Laura Sharples
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Your Personal Travel Counsellor & Disney Ambassador
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My name is Laura Sharples and I am an enthusiastic, passionate independent Travel Counsellor with over 15 years of experience in creating holidays for my clients. Over the years I have planned everything from family package holidays and luxury getaways to honeymoons, cruises and multi-centre itineraries for a wide variety of very happy customers. I absolutely love creating Disney adventures and honeymoons in particular, and feel very privileged to be trusted with such special trips.
I chose to join Travel Counsellors because it allows me to give every booking the time, care and personal attention it deserves. No two trips are the same, so I take the time to really understand you and your plans. Whether you are looking for expert advice, great value, or a completely bespoke itinerary, I will research and plan every detail so you can start enjoying your holiday from the moment it is booked.
I go the extra mile to tailor-make all types of holidays. I can build everything into one seamless trip or provide individual elements if you simply need flights, attraction tickets, hotels, car hire or travel insurance. I search through hundreds of options and combinations to find the right fit for you, and can also package holidays with your favourite tour operators.
I am proud that much of my business comes from word-of-mouth recommendations and repeat clients. I have received many 5* reviews and lovely testimonials from customers who value the time I spend listening to their wishes before creating their perfect travel plans.
Having a large family myself, I truly understand how important holidays are for making memories together. We are always planning our next adventure. As a family we have travelled widely across Europe on city breaks, beach holidays and cruises. We absolutely love Disney. We have visited Florida, combining the magic of the parks with a relaxing stay in Miami, Cruise or Beach break and Disneyland Paris is a real family favourite. We have been many times, with different ages and group sizes, so I can offer first-hand advice on what works best for each family.
Menorca is my favourite Balearic Island. I have been holidaying there since I was 9, it genuinely feels like our second home. Florida is another destination close to my heart and I love putting together multi-centre trips, especially those that include Disney. I take great pride in tailor-making Disney holidays to suit each family’s specific needs and travelling style. I am also proud to be a Travel Counsellor Disney Ambassador, in recognition of my experience and dedication to planning Disney holidays.
My own travels have taken me further afield too: I have explored parts of Africa and the Caribbean, enjoyed luxury cruises around the Mediterranean and Caribbean, cruised along part of the Nile and even been inside the Pyramids of Giza. I have climbed Dunn’s River Falls in Jamaica and visited Stingray City in Grand Cayman. These experiences mean I can confidently recommend destinations, cruises, excursions and hotels, and match you with the type of holiday that feels just right.
I have a huge passion for cruise holidays in particular, and I love experiencing different ships so I can understand which ones will best suit my clients, whether you are travelling as a couple, a family, or a group.
You can contact me at a time that suits you: by phone, email, Teams, or in person if you are local. I always aim to respond quickly and make the whole process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
I look forward to doing the hard work for you and removing any of the hassles you may have experienced when booking holidays in the past. My promise is to get to know your likes, dislikes and travel dreams, then use that insight to create your perfect trip.
I cannot wait to help you plan your next adventure.
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Our Magical Disney World Adventure: August 2023
August 2023 brought our family of five—myself, my partner, and our three children aged 19, 15, and 13—to Disney World for a thrilling 10-night stay at the Caribbean Beach Resort. From the moment we arrived, the vibrant atmosphere and tropical vibes set the stage for an unforgettable adventure. We kicked off our trip at Magic Kingdom, where we tackled classic rides, captured photos in front of Cind
31 Oct 2024 5 min read
MSC Bellissima
Wonderful New Ship! Lucky me got to go and be one of the first to sample the wonderful new MSC Bellissima ship. We pulled up into the car park and the size of the ship astonished me! Its huge! Embarkation was very easy - printed ticket, passport and that’s all I needed. They took my photo and gave me my room card and tracker bracelet. I had downloaded the app (MSC for me) so just needed to
04 Mar 2019 5 min read
Family fun in London
FFor Bank Holiday weekend we decided to choose to go to London on the train and spend a few days seeing the sights! We stayed at the Radisson Blu Bloomsbury which was a great location, only 10 minutes’ walk from Euston Station and only 10 minutes’ walk to Oxford Street, the hotel was clean, and the children loved the free sweet stand in reception. We had both of our rooms upgraded too - the roo
22 Jun 2018 5 min read
Perfect mini break Disneyland Paris
My family of 5 with children (14,10 and 8) visited Disneyland Paris in February 2018 for the 12th time! We stayed for 4 nights on the 2 nights free offer and flew from Liverpool with private transfers to get us to our hotel. This was our first time staying at the Newport Bay and had upgraded to the Compass Club. The hotel has been refurbished fairly recently and it was immaculate. Very nautical
20 Jun 2018 5 min read
Perfect Family Holidays
Menorca is my happy place. It is a perfect, scenic relaxing island, ideal for families of all ages and sizes. You will find lots of two bed accommodation here, some three bedroomed and lots of villas. I have been going here for over 25 years and as a child I experienced so many happy holidays. I made friends who I met year after year again and again and played all day in the sun, on the beautif
07 Oct 2017 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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