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I am delighted to offer my services, friendly advice and personal assistance as an independent, impartial Travel Counsellor. “Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer!”
With 35 years career experience in travel and tourism working for holiday tour operators at home and abroad, I can arrange, create and provide some of the best trips, tours and tailor-made itineraries available, to attractive and exciting destinations worldwide.
Based in Leicestershire with wife Alison (an International Tour Manager) and two sons (Thomas and Harry), we have wanderlust in our blood! Being a life-long holidaymaker myself I appreciate only too well how quality time spent alone or together with loved ones enriches our lives and like you, I expect high standards and good value for my money.
I love what I do and my aim is to make your trip memorable, enjoyable and hassle-free, leaving you to indulge your senses in new surroundings that provide those unique moments and feelings you will treasure forever.
Supported by the professional Travel Counsellors network, I have direct access to airlines and hotels, tour operators, transfers and excursions, escorted tours and cruises offering up-to-date availability and competitive rates. This enables me to provide a fast, efficient and flexible booking and information service using the latest technology and huge buying power.
You can be assured of the highest quality throughout, personal service, 24 hour emergency contact and 100% Financial and ATOL protection. We also have some of the highest client satisfaction levels in the industry, adding to your peace of mind. Please feel free to view my 'Customer Stories'.
I pride myself in taking care of all my clients from the youngest to the oldest and therefore attention to detail and your priorities are most important to me but don’t worry, I won’t travel with you (unless you want me to!)
I’ll listen carefully to your wishes, likes and dislikes and make all the arrangements to create the most suitable holiday itinerary, personalized for yourself, your party and budget.
So whether it’s a journey by air, land or sea, to destinations near or far, travelling in Economy or Business, packaged or private you will receive my very best advice and great value proposal to make your next holiday a fabulous Travel Counsellors holiday.
I look forward to hearing from you, receiving your enquiry and welcoming you on board!
Travel guides
Explore my guides and blogs
How to use your annual leave in 2024, to get the most holiDAYS !
WANT TO KNOW HOW BEST TO USE YOUR ANNUAL LEAVE TO MAKE THE MOST OF THE UK NATIONAL HOLIDAYS IN 2024 ? The 2024 UK bank holiday dates are: 01JAN, 29MAR, 01APR, 06MAY, 27MAY, 26AUG, 25DEC, 26DEC, 26DEC Take four days’ leave 25-28MAR for a 10-day holiday? Take four days’ leave 25-28MAR plus four days leave 02-05APR for a 2 week holiday? Take four days’ leave 07-10 MAY for a 9-day holiday
20 Oct 2023 5 min read
How to use your annual leave in 2023 to get the most holiDAYS !
WANT TO KNOW HOW BEST TO USE YOUR ANNUAL LEAVE TO MAKE THE MOST OF THE UK NATIONAL HOLIDAYS IN 2023 ? Take four days’ leave from 3rd–6th APRIL for a 10-day holiday? Take four days’ leave from 2nd-5th MAY for a nine-day holiday? Take four days’ leave from 30th MAY–2nd JUNE for a nine-day holiday? Take four days’ leave from 26th AUGUST–3rd SEPTEMBER for a nine-day holiday? Take three days’ lea
13 Jan 2023 5 min read
Travelling with children?
Travelling with children You don’t want to stop travelling overseas just because you now have children, and what’s more you still want quality accommodation, great facilities and time for yourselves to relax. Great kids’ entertainment and occasional supervision for your children can be important. Here are top tips on how to avoid having a stressful journey with the kids: 1. Pace yourself. Go wit
07 Jun 2019 5 min read
Reviews
What my customers say
I had a great experience working with Ian Bisset at Travel Counsellors when planning our Vietnam tour. He was very responsive, asked the right questions to fully understand what we were looking for, and presented three well-thought-out options that matched our wishes and budget perfectly. The advice felt genuinely personalised and professional, and the whole process was smooth and reassuring. [Travelling to Vietnam & Cambodia]
Carolyn Ford
Liskeard, Cornwall
03/05/2026
Ian took time to fully understand our requirements and come up with proposals which perfectly fitted our needs. Communication was brilliant throughout and we never felt pressured into making a decision. [Travelling to South America]
John Barter
Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire
27/04/2026
Helpful, efficient, reliable & friendly. It's been a brilliant service and I will recommend Travel Counsellors to everyone! Thank you for all your efforts. [Travelled to Brazil]
Dafydd Harries
West Wickham, Kent
03/04/2026
As ever a 1st class service! [ Travelled to Thailand ]
Ralph Charles
Colchester, Essex
26/03/2026
Would totally recommend [Travelled to Egypt]
Margaret McBride
Carnoustie, Angus, Scotland
03/03/2026
It's great using Ian to plan holidays. He comes up with a good range of options. It makes the process so much easier and avoids the worry of booking things on the wrong date especially where large time differences are relevant. Highly recommended. [Travelled to South Africa & Victoria Falls]
Linda McEwan
Doune, Stirling
24/02/2026
Ian is very helpful and looks at all options when you ask him to help with travel. [Travelled to Italy]
Yvonne McCarthy
Newark, Nottinghamshire
03/02/2026
Always a pleasure to do business with, available and helpful. [Travelled to Brazil]
Lesley Taylor
Teignmouth, Devon
26/01/2026
We had a wonderful holiday .We really like Andalusia and will definitely be returning sometime. Thanks for arranging for us.
Lisa Demontis
Melbourne, Derbyshire
07/01/2026
First time I’ve used Ian but super efficient. [Travelled to Egypt]
Pem Nicholson
Bedale, North Yorkshire
13/12/2025
Always efficient & reliable. [Travelled to Japan]
Gwendoline Wall
Romaldkirk, Durham
06/12/2025
We wanted to drop you a quick note to thank you directly for all your help and guidance in the planning and preparation for our Australian adventure. It was a great success and we were both delighted with the organisation and support. Your help and support were instrumental in making it a fabulous trip - especially given the complexity of the itinerary. We felt totally confident that at each stage, the detail had been taken care of to make it an enjoyable and stress-free process. [Travelled to Singapore & Australia]
Phil & Janine Partington
Barsby, Leicestershire
26/11/2025
Ian was very professional, a good communicator and provided all the information and help required. Thank you [Travelled to S.E Asia]
Andrew Walls
Blairgowrie, Angus, Scotland
03/11/2025
\Ian is amazing. We have chopped and changed so many times. He is patient and very efficient. [A multi centre trip - Travelled around the World !!
Navina Sullivan
St Albans, Herts
27/10/2025
Really helpful and positive. Very quick to respond and clearly sets out details provided via email. Thanks Ian [Travelling to Africa]
Christine Newlands
Knowle, Solihull, West Midlands
02/10/2025
A few lines to thank you very much for your help, advice and booking of our magical holiday to Sorrento & Amalfi Coast...and the bottle of bubbly awaiting us upon arrival, we had the most wonderful time!! Flights and transfers ran very smoothly, hotel was great with top staff, Our balcony room looked out to Mt. Vesuvius! Everywhere we went, Pompeii, Capri, Amalfi and Positano, was picturesque and luxurious in atmosphere. Lots of awesome memories to treasure, thank you again Ian.
