Darren Morrison
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County Durham
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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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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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