Darren Morrison

My expertise

Australia
Mediterranean
Greece
Spain
Sri Lanka
Couples
Ocean Cruise
River Cruise

I'm based in

County Durham

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It's Nice To Meet You

Hello, and welcome. I’m Darren, your personal Travel Counsellor, and I’m based in Durham. This year I celebrate 38 years in the travel industry: from the humble beginnings of stamping brochures in a high street agency to now running my own travel business, designing holidays that truly matter to my clients.

Over the years I have not only worked in travel, I have lived it. I have lived and worked in both Perth and Brisbane in Australia, and spent time as a resort rep in Menorca, Corfu and Athens. That first-hand experience of destinations, airports, transfers, hotels and local life means I understand what really makes a holiday work once you are actually there.

I have always had a genuine passion for travel and have spent many years researching and booking our own trips: from fly-drives along the Californian coast and magical Christmases in New York, to weekends in Europe’s great cities and lazy beach escapes on the Greek islands.

For me, every holiday has one very important thing in common: how special it is to the people taking it. Whether it is a long-awaited family getaway, a once-in-a-lifetime adventure or a quick city break to recharge, it deserves to be treated with care. My guiding principle is simple: every trip I am trusted to arrange receives the same level of attention to detail, so that my customers are happy to return to me year after year.

As a Travel Counsellor I have access to a wide range of exclusive tools, knowledge and global partners. This allows me to arrange everything from UK staycations and European beach breaks to complex multi-centre itineraries and round-the-world journeys. I will listen carefully to what you want, then shape a holiday around you, rather than trying to fit you into something off the shelf.

With my experience, destination knowledge and passion for service, I aim to take away the stress and uncertainty that can come with booking a holiday. I will handle as much or as little as you need, from flights and accommodation to transfers, car hire, excursions and those little touches that make a trip feel truly personal.

When you book with me, you will also benefit from:

- 100% financial protection through the Travel Counsellors Trust.
- The MyTC app, where you can view your quotes, bookings, travel documents and flight updates, and make payments securely in one place.
- 24/7 support, with help on hand around the clock should anything unexpected arise during your travels.

If you are thinking about your next getaway, I would love to help. Get in touch with me for a chat about your holiday ideas, and together we can start turning them into those special memories that last a lifetime.

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What my customers say

Always goes the extra mile. And over the years has got to know what we require in a holiday.

Michael & Liz B

Barnsley

A true customer service rarely seen these days.

Helen G

Durham

Darren is always professional and takes a personal interest on finding what you are want to achieve on your holiday.. Why does this matter? We save hard for our holiday jolly and having this input allows you to have clarity on your choice without the hard sell. Thanks Darren, next year's hit list will be with you in the next few weeks!

J H

Ruthin

We have just returned from St George's hotel and spa in Paphos Cyprus. A massive thanks to our amazing travel consultant, Darren Morrison. Who tailor makes your holiday to your requirements. You're simply the best 👌 xx

Liz & Michael B

Barnsley

Was very challenging and went out of his way to get me a decent holiday haven't been abroad for a long time and it is exactly what I needed.

A Brass

Durham

Darren is always super helpful, patient, and responsive. Thank you, highly recommended!

M R

Brighton

Friendly service and very helpful. Darren goes out of his way to find exactly what you are looking for.

H Greenwood

Durham

Darren is so helpful. Nothing is ever too much trouble. From start to finish he makes everything so easy. I can't praise him enough!

C F

Portugal

Darren always listens to what we require in our holiday and is honest of we are unable to achieve this with our budget...He always offers alternatives.. Looking forward to our next booked trip ..

J H

Ruthin

I have already recommended Darren to several people . He makes booking a holiday so easy.

P Smith

Durham

Darren is brilliant, an absolute pleasure to deal with and we’ve already recommended him to people we know, as well as Travel Counsellors to people we know in other areas of the UK.

C D

Northumberland

Thanks Darren for making my 60th birthday special..It wasn't a straight forward request as i had a few things that I wanted to tick off my bucket list.. Tokyo (bullet train and robot cafe)and explore Japan and islands, Philippines to spend time on one of their beautiful beaches..all in under 3 wks.. Darren delivered all that and a couple of unexpected gems Taiwan and a return visit for us to Hong Kong after 27 years. There will be many requests coming up and we know you always come up with a good deal with the requirements we expect.. Thank You..

J H

Ruthin

Darren has always been helpful and patient when dealing with any enquiries that we make. Darren has been helpful in giving us advice on locations, he is also aware of what we require from a holiday, and advices us accordingly. Endeavouring to get us the best location that is suitable for our needs.

M B

Barnsley

Amazing service. I found Darren very knowledgeable and honest about my holiday and also very patient and friendly. We definitely book with Darren again.

C F

Newcastle

Darren was so helpful, answered my many questions and was very informative. Would have no hesitation in recommending him to my friends and family.

B E

Hartlepool

Darren was very professional and had a vast amount knowledge on resorts. He went above and beyond to help me organise a special birthday holiday.

R S

Durham

Darren sorted flights at very short notice, and managed to get all documentation to us within a few hours of us explaining what was required and the urgency of it.

M B

Barnsley

Darren knows his stuff. He Listens to your needs and responds in a timely manner with the goods. He is friendly, professional, helpful and prices are competitive.

P Barrass

Sheffield

So keen to give the perfect holiday . Very knowledgeable and offered lots of information to help us decide

P Smith

Durham

Friendly , efficient and informative service, definitely recommend to friends

J R

Gateshead

Really happy with the service that Darren provides. Always engaging, nothing is ever too much trouble. Highly recommended & thank you.

S L

Ruthin

Darren always listens to our needs and provides an professional service throughout.

J H

Ruthin

Friendly, helpful, very knowledgeable, got us a great deal

J Ryle

Gateshead

Darren is always fantastic.

L Briggs

STOCKTON-ON-TEES

Darren has always been reliable to meet our needs when booking a holiday. We have recommended him to friends and family who have booked with him. It is a shame Covid hit to interrupt the travel industry. Looking forward to booking many more memories when we can..

J Huston

Ruthin

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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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