Hayley Bass
My expertise
I'm based in
Peterborough
Creating Stress-Free, Memory Making Holidays for You
Who am I and why my customers book with me
I’m Hayley Bass, your local Travel Counsellor in Peterborough. With 29 years of experience in the travel industry, I combine genuine, personal service with award‑winning technology to create holidays that feel effortless and completely “you”.
Why my customers choose me (and recommend me)
My business is built on relationships and trust:
You are genuinely important to me and I never take your custom for granted.
I care for you at every stage of your journey, from the first ideas and planning right through to the moment you arrive back home.
You always have a direct line to me. If you have a question or need help, you know exactly who will pick up the phone or send me a WhatsApp.
I do the research so you don’t have to, crafting a holiday that is shaped around your individual needs, likes and dislikes.
At the start of your journey with me, I offer a phone or video call so I can really understand what matters most to you and make sure every recommendation fits.
When you book with Travel Counsellors, every penny is 100% financially protected in our unique financial trust, so your money is always safe.
You will also have access to your own secure online account, MyTC, where you can view quotes and bookings and make payments in your own time. Just ask me to set this up and I will send your personal login details.
A little about me
I live in Peterborough with my husband Nick and our daughters, Eloise and Amelie. Travel has been my world for the past 29 years and I am still just as passionate about it today. Over the years I’ve built up a wealth of knowledge and constantly update this with ongoing training, so you benefit from up‑to‑date insight as well as experience.
I work flexibly from home, which means I can be available at times that suit you. I love making a real difference to my customers’ holidays with thoughtful, personal touches that you simply do not get from booking online.
Every holiday I book is fully financially protected, and I am on hand throughout to discuss what you have in mind, refine the details and remove the stress. Whether you are planning a short UK break or a once‑in‑a‑lifetime adventure overseas, I am here to make your experience smooth, exciting and perfectly tailored to you. Because I take the time to get to know you, our conversations feel like chatting to a friend who just happens to be a travel expert.
My travel experience
As your Travel Counsellor, my role is to get to know you so I can design a holiday that fits you perfectly. I’ve been fortunate to travel widely over my career and many of my recommendations are based on first‑hand experience. Some of my personal favourites include:
Disney World Florida and Disneyland Paris
Los Angeles, where I had the unique experience of studying at UCLA on a travel academy
San Francisco, Las Vegas, Toronto in the beautiful winter season, New York and Mexico
Lapland to visit Santa – simply magical
European cities such as Brussels, Barcelona, Amsterdam and Bruges
Popular family beach destinations including Turkey, Crete, Greece and Spain
Cruise holidays – I have sailed with several cruise lines and love how each one offers a different style and experience
If I have not personally visited the destination you are interested in, you are still in very safe hands. I have access to a worldwide network of destination experts and trusted partners, so I can always draw on specialist knowledge.
How I look after you
I love sharing first‑hand advice, tips and recommendations to help you get the most from your time away. Whether it is a cosy UK weekend, a special occasion celebration, a family sunshine escape or a complex round‑the‑world itinerary, I take great pride in offering a first‑class, personal service. Working from home with flexible hours allows me to fit around your life and be there when you need me.
I would be delighted to help you with your next trip and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Travel guides
Explore my guides and blogs
Small Ship, Big Heart: What I Loved About Sailing on Seabourn Ovation
I have just returned from a five night sailing on Seabourn Ovation and it has firmly confirmed why this style of small-ship luxury cruising is such a great fit for many of my clients. Sailing from Rouen to Dover at the end of April, with calls into Plymouth, Portland and Portsmouth, I experienced first-hand what life is really like on board: relaxed yet luxurious, sociable yet never crowded, and
15 May 2026 7 min read
Amsterdam in just 13 hours!
Yes you read it right I spent just 13 hours in Amsterdam and most of that was spent sleeping in my hotel room. I'll forgive you for thinking that I sound a bit mad as only 8 of those 13 hours were spent exploring. The main reason for my short visit to Amsterdam was to board an NCL Cruise from Amsterdam Passenger Terminal but I'll tell you more about that another time. I took an EasyJet fligh
27 Sept 2022 5 min read
Expedition Adventure Cruise!
