Debbie Hayward-Bird

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Staffordshire

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My name is Debbie, I have been a travel agent for over thirty years and first started working in the travel industry in 1989.
I have managed my own travel branch for a number of years and worked for luxury independent agencies so I have first-hand experience in offering a wide range of holidays, destinations and suppliers, including weddings and honeymoons, tailor-made itineraries, city breaks, family holidays, Cruises, Ski , no enquiry is beyond my capability.

I thoroughly enjoy working within the travel industry, customer service has always been paramount to me, nothing is more satisfying than building a close relationship with my clients, finding them a wonderful holiday, listening to their holiday stories and feedback on their return.

Working as a Travel Counsellor enables me to provide the one to one service and to deliver the best customer service possible for my clients, which also means being available seven days a week. It’s also important for me to understand what your dream holiday would be so I can meet your requirements, think of me as your personal travel concierge.

My support, care and attention doesn’t stop at finding you a holiday, I pride myself on delivering excellent after sales service too which means I can book excursions for you to enhance your holiday experience, contact your hotel directly with any special requests you may have and keep you informed with any relevant travel advice.
I will take the care and attention in finding your dream holiday as I would my own.

I have travelled to many wonderful destinations over the years, some of my most memorable experiences which I am privileged to share with you are enjoying the powder soft sands of Barbados, the stunning sunsets over the Caldera in Santorini, Christmas in New York, walking the Great Wall of China, the intense performance of Tosca at the lavish opera house in Prague, swimming in the crystal clear waters of Sardinia, the exhilarating Amalfi Coast drive and wandering through the narrow streets of Positano which is one of my favourite places
in Italy and try to visit with my family at least once a year.

A holiday to me is more than just a holiday it’s an experience and a wonderful memory that should last a lifetime!
By booking with me at Travel Counsellors you have peace of mind that you are financially protected through our Travel Counsellor financial trust and ATOL.

See what my customers say on my customer testimonials page.

I would be honoured to be your travel concierge and to arrange your next dream holiday!

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Corfu is a stunning Greek island in the Ionian Sea.

Corfu is a stunning Greek island in the Ionian Sea.

A Corfu holiday is the perfect setting for a tale of Greek myth and legend.

12 Mar 2026 5   min read

Hawaii

Hawaii

Hawaii Islands are notorious for being the perfect Honeymoon destination, but the six islands have much more to offer… From fantastic beaches, and breathtaking natural beauty to diverse culture and outdoor adventures, there is truly something for everyone here. The six main Hawaiian islands are Hawaii (Big Island), Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Lanai and Molokai. All diverse in size, culture and population,

22 Dec 2025 5   min read

Milan

Milan

Holidays to Milan are for dusting off your finest clothing and surrounding yourself with all the Italian elegance and finery you could desire. The city’s known as the fashion capital of Italy for its fashion houses, Milan Fashion Week and stylish boutiques on every corner. Everything is done with a touch of sophistication here – the food, the ever-popular aperitivi, Michelin-starred restaurants a

30 Sept 2025 5   min read

Travel Blog -Experience the Magic of a Christmas Market Break

Travel Blog -Experience the Magic of a Christmas Market Break

There’s nothing quite like a chilly evening spent strolling through a traditional Christmas market during the festive season. Indulge in all things Christmas as you shop, stroll and sip on spiced mulled wine against the backdrop of a quaint town square, Baroque palace or enchanting castle. Flights and accommodation should ideally be booked by late summer, with late August to early September bein

14 Aug 2025 5   min read

Travel Blog Tobago

Travel Blog Tobago

Explore a hidden paradise in Tobago There are so many reasons to love the Caribbean Island of Tobago. It’s a great destination for those looking for a holiday that fosters community development while contributing to the conservation of nature and cultural heritage. Plus, it’s much easier to get to from the UK thanks to twice-weekly direct flights from London Gatwick with British Airways. Unspoil

30 Apr 2025 5   min read

 Explore the wonders of Italy in style aboard “La Dolce Vita “Orient Express

Explore the wonders of Italy in style aboard “La Dolce Vita “Orient Express

When you think of luxury travel, what comes to mind? If you're like most, the Orient Express is a name that conjures images of elegance, romance, and a bygone era of unparalleled glamour. But what if I told you that this legendary train experience has returned to Italy, offering a fresh, vibrant take on luxury travel through its iconic landscapes? Welcome aboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express,y