Helen Stafford
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
25/09/2025
I constantly recommend Ian. He is always so so helpful , knowledgeable , trustworthy and supportive . I could never ask for a better service. [Travelling to Morocco + Indonesia]
Kay Wagstaff
Edwalton, nr Nottingham
02/09/2025
I hadn't realised that there were those that did more than just arrange a holiday for 1 person. I now know thanks to Ian Bisset, Travel Counsellor that there are those who go the extra mile for their clients. Comforting to know that whatever random and spontaneous travel plans I have , Ian can be contacted to do his best to accommodate whatever needs to be arranged for my pleasure and safety.
James Edmead
London
25/08/2025
First time I’ve used Ian but super efficient! [Travelled to Egypt]
Pamela Nicholson
Bedale, North Yorkshire
01/08/2025
Ian was quickly on the case, answered all queries promptly and found the best options for our flights & hotels- very efficient, friendly service. [Travelling to Antarctica]
Judy Penny
Saltford, Bristol, Somerset
21/07/2025
Ian is always willing to help and support with everything I have requested, cannot ask more than that. [Travelling to Botswana]
Stephen Makepeace
Solihull, West Midlands
01/07/2025
Ian’s knowledge and experience has helped me to get just the right travel solutions for a couple of recent trips. I particularly value his support if something changes or goes awry, great to have him to call on from start to finish. [Travelling to Chile and India]
Alison Burriss
Culcheth, Warrington, Cheshire
17/06/2025
Great service. Would highly recommend . [Travelling to Andalusia, Spain]
Michael Kitson
Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear
04/06/2025
Always a pleasure to do business with Ian , available and helpful. [Travelled to Brazil]
Lesley Taylor
Teignmouth, Devon
27/05/2025
Ian is absolutely brilliant, I use TC / Ian for all my travel requirements. I have recommended Ian to numerous people over the years and will continue to do so. [Travelled to Indonesia & Sumatra]
Elizabeth Vinnicombe
Bognor Regis, West Sussex
04/05/2025
Ian dealt with my travel requirements professionally and efficiently. He was very friendly and helpful. [Travelled to Brazil]
Debra Cocking
Winscombe, Somerset
29/04/2025
Prompt and friendly response from Ian, to any query ... and I feel confident about my bookings. [Travelling to Sri Lanka]
Anne Lamb
Edinburgh, Scotland
03/04/2025
Brilliant service! Ian took the pain and worry out of our travel requirements and sorted out everything we asked really quickly and at a great price. He (and his colleagues) answered all our queries really quickly and were so knowledgeable. [Travelling to Italy]
Amy Smitheringale
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
28/03/2025
Ian is always very helpful at getting what we want from a holiday. [Travelling to Mexico]
Michael Cox
Rugby, Warwickshire
04/03/2025
Quick responses, efficient and accommodating to all requests and queries! [Travelled to Dominican Republic]
Bhavisha Chavda
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
25/02/2025
Seriously impressed with Ian's prompt response and his professional and personal approach. I have already told many of my friends about him and have urged them to consider contacting him regarding their future holiday plans. [Travelling to Canada]
Kim Reddyhoff
Haworth, Keighley, West Yorkshire
03/02/2025
Great service. Ian makes travel so easy. Huge thank you to him. [Travelled to Finland]
Linda McCarthy
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
26/01/2025
Ian is able to answer any queries and come up with solutions for any complications! [Travelling to Switzerland]
Ann Dixon
Pathhead, Midlothian
07/01/2025
Ian has always been really helpful and patient. [Travelled to Scotland]
Ilaben Patel
Leicester, Leicesterhire
26/12/2024
Excellent prompt service. [ Travelled to Egypt ]
Anne Eden
St Helens, Merseyside
04/12/2024
Ian has been incredibly helpful in finding the flights we needed and pro-active in suggesting places to stay for our trip. [ Travelled to Australia ]
Elizabeth Shaw
Market Harborough, Leicester
26/11/2024
Ian is always very friendly and quick to respond to any requests. A great service! [Travelled to Indonesia]
Jill Wilcox
Norwich, Norfolk
03/11/2024
Super responsive to emails/queries. Really impressed. [ Travelled to japan ]
Michelle Baylis
Alcester, Warwickshire
27/10/2024
You know I would never book a holiday through anyone else, The service you give is second to none! [Travelling to Lake Como, for Xmas & New Year)
Mrs Jennifer Collett
Solihull, West Midlands
01/10/2024
I have over many years used Ian to plan my trips to far-flung places. He is attentive, knowledgeable and incredibly helpful. When it comes to booking a holiday I can think of no-one I'd rather put my faith in. Keep up the great work! [Travelling to Malaysia, Borneo & Indonesia]
Ralph Charles
Abberton, nr Colchester, Essex
25/09/2024
Hi Ian, Just wanted to drop you a message to say thank you. We had the most amazing honeymoon and everything was so smooth from the arranged transfer to the hotels and even the little chocolates and note left in the room at Dubai! Thank you again and we will be sure to come to you to arrange our next trip. [Travelled to Zanzibar & Dubai]
Liz Shipley
Towcester, Northants
04/09/2024
Ian is very polite and friendly on the phone. He takes the time to listen and understand your situation and requirements for your trip. I have great comfort having booked our trip through Ian that he will be on the end of the phone or email to help at any stage through our trip [Travelled to Australia]
Claire Stanbridge
Kibworth Beachamp, Leicestershire
26/08/2024
Always very helpful, very understanding with problems I have had and have sorted out for me straightaway. Would highly recommended without hesitation. [ Norwegian Fjords cruise ]
Katherine Smith
Flitwick, Bedfordshire
05/08/2024
Ian was very helpful and patient and provided us with a number of options [Travelled to Andalusia - self drive]
Saffron Redman Morriss
Worthing, West Sussex
26/07/2024
The holiday went really well, thank you, We enjoyed Copenhagen and Stockholm very much. Travel went without any hitches. Hotels were fine (with some interesting idiosyncrasies!) [Travelled to Scandinavia]
Sally Waring
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
03/07/2024
Excellent service! [Travelling to Peru]
Jill & David Hallam
Alfreton, Derbyshire
28/06/2024
Thank you once again for organising our trip. It may have been short but it was fantastic. Our transport was waiting when we got off the flight, the hotel was great and we had a room with a balcony overlooking the Adolphe bridge. Transport back was perfect and we had a lovely time whilst we were there. Once again thank you so much for sorting our perfect break away. It couldn’t have been better. ?? [Travelled to Luxembourg]
Linzie Marie Penn
Isham, Northamptonshire
04/06/2024
Ian has always been very helpful in answering our questions promptly. He has kept an eye on notifications with regard to airline availability. He has recently tailored an upcoming trip exactly to our requirements. I am happy to recommend him to others. [Travelled to Cuba]
Helen Morton
Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
27/05/2024
Ian helps take any worries I have about travelling, away and leaves me with the pleasure of just enjoying my holiday! [Travelled to Australia]
Gail Osborne
Warsash, Hampshire
03/05/2024
Thank you Ian for being so patient and helping me through the travel arrangements for our Bowling Club trip to Cyprus. [Travelled to Paphos]
Anne Butcher
Dore, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
25/04/2024
Wow! we have had the most amazing trip to Borneo and cannot thank you enough for your guidance and patience with organising this for us. Everything without exception was so well planned, our guides looked after us and basically handed us over to the next guide when the time came - they all seemed to know what we were doing better than we did at times! We felt 100% safe and really appreciated the fact that when a driver on his own transferred us from one location to another, it was always a driver that we knew from the previous day with the guide - all these things contributed to us having a fantastic holiday. We saw a lot of wildlife and were impressed with the night-time discovery walk and the visit to see the Proboscis monkeys which appeared to be extras added in just for us, The accommodation and food were excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed the packed schedule, so thank you for fulfilling our requests. The Singapore Airlines and Scoot flights were both excellent. Thank you so much again.
