Elan Hemmings

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Portishead

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Hello, I’m Elan Hemmings, and thank you for visiting my page.

As an independent travel adviser, I bring a wealth of destination expertise, shaped by first-hand experience living in some of the most beautiful coastal areas across mainland Spain, the Canary Islands, the Balearic Islands, and the Caribbean. This unique insight means I can offer you genuine recommendations designed to elevate your holiday—because, for me, a truly memorable trip is about those authentic experiences and special details that only a local would know.

Travel isn’t just about where you go: it’s about how you feel and what you discover along the way. I believe that shared experiences and meaningful memories are life’s true riches, far more valuable than anything material. I’m passionate about helping others enrich their lives through travel, crafting journeys that create cherished moments to last a lifetime.

After the restrictions of recent years, many of us have realised just how important it is to prioritise family time and shared adventures. Like you, I’ve deeply missed travelling—exploring new places is my first love and the heartbeat of my work. More and more, I see people pursuing those dream ‘bucket-list’ holidays, making up for lost time with extraordinary escapes, and I would be delighted to help you bring your dream trip to life.

Whether it’s designing bespoke worldwide adventures, arranging unforgettable family beach breaks, organising cruises, ski and villa holidays, or planning that epic road trip, I’ll handle every detail. You can sit back and relax, knowing everything is expertly arranged—all you need to do is pack your bags and get ready to enjoy every moment.

With Travel Counsellors, your travel arrangements are always secure and 100% financially protected, so you can book with absolute confidence. Our 24/7 duty office ensures there is always someone here to support you whenever you need assistance while travelling.

To make your experience even easier, the MyTC app puts all your travel documents, itineraries, and real-time updates right at your fingertips—no more carrying paperwork or wondering if plans have changed. Every step of the way, I’m here to make your holiday as stress-free and seamless as possible, drawing on up-to-date resources and a trusted global network of travel experts.

Let me take away the hassle of planning—I’ll find the perfect experiences and top recommendations so all you need to do is make wonderful memories.

“I travel not to cross countries off a list, but to ignite passionate affairs with destinations.” – The Culture
“And I think to myself, what a wonderful world.” – Louis Armstrong

Contact me today by phone or email and let’s start planning your next adventure. I look forward to making your travel dreams a reality.

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THE CANARY ISLANDS - TENERIFE

THE CANARY ISLANDS - TENERIFE

TENERIFE I love Tenerife and there is again something for everyone. The resorts on the south of island are all within easy reach of the airport and so there is the added advantage of a short transfer. There is so much to do on the island and a hire car is a great way to get out and about. Mount Teide is the volcano which is often snow topped. You can take a cable car to the top. Tenerife is also

25 Jun 2019 4   min read

CRUISING FOR FAMILIES

CRUISING FOR FAMILIES

I think it is a common misconception that a cruise is for older people maybe who’s kids have left home and who are retired and have time on their hands. That was once maybe the case, however, today I would strongly disagree with this. The mainstream cruise lines are offering more and more facilities and catering more for the needs of families. This can be in the form of parents and children and ev

11 Jun 2019 4   min read

EXPEDITION CRUISING

EXPEDITION CRUISING

When you mention cruising, most people will think of luxury ocean liners with many ports of call throughout the Mediterranean or Caribbean. There are also smaller expedition cruise ships that will take you an adventure of a lifetime to some of the least visited and far flung corners of the world. Hurtigruten are leading the way in expedition cruising. In this blog I will tell you a little more ab

10 Jun 2019 6   min read

MY FAVOURITE CANARY ISLAND

MY FAVOURITE CANARY ISLAND

The Canary Islands must be one of my favourite parts of the world, not least for their all year-round promise of sunshine. I have lived in Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Tenerife and I’ve visited Gran Canaria and La Gomera. It is hard to choose a favourite as I love all the islands. One thing is for sure, they all have something to offer everyone whether you are travelling as a single, couple, famil

