Marco Williams

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I am a Bedfordshire-based Travel Counsellor, dedicated to creating tailor-made journeys with a truly personal service at their heart.

With decades of travel experience, I offer independent travel advice that puts my clients’ needs first and takes the time to really understand what matters most to them.

With a mother who was a proud daughter of Sicily, and an employment background that had me travelling across much of the globe - even living in Hong Kong during the 'Handover', I specialise in bespoke holidays and complex itineraries; in the Far East, Italy and Egypt, to name a few.

I handle every detail: from flights, accommodation and private transfers to airport lounges and handpicked experiences.

My clients value the reassurance of having one trusted point of contact, along with 24/7 support when plans change.

Whether it is a luxury family holiday, an unforgettable honeymoon, a once-in-a-lifetime trip, or a seamless business journey, I focus on saving your time, reducing stress, and adding value at every stage.

As a Travel Counsellor, I offer genuine care, expert knowledge and financial protection for complete peace of mind.


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Why Sicily should be on everyone's bucket list

Why Sicily should be on everyone's bucket list

Some places linger in your memory long after you return home: Sicily is one of them. The largest island in the Mediterranean, it is a place of dramatic contrasts: smoking volcanoes and turquoise bays, crumbling temples and chic seaside towns, rustic trattorie and elegant wine estates. For clients who love history, food, wine, scenery and authentic culture, Sicily offers all of it in one unforgetta

30 Apr 2026 5   min read

Florence, the Jewel of Tuscany.

Florence, the Jewel of Tuscany.

Florence is one of those rare places that stays with you long after you have left. It is a city where every turn seems to reveal another masterpiece, another view over terracotta rooftops, another tucked-away trattoria serving something simple and unforgettable. For me, Firenze is not just the capital of Tuscany, it is the beating heart of Italian art, history and everyday life, all wrapped into o

27 Mar 2026 5   min read

Rome, the eternal city.

Rome, the eternal city.

Rome, known as the 'Eternal City,' offers an experience like no other and its popularity is well-deserved. As Italy's vibrant capital, it effortlessly blends its storied past with the lively pulse of a modern metropolis, making it a destination that draws travellers from all over the world.

04 Mar 2026 5   min read

A Medieval Gem for an Unforgettable City Break

A Medieval Gem for an Unforgettable City Break

Imagine stepping into a living fairy tale, where cobblestone streets wind past medieval buildings, serene canals reflect gabled houses, and the air carries the faint sweetness of fresh waffles. Welcome to Bruges, or in Flemish, “Brugge”, (pronounced with a hard guttural ‘G’) - Belgium’s enchanting “Venice of the North.” A city that effortlessly blends history, culture, and culinary delights into

25 Feb 2026 5   min read

Why Turin is the Perfect Italian City Break Destination!

Why Turin is the Perfect Italian City Break Destination!

As Italy's fourth-largest city, Turin boasts an impressive setting with a backdrop of the Italian Alps, and added to that, it's the capital of the Piedmont region, which is renowned for its food. So, whether you are a gourmet weekend getaway adventurer seeking to taste the city's world-class food, a history enthusiast interested in discovering the city’s rich heritage, or a slow explorer seeking

17 Feb 2026 5   min read

Why not spice up your next holiday?

Why not spice up your next holiday?

Many think of Grenada as just one island, but it comprises 3 islands: Grenada, Caricou and Petite Martinique. It’s a place where a turquoise sea, meets pristine beaches of both black and white sand. It also has a riveting history - Grenada retains a colonial charm, that is evident not only in the vibrant culture and traditions of its people but also in the eighteenth-century architecture, that s

06 Nov 2023 5   min read

Is Qatar the new Dubai?

Is Qatar the new Dubai?

IS QATAR THE NEW DUBAI? It certainly has ambitions to take over Dubai as one of the 'winter sun' destinations of choice, for the British travelling public. Strategically located at the crossroads of East and West, Qatar is an average of 6-7 hours away from major international hubs. But for those who want to escape to somewhere warm, Qatar is an ideal getaway for many reasons. And whilst Dubai rema

30 Sept 2023 5   min read

Take A Walk on the Wild Side

Take A Walk on the Wild Side

Take a Walk on the Wild Side in Remote Namibia Regarded by Lonely Planet as ‘Africa for beginners’, Namibia has been rising in popularity as a destination for curious travellers - and it’s easy to see why. As the safest country on its continent, Namibia is a land of contrast. The breathtaking desert comes to life under endlessly expanding starry skies. You can experience ancient tribal history o

07 Sept 2023 5   min read

Kerala's Backwaters are truly one of the 10 paradises of the world.

Kerala's Backwaters are truly one of the 10 paradises of the world.

