Hello & welcome to my Travel Counsellors webpage!!
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!
My customer stories
Sent by Dean B
Eastbourne 18/12/2024
David was fantastic throughout the whole process! I needed some help booking a family trip that also involved attending a Wedding so needed to be in a certain area at a certain time of the year. I hadn’t used a travel agent before, so I wasn't sure what to expect, but I knew I needed some help as I was travelling somewhere new.
David surpassed all expectations. Not only saving me time, and stress, but having his knowledge and expertise proved invaluable in providing peace of mind, and ensuring all travel arrangements and nuances were taken care of. Our trip was hassle-free, the information provided at each step was clear, and the app was easy to use and included all the necessary and helpful information.
I highly recommend using David!
Sent by Derek B
Eastbourne 05/12/2024
I had a plan of the main sights I wanted to see in India. David fitted everything together including accommodation, trains, guides, drivers, the lot. It was a fabulous trip that worked like clockwork.
Highly recommended.
Sent by Catherine C
Eastbourne 05/12/2024
David organised a holiday of a lifetime for me and my three daughters. Having not used anyone to help with the stresses of booking a holiday before he was an absolute saint when it came to the several changes and tweaks that I made and made me feel comfortable that it had to be just right for us and that he was there to help.
The holiday was seamless from start to finish. Every hotel was perfect for our needs, the transfers we’re always on time and the overall communication fantastic. In fact even when I was away he was there to answer any questions I had.
I would highly recommend David and Travel Councillors to arrange any holiday you’re thinking off!
Top marks for a great service ??
Sent by James S
Eastbourne 05/12/2024
David has been brilliant booking quite a complicated trip later this summer! From first point of contact to making changes to the booking, David has been very patient and has put together a really good trip!
Will definitely recommend.
Sent by K O
Eastbourne 06/10/2023
A holiday of a lifetime! David was so knowledgeable in planning my stay in Bali. After our primary chat about places to visit, budget, the yes and no, David clearly understood all my requirements and gave me a few tips before the trip.
He set up an itinerary of 4 different locations with hotels, and transfers which was not an easy task to start with.
Everything went smoothly from the choice of locations, loved the rice fields of Ubud to the white sandy beaches all around the islands.
The hotels were exquisite, especially in Lombok when I was given a superb room with a private garden overlooking the sunset sea view, thanks, David!
Traveling alone always felt safe, all the transfers were reliable with kind and knowledgeable drivers.
The lift off my shoulders of wondering if I had not forgotten to book this or that had no price. All I had to do was relax and enjoy a paradise island from sunrise to sunset.
Overall, my holiday was more than what I had expected, it was truly a holiday of a lifetime!
I will highly recommend David for exceptional personal service!
Sent by Alasdair L
Battle 16/03/2023
A great service from David. He understood exactly what we were after and dealt with the enquiry promptly. A few tweaks were needed to the initial itinerary and there was no issue with updating for these. Clear communication throughout the process was very welcome. We will definitely use David again in the future.
Sent by J T
Eastbourne 16/03/2023
I contacted David as I was wanting to take my daughter away for a long weekend. He came up with some ideas from which I was able to let him know what I liked or disliked about them. From that discussion he sent me a number of options and hey presto we've booked a trip to Crete. I'd definitely recommend his services. Thank you
Sent by Thomas M
Eastbourne 23/12/2022
David has been brilliant throughout, highly professional and provided some excellent advice to help us choose our family holiday
Sent by David B
Eastbourne 06/12/2022
David was fantastic when booking our trip. He responded so quickly to changes in the itinerary and was always looking to make our trip perfect. Would highly recommend and will always use again in the future
Sent by Daniel M
East Sussex 06/12/2022
David has worked tirelessly to meet every aspect of our requirements and has done so with enthusiasm and a friendly attitude.
Sent by Mandy C
Kent 06/12/2022
We have already recommended you and look forward to you booking another holiday for us. Nothing was too much trouble and you made a bespoke holiday for us and took all our needs on board
Sent by Natalie D
Brighton 05/01/2022
David's travel knowledge and experience is amazing. It is a MUST to have somebody as knowledgeable and willing to help on your side during all the uncertainty and stress that travel brings during the time of Covid.
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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