31 May 2019 6   min read

The Sensational Seychelles

The Sensational Seychelles

I was incredibly lucky to be invited on a trip to the Seychelles to experience the islands and visit some of the fabulous hotels we work with there. We departed from Heathrow and flew with BA to the main island of Mahe. Our first stop was the Constance Ephelia and upon arrival we enjoyed the most welcome cold towels. We arrived early in the morning so had a bit of a wait for our rooms, so we had a

24 Apr 2019 7   min read

THE BRAND NEW MSC BELLISSIMA

THE BRAND NEW MSC BELLISSIMA

The MSC Bellissima is the brand-new cruise ship to come from the MSC family. MSC are a family run company and are really passionate about providing a cruise ships that are focused and aimed at families. Everything about this fantastic ship is for families. The official launch event took place on 2nd March in Southampton and this is the largest ship to ever to be christened in the UK which is a

11 Mar 2019 5   min read

CLIA Conference 2018 - Life on the ocean wave

CLIA Conference 2018 - Life on the ocean wave

Recently I was lucky enough to attend the CLIA conference in Southampton. This was four days packed full of everything cruise. I visited 2 amazing cruise ships, the Oceania Marina and the Princess Royal Princess. They were both very different and would appeal to different people. The Marina was more for an adult market and was certainly very luxurious. The Royal Princess was more aimed at a mix

19 Jun 2018 4   min read

Magical Lapland

Magical Lapland

Magical doesn’t even come close to the experience we have had in Lapland. It is a very special destination but should not be considered exclusive to families with young children in search of the Santa Experience. Whilst it can’t be denied that the Big Man is a motivation for most people visiting one of the resorts of Lapland, there is so much to do here it can appeal to people of all ages. Ther

20 Feb 2018 3   min read

The wonderful world of Disney

The wonderful world of Disney

I have just returned from a very special two-week holiday in Florida with my family. My children are 9 and 7 and we really wanted to create and share some special memories with them. I have been to Disney as a child and also as an adult with friends but this was the first time I have taken my children and it was even more special seeing it through their eyes. There was a little bit of fairy dust o

20 Feb 2018 4   min read

What my customers say

Elan has always been very professional and helpful in booking our holidays/flights, we have recommended Elan to family members who in turn have also used her to book their holidays, I can't recommend Elan highly enough as she takes the worry and stress out of the booking of the holiday so you can just enjoy it.

Cherie Derrick

Portishead

I have recommended Elan to so many people who have used her once then used her all the time since. She is just invaluable, insightful and really takes her time to finesse her recommendations to the individual. She is there when there a problems in a heart beat and just couldn’t work harder to make every holiday smooth and full of incredible memories.

Cherie Derrick

Portishead

Elan is simply the best at organising our holidays, she knows us that well that she knows what hotels to suggest. I wouldn't trust anyone else to book our holidays and she even looks after you and any issues whilst you are away so a stressful holiday for us.

Tracy Eldred

Portishead

Really knowledgeable, helpful, patient and accommodating to help find a holiday that suited us ??

Rachel Grey

Horlsey

Elan is amazing and always sorts my travels, quickly and efficiently…. I’ll never use anyone else! She’s so helpful and makes traveling so easy, Thankyou Elan

Lee Greenwood

Launceston

Elan listened very carefully to exactly what I was looking for and found a holiday at very short notice, I will be asking Elan to look for all our future holidays. Very pleased with the service she offered and excited to book more in the future

Tish Healy

Portishead

Elan always finds us something that fits incredibly well with what we are looking for, no matter how different our holiday ideas are!

Sally Ross

Cheadle

So knowledgeable, authentic, personal and always goes above and beyond. The best service, thank you

Claire Powell

Manchester

Elan has been excellent in her service provided to us regarding our trip to Japan in July 2026

Sarah Moore

Leicester

Elan is always so happy to assist me on my search for an amazing holiday! I so appreciate the efforts Elan goes to, to ensure I get the holiday I wish for! Elan’s wealth of knowledge and experience is so inspiring, so thank you so much.