11 Feb 2025 5   min read

MY TC APP

MY TC APP

Our myTC app is a 'must' for any traveler! Being a Travel Counsellor means that I have access to cutting-edge technology to help me provide a fantastic service for my customers and since we launched the myTC app for all our customers, both business and leisure travelers, we have already received a great response. Our app is unique and a fantastic addition to my personal approach as your Travel Cou

06 Jan 2025 5   min read

Aruba

Aruba

Guaranteed Sunshine, glorious uncrowded white sandy beaches and pristine waters, stunning architecture and super friendly laid-back inhabitants, make this tiny island in the southern Caribbean a brilliant bet for a Tropical holiday! Perfect for simply kicking back and relaxing on the beach or by your pool, Aruba is also fantastic for activities including hiking, horse-riding, snorkelling and divi

31 Dec 2024 5   min read

Discover the world’s best beaches from Iconic shores to Hidden gems.

Discover the world’s best beaches from Iconic shores to Hidden gems.

Discover the world’s best beaches from Iconic shores to Hidden gems. There's something magical about discovering a beautiful beach, whether it's a famous shore you've always dreamed of visiting or a hidden gem that takes you by surprise. Each beach has its own unique vibe, and the world is full of stunning spots where you can soak up the sun, dive into crystal clear waters, or simply unwind. Her

12 Nov 2024 5   min read

Grenada known as "The spice island"

Grenada known as "The spice island"

Known as the ‘Spice Isle’ or ‘Spice of the Caribbean’ for its piquant cuisine and spice and herb production, Grenada is also famous for its world-class diving, with bright reefs, thrilling drifts, and dramatic shipwrecks all in ample supply, plus an underwater sculpture park that provides a home to prolific marine ecosystems. Hikers love Grand Etang National Park with its towering mahogany trees

10 Oct 2024 5   min read

Take a culinary tour of Italy

Take a culinary tour of Italy

The Italians’ love affair with food makes it worth visiting for the cuisine alone. This country is famous for so many dishes and treats, from pizza and pasta to gelato, from seafood including octopus, sea urchin and clams to cheeses – among the best known of which are mozzarella, gorgonzola, parmesan, ricotta and mascarpone. And then of course there’s the wine… The following tours immerse you in

15 Jul 2023 5   min read

Top trending destinations for 2024

Top trending destinations for 2024

If, like me, you’re already thinking about where to go in 2024 and wondering what adventures next year will bring, let yourself be inspired by my list of the top trending destinations. It may feel some way off, but there are so many benefits to booking a holiday early including cheaper flights, low deposits and grabbing those all-important early booking offers! Thailand - From the spectacular bea

13 Jul 2023 5   min read

Malta and Gozo

Malta and Gozo

Staggeringly beautiful and one of my favourite destinations. The tiny Mediterranean islands of Malta and Gozo are so much more than a beach destination, with Roman ruins, medieval castles, walled cities and atmospheric forts dotted all around, and rugged landscapes giving lots of scope for outdoors activities, including boat trips, diving, hiking, mountain-biking and horse- riding. This is also

26 Apr 2023 5   min read

Portuguese Cities

Portuguese Cities

Portugal is among one of my top recommendations in Europe, whether you’re looking for a couple’s break, a family holiday, a foodie experience, a cultural escape, or a beach getaway. And while it’s perhaps best known for the many Blue Flag beaches of its sun-drenched Algarve region, I also think it’s the perfect spot for a city break, in the following fantastic destinations. Porto I rate this no

27 Mar 2023 5   min read

Beautiful Barbados

Beautiful Barbados

Brightly coloured rum shops, carefree calypso rhythms and fragrant Bajan cuisine – sunny Barbados is every bit luxurious with a deliciously eclectic flavour. Revered for its polished resorts, coral sand beaches and silky sweet rum, this welcoming island in the Caribbean archipelago may be small in size, it only takes an hour to drive from north to south, yet it’s undoubtedly large in character.

16 Jan 2023 5   min read

The best destinations to visit by rail

The best destinations to visit by rail

Many of us are striving to be more eco-conscious travellers these days, including reducing our carbon emissions, and one of the ways of doing this is by using rail travel where possible. With that in mind I have picked out some of my favourite European journeys made possible by train travel. London to Marseille: about 7.5 hours 0.292 tonnes CO2e saved Take the Eurostar to Paris, change stations

13 Oct 2022 5   min read

The Travel APP you Can't afford to be without

The Travel APP you Can't afford to be without

The ‘myTC app’ is a must for every traveller! Travel Counsellors offers our customers an app, called ‘myTC app’. This app can be used for holidaymakers as well as business travellers. The ‘myTC app’ has only received raving reviews from our users and we have received a whopping 4.2 out 5 for reviews on Apple. This app is unique and a fantastic addition to my personal approach as your Travel Counse