When I mention India to my clients, they usually tell me that their first thoughts are of the Taj Mahal, the hot bustle of Mumbai or Delhi, the Golden Temple of Amritsar or the Rose Palace of Rajasthan. The classic tour of India often includes many of these destinations and sights. But in a country so vast, not surprisingly, it has numerous hidden gems, that many miss, and one of these is the ‘Ba

04 Aug 2023 5   min read

'Benvenuto' to the beguiling islands of Ischia and Capri

'Benvenuto' to the beguiling islands of Ischia and Capri

Whilst the Italian islands of Sicily and Sardinia are fairly well known within the UK market, less well known are the two beautiful islands of Ischia and Capri. Both islands lie at the entrance to the bay of Naples, and both have a unique identity and history. (By the way, in Italian, the emphasis is either on the first or middle syllable, never at the end – so it’s CApri and not CaPRI and ‘ch’ i

04 May 2023 5   min read

The Best Cities to Visit in Portugal

The Best Cities to Visit in Portugal

Portugal is among my top recommendations in Europe, whether you’re looking for a couple’s break, a family holiday, a foodie experience, a cultural escape or a beach getaway. And while it’s perhaps best known for the many Blue Flag beaches of its sun-drenched Algarve region, I also think it’s the perfect spot for a city break. Porto: It would be hard to dream up a more romantic city than Porto. T

10 Mar 2023 5   min read

Discover and explore fascinating Sardinia

Discover and explore fascinating Sardinia

Sardinia has some of the dreamiest beaches you’ll find in Europe. But there’s more to Sardinia than just beautiful beaches. There's something about Sardinia that sets it apart from the large number of holiday islands that scatter in the Mediterranean. As DH Lawrence put it - rather succinctly. “Sardinia is different”. Ever popular with Italian Tourists, it’s not at all mass market, in the way so

20 Feb 2023 5   min read

Step back in time to discover enchanting Puglia

Step back in time to discover enchanting Puglia

Puglia, renowned for its "Trulli" as well as its great wines and food is a true gem of a region. Undoubtedly, the land of the sun and sea. It is the “heel” of the Italian boot that looks out over the Mediterranean Sea, meeting the Adriatic Sea on the east side and the Ionian Sea on the west side. Now one of the most famous of Italian regions, it has everything an Italophile craves in abundanc

16 Feb 2023 5   min read

If you're going to South East Asia, don't miss out on Singapore

If you're going to South East Asia, don't miss out on Singapore

Nowhere else in the world is quite like Singapore. Located at the southernmost tip of the Malay Peninsula, the tiny (slightly smaller than New York City) island is a towering city-state of superlatives. But let’s dispel the first myth; it’s a city of not just one island. You may not know, but Singapore’s land area includes 64 offshore islands that surround the main island. These include Sentos

15 Feb 2023 5   min read

What my customers say

Family Singapore & Bali Trip: Marco arranged the trip of a lifetime for our family, taking care of all aspects of our trip to Singapore & Bali. Everything was taken care of, and nothing was too much trouble; we felt valued and looked after throughout the whole experience.

Tim Wall

Barton-le-Clay

Hi Marco, I’m back at work this morning after 3 days in Barcelona for ISE. I realise this was a very small booking for you; however, it certainly did not reflect the level of care and attention you provided from start to finish. The trip was seamlessly organised, something I would have struggled to do on my own. You even went the extra mile of making sure I had checked in on the airline's app, and was aware of the changes to the flight details. Thank you for your professional care and attention on this booking. I would have no hesitation in booking via you again rather than attempting this myself. Many thanks, Ian Abrahams, Director, The Treacle Factory Limited

Ian Abrahams

Luton

Wanted to let you know how lovely the hotel is. The rooms are perfect with the linking door - spot on! Tony says this morning that you are amazing! ?? All the snippets of information you’ve given us are so super useful. Appreciate it so much. Colette

Colette Sumner

Hitchin

I have nothing but praise for you and TC, Marco, we had a wonderful time and everything was either amazing or dealt with really well, so thank you. We are truly grateful for all the care, organisation and service that you have provided us.

Matthew Hoddinott

Milton Keynes

Marco has been amazing from the very first holiday inquiry I made. I had no idea exactly what type of holiday I was looking for and Marco patiently walked me through my options. He was always open and honest about what my budget could buy and helped make my dream holiday a reality. Marco has always answered all my correspondence quickly and effectively, always keeping me up-to-date. No request of mine was ever too much trouble to deal with and he happily tweaked details until we had created the perfect trip. Thank you for all your time and help.

