Mel Hartley

My expertise

Adventure Travel
Ocean Cruise
River Cruise
Tailor-made travel

I'm based in

Manchester

Available for new enquiries

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My name is Mel and I have over 35 years experience in the travel industry, predominantly with a high street agency, and I simply love working in travel.

Being part of Travel Counsellors and running my own Franchise from home makes me so proud. I am now able to deliver my personal expertise and as Travel Counsellors is completely independent I am free to tailor make exactly the right holiday to suit you, from a weekend break to a trip around the world.

I don't just work nine to five, working from home allows me to be there when you need me, backed up by the support of head office and the best technology available.

We operate a Financial Trust which means that everything you book through the company is 100% protected against supplier failure.

No enquiry is too big or small so please contact me and experience the service with a difference, as your personal Travel Counsellor I do care.

“Of all the books in the world, the best stories can be found between the pages of a passport” – Saber Ben Hassen



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Universal Orlando

Universal Orlando

For all those thrill seekers and adrenaline junkies out there, Universal Orlando is the place for you. There are three amazing parks to choose from - Universal Studios, Universal Islands of Adventure and Volcano Bay waterpark. Universal Studios Harry Potter fans will love Diagon Alley, , Escape from Gringotts ride and Hogwarts express - the fabulous train ride that takes you over to Island

28 Jun 2018 3   min read

Top 10 things to do with Kids in Abu Dhabi

Top 10 things to do with Kids in Abu Dhabi

Only a seven-hour flight from the UK, this Emirate makes for a unique and thrilling holiday destination with kids. Pick from world-class theme parks, activity parks and water parks, desert excursions and incredible wildlife sightings – all in a setting of near-constant sun shining down on pristine beaches. We’ve shared our top picks for the best activities to do during your family holiday in Abu

18 Jun 2018 3   min read

Is your holiday financially protected?

Is your holiday financially protected?

Booking a holiday and then counting down the days until you can set that ‘out of office’ on your work email account is one of the most exciting times of the year, isn’t it? We look forward to making those memories for so long. But how protected are you? And how much do you really know about it? Having the peace of mind that no matter what, your holiday is safe is priceless and it’s not somethin

10 Jun 2018 6   min read

Educational Flybe/Travelcube

Educational Flybe/Travelcube

We were met by Laura Jurgens Regional Sales Manager Flybe north and Andrea Parkinson Travelcube Retails Accounts Manager North at Manchester Airport. After a smooth check in we proceeded to the Flybe lounge - the best way by far to start any holiday or Business trip, nice seating and comfortable atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle. Our Flybe flight was Excellent and although it only too

01 Sept 2011 4   min read

What my customers say

I was still on the phone with Mel and she found me at least three viable options. When the number of travellers changed, she adjusted the tickets accordingly. Mel also answered all my questions about flights in view of the trump Iran war. I am confident in her service as always. I’ve used Mel’s services on and off for over ten years and it has always been effortless on her part.

Janeann Nuttall

Stockport

Mel was very good friendly and supportive, she explained everything so we understood, She is always at the end of the phone when we need any questions answered, We would definitely go with Mel for all our holiday bookings from now on. We have recommend Mel to all our Friends and Family. G&L Roberts

Glyn Roberts

MANCHESTER

Mel was extremely helpful, her response times where brilliant and she has booked us the holiday we where looking for, I would definitely recommend her

Francesca Broadhurst

MANCHESTER

Mel is so patient, helpful and nothing feels like too much trouble to ask. She efficiently and quickly responds to requests, shares her experience and expertise making choosing and booking a holiday a much easier and enjoyable experience. Thanks Mel, for taking interest and time to respond to meet our requirements. In a travel world of endless choice, Mel filters helpful options, tailored to our interests, age and budget making the start of our holidays part of the adventure.

Janice Brockbank

Cumbria

Mel was friendly helpful and nothing was too much trouble 😍

Julie Turnbull

Timperley

Mel at Travel Counsellors is simply the best and the only person u need to call when thinking about booking a holiday anywhere.

Diana Linnane

Kent

I am so pleased, Mel has just taken all the stress away after searching for hours for the perfect holiday. Already recommended to family

Jayne Bartram

Cheshire

Mel is a very reliable and capable Travel Counsellor. We have always been able to rely on her experience and knowledge to assist us in a varied amount of situations regarding travel.

David Brown

Cheshire

Mel takes the stress and hassle of sorting out your holiday, friendly & professional service always.

Ruth Watts

Sale

We liked the way you made sure we got the cabin we wanted and the way everything was set out plainly on paper for us. Thank you so much

Audrey Corrigan

MANCHESTER

Mel has been very attentive to our specific requests and has adjusted our itinerary accordingly. We were thinking of organising the trip ourselves but the reassurance of booking via Travel Counsellors has been very worthwhile.

David Mole

Surrey

So easy to understand ,explain everything so clear,and got the patience of a saint, which is needed amongst our crowd. We will be booking again.

Kenneth Bergin

MANCHESTER

Mel is brilliant. Sorted my holiday and even added to the booking when things had changed whilst she was on her family holiday. Excellent service as always

Faye Doyle

Urmston

A great personal service. Takes all the stress out of searching for stuff yourself, but you’re not pressured into stuff you don’t want. Great communication by either email or phone calls. Mel just wants you to have a great holiday and gets enthusiastic about getting you what you want at a price you can afford. I would thoroughly recommend to family and friends.

Karen Saunders

Manchester

Mel is a great Travel Counsellor. Even when you don’t know where you want to go she’s great at finding you the right destination. Her communication is brilliant.

Sarah Dutton

Timperley

From the start Mel has gone above and beyond to ensure that the best possible holiday has been found and that every detail has been covered correctly, I will definitely be looking to Mel to book our future holidays

Claire Graham

MANCHESTER

Mel was very friendly helpful , professional and patient I Would use Mel again And recommend Mel to family and friends.

Helen Connor

Manchester

I am so very grateful to Mel Hartley she took all worries off me. She is so very professional and so very helpful, goes above and beyond. I would definitely recommend travel counsellors.net to all my friend and colleagues . In fact two people have asked for her contact information for future help.

Sylvia Blackey

Cheshire

Always brilliant advice and service , spot on service

Sonia Murphy

Sale

Mel was fantastic in assisting me in finding the perfect place to spend my birthday in Thailand, I would highly recommend both her and travel counsellors to anybody looking at booking their next holiday!

Elliott Whightman

Stockport

Fantastic service and added information up to departure, EXCELLENT!

Roy Cook

Heaton Moor

Mel , is always so helpful ensures that the trip is right for you and always goes the etxra mile - thank you as always ,nothing is too much trouble

Joanne Farley

Altrincham

Excellent service nothing was to much trouble

Liam Connolly

Altrincham

Very knowledgeable and personable. Excellent service.

Matthew Cook

Manchester

Perfect hasle free ??

David Watson

Chorley

Excellent service for our group, and very patient !

David Dalton

Manchester

Melanie was more than helpful finding us a great deal to suit our budget . She communicated effortlessly and came back to us with lots of options making the whole experience stress free . We’d definitely be using her expertise in the future

Tracey Isherwood

Timperley

I have already recommended mel to friends

Yvonne Chambers

Manchester

Mel was very friendly and efficient. She took on board my long list of criteria and met every single one. It completely took the stress out of booking a holiday and now I can simply sit back and count down the days! I have already recommended her to several friends and family :)

Natasha McCrone

Lancashire

Great service as always

Tennant Daniel

Manchester

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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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