12 Oct 2022 5   min read

TravelBlog- Iceland

TravelBlog- Iceland

With natural wonders round every corner, it's easy to see why Iceland is constantly growing in popularity. The famous Golden Circle makes Iceland the destination of a lifetime where you can experience the top three sights on every Iceland visitor's list: waterfalls, volcanoes, black-sand beaches and of course, the potential for the Northern Lights. The capital Reykjavik, the most northerly capit

04 Oct 2022 5   min read

My visit to the beautiful island of Capri

My visit to the beautiful island of Capri

Capri is a beautiful, small, upmarket Italian island of great natural beauty in the Tyrrhenian Sea. Situated off the coast of Naples, Capri is rich in history and the island has become one of the main tourist attractions in Italy. You can reach this island from Sorrento or Positano which takes around 40 minutes and one hour 20 minutes from Naples by ferry or private boat. We visited Capri on a day

13 Apr 2022 5   min read

Bermuda Continued .....

Bermuda Continued .....

Get Active! There are plenty of exhilarating ways to get active on your Bermuda holiday. Golf is one of the most popular sports with locals and visitors on holidays to Bermuda. In just over 21 square miles, there are six very different and testing courses to experience. Practically every activity you could imagine is on offer somewhere here! Choose from scuba diving, snorkelling, kite surfing, bik

12 Mar 2022 5   min read

Beautiful Bermuda

Beautiful Bermuda

Direct flights to Bermuda are available from London, with an average flight time of six and a half hours, with connecting Bermuda flights taking off from other UK airports. Bermuda is one quick getaway that feels worlds away. Tranquil and prosperous, this island nation of pastel houses and manicured gardens also displays a deep British heritage with crisp colonial architecture. Bermuda has a comfo

12 Mar 2022 5   min read

Positano - Home from Home

Positano - Home from Home

Italy has long been a dream destination for so many, the art, history, endless sights, and incredible food and drink make Italy the most favoured destination of millions of travellers each and every year. With that in mind what a better place to start my regular travel blogs but Positano and the beautiful Amalfi coast, a place close to my heart which I try to visit every year! “Positano bites de

16 Feb 2022 5   min read

Stunning Santorini

Stunning Santorini

Yassas! And welcome to my blog on Santorini :- Despite a total area of only 70km. Santorini is diverse and has much to offer holidaymakers. From Oia in the north to the lighthouse on the headland of Akrotiri you drive just 27km along the caldera edge. The islands capital of Fira lies just 10 to 15km from the island’s main resorts Karamri and Perissa. Santorini is very easy to travel around, t

16 Feb 2022 5   min read

My thoughts on Madeira

My thoughts on Madeira

My thoughts and love for Madeira make it one of the wonders of the world for me, one tiny Island that rises 6,000 metres from the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean it has given life and soul to the habitat of its indigenous people. It is an island of Levada walks all over the island, that follows the irrigation water routes built by hand hundreds of years ago to get the precious water from the mounta

16 Feb 2022 5   min read

My top travel tips for Venice

My top travel tips for Venice

My top travel tips for Venice. When visiting the famous Doge’s Palace in St Mark’s Square, leave your visit until much later in the afternoon to avoid the queues – we went at 454pm, walked straight inside, managed to see everything we wanted to. Take a Gondola ride - The Gondola is an identification mark of the city. These appear on all commercial promotion of the city’s tourism and hence can see

16 Feb 2022 5   min read

Venice

Venice

Luring in lovers, artists, poets and traders for centuries, Venice simply inspires as it transports you into another world. Enjoy the delights that this historic and world-famous city has to offer by taking a walking tour on foot, see the real Venice by getting away from the tourist hot spots, purchase a Vaporetto pass and sail up and down the Grand canal, hop on and off wherever and whenever you

16 Feb 2022 5   min read

Prague and Cesky Krumlov

Prague and Cesky Krumlov

More than 30 years after the velvet revolution drew back the curtain on this intoxicating maze of winding cobblestone alleyways, the city of a hundred spires thrills visitors with dramatic Gothic architecture, down to earth pubs, fin de siècle cafes, cutting edge art and a majestic castle (the world’s largest ancient castle according to the “Guinness book of records, looms over the Czech capital.

15 Feb 2022 5   min read

What my customers say

We were looking for someone to organise our holiday in New Zealand. Debbie was very knowledgeable and responded quickly with attention to detail .We will definitely book with her again.

