Gilly Markham
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Exmouth
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I’m Gilly, a Gold Travel Counsellor based in the sunny seaside town of Exmouth in Devon. I’ve worked in the travel industry for over 28 years, and in that time I’ve built up a wealth of knowledge, contacts and experience that I love sharing with my clients.
For the past 19 years as a Travel Counsellor I’ve consistently received a 100% score from my clients in our customer service survey, something I am incredibly proud of. If you choose to trust me with your travel plans, I am confident you will quickly see why.
I genuinely love what I do and I treat my clients like friends. Many of them have been booking their holidays with me for years, coming back time and again because they know I understand what matters to them and will always go the extra mile.
As an independent Travel Counsellor, I am not tied to any one provider. I can search across a huge range of options to find the right holiday for you, at a competitive price. Whether you are looking for a short city break, a relaxing beach escape or a once‑in‑a‑lifetime adventure, my promise is simple: I will always aim to deliver exceptional personal service and a trip that feels perfectly tailored to you.
If you are not quite sure what you want yet, that is absolutely fine. I can offer plenty of ideas, inspiration and honest advice to help shape your plans.
I would love to help make your travel dreams a reality, so please do get in touch by phone or email and we can start planning your next escape together.
Why book with me?
28+ years of travel industry experience and specialist knowledge
Gold Travel Counsellor with a 100% customer service score over 19 years
A truly personal service: I get to know you and treat you like a friend, not a booking number
Independent advice with access to thousands of travel options and trusted suppliers
Tailor‑made trips, from weekend breaks to once‑in‑a‑lifetime adventures
Flexible support at a time that suits you, not call‑centre opening hours
Honest advice, attention to detail and someone who genuinely cares about your holiday
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Magnificent Mexico
Achieving My Gold Status for Travel Counsellors, they awarded my by taking my to the Beautiful Mexico. The Sea in Mexico is just like the pictures, aqua blue and like swimming in a Bath. We Stayed in the 5Star Secrets the Vine in Cancun, and did many of the excursions to give me knowledge of the area and trips available to my clients. My favourite being Coco Bongs, which is a super dramatic Show.
22 Apr 2016 5 min read
5 Star Cruising
I was fortunate enough to be invited to stay overnight aboard the brand new Royal Princess cruise ship. It was a fantastic experience. The food was just WOW, and the entertainment was so varied to suit all. The adult only Sanctuary area was beautiful and very tranquil, with beautiful cushioned sunbeds and very inviting Jacuzzi's. The most amazing part of the Royal Princess was its Sky Walk.
22 Apr 2016 5 min read
Diamond Dubai
Just returned from an Eye opening trip to Dubai. Wow what a place. Everything from top to bottom top quality. I stayed on the JA Palm for All inclusive, to experience this side of Dubai, great for relaxing, with high end standards. Then onto The Address Downtown which is connected to the biggest shopping center, which is just covered in Gold. I also went to the top of the Burj Khalifa and visited
22 Apr 2016 5 min read
Wedding In Greece
I was lucky enough to be Invited to a Wedding I had Booked in 5 Star Sani Beach in Halkidiki in Greece. I've never been to Greece before and wow is all I can say. The food was to die for and they couldn't do enough for you. The hotel its self, has several parts, Hotel, Bungalows, Suites all set around a beach and a Marina. It was what we call 'Dine Around' so you had over 40 different places to e
22 Apr 2016 5 min read
Florida Family Trip
For my summer Holiday this year, I was lucky enough to Visit Florida with my family. I stayed on International Drive, in the Crown Plaza hotel with Lounge access, so in the evenings we could kick back and relax. We Visited Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and Aquatic theme parksall of which were special in there own way. My Daughter fell in love with the Harry Potter World in Universal, we w
22 Apr 2016 5 min read
Beautiful St Lucia
I have been lucky enough to recently visit St Lucia, a fantastic holiday destination. We flew out of London Gatwick airport in Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy and were given exclusive use of the First Class Lounge, which was out of this world! The food was outstanding and the service even better. On the flight the Cabin staff were very attentive and helpful. The seats themselves seemed old but
25 Nov 2011 5 min read
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Let's plan your dream trip together
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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