David Cook
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Just a bit about me!
I have been travelling the world most of my adult life visiting a variety of far flung places.
I first caught the travel bug in my early 20s when I was backpacking between Thailand and Singapore (before mobile phones and the internet) and I haven't looked back since. I have been lucky enough to experience some amazing places but my choice of where to stay since those early days has most definitely improved. It's now more about views, food and location than cheapest possible and questionable hostels.
So far, I have visited more than 50 countries stretching from North America to South East Asia and the Caribbean to Australia. People often ask where is my favourite place I have visited. It's a question I struggle to answer as each destination offers a different experience. Travelling is my university so I am still learning and exploring.
I love creating memorable journeys and pride myself on treating your holiday with as much care as I do my own. The support you'll receive from me is second to none and I am here to help you navigate through these difficult times.
So why not get in touch and let me see how I can help with your next trip?
I look forward to hearing from you,
Happy travelling!
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Adventure in La Gomera
Only a 50-minute ferry crossing from the south of Tenerife, and you find yourself visiting another world. La Gomera, an orange shaped island without the mass infrastructure of its nearest neighbour, was the second stop on my Canarian adventure. I arrived at San Sebastian de la Gomera and picked up my hire car before driving the 40 minutes to where I was staying for the next six nights. The villag
08 Dec 2022 5 min read
The non beach lovers guide to Tenerife
If you have always thought that Tenerife was only about beach resorts, fast food, and nightlife, then you’ve either never been or you’ve never escaped the southern coastline. This was my first visit to the island, so I was curious to see for myself what it had to offer. I have never been someone that goes on holiday to sit on the beach as I get way too fidgety after about 15 minutes on a sun lou
23 Nov 2022 5 min read
Is All Inclusive responsible tourism?
Is All Inclusive responsible tourism? At least once a day I have a discussion with a customer about staying in an All-Inclusive property and nine times out of ten, it is with a family. Nothing unusual about that I thought until I recently did some training about responsible tourism, and it got me thinking about how responsible All-Inclusive actually is. In a destination like the Maldives, it mak
01 Apr 2022 5 min read
Go on, treat yourself!
Working in travel sometimes has a serious side effect of “Destination Envy.” Destination Envy or DE as its scientifically known, can cause a severe case of daydreaming. I recently discover one such property which caused this side effect and felt the need to share. The Brando. It really doesn’t need an introduction as the images will do it without me needing to describe how stunningly beautiful t
23 Mar 2022 5 min read
Turkey is not just for Christmas
I found a lovely property in Olu Deniz on the Southwest coast of Turkey. An area recognisable by its long stretch of beach, its blue lagoon, and a backdrop of pine tree clad mountains. This resort feels more like a village resort than a some of its larger neighbours. The area is perfect for walkers and water sports enthusiasts as well as sunbathers and if you ever fancied hurling yourself off the
09 Mar 2022 5 min read
Unspoilt Spain
Having explored the majority of Spain’s southern coastline, I keep returning to one particular region, where the beaches are quiet most of the year, the food is affordable and a place that is more locally focused than targeted toward tourists. It’s home to one of Europe’s oldest cities, although it has been claimed to be the oldest. It’s a place where you can go sand boarding, kite surfing and wi
24 Feb 2022 5 min read
A Trulli lovely holiday!
When you mention Italy, most people immediately think of Venice, Florence, Pisa, or Rome, but if you have visited these fascinating cities, where should you go next? Situated in the south-eastern corner of the country, is the region of Apulia. This region offers a lot, from lovely beaches to impressive churches, sumptuous food as well as something a little different. So, this area should most def
16 Feb 2022 5 min read
48 hours in........ Copenhagen!
48 hours in……Copenhagen! One of the first things that will strikes you about this picture postcard city, is that it is very walkable. Some streets are very much old world with cobbled streets and colourful houses, whilst other areas are uber modern and reflect Danish chic. Nyhavn is simply beautiful. Originally an old port, with plenty of stories to tell you can easily spend a few hours just wand
14 Feb 2022 5 min read
What is your favourite destination that you have been to?
Working in the travel industry, I often get asked “Where is your favourite destination that you’ve been to?” It’s a question that still makes me stop and think mainly because each destination is like comparing apples with pears, but it got me thinking about how we define favourite. Is it somewhere that has amazing scenery or an incredible cuisine or is it simply a moment in time that brought us h
01 Feb 2022 5 min read
Northern Lights
Ever since I was child, I wanted to see the Northern Lights. They look so magical when they are on television that it has always been a dream. So, ten years ago, some friends of mine and I decided to visit Finland, above the artic circle to try and experience them for ourselves. It was late November, and we caught a flight to Kittila Airport via Helsinki arriving mid-afternoon. On arrival we wer
24 Jan 2022 5 min read
I never get tired of visiting Sri Lanka
When I first visited Sri Lanka, it was in the days when tourists were unable to visit the north, so I viewed Sri Lanka as a one or two-time visit destination. In those days there was a well-trodden route stopping off at various points around the bottom half of the country. The day I arrived, I made my way to the hotel in Colombo to get some sleep, adjust to the time difference and explore the cit
16 Jan 2022 5 min read
Is there more to do in Dubai than Shopping & Beach?
Several years ago, I was planning to go on Safari in Tanzania and was looking for somewhere to break up the journey so as I had never visited the UAE before, I decided to stay for 3 nights in Dubai. Now as a traveller with a pale complexion and not a fan of sunbathing or shopping, I had always thought “what’s the point of visiting Dubai?”. After many hours of research, I discovered that there is
09 Jan 2022 5 min read
Greece is the word.....
I first went to Greece in the early 90’s to the island of Mykonos. It was the year after they filmed Shirley Valentine, so of course I made a specific trip to see the beach, the bar she worked in and hotel that she stayed in. Mykonos was a lot less developed than it is today but that memory of Mykonos with its brown scorched landscape in August, the fresh Greek salads and Octopuses hanging up on t
03 Jan 2022 5 min read
What combines with Los Angeles?
Having been lucky enough to have friends living in the USA, I have on many occasions explored this area of Southern California. After a long flight to Los Angeles and once you have collected your hire car, it makes perfect sense to start your journey here. Most UK travellers base themselves in either West Hollywood or Santa Monica, as it is easy to explore the local area on foot. I like to explor
27 Dec 2021 5 min read
Tempting Thailand
Thailand is one of those destinations that from the moment you arrive you can immerse yourself in a completely different culture and be fascinated by all the different sights and sounds. The country will challenge your senses. The smells after a heavy downpour to the small fires lit by the roadside are distinctly Thailand. You can travel anywhere else after that and if you smell that again, it w
17 Dec 2021 5 min read
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