Kirstie Thompson
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Cousland
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Hello, I'm Kirstie. Thanks for taking the time to visit my webpage.
If you are hoping to create lifelong memories without the stress of planning, you have come to the right place. I have a wealth of experience in the travel industry and can use my own professional expertise and contacts, along with my access to a global network of over 2,000 Travel Counsellors to turn your dream trip into a reality and ensure everything goes smoothly from the moment you get in touch, to the moment you return home.
I am lucky enough to live just outside of the beautiful city of Edinburgh with my four youngest children, our family dogs and pet cat. I am perhaps even more lucky to truly love my job and what I do, helping my clients acheive their dream holidays and trips, making it easy and stress free for them and I feel especially lucky when clients share their beautiful trips with me. As well as my passion for travel, I am dedicated to customer service, so it really does fill me with joy to know just how much clients have enjoyed their trips and knowing they have made memories that will last forever.
My office is in my home, as I work flexible hours to suit my clients, including evenings and weekends. I am truly independent and have access to all of the very best suppliers worldwide, so I can help personally tailor your next trip. I am available, personally, along with the dedicated 24/7 Travel Counsellors Duty Office, so a real person who cares is always there if you need someone or have any question at all at any time, including whilst you are away. I will always go the extra mile for any of my clients.
Could your next trip be a stunning beach holiday, a totally unique off the beaten track adventure, a city break, cruise, honeymoon, retirement trip or even a group or extended family trip? I'd be delighted to help you. Why not get in touch today and we can start planning?
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Snorkelling The Silfra Fissure
I have wanted to snorkel in The Silfra FIssure, the only place in the world where you can snorkel between two continents and touch them both at once, ever since I knew it existed. I'm not a particular fan of snorkelling (and definitely not a fan of getting cold!) but have done a few resort dives and snorkels over the years and something about the photos I had seen of Silfra had drawn me in. It loo
23 Feb 2023 5 min read
Cappadocia, Turkey
I hadn't actually heard of Cappadocia until I began working at Travel Counsellors. It came up during some training and I was immediately in awe of this unique and special place. The lunar-like landscapes you can see there are formed by years of erosion and extreme weather conditions. (Cappadocia is beautifully hot in Summer, but usually sees snow in winter!) I've never been a fan of heights, but t
27 Mar 2021 5 min read
Seven Incredible National Parks Across The USA
Whether you want to go hiking, discovering wildlife, just take in the dramatic scenery or even take the perfect selfie in one of your bucket list travel spots, the USA's National Parks have something for everyone and are perfect for adult only trips or families alike. 1. Big Bend National Park Texas Big Bend is a hidden gem around four hours south of El Paso in Texas. The winding drive to get t
28 May 2020 5 min read
Holidaying With A Child With Additional Needs
I have a now sixteen year old son with additional needs. He has Down's Syndrome. Naturally, because of this and because he attends a school for pupils who have additional needs, I speak to lots of other parents whose children also have additional needs and it has really made me realise over the years how different this situation is for each parent and how the needs of our children vary. How for so
12 May 2020 5 min read
Never Considered Berlin? Here's Why I Love It...
I had never really considered Berlin for a city break, so when my partner suggested a few nights there in March, I'll admit I searched every other possible city in Europe to try and find somehwere else, but ultimately, Berlin offered great value and he was so keen I found it hard to say no. So, we booked... Where to stay? Berlin has some fantastic hotel, from modest budget offerings to out and
22 Feb 2020 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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