ocean Escape or a little of both, I would love to help you bring it or any other travel plans you have to life.
Contact me today to start planning your next escape.
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What's Your Safari Style?
Are You Team Tent Or Team Luxury Lodge On Safari? When you picture your dream safari, what do you see first? The flicker of a campfire outside your canvas tent, or a private plunge pool overlooking a waterhole from your luxury suite? Both styles of safari can be utterly magical, but they offer very different experiences. If you are wondering which might be right for you (or perhaps you are tra
11 Jul 2026 5 min read
Planning a safari and Indian Ocean escape: your questions answered
One of the things I love most about my work as a Travel Counsellor is helping clients plan their first (or next) safari and Indian Ocean escape. It is exciting, but it can also feel a little overwhelming: new destinations, unfamiliar terminology, questions about safety, seasons, budgets and logistics. To help, I have pulled together some of the questions I am asked most often about Safari Stories
05 Feb 2026 8 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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