Karen ryson
Culford, nr Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
03/04/2024
The Wilson Browne Solicitors team recently attended the MIPIM trade show in Cannes . One person I haven't yet thanked is Ian Bisset, Travel Counsellors. Ian took all the hassle away from me, finding accommodation, sorting flights, arranging transfers, and taking on any changes in his stride. I'd spent hours trying to organise this myself before a personal recommendation led me to contact Ian. His knowledge of the area and the travel trade is superb. Whatever your travel or holiday needs - give him a call: you couldn't find a more knowledgeable, helpful person. Thank you Ian - you're a star! Many thanks for organising our trip and dealing with the various changes. All of the team are grateful for making it so painless.
Wayne Jenkins
Northamptonshire
26/03/2024
This is the third time that Ian has organised our summer holidays in Europe. Ian responded quickly to my initial enquiry and provided a range of options to meet our holiday requirements. Once we made our decision, he provided a detailed itinerary and made the bookings immediately. I would recommend Ian, as a travel counsellor. I’m impressed with his knowledge of the travel industry. [Travelled to south of France by train]
Derek Sayer
Darlington, Durham
04/03/2024
Fast, efficient professional service, matching my needs with the best product choices. Ian provided excellent information. [Purchased Travel Insurance]
Lisa Salter
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear
25/02/2024
Thanks Ian - Top service as always! [Travelling to Australia]
Chris Barnes
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
04/02/2024
I always recommend Ian to all my friends. He makes the whole booking less stressful. [ Travelled to Andalucia ]
Lisa Demontis
Melbourne, Derbyshire
28/01/2024
Excellent service. Kept up to date at each stage. Feel extremely confident that I can contact Ian should any issues arise. [Travelling to Finland]
Lynne Fieldhouse
Elland, West Yorkshire
04/01/2024
Helpful and efficient ! [Travelled to Italy - Lake Garda & Verona]
Alison Baker
Bingley, West Yorkshire
29/12/2023
As ever; a 1st class service! [ Travelled to the Maldives }
Ralph Charles
Colchester, Essex
02/12/2023
Ian dealt with my travel requirements and was very friendly and helpful. [Travelled to Brazil ]
Debra Cocking
Winscombe, Somerset
27/11/2023
It's great using Ian to plan holidays. He comes up with a good range of options. It makes the process so much easier and avoids the worry of booking things on the wrong date especially where large time differences are relevant. Highly recommended. [Travelled to South Africa]
Linda McEwan
Doune, nr Stirling, Scotland
02/11/2023
Ian provides a very prompt and efficient customer service. I would recommend him to anyone. [Travelling to Chile]
Eddie Smart
Newcastle upon Tyne
26/10/2023
Friendly, helpful, on-hand personal service, sorted our flight changes, made recommendations [Travelling to Cosa Rica ]
Judy Penny
Saltford, Bristol, Somerset
06/10/2023
Ian has been brilliant. It’s the first time we’ve used Travel Counsellors and we would definitely use them (Ian) again for sure. Faultless [Travelled to Canada, including F1 Grand Prix]
Raj Thakrar
Leicester, Leicestershire
27/09/2023
Ian goes above and beyond to make sure he helps to find the perfect trip for his clients! Amazing service! Travelled to Hawaii]
Bhavni Shah
Leicester, UK
04/09/2023
Excellent quotes on Business class tickets [Travelled to Central America]
Lesley Bird
Derby, Derbyshire
22/08/2023
We had a great trip thank you, enjoyed it very much and as always when you're having fun it goes so quickly and the days we had in each place was perfect ?? [Travelled to Canada]
Lucy Pettett
Lancing, West Sussex
04/08/2023
Very quick and efficient. [Travelling to Uganda]
Gwendoline Wall
Romaldkirk, Durham
27/07/2023
Just wanted to thank you for arranging another great holiday for Derek and I. The hotel in Florence was in a perfect location and we walked miles all over the city and saw most of the important sites. The hotel in Viareggio was amazing and we couldn’t fault it. Well worth the extra cost! Again it was in the perfect location, just across from the beach and restaurants. After the busy time in Florence it was the perfect place to relax. Thanks again. [Travelled to Italy]
Jill Hignett
Southampton, Hampshire
10/07/2023
Very happy with all aspects of what Ian does, from the initial email outlining what we want to do, to the finished holiday . It’s very personal and tailor-made to our specific requests. [Travelled to Australia]
Marcia Bradbury
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
30/06/2023
Very efficient and quick,. Information set out in an understandable manner. Pleasant and helpful person. Would 100% book with Ian again. Makes me feel that I have a safe and protected booking. [Travelled to Central America]
Jo Barbary
Penzance, Cornwall
04/06/2023
Always helpful and worked hard changing flight bookings multiple times for me during the pandemic . Quick to respond to queries . I like the personal touch. [Travelled to Costa Rica]
Patricia Ostojitsch
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
29/05/2023
Excellent service! [Travelling to Egypt]
Margaret McBride
Carnoustie, Angus Scotland
04/05/2023
Thanks Ian, We had a wonderful holiday thank you. We really liked Andalucia and will definitely be returning sometime. Thanks for arranging it all for us. [Travelled to Spain]
Lisa Demontis
Melbourne, Derbyshire
27/04/2023
Very friendly and nothing is too much trouble! What more could one wish for!? [Travelled to Italy]
Elisa Fasoli
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
03/04/2023
Friendly, effortless, efficient - what more can be said! [Travelling to Egypt]
Alexander Pettigrew
Newquay, Cornwall
27/03/2023
Thank you very much for arranging a fantastic holiday. [Travelled to Andalucia]
Jeane Heap
Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
01/03/2023
Ian makes travel very easy. It is a great pleasure to deal with him. Thank you. [Travelling to Japan]
Linda McCarthy
Pembury, Tunbridge Wells, Kent
09/02/2023
Ian Bisset has organised a couple of holidays for me. This year, we will be travelling to Italy (our favourite country). We knew the region for a two centre holiday and Ian provided superb options for hotels, flights and interesting places to visit. Ian has a wealth of knowledge about the travel industry. He is very professional and responds quickly to requests. I would highly recommend Ian as a Travel Counsellor. [Travelling to Italy]
Derek Sayer
Darlington, Durham
27/01/2023
Excellent service, will use again! [Travelled to Vietnam & Cambodia]
Sally Coenen
St Lawrence, Jersey, Channel Islands, UK
13/01/2023