Sharon Cooper

Newton Abbot

Elan is a brilliant travel counsellor and nothing is too much for her no matter how many times I change my mind or plans, she is always available for advice & guidance too

Vicki John

Portishead

Elan was amazing and nothing was too much for her

Toni-Marie Williams

Bristol

Everything was arranged in a very short time, without any hassle and to our requirements. Would use again without any hesitation.

Kenneth Haslem

Lisburn

Elan is always very helpful and understands our needs and requirements. Always had great experiences on our travels organised by Elan

Jane Collier

Portishead

Elan is fab! This is the third holiday I have booked with her & she makes everything feel stress free so you can just concentrate on feeling excited for the holiday.

Katie Bull

Portishead

Amazing experience the whole way through, couldn't recommend more. Have already recommended on to friends and family. Can't wait to book more holiday adventures! Elan has been incredible in making the perfect trip happen.

Bella Eldred-Smith

London

Elan has been amazing! Super efficient and very knowledgeable about things to do and places to go. She listened to what. I was looking fur and was happy to make changes and adapt the itinerary. I would definitely recommend her to others.

Alexandra Puddy

Manchester

Excellent communication, listens to everything needed and always comes up with great ideas

Anna Cook

Portishead

Amazing Service from Elan, always there to offer advice and support. Would recommend her to anyone x

Catherine Rankin

Preston

Elan was so helpful and knowledgeable. She really helped us narrow down our options and found us a great deal on our holiday.

Tracey Robbins

Portishead

I’ll never use anyone else. Elan is spot on! Thankyou

Lee Greenwood

Launceston

Elan is always very helpful and does her upmost to make sure she finds us the best holiday she can. We are a large group with many requirements so it is never an easy task for her. She always comes up trumps.

Sarah Hext

Bristol

Elan always takes the stress and overwhelm out of booking a holiday. It’s also really good to know that there is somebody else available to help should anything happen with our travel plans whilst we’re away.

Naomi Ryde

Manchester

Elan was very friendly, honest and responsive.

Jo Leith

Bristol

Elan is so helpful and thinks of everything, even before you do, to make your holiday a success. She goes out of her way to ensure all details are covered to your satisfaction.

Tina Bradshaw

Middlesborough

Elan was fabulous! I completely forgot about travel insurance for my first trip abroad since 2019 and ended up remembering late afternoon the day before I flew. Elan answered my shout for help immediately, told me exactly what to do as I had to declare medical issues, and in a couple of hours I was covered and read to go! My documents were all sorted in a handy app on my phone and the whole process was seamless. I have plans for more trips in 2023 to make use of my annual multi-trip cover and will be using Elan to book these! Thank you so much!

Vicky Henderson

Bristol

Elan, has been amazing, from start to booking, helpful, understanding and nothing is too much trouble, can’t wait the 446 days till we go, Thank You

Tracy Hurst

Portishead

I have just booked my second trip with Elan. She is super efficient and works very hard to find exactly the kind of holiday to fit your requirements. I will definitely be using her for future trips as well.

Gayle Baillie

Bishopston

Elan is so respectful and professional. She listens well and offers ideas and solutions without ever pushing in a certain direction. You can tell she always has your best interests at heart. I wouldn’t use anyone else. I’ve recommended her to several friends.

Sue Swallow

Croydon

Absolutely brilliant, so helpful and nothing was too much trouble. We are so grateful for all the help Elan gave us

Lisa Bond

Horsham

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The Travel Counsellors Experience

The Travel Counsellors Experience

A great poem by Tony Walsh which captures the essence of Travel Counsellors

02 Nov 2021

Wishlist

Wishlist

What is on your Wishlist? I can help with all of your great adventures and tailor make every aspect to make it extra special

02 Nov 2021

Travel Memories

Travel Memories

We’ve missed exploring the world with the people that mean the most to us and as we look forward, I’ll keep your wellbeing at the heart of everything I do.

07 Apr 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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