Expedition cruising is so much more than a cruise experience. It’s a sustainable nature experience offering unique destinations for adventurers. Do you love nature, exploring, photography, listening to expert talks or maybe you’d love your children or teenagers to have a fun learning experience focusing on fun eco-friendly organised activities about the world they live in and their surroundings?
24 Jun 2019 3 min read
What type are you?
Traditionally when I mention a cruise option to my customers many have a vision of a large cruise ship, dressing up for dinner, and visiting ports of call. Of course, all of that is an aspect of cruising, however, there really is so much more on offer and so many different types of customers are loving cruise experiences than you may realise! I’m going to tell you about 3 types of customers that
13 Jun 2019 3 min read
Five-night cruise on Cunard's Queen Mary 2 (QM2)
From the moment I arrived at Southampton Port, I felt looked after by the staff who collected my luggage ready to deliver to my cabin. Being a cruise novice didn’t matter as all the staff were friendly and looked after me 100%. It was so easy to check-in and wait for my 'letter' to be called out to go through security (like the airport but much quicker). I was greeted by the QM2 crew who welcom
28 May 2019 7 min read
Family fun in Majorca
Majorca or Mallorca what every you decide its name is, there’s no denying this is one of the most gorgeous places to travel and very close to the UK. At just over 2 hours flying time from most London Airports, I can highly recommend Majorca for some beautiful sunshine and beautiful surroundings. This year we took our family holiday in the resort of C’an Picafort located on the northern coast of
10 Sept 2018 5 min read
The perfect honeymoon!
Getting married is a whirlwind of emotions, from saying yes to the most important question of your life, followed by ups and downs during the full-on organisation of your wedding day together. You may be very lucky to have a wedding planner or a best friend around you to help with all the important details. One part of your planning that a wedding planner or best friend may not be able to help you
25 Apr 2018 4 min read
Home of Popeye!
Living in the UK, we are fortunate to be close to many beautiful destinations that are within easy reach for a short break or longer. One such place is Malta which is situated in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Sicily. Flight times from the UK are around three hours and with over 7,000 years of history and culture, Malta has lots to discover with endless opportunities for sightseeing and explor
10 Mar 2018 3 min read
Europe by Rail
Living in the UK, we are extremely fortunate to have a choice of countries easily accessible by rail. European trains are unrecognisable from what we know in the UK; luxury comes as standard with more space, on-board restaurants and a network of reliable high speed rail networks. You can travel from city to city, no time is wasted hanging about and you’ll arrive in your destination feeling relaxed
10 Jul 2017 3 min read
Living life in the lap of luxury
Close your eyes and imagine pure relaxation, 5-star surroundings, award winning chefs and your own private butler, plus an ever changing view throughout your holiday. You can only experience this reality on a 5 star European river cruise. Multi-centre city breaks are very popular, however, one of the best ways to experience Europe is on a relaxing, opulent river cruise. There is so much choice
23 Jun 2017 3 min read
Hello Mickey!
Disneyland Paris is a destination that evokes so much excitement in my customers when they hear the words “that’s all confirmed for you”. I finally got to feel the same emotions for myself when I arranged a Disneyland Paris trip for my own family! It was a challenge keeping our magical Disneyland Paris break a secret from my children, but it was well worth it to see the look of excitement in th
15 Mar 2017 6 min read
My Honeymoon in Bruges
I have fond memories of this enchanting city as I recently went there for my honeymoon. It’s the perfect destination for a couple of nights away and getting there is easy too - we travelled via Eurostar from London to Brussels, and then hopped on another train to get to Bruges itself. Thanks to Google maps, we navigated our way on foot from the station to our central hotel in about 25 minutes
13 May 2016 3 min read
Lapland - Day Trip December 2013
I booked our family day trip to Lapland as a surprise for my two young daughters Eloise (aged 7) and Amelie (aged 5). Just two weeks before Christmas December 2013. What a better way to get in the Christmas spirit than to visit the real man himself, Santa Claus? Our day trip was with Thomas Cook and we also flew with Thomas Cook Airlines. We were about to embark on a truly magical experience of
05 Jun 2015 5 min read
Reviews
What my customers say
Videos
Discover the world with me
Additional offers
More destinations to enjoy
Why use a Travel Counsellor
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.
Get in touch