Tanya Sumner

Stowe

My husband and I had previously engaged the services of a larger corporate company for our honeymoon. I then met Marco at a networking event and I am so pleased I did. Marco not only put together the most incredible package options for our honeymoon, but he did it in record timing, at a competitive cost and also gave us an experience we didn't realise was an option. I wouldn't hesitate to come to Marco again in a flash. I have already told so many friends and family about what he did for my husband and me. We had the best holiday we have ever had and part of that was due to the planning Marco did for us. The whole process from picking our locations, transport and hotels to the board basis and paying for the holiday was brilliant. Marco helped us all along the way and even let us know about potential weather warnings in case we were not aware. In case this helps anyone think about booking a holiday through Marco we went to Abu Dhabi and the Seychelles.

Courtney L'homme

Leicester

Marco recently sent my mother and father to Venice. They were both thoroughly impressed with the choice of hotel and ‘James Bond esque’ ferry ride to the island. I would definitely recommend!

Jacob Wood

Luton

Marco is a highly professional provider of travel. He organised our trip to Bruges, Belgium, for a group of 12 and provided a most enjoyable experience, it was a fabulous weekend. Thank you, Marco! I have been repeatedly impressed by his expert knowledge in the hospitality and travel sectors. Any company wanting to have an outstanding service from a business travel expert should talk to Marco. Not only is he dependable but Marco will not hesitate to tell you how things really are to help you avoid unpleasant surprises when travelling abroad.

Olivier Carion

Harpenden

Marco was great at helping us find a great holiday in Turkey. He was really patient with all our queries. It was simple to book and we found the whole process really easy.

Guy Duffy

Droitwich Spa

Marco booked a holiday for us to Turkey. His knowledge and professionalism are amazing. He made everything so easy. Massive thank you from us.

Steve Bowie

Corby

Could not rate Marco highly enough. He spent time listening to my requirements and budget and was so speedy with coming back to me with options. Nothing was too much trouble and we found the perfect holiday for us in the end....he was very patient with me being picky and did not go over my budget. Our holiday was perfect and the extra messages from Marco offering help with anything and counting down the days until we went was a lovely touch which you don't usually get with a big company. On arrival home, we had a lovely thank you card waiting for booking with him. Great service from start to finish and will be using Marcos's service for our holiday next year!

Danielle Khan

Milton Keynes

Marco found us an amazing place. Miller’s Retreat in Somerset. It’s so fab I’d like to move in permanently. So clean, modern and toasty warm! We are looking forward to using the on-site spa too. Might even try out our hot tub! Thanks so much for finding it for us and for the great service. Really appreciate it.

Georgina Duffy

Droitwich

Dear Marco, Just a quick note to say how pleased Louise and I were, with the first-class service you provided for our holiday in Crete. It was a very uncertain time to be travelling abroad, with the ever-changing Covid restrictions, and you went out of your way to keep us updated, with links to 'passenger locator forms', and Covid insurance policies, which really put us at ease. You promised us a 5-star all-inclusive, and we certainly got that! Everything was as you explained and even better than we expected! We hadn't been away for over 18 months, and it was great to be in the Mediterranean sun and enjoy the local cuisine - and fantastic wine! I would have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone who wanted a hassle-free, bespoke holiday. Thank you again for looking after us so well. Rob Jones Director Maintenance Services Electrical Ltd Brixworth, Northampton

Rob Jones

Brixworth, Northampton

Marco, I am writing to thank you for your excellent services and expert advice in organising my recent business trip and the long weekend visit to Paris. I had to visit a client, where we have installed a new phone system and I was there to train the company. I needed to be there for 2 complete days and wanted to go on a Friday, leaving the weekend free for some sightseeing, and be back to the client on Monday. You took this brief and, with only the client's address in central Paris, expertly put together a hotel & flight package. You also kept me abreast of all the Covid rule changes which were going on at the time, some of them changing just as I was about to board the aeroplane. I know I would have made a mess of the arrangements and was pleased I could hand over all the arrangements to you. I have no hesitation in recommending you to organise and arrange any business or leisure travel arrangements in the future. Yours sincerely Pritesh Ganatra. Managing Director. BTS (UK) Limited Northampton

Pritesh Ganatra

Northampton

Dear Marco, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the excellent work you did finding my flights to Cape Town. It has been 4 years since I was last home, and with all the disruptions in life over the past few years, it has not been possible to visit my parents. It has also highlighted to me how important spending time with family really is. I had looked for flights, but they were all at 'silly' prices. I called you, (which is what I should have done at first!), explained what I was looking for, and you responded quickly, not only with the flights that got me home when directly, when I needed to be there, but were only £20 more than I paid 4 years ago, going via Dubai! I will be recommending you very highly to everyone I know who is making travel plans. The service and professionalism are exemplary. Your sincerely Gareth Leven Charles Derby Mortgage Bureau Milton Keynes