Joanne Clifford

Manchester

The booking process with Debbie has been very good and she is very attentive. If the holiday itself follows suit, it will be perfect!

Mr Mason

Staffordshire

Debbie has worked very hard on my enquiry, to find something that is right for us and within budget.

Mrs Blackhurst

West Midlands

Debbie is fantastic, we ask for help with all of our holidays, Debbie very quickly developed and understanding of what sort of holidays we enjoy and has arranged spot on trips for us every time.

Miss Woolston

London

Cant recommend Debbie enough, she was so helpful from start to finish and nothing was too much trouble. I had a slight issue with roadworks being outside my hotel so my transfer couldn't drop me off or pick me up outside so i messaged Debbie to see if we can determine where i would get picked up the following week and she went straight away that Monday when the office opened and kept me in the loop all the way through.I've wanted a solo trip to Florence for a while and Debbie helped make that possible and just took the stress out everything, will be booking with her in the future :)

Miss Clay

Staffordshire

Debbie was really helpful, nothing was too much trouble. We were really impressed how she replied to our emails and answered our questions at all times of day even late into the evening.

Tim & Tracey Jackson

Stone

I found Debbie to be super helpful, nothing was too much trouble. We are so excited for our honeymoon . Due to my work commitments it was no trouble to contact Debbie out of office hours.

Katie Beardsmore

London

We were looking for someone to help us plan our family trip to Canada for next year, we came across Debbie via a google search, we had never used a travel counsellor before, but I'm glad we did. Debbie took all of the hard work out of planning our trip and put together a wonderful itinerary. We will defiantly arrange all of our holidays with Debbie again - Thank you

Beardsmore Susan

Ludlow

It was our first time using a Travel Counsellor. Debbie was really helpful and planned a tailormade holiday for us, nothing was too much trouble.

Lucy Woodhouse

stafford

Debbie has been amazing and totally understanding of the type of holiday we was looking for. Now we can’t wait to get away and enjoy a well deserved break.

Julie Wilson

Liverpool

Debbie listened to what we wanted and then offered us a range of options, including all the information we could possibly need to make a decision. The service was personal and it felt like nothing was too much trouble. We will keep coming back to Debbie to book our holidays and will recommend her to everyone!

Melissa and Joe

London

We are very happy with Debbie's service she goes above and beyond. We will definitely book with her again. Score 10/10

Jackie Wright

Walsall

My wife and i booked our honeymoon through Debbie. We found her to be extremely responsive and reliable ,she found us a wonderful honeymoon within our budget. We changed our minds a few times during the enquiry process but nothing was too much trouble. 10/10 we were very happy with the service.

David Harvey

London

Debbie was very helpful and found us a great holiday within our budget. Nothing was too much trouble. Debbie was quick to respond and spent time looking at different options for us, we felt under no pressure what's so ever. We are able to view our holiday on the app and pay in instalments too.

Louise Lester

Stone

My husband an I booked our recent holiday through Debbie. We had never used Travel Counsellors before. It was lovely to have that one to one service with someone really experienced in the industry. Nothing was too much trouble whatever time of day or evening. Debbie always replied promptly when needed. We will defiantly book again. Thank you

Sue Davies

Stone

Debbie gave excellent service, going above and beyond our expectations, thinking of everything and being meticulously detailed. She kept us posted through the booking process, took on board our feedback and provided a great range of options. Thankyou so much, we're already thinking about the next holiday!

Melissa and Joe .

London

We are very happy with Debbie's service, she really listens to what you are looking for, she didn't rush us or put us under any pressure. We booked our holiday and Debbie did everything for us, from checking us in on-line, booking our seats to printing all of our documents and even sent us a message when we arrived on holiday to check everything was ok she has become a friend as well as a great a travel agent. We have recommended her to all of our friends. Thank you 10/10

Susan Mills

Wolverhampton

Debbie as gone beyond helpful in helping us to find The best holiday to suit our needs and budget She made the whole experience so easy, no messy forms or emails to fill out, she did everything even down to arranging our car parking I've already recommended her to work colleagues, friends, and family. We will be using Debbie's expertise for our future holidays, her customer service is above and beyond! Thankyou Debbie for making the whole experience a wonderful one, Many thanks Stewart and colleen

Colleen and Stewart .

Wolverhampton

Debbie has been the absolute best! She has gone above and beyond to organise our holiday, nothing was too much trouble plus she did everything whilst struggling with covid. I’m already recommending her to friends and family and am going to be asking her to book next years holiday once we have returned from this years. Wonderful service, thank you!

