Karina Bawler
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Cardiff
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Let me turn your holiday dreams into reality. I have a lifelong passion for travel and for years I immersed myself in anything travel related, gazing at travel brochures, reading journals and researching up-and-coming destinations. Now I get to do this for my customers, which is why I love my job!
I’m fortunate to have travelled extensively visiting multiple destinations including Australia, South Africa, The Gambia, Zanzibar, Mauritius, the Maldives, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Borneo, Thailand, USA, multiple Caribbean Islands and much of Europe. My absolute favourite part of the world is the Maldives and I have extensive knowledge of the atolls and their islands. As a PADI certified scuba diver, I can advise on some top diving destinations. I also specialise in family travel, having holidayed extensively with my two young children: my eldest began international travel at eight weeks old!
Let me take away the stress of holiday planning and do the research for you. With access to hundreds of suppliers using our award winning technology, I’ll save you hours of precious time trawling the internet. I can book anything from pre-packaged tour operator products to tailor-made itineraries. My research skills are second to none and I treat every customer’s travel plans with the same meticulous attention to detail as if they were my own. From seeking out the best accommodation in top quality locations, to securing fantastic prices, if it exists then rest assured I will find it! What’s more, everything booked through me has 100% financial protection, and I’m available evenings and weekends, something you won’t get from your local travel shop.
School travel is one of my strong points; I can create itineraries for student groups of any size. Before becoming a Travel Counsellor I taught Geography for 14 years. I organised domestic and overseas educational visits for groups of up to 200 pupils and have a Field Studies Council Fieldwork Competence certificate.
For corporate clients I offer personalised business travel with an unbeatable level of service. I have a fast response time and can secure flights and accommodation at competitive rates, making it easier for you to take care of your business.
So whether you want a luxury beach holiday, exclusive honeymoon destination, ski trip, city break, cruise, safari, educational visit, corporate travel or a family friendly getaway, I'm your fully independent, personal travel expert. I can organise flights, transfers, travel insurance, car hire, and tickets to most attractions. No matter what size your travel plans, whether you know exactly what you want or need inspiration, I am here to help.
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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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