In the last few years, Ian has booked a few complex holidays for me and all have been without any problems. Ian has just booked a holiday for me to Australia which also includes Dubai and Malaysia. There’s a total of seven flights. There are two fixed dates for venues which I want to attend near the end of the holiday . Because of this, he had to work backwards from the end date rather than forward from the U.K. All has been worked out perfectly. The “MyTC” app is also excellent , showing the itinerary, accommodations, etc clearly. Once again, well done Ian. [Travelled to Australia & Malaysia]
Philip Warner
Pontardawe, Swansea, South Wales
21/12/2022
Thank you for arranging such a great trip to Canada. A real eye opener with such beautiful scenery. The hotels you booked were great. The Rocky Mountaineer was the highlight. (Vancouver was lovely, but preferred Victoria) Weather on the whole was really good. Overall, a fantastic trip. Thank you again for your excellent knowledge and expertise. All the best! [Travelled to Canada]
Anne Bowden
Kibworth, Leicestershire
05/12/2022
Friendly, helpful and efficient service, all our requirements met [ Travelling to New Orleans - Mardi Gras ]
Judy Penny
Saltford, Bristol, Somerset
25/11/2022
Ian always gives really great help and advice. We trust what he tells us - and we feel he is more than just a holiday provider - he is a trusted friend. We wouldn't look at any other company or consultant when it comes to a tailor-made holiday. We are also, very regularly, giving his details to friends as he provides such a great service! [Travelling to Lapland]
Kathryn Hanks
Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire
09/11/2022
Ian was very helpful and gave great advice. [Travelling to Uganda]
Mary Bennett
Hereford, Herefordshire
27/10/2022
Ian is friendly, thorough and super efficient. Nothing is too much trouble. He is there to take the pressure away in these times of Covid, where holidays are cancelled, postponed and rebooked. I would highly recommend Travel Counsellor Ian Bisset.
Margaret Thorpe Kerr
London
10/10/2022
Ian is great at offering good options. Comprehends what is requested and is very straightforward and clear in his communication. Very friendly and amenable. [Travelling to Malta] Thank you also for arranging our trip - we had a great time and all went well!
Linda McEwan
Doune, Stirling, Scotland
27/09/2022
Ian efficiently and quickly booked some long haul flights for me, It was nice to speak with a very knowledgeable human! Just great service. [Travelling to S.E Asia]
Louise Parris
Emsworth, Hampshire
05/09/2022
I would happily recommend Ian. He was very helpful and quickly dispersed any worries I may have encountered if I had tried to sort out arrangements myself. [Travelling to Scandinavia]
Averyl Nash
Edinburgh, Scotland
24/08/2022
Being a single traveller, Ian's help is much appreciated and he sorts everything out for me. [Travelling to Finland]
Yvonne McCarthy
Newark, Nottinghamshire
08/08/2022
Ian has been very helpful and professional whenever I have sought his advice. Always replies very promptly. [Travelling to Vietnam & Cambodia]
Edward Smart
Newcastle Upon Tyne
08/07/2022
If we could give Ian and the TC team a '15' we would! Attentive, courteous, knowledgeable and always with the right contacts. We do indeed recommend him to all our friends. It's a pity that we're in the US and he's in England!!
Jim Lewis
Punta Gorda, Florida, USA
25/06/2022
Ian is professional, knowledgable, easy to communicate with and attentive [Travelled to Tromso, Norway]
Frances White
Burwell, Cambridgeshire
07/06/2022
Professional, friendly, easy to make payment with links provided. The whole process was very easy, would recommend Ian to anyone in the future. I will be using him again as and when required. [Travelling to Asia]
Stephen Makepeace
Solihull, West Midlands
24/05/2022
I received excellent service from Ian in booking my flights. He found more suitable timed flights that reduced waiting times at transit airports. [Travelling to Vietnam & Cambodia]
Anne Brodholt
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
09/05/2022
Ian knows his stuff!! [Travelling to Peru]
Christopher Barnes
Great Easton, Market Harborough, Leicestershire
22/04/2022
So helpful, Ian takes the stress out of travel arrangements. [Travelling to Canada]
Jacqueline Bowns
Newquay, Cornwall
08/04/2022
Excellent in every respect. [Self-drive trip to Oregon, USA]
Richard Shipley
Nr Matlock, Derbyshire
25/03/2022
The trip was great and seamless from what you had organised;- the transfers to and from were prompt and easy. Thank you for your help sourcing and arranging, it definitely made it a lot easier having it all done in one! :-) [Travelled to Dominican Republic]
Bhavisha Chavda
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
09/03/2022
Just to say we returned safely from Norway on Thursday and we wanted to say thank you for organising such a special trip. Everything ran super smoothly and we loved it all. We saw the Northern Lights…twice ??Husky Sledding was absolutely fab and we took a boat trip on our last day. A beautiful country and we loved it - so thank you. [Travelled to Tromso, Norway]
Claire Stanbridge
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
22/02/2022
Ian’s wealth of knowledge and advice gives us the reassurance needed, especially in these uncertain times. Incredibly helpful and nothing is too much trouble. (Travelling to Abu Dhabi]
Anne and Richard Bowden
Kibworth, Leicestershire
10/02/2022
Thank you Ian, you are a star! Its great to be planning my next adventure with you again. [Trip to Greek Islands]
Karen Todd
Chorley, Lancashire
24/01/2022
Absolutely 10 out of 10, no question. I have recommended Ian to friends and family and will continue to do so, he’s brilliant. [Trip to Sri Lanka with Travel Insurance]
Elizabeth Vinnicombe
Bognor Regis, West Sussex
10/01/2022
Ian is always friendly, helpful and professional [ Re-arranged trip to Uganda ]
Linda Pantling
Poole, Dorset
23/12/2021
Great work Ian! Thanks so much for your assistance [re-arranged trip to Vietnam/China]
Gail Osborne
Southampton, Hampshire
07/12/2021
Ian always does an excellent job.. He listens to what you want and it is always done quickly and efficiently. Never had any problems. [Travelled to Portugal ]
Julie White
Kenilworth, Warwickshire
23/11/2021
10 out of 10 [Travelling to Dubai & Singapore, with Asia cruise]
Jim Lewis
Punta Gorda, Florida, USA
08/11/2021
Very swift, efficient friendly service which makes you have the confidence in Travel Counsellors to use them again and to recommend to others, [Scandinavia tour]
Jill Wilcox
Norwich, Norfolk
21/10/2021
Excellent service Ian. [Travelling to Finland]
Lesley Melrose
Solihull, West Midlands
11/10/2021
I’m so glad that you were making the arrangements for me Ian. I certainly would use you next time when I book a holiday. [Re-booked tour to Asia]
Kay Hall
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
24/09/2021
Thank you Ian, for continuing to look after us during such a difficult time. [refunded cancelled Indo-China tour, plus re-arranged our Canada trip]
Christine Bardsley
Manchester
09/09/2021
Brilliant service, I would highly recommend Ian. [Norway cruise]
