Heidi Kemsley
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Bibury
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Hi, I’m Heidi, your local Travel Counsellor based in the Cotswolds, with my home office near the historic town of Burford, the ‘Gateway to the Cotswolds’.
With over 42 years of experience in the travel industry, I specialise in tailor-made worldwide holidays, ski groups, rail journeys and cruises. Whether you’re planning a complex, multi-centre itinerary or simply need a quick flight, I offer the same dedicated, personal service every time. As an independent Travel Counsellor, I’m not tied to any tour operators and don’t work to sales targets, my focus is entirely on finding the holiday that’s right for you.
Over the years, I’ve built strong relationships with leading airlines and hotels worldwide and developed extensive aviation knowledge, allowing me to simplify even the most complicated travel plans. I pride myself on delivering an efficient, accurate and friendly service, always going the extra mile to exceed expectations.
Travel has taken me across the globe from game ranger training in South Africa and hiking Namibia’s red dunes to sailing Croatia’s coastline and exploring Italy by road. Yet a Caribbean beach and a good book will always hold their charm.
Now settled in the beautiful village of Eastleach, I work from home and am always on hand to assist with your travel plans.
I look forward to helping you create a seamless and memorable journey.
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Iconic Surrey Hills Bolthole
I was thrilled to be invited recently to check out one of our more illustrious country house hotels - Beaverbrook, nestled into the lush, rolling Surrey Hills, yet only 5 mins drive to M25. Once home to Lord Beaverbrook, it was here he would woo the likes of Rudyard Kipling, Elizabeth Taylor and Ian Fleming who all stayed here. In his role of minister to Winston Churchill, Lord Beaverbrook a
01 Oct 2018 3 min read
Hotel Café Royal
Staying at one of London's top hotels is always going to be a treat but somehow a night at the iconic Hotel Café Royal with its prestigious address takes being spoiled to another level. Staying or dining here they say is one topic London's famous poets and politicians always agree on - a nod to Sir Winston Churchill who came for their famed steaks and champagne and Oscar Wilde who famously dran
23 Sept 2017 2 min read
Cruising Croatia's Coastline
Croatia had been on my "To Do List" for a while so when the kind Invitation came to join some friends on their 72 ft yacht smiling from Dubrovnik I was delighted! I took the civilised 0845 British Airways flight from Gatwick & headed off at the end of June for a long weekend. the flight takes around 2 1/2 - 3 hrs , landing around 11am local time. jumping in a local cab we were to meet the yach
03 Aug 2012 3 min read
Stunning Oman
Oman had been a destination I had longed to visit for a while so was thrilled when finally I had the chance to visit in May 2006 for a quick weeks chillout. We travelled with Gulf Air from Heathrow on their then direct service to Muscat - however since taking this trip the only direct service now from the UK is with Oman Air from Gatwick. BA also have a very good option from Heathrow with a shor
23 Jan 2012 3 min read
High Atlas Retreat
I last visited Morocco and Marrakech just 18 months ago with a group of travel agents. We were lucky enough then to spend an afternoon in the stunningly beautiful Atlas Mountains and I promised then to return. So given a few days off Mid-October my boyfriend and I found ourselves in one of Morocco’s most beautiful mountain retreats – Kasbah Tamadot. It was bought by Sir Richard Branson app
30 Oct 2011 4 min read
A weekend in Florence & Chianti
When I had the chance this April to join a friend in Florence for the weekend I jumped at the chance. When he mentioned the Four Sesons Hotel, my bags were packed !! We flew from London City Airport directly into Florence on the early morning service with Cityjet - just 1hr 50 mins and a 15 min. taxi ride and we were warmly greeted at the discreet entrance to the Four Seasons and shown to our
21 Jul 2011 2 min read
5* Luxury Crete
This was my first trip to Crete and over 15 years since I had travelled to Greece. My partner and I needed a few days to re-charge our batteries and chill in some spring sunshine, so having recently talked to a colleague about the area of Elounda we decided to take the 3hr 45min Easyjet flight from Gatwick to Heraklion, located in the north of the island. On arrival the warm sunshine and scent
18 Jun 2011 4 min read
Mystical Marrakech
Exotic & mystical, Marrakech sits on the plain at the foothills of the breathtakingly beautiful Atlas Mountains. Fashionable in the 1950's/1960's it is once again attracting the discerning traveller keen to explore its boutique riads, colourful souks and sophisticated restaurants serving some of the finest food in the world. On my recent visit in June I was thrilled to be staying in the newly
20 Aug 2010 2 min read
Kruger Game Reserves - S. Africa
KRUGER PARK - (Sabi Sand area) After a very early start with an 0810 flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg we transferred to a Federal Air flight by light aircraft to Kruger. The flight is about 1hr and touchdown brought us to a small landing strip in the bush to commence our safari experience at Sir Richard Branson’s private reserve ULUSABA. This is regarded as one of the top 5 game reserve
20 Feb 2009 3 min read
SOUTH AFRICA NOVEMBER 2007
With distant memories of a less than balmy summer and the thoughts of a frosty winter ahead I was very excited to learn in October I had been invited by Elegant Resorts to join 3 other Travel Counsellors for a week in South Africa visiting some of the best hotels and games reserves on offer. With SA being almost on the same time zone to the UK you arrive early morning feeling refreshed after a go
20 Feb 2009 4 min read
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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.
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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