Gareth Levene

Milton Keynes

Dear Marco, I would just like to say thank you for making the booking of our holidays so simple. We told you what our requirements were, and you found various options for us to look at. You gave us information about each option and links to find out more. Both hotels looked great, and we are really looking forward to finally getting away. Moreover, you have always been available to answer my questions, and after the last few years with Covid, we really feel confident to go away - knowing you are always there if we need help. We will definitely book with you again and I would not hesitate to recommend you to others. Kind Regards Lucie & Chris Howard Leo Bookkeeping Services Ltd Olney - Milton Keynes

Lucie Howard

Olney, Milton Keynes

Thank you, Marco! You saved me time and money - and my sanity. Looking at our family trip to Australia and working out how to make the flights to three areas of the country over Christmas and New Year, was more than a little overwhelming. It was great to be able to pass it over to you, knowing that you could sort out flights and accommodation, where needed. The advice you offered for passports and visas was valuable too, as again, you saved me time trying to decipher different processes and procedures on various websites. Kind Regards Sarah West Office Manager Acorn Commercial Finance Northamptonshire

Sarah West

Sywell, Northamptonshire

Dear Marco, My wife Melanie and I, would just like to drop you a few lines in appreciation and thanks for our recent trip to London you organized for us. I didn't have the time to hunt through websites to book hotels and theatre ticketing sites, to arrange a special birthday treat for Melanie. So it was fabulous that we were able to call on your expertise to book the package for us. You sent tickets to see 'Mamma Mia', in advance, and the hotel you chose was ideal for shopping and with easy access to restaurants. We would have no hesitation in planning a holiday with you in the future, and we have already booked a family holiday to Lanzarote with you in the New Year, which we are looking forward to immensely. Once again, thank you for your service. Kind Regards Andy & Mel Parker Directors of Parkers Decorating Limited Northampton

Andy Parker

Northampton

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Welcome to Japan

Welcome to Japan

Japan is a fascinating destination that seamlessly weaves together its ancient history and cutting-edge modernity.

02 Mar 2026

Imagine stepping out of your cosy cabin into a world of pure white silence.

Imagine stepping out of your cosy cabin into a world of pure white silence.

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11 Feb 2026

Welcome to Indonesia

Welcome to Indonesia

A country of geographical extremes, and undoubtedly one of the world’s most complex nations.

11 Feb 2026

Indian food is not all about 'curries.'

Indian food is not all about 'curries.'

As in Europe, the food differs considerably across this great sub-continent.

10 Sept 2024

Explore the Fjords of Norway

Explore the Fjords of Norway

Famous for its fjords, Viking legends, thriving cultural heritage and quaint fishing villages, Norway is a land that's worth exploring.

10 Sept 2024

Ras al Kaimah

Ras al Kaimah

Ras al Khaimah boasts 65 kilometres of coastline, much of which are mangroves teeming with fish and flamingoes.

10 Sept 2024

Explore the untouched beauty of Sri Lanka

Explore the untouched beauty of Sri Lanka

From the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress to the wildlife of Yala National Park, every moment is curated for an unforgettable experience.

10 Sept 2024

A real adventure holiday

A real adventure holiday

There's nothing as inspiring and as exciting as a Kenyan Safari. You'll create memories that you'll treasure for a lifetime.

16 Mar 2024

Colourful India

Colourful India

India; A destination where all the superlatives in the world are not enough to describe it.

15 Mar 2024

Sky Safari in Kenya

Sky Safari in Kenya

Kenya is the Africa of your imagination. Planet Earth on an epic scale. A place that fills your nostrils, kisses your skin and tingles your spine.

01 Dec 2023

Vespa Tour of Ha Noi

Vespa Tour of Ha Noi

There's only one way to sight see in Ha Noi. And that's the way the locals get around. Not by bus, or even car. But riding on the back of a Vespa.

01 Dec 2023

The Serengetti

The Serengetti

Tanzania offers some of the richest and most rewarding safari experiences in the world.

01 Dec 2023

Saadani Natinal Park - Tanzania

Saadani Natinal Park - Tanzania

The park is home to about 30 species of large mammals including elephants, lions & buffalo. Elephant sighting here is spectacular.

01 Dec 2023

Yosemite National Park, CA U.S.A.

Yosemite National Park, CA U.S.A.

Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, towering granite monoliths, deep valleys and ancient giant sequoias.

23 Jul 2023

Las Vegas has more to offer than just gambling!

Las Vegas has more to offer than just gambling!

If you thought Las Vegas was just for hardened gamblers, you'd be wrong. The city and resort have so much to offer, not just in the city, but outside too!

23 Jul 2023

Luxury Lodges of Australia.

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18 Apr 2023

People love the Philippines

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ANANTARA HOTELS, RESORTS & SPAS

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Your honeymoon is the icing on the wedding cake. Let me tailor it to you personally.

Your honeymoon is the icing on the wedding cake. Let me tailor it to you personally.

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If you thought Dubai was just about sun and beach... Think Again!

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Egypt's many treasures

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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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