Katherine Smith
Flitwick, Bedford
23/08/2021
Ian couldn’t do enough to help me, I haven’t used a travel Counsellor before but I would definitely in the future. [Re-arranged trip to Canada, including travel insurance]
Beryl Hayes
Rhyl, Wales
09/08/2021
Excellent, knowledgeable, patient and reliable. Ian understands our needs. [ Re-arranged trip to Rhodes]
Pamela Williams
London
26/07/2021
As always, thank you so much for looking after me and arranging all the flight travel changes. I know it cannot be easy and I am sure there are many clients you have had to do this for. It is really appreciated and I know I am in safe hands. [Amended trip to Uganda]
Anne McWilliam
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
08/07/2021
Your line of work has certainly taken a hit and a lot of the rules just seem pure madness! Thank you so much for all your help and advice, it has given me a better insight into making any decisions. [Travelling to Switzerland]
Gillian Hall
Broomhaugh, Northumberland
28/06/2021
Very reliable, very helpful. Everything is done for me, so no worries. Could not be in better hands. Thank you Ian. [Re-arranged flights]
Loraine Matthews
Highbury, North London
10/06/2021
Ian is a great Travel Counsellor. Having booked with him previously, his attention to detail, support and consideration is outstanding. He is now helping me find my next perfect getaway whilst guiding me through the travel restrictions, ensuring that I'm booked with flexibility to ensure that I am ready to travel as soon as allowed, and that I get where I want to go safely. I'd definitely recommend Ian. He's the best! [Trip to Bali, Indonesia]
Karen Todd
Chorley, Lancashire
24/05/2021
Many thanks Ian. Best decision we ever made was to book through you. [Re-arranged trip to Indochina]
Linda McCarthy
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
10/05/2021
Thank you so much for all your efforts on our behalf Ian . It is much appreciated. [Re-arranged Croatia trip]
Linda Waite
Pulborough, West Sussex
21/04/2021
I have thoroughly enjoyed my trip to Eastbourne; the organisation of the transfers was perfect. Everything went very smoothly and made the journey there and back easy. The hotel was perfect thank you. [Memories of a UK Tennis break - June 2019]
Eileen Wright
Gleadless, Sheffield
09/04/2021
Just a 'thank you' Ian, for arranging the break in Krakow for Hilary and myself. Everything worked out perfectly. Hotel just right and very well placed in the middle of the main street. Clean, comfortable, breakfast very good and helpful staff. Thank you again. [memories of a Krakow city break in 2019!]
Audrey Hyde
Kidderminster, Worcestershire
09/03/2021
Thanks Ian, you did what was asked - much appreciated! [Flight only refund ]
Gordon Spence
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
23/02/2021
Thanks again Ian for excellent service as always! [re-arranged trip to Iceland]
Jennifer Brandreth
Solihull, West Midlands
11/02/2021
Thank you for arranging the flight refund for me. Will be in touch again soon. [cancelled Indochina trip]
Yvonne Maynard-Staton
Normanton, West Yorkshire
26/01/2021
Ian is friendly, knowledgeable, efficient and a pleasure to talk to. [Re-arranged flights to Canada]
Margaret Thorpe Kerr
Wandsworth, Greater London
11/01/2021
We are really pleased with your service Ian, thank you. [Re-arranged trip to SE Asia]
Karen Todd
Chorley, Lancashire
21/12/2020
You certainly take all the stress out of booking a holiday and I continue to spread the word! [re-arranged rail trip to Italy]
Karen Bryson
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
10/12/2020
Thank you so much Ian!! Fabulous service as always ?? [Rearranged trip to Iceland]
Jenny Collett
Solihull, West Midlands
25/11/2020
Just so helpful with technology, and a personal phone call! [re-arranged trip to Kerala, India]
Anne Butcher
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
13/11/2020
Very informative and helpful ! [organizing refund for cancelled trip to Tokyo Olympics]
Frances White
Burwell, Cambridgeshire
28/10/2020
Thank you for all your help. It was a great trip and I could not have achieved it without your help. [Travelled to Spain]
Anne McWilliam
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
01/10/2020
Thanks Ian. Brilliant job! Now we have something to look forward to. Keep safe! [Re-booked holiday to Greece}
Pamela Williams
Lambeth, London
18/09/2020
You have been so helpful to Margaret and I regarding our now cancelled holiday, that I know we will not hesitate to book any holiday we may plan in the future with yourself and Travel Counsellors. [Croatia & Montenegro]
Linda Waite
Pulborough, West Sussex
28/08/2020
Thanks Ian. That’s fantastic news! Thank you so very much. Let’s hope that by Nov 2021 we’ll have some kind of normality again – or “normalcy” as the Americans say! [Re-booked cruise to Asia]
Jim Lewis
Punta Gorda, Florida, USA
08/08/2020
Thank you so much for your help. You have been brilliant! We will keep in touch! [Travelling to Rhodes, Greece]
Pam Williams
Lambeth, London
27/07/2020
Thanks for your great service so far. It’s lovely to have such a personal connection. [Travelling to India]
Margaret Thorpe Kerr
Wandsworth, London
10/07/2020
When my friend recommended you I thought I would see what you could do for me. You surpassed what I was given to expect and much more. You obviously put a lot of work into looking after your clients and when we next think about going away I shall certainly contact you first and rest assured that I shall recommend you to anyone who needs a most reliable and professional “Travel Counsellor”. [Arctic Cruise]
Barry Readings
Billericay, Essex
23/06/2020
As always Ian, many thanks for being so helpful and 'on it' ! [Travelling to Southeast Asia]
Gail Osborne
Southampton, Hampshire
05/06/2020
Ian has been great at sorting out my flights, transfers, trips and pre-holiday accommodation. He seems to know from my request what accommodation would suit me and got it spot on. All done quickly and without any pressure. It is much easier than trying to organise this myself; I am always apprehensive that I book everything one day out from what is correct! At least Ian will get it right... [Travelling to South Africa]
Linda McEwan
Stirling, Scotland
26/05/2020
As I had never booked a cruise before, I am very grateful to a friend for giving me your number. I had everything sorted out for me, which was really helpful and I will return again when I want to book my next holiday, so thank you for everything. [Travelling to Norway]
Katherine Smith
Flitwick, Bedfordshire
11/05/2020
Fantastic service! Ian was extremely helpful and speedily selected our flights and connections at very competitive prices, which I was unable to do myself. I shall definitely use the service again. THANK YOU. [Travelling to the UAE & SE Asia]
Ella Trafankowska
Watford, Hertfordshire
01/05/2020
Ian is very helpful, have booked with him both abroad and UK, looking forward to my Scotland road trip.
