Jo Powell
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Hello and welcome to my personal world of travel.
Travel has been a big part of my life, both for work and pleasure. I’ve enjoyed travelling extensively worldwide and I have over 30 years’ experience of working in travel, both in the UK and overseas.
There is a wealth of choice out there and it can sometimes be daunting to research and book your holiday – that’s where I come in and take all the hard work away from you. I can tailor make any trip you wish - multi-centre itineraries and destinations are my speciality and I work with fabulous overseas partners who care about your holiday as much as I do!
From your initial conversation with me, I will take the time to listen to you and ask questions that will help me determine what you want from your holiday. I can also add in all the extras you may need - airport car parking, transfers, vehicle rental, rail journeys, theme park and attraction tickets, travel insurance – the list is endless, but it’s about making your trip as individual and complete as you want.
I believe passionately in making travel inclusive for everyone, regardless of ability. If it’s possible to get somewhere in the world, I will not only get you there, I will make sure you have the very best experience possible. Whatever your additional needs or requirements are, I can arrange them.
I have also skied for over 20 years, so if it’s a ski holiday you’re looking for, you will know that you’re talking to someone who speaks the right language!
Being a Travel Counsellor means I am completely impartial and independent and not tied to any particular travel companies or airlines and you can rest assured that your holiday or trip is protected by our ATOL licence and also the Travel Counsellors Financial Trust. Booking with me will also give you access to 24-hour support in the event of any difficulties.
So, if it really is the personal touch you’re looking for, please give me a call or send me an email, I’d love to hear from you.
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Namibia part 2!
Another hour’s flight took us to the coastal town of Swakopmund, so interesting to see from the air, as it’s surrounded by desert on all sides. If you look to the west, the next stop is South America! The town was colonised by Germany in the late 1800s and then taken over by South Africa, gaining its independence in 1990. German architecture is subsequently to the fore here. It’s a very relaxed to
20 May 2020 5 min read
Namibia
I’ve been fortunate to visit Africa on a number of occasions – a safari/beach combination in Kenya and several trips to South Africa, incorporating safari, city and winelands. But I hadn’t returned in over 15 years, so it was with great excitement that I set off on an 8 night trip to Namibia in December. Namibia is easily reached with a connecting flight from Johannesburg to Windhoek, or, depen
20 May 2020 5 min read
Update!
Having been a Travel Counsellor for nearly 15 months, I am amazed at the developments that have happened since I started. The IT team constantly work on refining our Phenix booking system (and, having installed two systems in my previous lives, I know how difficult it is to satisfy everyone!) to ensure we have the best platform to work on, which ultimately benefits you, the customer. Through this,
06 Mar 2019 5 min read
Singapore
Singapore was the last stop on our whirlwind tour which started in Perth, headed to Brisbane and then home via Singapore. With just 30 hours here before the flight to London, we hit the ground running! First stop was the Marina Quay, home to The Shoppes, a huge shopping mall with luxury brands and home to the most iconic of all Singapore hotels, the Marina Bay Sands. Singapore is famous for its ni
04 Dec 2018 5 min read
Bustling Brisbane
Brisbane may be a busier city than Perth, but the locals are just as friendly and helpful and rightly proud of their city. With summer temperatures of around 30C, dropping to only 18C in winter, Brisbane life is lived outdoors. Situated on the Brisbane River (the longest in South East Queensland), it flows through the city, with plenty of businesses and bars and restaurants on its edge. Much of th
02 Dec 2018 5 min read
What to do near Perth
One of the musts when visiting Perth, is Rottnest Island. Easily reached on the ‘Rottnest Express’ in just under 90 mins, you pass down the Swann River with informative and often hilarious commentary, past Fremantle, before heading across the Indian Ocean for just 20 minutes to reach the island. Originally a prison for Aboriginal prisoners, it became a holiday island in 1903 and, after being requi
25 Nov 2018 5 min read
Perth
Perth is situated on the Swann River and surrounded by beautiful beaches. It’s a very attractive city, being mostly low-rise buildings apart from in the business districts and with plenty of vegetation and easy to navigate around. Getting around Perth is easy, with free buses offering a hop on, hop off system. The locals like to describe it as the ‘sunniest Australian capital city’ and indeed s
25 Nov 2018 5 min read
Tips for first time skiers
Nothing is more exhilarating to me than a ski holiday. The opportunity to escape the English winter and get some fresh air, exercise, good food and have a serious laugh with my ski buddies starts to overwhelm me the moment the clocks change at the end of October and I find myself checking snow conditions and forecasts several times a day on the resorts’ apps. For those of you who haven’t ski
23 Aug 2018 5 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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