Katie Lomas
I'm based in
St Ives
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I'm Katie, based in St Ives, Cornwall. I joined Travel Counsellors back in 2006, after 9yrs working for a local independent travel agency. So, you can consider yourself in safe hands as I have been busy creating amazing holidays for my clients for the best part of 30 years! During this time, I have indulged my own passion for travel and can offer first hand personal knowledge of a whole host of popular holiday destinations, including:
THE CARIBBEAN (Barbados, Antigua, St Vincent, St Lucia, Grenada, British Virgin Islands, Cuba, Dom. Republic, Cayman Islands, Bermuda & Mexico/Riviera Maya) - MIDDLE EAST (Dubai, Qatar & Abu Dhabi) - INDIAN OCEAN (Mauritius & the Seychelles) - THE FAR EAST (Malaysia, Thailand & Vietnam) - AFRICA (Morocco and The Gambia) - THE USA (Las Vegas & New Orleans) - EUROPE (Portugal, the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands, Madeira, Malta/Gozo & Iceland) & EAST ASIA (Japan)
Customer service is firmly at the heart of what I do. Your holiday is as important to me as it is to you. I promise you will receive the highest level of personal service & 100% honest/impartial advice when you enquire & book with me. I will always take the time to listen to your personal needs and use this information to craft your perfect holiday.
I offer fully ATOL protected packages & bespoke holidays at a competitive price, with every detail tailored to your needs. I understand that not everyone is free to discuss their travel arrangements during regular office hours. So, I am always happy to offer flexible appointment times to discuss your holiday requirements at a time to suit you.
I have access to Travel Counsellors innovative technology, which along with my destination knowledge helps me to search through hundreds of different flight, accommodation, transfer, and excursion alternatives on your behalf. Why waste your time trawling endless webpages, contact me and outline your preferences and I will be able to recommend the most suitable options for you to consider.
My skill set is very advanced when it comes to crafting complex multi-centre itineraries. I have experience in organising group tours, ocean & river cruises, and independent self-guided itineraries, by road or rail. Perhaps you have always dreamt of travelling around Canada, Australia or New Zealand, or maybe you want to explore Costa Rica, the USA or the Far East but don’t know quite where to start … don’t worry, this is my favourite kind of holiday to design, I would be delighted to assist : )
Give me a call today and let’s see where in the world it takes us!
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Hello Japan! A Journey Through Culture, Chaos & Calm with Inside Japan Group
Tokyo: First Impressions & Zenvibes We kicked things off in Tokyo’s Asakusa district. Where honestly, I was expecting chaos, but instead I found calm. Peaceful streets, a gentle rhythm… totally unexpected vs. my preconception of what the city would feel like. Enter Carlo, our local Insider guide, who showed us the softer, greener side of Tokyo. Think tranquil gardens, sleepy residential alleys
30 Jul 2025 5 min read
Bermuda ...Paradise Found
Despite being the oldest British Overseas Territory, Bermuda is often not a destination requested by many UK holiday-makers. Having been invited to experience what this tiny cluster of islands has to offer by the Bermuda Tourist Board, I was keen to see if there was any reason for it being overlooked? I also wanted to see if the rumours were true that Bermudian men only wear shorts!!? With a
24 Sept 2015 5 min read
Vietnam (Part 1) - Saigon City Sights & Mekong Delta Delights
Holidays to South East Asia are certainly growing in popularity, so I was thrilled to have the opportunity to visit Vietnam and discover a small slice of what this amazing country has to offer. Our journey began with Emirates Airlines on their A380 from Heathrow, with a welcome upgrade to Business Class on the connection to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). It was great to stretch out on flat bed se
31 Mar 2014 5 min read
Vietnam (Part 2) - Imperial Hue, Magical Hoi An & Chilled out Da Nang
Continued from Part one: Our final day in the Mekong started early - at 6am to be precise! It was time to immerse ourselves in the atmosphere of Can Tho Floating market. Here we witnessed the local community going about their daily business, shopping and haggling for fruit, vegetables and other essential supplies. I am glad we set off so early actually as there were lots more tourist boats arou
27 Mar 2014 5 min read
Mexico ... Relaxing in the Sun
This year we opted to spend our two weeks in the sunshine at Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort near Puerto Morelos. It proved to be a great choice for all inclusive family fun. We flew with British Airways non-stop from London Gatwick and as Jon had celebrated a special birthday earlier this year we treated ourselves to seats in Premium Economy Class. It’s definitely a more comfortable option and w
24 Nov 2013 5 min read
The Cayman Islands … Paradise with a Sophisticated Twist
I have travelled extensively throughout the Caribbean within the past seven years both for work and pleasure, but The Cayman Islands was a first and it exceeded my expectations as a fabulous alternative to the more well-known islands. Lying just south of Cuba, the islands of Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac benefit from tropical weather, accommodation suiting all budgets, plus a wide
17 Jun 2013 5 min read
Iceland - Land of Fire, Ice & The Northern Lights
My husband Jon has had a long standing desire to try and see the Northern Lights. In early December of 2011 that wish finally came true! We flew to Reykjavik for a three night break in the cold and snow (at this time of year dawn breaks at 10.30am and the sun sets at 4pm) so it was a little like being in the twilight zone! We stayed at the Reykjavik Centrum hotel, right in the heart of the down
19 Dec 2011 5 min read
St Vincent - Pure Bliss!
As the weather in the UK changed from autumn to winter it was high time for a family holiday in the sunshine! We have become real Caribbean Junkies over recent years – the warm weather, relaxed atmosphere and of course, the rum punch, are all big selling points! This year we opted to stay at Buccament Bay Resort on the island of St Vincent. The resort opened during summer 2010 and is now fully
28 Nov 2011 5 min read
Morocco - Magical Marrakech
I am finding myself being asked regularly these days to recommend slightly more unusual city break destinations. Many people have already visited European cities located closer to home, and are looking for something new and more exotic. So when I was given the chance to experience Marrakech for myself I was keen to find out what this Moroccan city had to offer. We stayed at Club Med La Palmerai
07 Jul 2011 5 min read
British Virgin Islands - The Secret Caribbean
My journey started with a non-stop flight from Gatwick to Antigua, then an internal flight with LIAT (nicknamed “Leave Island Any Time”) which made a couple of stops en-route to Tortola. Finally, a 40 minute ferry transfer to the island of Virgin Gorda. Make no mistake - these islands are not easy to reach. But although the journey was long, it added to the anticipation that I was going somewhe
15 Dec 2009 5 min read
St Lucia – Laid back Caribbean Vibes
St Lucia was a great choice of destination for my family, as the island had something to offer for all of us. I love going somewhere hot in the winter, my husband Jon likes to get out and about and explore, and our daughter Kira is a bit of a waterbabe, so a decent swimming pool is all she asks for! St Lucia delivered all of our wishes and more besides; we had a wonderful holiday here and found
31 Oct 2008 5 min read
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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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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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