Linda Thacker
Clowne, Derbyshire
20/04/2020
Ian was very prompt and efficient in helping us plan a visit to New Zealand. We are going to use him again when we go to South Africa next year. Highly recommended.
Helen Morton
Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
08/04/2020
Being someone on their own, your help and assistance was much appreciated. [Travelling to Vietnam & Cambodia]
Yvonne McCarthy
Grantham, Lincolnshire
02/04/2020
You were amazing and we are very grateful. [Travelling to SE Asia]
Linda McCarthy
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
19/03/2020
You provided an excellent service when you booked my flights, if anyone asks me for a recommendation for a similar service, I would have no concerns in recommending you. [Travelling to Vietnam & Laos]
Edward Smart
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear
09/03/2020
Thank you so much Ian ! Excellent service as usual. [Travelling to Vietnam & Laos]
Gail Osborne
Southampton, Hampshire
02/03/2020
Nothing is too much trouble and we always are given options for any proposed holiday we're considering. Thank you Ian ! [Travelling to Italy]
Diane Spooner
Clowne, Derbyshire
17/02/2020
The best service you can get! [Travelling to Scotland]
Trevor Brimmer
Chippenham, Wiltshire
08/02/2020
Ian is always BRILLIANT at finding exactly the tour I want. [Travelling to Asia]
Jeane Heap
Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
03/02/2020
Always friendly and finds the right holiday, suitable for me. [Travelling to Morocco]
Adele Brace
Bedford, Bedfordshire
21/01/2020
Excellent Service! [Travelling to Italy]
Julie Shaw
Sheffield
14/01/2020
Fantastic service as per usual! [Travelling to Iceland]
Linzie Marie Penn
Kettering, Northamptonshire
07/01/2020
You are always quick and efficient in dealing with my questions and always seem to have a wealth of knowledge about most places we discuss. You genuinely seem to be a 'fellow traveller' and have a real passion for what you do. Keep up the good work Ian! [Travelling to Istanbul and Dubai]
Ralph Charles
Colchester, Essex
31/12/2019
Travel Counsellor Ian Bisset has planned and organised some excellent holidays for me, combining individual trips with escorted tours. He has arranged long haul flights with transfers, hotels and short internal flights. All of the holidays have run smoothly with no long waiting time for flight connections. They also provide an excellent App which shows your itinerary step by step. My holidays were also Atol protected. [Travelling to Bali & Indonesia]
Philip Warner
Pontardawe, West Glamorgan
10/12/2019
As always Ian, thank you for your incredibly good service!! [Travelling to Italy]
Jenny Collett
Solihull, West Midlands
28/11/2019
Nothing is too much trouble for Ian. [Travelling to China]
Susanne Walsh
Bexley, Kent
14/11/2019
Travel Counsellors have been outstanding as usual. Well looked after and a pleasure to deal with. Will definitely use Ian again. [Travelled to Iceland].
Judith Galloway
Dumfries, Scotland
11/11/2019
Thank you Ian. As always, total perfection! [Travelling to India]
Anne McWilliam
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
07/11/2019
Excellent service as always! [Travelling to Uganda]
Patricia Ostojitsch
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
21/10/2019
Pleasant to deal with and very helpful. Would definitely recommend Ian to my friends & family. [Travelling to Vietnam & Cambodia]
Lisa Demontis
Derby, Derbyshire
06/10/2019
Always very happy with the personal service that Ian provides. We feel he often goes 'above and beyond' what is expected. We know Ian well - he has planned a few holidays for us now - he listens to, and understands, what we are wanting from a holiday. In all honesty, although we have never met actually met him, he feels like a personal friend. We already recommend the service he provides to others and will continue to do so [Travelling to Peru, Easter Island & Tahiti]
Kathryn Hanks
North Yorkshire
20/09/2019
It's a great comfort talking to someone who knows what he's talking about. I usually book holidays by phone and there are times when people in the office don't always know the answers especially if it’s a new holiday that's advertised! [Travelling to Uganda]
Lorraine Matthews
Highbury, London
20/09/2019
Extremely helpful, can call anytime [Travelling to Morocco]
Gill Jones
Abingdon, Oxfordshire
29/08/2019
Ian was recommended to me, and I found his assistance in booking our holiday/expedition excellent. He dealt with my various questions quickly and efficiently. And therefore would not hesitate in recommending him to other people [Travelling to the Arctic / Svalbard].
Barry Readings
Billericay, Essex
12/08/2019
My score for Ian Bisset is based on former and current experience l've had of the excellent service that he gives. His professionalism and enthusiasm is always the same. Nothing is too much bother. Be it 'tweaking' my plans or requesting all documentation by post. Currently, l had the misfortune of a short-notice cancellation of a much longed for cruise. lan informed me as soon as possible and dealt with the 'fall-out', quickly and efficiently. Including booking me on another cruise. His actions greatly softened the upset and disappointment. well done. Again!
Catriona Britton
Stockton-on-Tees, Durham
07/08/2019
Ian listened very carefully to our wish list, made a few suggestions and then put a quote together using all the elements we asked for even though it's for 2020. Ian has been professional and friendly throughout the initial process and we look forward to working with him over the next few months securing the holiday of a lifetime. [Travelling to Australia]
Linda Brailsford
Derby
01/08/2019
Ian has been invaluable to me in my search to find the perfect holiday destination for our forthcoming adventure. From alerting us to special offers to planning the finer details including the best flights, arranging airport pickups, booking additional nights and giving us first hand expert knowledge of our destination. I can highly recommend Ian, he truly is a great Travel Counsellor. I can't wait for our adventure to Vietnam this October ! [Travelling to SE Asia]
Karen Todd
Chorley, Lancashire
22/07/2019
Thank you as always for your first class service Ian!! [Travelling to Italy]
Jenny Collett
Solihull, West Midlands
11/07/2019
I have already recommended Ian to a friend. She, like me, has been delighted with the service he has provided [Travelling to India].
Elizabeth Kenyon
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
01/07/2019
Great, have used Ian twice now, to travel to South Africa in October 2019 and Morocco in about a fortnight. He is so helpful, lovely to talk to and nothing is too much trouble, even if I phone him at the weekend. Extremely helpful, can call anytime. [Travelling to South Africa & Morocco].
