Jo Sumner

My expertise

Australia
New Zealand
Africa
South Africa
Adventure Travel
Private Tours
Multi - Destination

I'm based in

East Grinstead

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Our time on this amazing and wonderful planet is precious and the memories created through travel will stay with you forever.
As a personal travel agent creating and booking unique tailored travel experiences for my clients, it is more than just visiting a destination, it's about uncovering the extraordinary corners of the world, forging connections with diverse cultures, embracing wildlife, and immersing ourselves in breathtaking landscapes. Whether it’s a relaxing luxury beach break in the Maldives, exploring national parks on an epic road trip across USA or cruising amongst icebergs in the Arctic, I can find the right trip for you.
I have over 15 years’ experience in curating unforgettable journeys, specialising in adventure and touring with an emphasis in off the beaten track travel and immersive and authentic experiences that support the local communities, preserve the environment and safeguard wildlife.
As part of Travel Counsellors multi award winning global network of independent travel consultants I have access to an extensive range of travel suppliers and offerings. Every arrangement made through me benefits from full protection under ATOL and the Travel Counsellors Financial Trust. Furthermore, my round-the-clock support ensures your peace of mind throughout your entire journey.
I am committed to providing a good value with a high level of customer service that you won’t find on the high street or online. From your initial inquiry, to the moment you return home, I manage every aspect of your travel. From conceptualizing and researching your dream trip to tailoring the arrangements to your unique requirements and preferences.
An enthusiastic explorer myself I am always looking for inspiration and experiences that transcend the ordinary. My own travels have and continue to be, epic!
I have stargazed from the summit of Mauna Kea volcano on Big Island, Hawaii.
Watched delicate wisps of vapour, trail from the summit of Mount Everest.
Kayaked amongst pristine blue icebergs in the Valdez region of Alaska.
Had the thrill of drinking in a bar with Basil, a wild hippo, in Kafue NP, Zambia.
Awoken to the most amazing sunrise of Monument Valley from the top of Hunts Mesa in Utah.
Listened in awe at the amazing bird song on New Zealand’s Ulva Island.
These are some of my amazing experiences and memories that I have to share with clients, friends and family.
Everyone's perfect trip is unique, I take great pride in delivering a service that matches your unique requirements. You could take many hours to source the pieces of your perfect trip online yourself, but why have the hassle? I can deliver you an amazing itinerary without the need to compromise on protection, personal service or expertise and give you great value for your money. It would be my pleasure to play a role in enriching your life, to contribute towards building new and amazing memories for you by tailor-making your perfect travel experience. Whether it is for work, relaxation, adventure or a special event in your life the possibilities are enormous, and the experiences extraordinary!
Please contact me by phone or email, I look forward to hearing from you!

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What my customers say

Jo Sumner is the best. Constantly listening to ones needs and ensuring she gets the booking you require. Full of expert and knowledgeable advice and goes over and beyond to look after one.

Jane Sterck

Emsworth

Right from the start Jo has offered excellent advice and support. She really knows the details from personal experience and takes note of our personal preferences and needs. Nothing seems to be too much trouble. She is also excellent at communicating and keeping us in the loop about what is happening.

Michael Hart

Hampshire

Jo is professional and incredibly helpful. She takes all the worry out of booking a holiday and couldn’t do more to make the process as easy as possible for the customer

Emma Storer

Pulborough

Jo was wonderful, she organised my trip to China in 24 hours. I couldn’t have done it without her. Highly recommend. Takes the stress out of travel booking!

Pat O'Toole

Lewes

Jo has been absolutely fantastic at organising everything that we required for our trip to Australia. We cannot thank her enough for her patience and hard work

Nicholas Woodham Jones

Tunbridge Wells

Jo always goes the extra mile. I know Cruise companies can be very difficult and frustrating to deal with, Jo always gets the desired result.

Simon Winfield Freed

Sussex

Jo has been very patient with us, her help and communication is excellent, she has taken on board all our queries and amendments and has provided extra information including literature and online links to help us get the best from our trip.

Tamsin Webb

West Sussex

Jo was very efficient, and communicated all the relevant information in a clear and precise manner .She was attentive, and went the extra mile to book my flights, as we had a limited window .A very pleasant experience. I would highly recommend her.

Rasshied Din

Chelwood Gate

Jo was happy to help will all aspects of our booking. This made us feel relaxed and confident booking with her.

Simon Winfield-Freed

Brighton

Fantastic to have an expert guide me thru and make all the arrangements of a fiddly trip. Highly recommended

Mark Shayle

LEWES

We would absolutely recommend Jo - actually we already have! Jo has been brilliant throughout - she really cares about ensuring you have the most incredible holiday and goes above and beyond to make that happen. We will definitely be using Jo again!

Emma Wiltshire

West Sussex

Jo has been incredible at arranging our month trip to Vietnam, Cambodia & Singapore. The attention to detail & support creating the tailor made trip has been incredible. Our experience has without question exceeded our expectations & we will not hesitate contacting Jo in the future to organise more dream holidays. Thank you so much! It’s very much appreciated.

Tara Willmott

Fareham

Jo has been amazing at helping us find the perfect holiday. She has been communicative and flexible, and even able to keep the planning a secret from my other half (as its a surprise for him!!). I HIGHLY recommend Jo!

Lindsay Browning

Wokingham

Jo was really proactive in making recommendations for our US trip, this is our biggest holiday ever and 100% trust that it's going to be amazing due to the amount of research and detail Jo has gone into to make it so. She was always quick to respond, and listened to our needs and any small changes we wanted to make were no problem.

Kirsty Spain

Sussex

Jo’s attendance to detail was excellent and she kept us informed of what she was able to arrange and what she had arranged at every stage. She was very easy to communicate with and responded to queries immediately.

Sylvia Finch

Hampshire

Jo is very approachable and takes on board her clients wishes and requests. She finds the best solutions to issues and ensures it meets her clients budgetary expectations. Thoroughly recommend her .

John Wallingford

Caterham

Jo is alway consistent and looks after our interests. Which can not be said about Agents at other companies. Thank you Jo.

Nicholas Granville

Brighton

Jo has been wonderful arranging a trip to our specification. This is third time lucky as the first 2 attempts were scuppered due to the pandemic. Jo listens and puts a lot of work into making the trip personal, any questions or queries were always addressed quickly too.. Just looking forward to taking the trip now. Thanks Jo for all your hard work!

Jane Evans

Hampshire

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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.

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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.

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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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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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