Hi, I am Helen and I am a personal travel expert based in Milton Keynes.

After a rewarding career in teaching, I set up my own travel business because I wanted to do something that genuinely makes people smile. Holidays are often our most precious moments, so it matters who you trust with them.
What drew me to Travel Counsellors was the ethos: it is truly personal. I'm not here to push a brochure or the deal a company wants to sell. I listen carefully to what you want, then design a holiday that fits you. With the support of Travel Counsellors, I have access to an incredible range of destinations, cruises and experiences all over the world.

I absolutely love cruising, both travelling and planning cruises for my clients, and I have a particular passion for Northern Europe and all things Scandinavia. I am proud to be:

• A member of CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) with Masters accreditation
• A CLIA River Cruise Champion
• A Cruise Ambassador for Travel Counsellors, one of only a handful across the country

These accreditations recognise the depth of my cruise knowledge and my passion for the industry. Many people still think cruising is only for the older generation, but that really is not the case anymore. There are ships and styles of cruise to suit almost everyone, from relaxed small ship voyages to feature packed larger ships, plus river cruises that work brilliantly as an alternative to a traditional city break. A river cruise can take you into the heart of some of Europe’s most beautiful cities, with the bonus of only unpacking once. Whether you are new to cruising or already a fan, I can help you find the right ship and style to match how you like to travel.

Although I can help with holidays all over the world, there are a few destinations and styles of trip I know particularly well:

• USA: From iconic cities like New York to family adventures in Florida and road trips through National Parks, I can help you build an itinerary that fits your interests, pace and budget.
• Canada: Great outdoors, mountain scenery, wildlife, rail journeys or stylish city breaks in places like Vancouver or Toronto.
• European city breaks: From Paris, Rome and Athens to smaller gems, I can help you choose the right area, find well located hotels and plan sightseeing that does not leave you exhausted.
• UK road trips: Especially helpful for visitors from outside the UK. I can suggest realistic routes, scenic detours, charming towns and characterful places to stay, and make sure driving times on our smaller roads feel manageable.
• Scandinavia: One of my most travelled regions, from summer fjords and midnight sun to winter snow, Northern Lights and cosy city breaks.

I can also offer specialist advice if you are travelling with autistic adults or children. I am autistic myself and my son, who is also autistic, has grown up going to Disney and on cruises. I understand how overwhelming these holidays can feel and how many details need to be considered. I can help you choose the right type of holiday, plan your days to reduce stress and sensory overload, know what to expect in airports, on ships and in theme parks, and prepare so everyone feels as calm and confident as possible.

Whatever you are interested in, big or small, I am here to help. I listen to what you want, ask the right questions, then create a tailored itinerary that fits you.

Booking with Travel Counsellors gives you access to a wide choice and the reassurance of a well-established, award winning travel company behind the scenes. You deal directly with me, not a call centre. I take away the stress, from researching options and arranging excursions to checking you in and making sure everything fits together smoothly. We are ATOL affiliated and offer excellent financial protection.

I would love to help you create your next set of memories, whether that is a cruise, a North American adventure, a UK road trip, a European city break or a special celebration.