Rose Goodarde

Shrewsbury

This is the very first time I have used a Travel Counsellor and have been most impressed with the help received . Debbie has always answered my questions very promptly and has been helpful.

Philip Morland

Bloxwich

My husband and I normally book our holidays online, but we read one of Debbie's Travel Blogs as we follow her on social media. We thought we would give Travel Counsellors a try. We found Debbie to be extremely knowledgeable and helpful ,she found us a lovely holiday within a budget we could afford. We will use Debbie again for all of our future holidays. Thank you

Sarah JAMES

Walsall

Just returned home from a lovely holiday that Debbie arranged for me and my family. The holiday was perfect, Debbie used her knowledge to recommend a lovely hotel for us it was just what we wanted. It was lovely to have a phone call on our return as well to check in with us to see how it went. We cant wait to travel again and will contact Debbie when we look at booking our next holiday.

Rita Clarke

Cannock

Great Service, friendly and personal yet professional and efficient. I would have no hesitation recommending Debbie

Doreen Fletcher

Stafford

Debbie used to book our holidays several years ago so we were thrilled she had decided to work for herself with TC. Debbie found us a lovely holiday, she takes so much care and attention to find us what we are looking for and really cares about finding us a suitable holiday within our price range. Debbie is always on hand if we need any help and checks in with us on our return to make sure all went well. Her service and attention to detail is exceptional - 10/10

Jane Whitehouse

Burton

My fiancée met Debbie at a recent wedding fayre, we really didn't know where to start in organising our wedding abroad. She is very experienced in organising weddings, we found her really helpful.

Nick Donaldson

Stafford

I contacted Debbie about organising a holiday for a special occasion for 2023. She was very helpful and nothing was too much trouble. We changed our minds a lot with what we wanted and she was so patient and caring. I have found a travel agent for life now it's hard to find such great service these days - thank you Debbie

Angie Parr

Birmingham

Debbie is an excellent Travel Counsellor who worked very hard to find and secure a property for our family holiday. TC Score 10/10

Graham Stafford

West Midlands

Discover the world with me

A weekend in Iceland

A weekend in Iceland

Escape for a weekend in Iceland and immerse yourself in its natural wonders! ?

23 Aug 2024

5 Reasons to book with me

5 Reasons to book with me

01785 750035 Email your enquiry to : - debbie.haywardbird@travelcounsellors.com

23 Aug 2024

Safari at its finest

Safari at its finest

Interior expert @lovetearsandteepees has enjoyed an adventure of a lifetime exploring the plains of Kenya in Africa.

21 Mar 2024

Visit Grenada the spice island

Visit Grenada the spice island

Whether you want to see all the island has to offer or just relax on the sandy beaches, I can create a holiday tailored just to you.

29 Jul 2023

Galapagos Crusie

Galapagos Crusie

Is a Galapagos Island hopping adventure on your dream wish list? Then look no further, I can arrange this for you.

23 Feb 2023

Visit the beautiful Seychelles

Visit the beautiful Seychelles

Contact me for advice, prices and availability for the Seyychelles on 01785 750035 or email : debbie.haywardbird@travelcounsellors.com

13 Oct 2022

Book your Wedding or Honeymoon with confidence

Book your Wedding or Honeymoon with confidence

There's a whole world of Wedding & Honeymoon destinations to discover. And as your Travel Counsellor, I can introduce you to them all.

04 Oct 2022

Sani Resorts

Sani Resorts

Sani Resort’s largest hotel looks out upon the azure waters of Cape Sani from its beachfront location, surrounded by 7km white-sand beaches.

16 Feb 2022

Ikos Resorts

Ikos Resorts

Award-winning Ikos Resorts are reinventing the luxury all-inclusive beach holiday across the Mediterranean.

16 Feb 2022

Book with confidence

Book with confidence

It's so important to feel safe and confident when it comes to making your travel plans and it's really important to me too !

16 Feb 2022

Beyond the Horizon

Beyond the Horizon

You will always have the support of a real person, be it face-to -face, by video, phone or email - whenever you need me.

24 May 2021

Luxury Travel

Luxury Travel

Whether you are looking to book a private villa, a private boat or a private jet! At Travel Counsellors no travel is beyond our limits.

24 May 2021

Always here for you !

Always here for you !

When you're ready to travel again I'll be here for you, both for trips around the UK, and to distant shores.

24 May 2021

Book With Confidence

Book With Confidence

As a Travel Counsellor I have access to award-winning technology and suppliers and you have the peace of mind in knowing your money is Financially protected.

24 May 2021

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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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