Gill Jones
Abingdon, Oxfordshire
25/06/2019
Ian is always pleasant, knowledgeable and helpful. He knows his business and nothing is too much trouble. I would certainly recommend him to friends and family. [Travelling to Menorca]
Pamela Williams
London
14/06/2019
Hello Ian, hanks for organising our holiday in Kos, lovely hotel in perfect location and transfers worked well. We travelled around a bit and realised we were in a really good area. Am sure we will be in touch again soon! [Travelled to Greece]
Wendy Gillespie
Waterlooville, Hampshire
06/06/2019
Ian's help, advice and knowledge was very welcome and much appreciated. [Travelled to Venice]
Frances White
Newmarket, Cambs
25/05/2019
Very well taken care of. Attention to detail superb [Travelling to Nepal].
Anne McWilliam
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
18/05/2019
Absolutely first class, personal service! Ian is an extremely helpful, trustworthy, genuine person who you can talk to about all of your travel needs. He’s very knowledgeable and well travelled, which is a huge help when deciding where to go on your next adventure. Thank you so much Ian! [Travelling to Iceland]
Jenny Collett
Solihull, West Midlands
05/05/2019
Excellent service! [Travelling to India]
Gail Osborne
Southampton, Hampshire
23/04/2019
Ian has been so very helpful. Especially as I was having problems with my internet. We spoke at length on the phone. Copy paperwork arrived just in case! Look forward to hearing from him when I need to fill in Indian visa. [Travelling to Kerala]
Anne Butcher
Sheffield
10/04/2019
It’s the first time I’ve used Travel Counsellors and I found Ian to be súper-efficient, helpful and he showed real insight into the destinations I was looking at. He was never overly intrusive and gained my full confidence - first class! [Travelling to New Zealand]
Mark Maddock
Camberley, Surrey
02/04/2019
Thank you Ian, efficient as always! [Travelling to Sri Lanka]
Julie White
Kenilworth, Warwickshire
18/03/2019
Ian is an absolute pleasure to work with. I usually submit a rough remit of the sort of holiday we are looking for and he always comes back very promptly with several options for us to choose from. We have now booked five holidays through Ian and the three we have already taken have exceeded our expectations on location, accommodation, etc. He is keen to share his knowledge and advice which has been invaluable and has an enormous amount of patience when we are making the final tweaks. [Travelling to Sardinia]
Karen Bryson
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
07/03/2019
Ian was tirelessly patient in making sure our honeymoon will be exactly what we want. [Travelling to Scandinavia]
Libby Langley
Market Harborough, Leics
01/03/2019
Thanks Ian for all your patience. Much appreciated [Travelling to Spain]
Ena Eastcroft
Bournemouth
25/02/2019
Ian has been so helpful and dealt with my request in all aspects of my requirements. This could not have been easy as many things changed as we progressed Hats off to Ian and I will most definitely recommend him to my friends when travelling. [Travelling to Spain]
Ena Eastcroft
Bournemouth
25/02/2019
Nothing seems too much trouble for him to investigate. [Travelling to Krakow]
Hilary Joyce
Peterborough, Cambs
06/02/2019
I have already recommended your services to friends. [Travelling to Argentina]
Kathryn Hanks
Riccall, York
02/02/2019
Ian Bisset is always exceptionally helpful and easy to deal with - would heartily recommend. [Travelling to Venice]
Rick Bryson
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
24/01/2019
Ian is always helpful; I have recommended him already. [Travelling to Canada]
Jeane Heap
Hull, Yorkshire
10/12/2018
I wanted to thank you for all your prompt and excellent help with all my queries. I love great service, and that’s definitely what you give.
Charlotta Hickie
Leicestershire
05/11/2018
I would highly recommend Ian my Travel Counsellor for such a wonderful, professional service which I could not fault from first contact. Such a wonderful personal service which you just would not receive from a high street agent. I feel confident in the knowledge that my upcoming holiday will run smoothly and Ian would be a phone call away from sorting out any problem should it arise. He has given me plenty of advice and I feel I am in safe hands [Travelling to Thailand].
Gillian Hall
Riding Mill, Northumberland
25/10/2018
Ian has been brilliant. He has accommodated all the things I wanted and has offered lots of helpful advice (Travelling to Nova Scotia).
Marcia Bradbury
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
11/10/2018
Ian has so much knowledge of the travel industry he will tailor-make your holiday to suit you personally.
Eileen Wright
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
18/09/2018
Very efficient and knowledgeable!
Nina Purbrick
Wantage, Oxfordshire
07/09/2018
Ian has put in a lot of work to try and find me a selection of superb holidays to suit my requirement... I'm so grateful, thank you very much Ian. I would highly recommend Ian to anyone thinking of booking a holiday. An excellent friendly personal service!!!
Jennifer Collett
Solihull, West Midlands
29/08/2018
Friendly, efficient, service. Ian secured the booking and flights I wanted within 24 hrs. [Tour of Central America]
Elizabeth Kenyon
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
15/08/2018
Ian was extremely helpful. I felt that he understood my holiday needs and that nothing was too much trouble. I will use him again and recommend him to my friends. [Travelling to Majorca]
Pamela Williams
London
03/08/2018
Travel Counsellor Ian did excellent work in sorting out my holiday to Malaysia and Burma. The 'my TC ' app is also excellent. All my travel documents and itineraries are clear and easy to see in one place. It's also easy to use, if I can use it anyone can!
Phil Warner
Swansea, West Glamorgan
19/07/2018
Always helpful and courteous and patient!
Hilary Joyce
Peterborough
04/07/2018
Ian could not have been more helpful.
Gail Osborne
Warsash, Hampshire
03/07/2018
Very helpful and efficient as usual.
Dave Cox
Rugby, Warwickshire
14/06/2018
I appreciate the more personal service - the prompt response to queries/booking details and receipt of the documentation.
Catriona Britton
Stockton-on-Tees, Durham
04/06/2018
Ian is easy to talk to, he arranges all the details of a holiday without fuss and is always at the end of the phone to offer reassurance on any holiday matter.
Dawn Rowe
Buckinghamshire
14/05/2018
Ian is amazing. Goes above and beyond and is so helpful and reliable.
Kay Wagstaff
Newcastle
11/05/2018
Ian couldn’t have been more helpful and efficient, As long as the holiday now turns out as planned, I would definitely recommend him to others!
Lisa Timmerman
Foxton, Leicestershire
20/04/2018
Ian is great, coming back with options and suggestions but not coercing me at all. It certainly beats mindless trudging through the internet trying to piece holidays together. I have passed his details on to a friend already.
Linda McKewan
Stirling, Scotland
03/04/2018
I would definitely recommend Ian, and in fact have already done so to a friend who books with Ian as a result.
Elizabeth Vinnicombe
Bognor Regis, West Sussex
26/03/2018
Excellent service.
Mark Benger
Rochdale, Lancashire
12/03/2018
We gave Ian what we thought was a difficult task, trying to arrange a holiday with one in the UK and the other in France, as we weren't having much luck on our own. Ian got in touch, listened to what we did and didn't want, the list was quite long. Within a couple of days Ian had emailed us a list of wonderful cruises that ticked all of the boxes for the sort of holiday we wanted. Neither of us have cruised and Ian is still sending us information of things we need to know, the holiday is not until August. It's great to know that he is just a phone call away for any queries.
Irene Radford
Glinton, Peterborough
13/02/2018
Ian is always very responsive when asked for information or quotations. I would recommend Ian to friends, family or business contacts.
Kathryn Hanks
Riccall, York
07/02/2018
Our trip was amazing. It all went perfectly. The fact that you had checked us in online beforehand was massively helpful and something less to worry about. Your hand written notes and links for the trains were perfect - so much so that another UK couple tagged onto us leaving the airport as they were going to St Moritz too and their travel agent hadn’t given advice or anything! Hotel was fantastic - we literally enjoyed every minute. Again journey back etc was fab. Thank you so much Ian - you have done a fantastic job in making our holiday run smoothly and the travel stress free. I am sure I will be dropping you a line soon to book the same for next year!
Linzie Maycock
Kettering, Northamptonshire
31/01/2018
Very helpful and keeps in touch throughout whole process.
Judith Galloway
Dumfries
14/12/2017
Thank you so much for booking us the holiday of a lifetime. We really appreciate all the effort and time that you took in getting us here: right from the start you have been on hand for everything, nothing has been too much trouble and you've been the best travel consultant ever. I'll most definitely be recommending your services to anyone I can.
Gill Zaturowski
Gisborne, New Zealand
15/11/2017
Like the personal touch and humour! As well as interesting places.
Amy Price
Littlehampton, West Sussex
09/11/2017
It was great dealing with Ian. Service par excellence.
Ena Eastcroft
Bournemouth, Dorset
23/10/2017
I needed to come up with a perfect week's holiday at short notice and Ian worked his magic and found me flights and accommodation in somewhere I have never heard of but when I researched it, it looks like paradise. Kept me up to date throughout what was a very short process due to timelines but I can't thank Ian enough for what is going to be a great family holiday starting tomorrow!
Rob Peters
Sydney, Australia
29/09/2017
Very helpful, and proactive. Had no worries booking; knew it had all been dealt with.
Susan Munro
Littlehampton, West Sussex
22/09/2017
Ian, thank you so much. Once again you have been amazing arranging a holiday for me and my son. Nothing is ever too much trouble and thank you for taking the time to understand our needs and providing recommendations that suit us as sometimes I don't always know where I want to go, just the type of things we enjoy. This is a double thank you for helping me arrange both our next long-haul trip to Malaysia (Langkawi, Borneo and KL) and also our very last-minute adventure trip to North Wales. I am so impressed by the time you take really thinking about what would work for us and for truly going the extra mile, which in my experience has very little traffic on it! I look forward to you helping us plan our next trip. Miss Blyth
R Blyth
Bollington, Cheshire
01/09/2017
Ian took all the pain out of finding me a holiday. Having wasted hours on the internet trying to find a suitable break, I gave Ian a brief remit. He came back very promptly with four options and we went with option one straightaway. Ian did all the booking, sent me the boarding passes, arranged the insurance with a final check with me just prior to departure. The hotel he chose for us was fantastic and the location was perfect - not a location I had previously considered as none of the major sites on the internet gave me that option. I have booked a second trip with Ian and will certainly be using him for our holiday next year.
Karen Bryson
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
25/08/2017
Ian is always very helpful, nothing is too much trouble for him.
Susan Peek
Clowne, Derbyshire
01/08/2017
I've used Ian to book a holiday for May 2018. So far everything has been really good and his service has been excellent. If the holiday is as good as Ian's service then we'll be very happy.
Kathryn Hanks
Riccall, nr York
28/07/2017
Ian is very helpful, knowledgeable and a pleasure to deal with.
Alison Seadon
Stoke-on-Trent
28/07/2017
I've already spread the word, Ian provides a fantastic service.
Kay Wagstaff
Altrincham, Cheshire
14/07/2017
Very helpful - we got excellent service and have got the holiday we wanted; would definitely use Ian again and recommend him.
Ann PUddle
Littlehampton, West Sussex
11/07/2017
Ian was brilliant, he clarified our needs and got the holiday spot on. When it turned out that I had made a mistake with the dates he sorted it all out with the minimum of fuss - or extra expense. Your rating scale should also offer "11 - already recommended", which I have!
Caroline Hunt
Kibworth Beauchamp, Leicestershire
28/06/2017
Just back from the most amazing holiday with my friend, traveling through Transylvania and ending in Bucharest, what a wonderful experience! Many thanks to Ian Bisset Travel Counsellor in Market Harborough, who organised the whole thing, and whose expertise and attention to detail are second to none!!
Diane Robinson
Desborough, Leciesetershire
08/06/2017
Ian went the extra mile to provide reassurance and was extremely thorough and helpful, which was very comforting for my first big trip!
Aileen Chilvers-Grierson
Glasgow
28/04/2017
Vast amount of knowledge and nothing is too much trouble.
John Griffiths
Newcastle-under-Lyme
27/03/2017
I have already recommended a friend to book a holiday through Ian! He has been extremely helpful throughout, and I will certainly continue to recommend him to my friends and family. Great service and peace of mind too.
Lizzie Vinnicombe
West Sussex
13/03/2017
Ian is very experienced in all aspects of travel and will go out of his way to book the deal that suits you.
Eileen Wright
Sheffield
06/01/2017
Very helpful and knowledgeable, would thoroughly recommend him !
Jenni Brown
Leicester
30/12/2016
Ian is so knowledgeable and has a wealth of travel experience himself so is in a great position to offer advice.
Kay Wagstaff
Altrincham, Cheshire
23/11/2016
I am very grateful that Ian is sending me paper copies of all the documentation relating to my cruise as I am completely hopeless with technology and I would be very stressed if I had to print anything myself. First class service indeed, thank you Ian.
Sheila Tanson
Ramsgate
14/10/2016
Prompt response to my enquiry and completion of booking. I was given plenty of information/options when l initiated my request. l was not pressurized in any way. l appreciated the continuity of a 'named' Travel Counsellor.
Catriona Britton
Durham
04/10/2016
On answering my call Ian immediately put me at ease. He helped me through the booking process, explained about the Visa required and optional tours. A successful exchange.
Dawn Rowe
Buckinghamshire
01/06/2016
Personal help by someone with expert knowledge has been wonderful.
Hilary Joyce
Peterborough
29/05/2016
Ian is a lovely guy, extremely helpful and very knowledgeable about our chosen destination. Booking this holiday was a very enjoyable and stress-free experience, can't wait to get on the plane now. Thank you.
Neil Wright
Sale, Cheshire
10/05/2016
Excellent knowledge and service - already recommended Ian to others.
John Griffiths
Staffordshire
20/04/2016
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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.
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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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Ian Bisset