Melanie Dalgleish
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Todmorden
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It's Nice To Meet You
I’m Melanie, an independent Travel Counsellor based in Todmorden, West Yorkshire. I live here with my husband and our two dogs, Evie the Golden Retriever and Orsa the Bernese Mountain Dog, who are usually happiest out on long countryside walks.
I have over 12 years’ experience in the travel industry, with a strong background in complex planning and logistics. While much of my career has been spent arranging corporate and group travel, my passion is now firmly focused on creating thoughtful, beautifully planned leisure trips. From once in a lifetime honeymoons and special celebrations to slow, restorative escapes, I design travel that feels effortless and personal.
I joined Travel Counsellors because I don’t believe in off the shelf holidays. No two people travel in the same way, and the best trips are built around your pace, your priorities and what matters most to you. I take the time to truly understand what you are looking for and then tailor every detail to suit, combining personal service with expert knowledge and trusted global partners.
When you book with me, you gain a calm and capable travel partner who takes care of everything behind the scenes, allowing you to relax and enjoy the experience from the moment planning begins.
By working with me, you can expect someone who genuinely listens and designs trips around you, pays close attention to the details that make a difference, and removes the stress from planning, booking and travelling. I work flexibly beyond traditional office hours and am on hand should plans change or the unexpected happen. You also benefit from the full backing of Travel Counsellors, including 24 hour support and industry leading financial protection for complete peace of mind.
Whether you are dreaming of a romantic escape, a special trip with friends or simply a holiday that feels seamless and well thought out, I would love to help bring it to life.
If you would like to chat about your next trip, please do get in touch. I would love to hear your ideas.
Travel guides
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Why More People Are Choosing Experiences Over Checklists
There was a time when travel was all about ticking destinations off a list. Visit Paris, see the Eiffel Tower, take a photo, move on to the next country. I did exactly that myself when I was younger on a European coach tour with a group of other 18 to 30-year-olds! We had an amazing time and those iconic sights will always have their place, but there's a real shift in what many travellers are look
16 Jul 2026 3 min read
Why Azamara is Perfect for Travellers Who Want More Than a Cruise
When most people think about cruising, they picture enormous ships packed with waterslides, theatres, go kart tracks and endless onboard entertainment. For many people, that's exactly what they want from a holiday, but not everyone cruises for the ship. One of the biggest things I took away from learning about Azamara is this: The ship can enhance the holiday, but it doesn't mean it should BE the
12 Jul 2026 3 min read
Why Book with a Travel Counsellor?
With so many booking websites, comparison tools and AI travel planners available, it's easy to wonder whether there's still a place for a travel agent. I completely understand why people ask the question. On the surface, it can seem quicker to book everything yourself. But in reality, most of my clients don't book with me because they can't do it themselves. They book with me because they don't
09 Jul 2026 5 min read
Why Norwegian Cruise Line Is One of the Best Cruise Lines for Solo Travellers
For many people, travelling solo is something they've always wanted to do, but taking that first step can feel daunting. Will I feel awkward eating alone? Will everyone else be in couples or families? Will I end up paying significantly more because of single supplements? These are all questions I hear regularly, and they're exactly why I think Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) deserves a special mentio
07 Jul 2026 4 min read
How We Spent Our Amalfi Coast Honeymoon (And Why We Didn't Stay in Positano)
When we told people we were honeymooning on the Amalfi Coast, we were always asked: ‘Are you staying in Positano?’ Actually, no…. and if (when) we go back, we'll make exactly the same decision. Here's how we spent our honeymoon exploring one of Italy's most beautiful coastlines, along with a few things we'd do differently next time.
07 Jul 2026 6 min read
Lapland for Adults
When most people think of Lapland, they picture excited children meeting Santa, families wrapped up in matching snowsuits and Christmas music playing everywhere at all times. And they’d be right. But after visiting Rovaniemi myself with a friend, I realised Lapland is seriously underrated as a destination for adults too.
17 May 2026 4 min read
Vietnam Trip
I was recently lucky enough to be taken on a tour through Vietnam on a FAM trip with G Adventures and National Geographic. Vietnam is a destination that is hard to summarise. It was the most chaotic place I have ever been, but in a great way. There were still plenty of peaceful moments and every place we visited felt completely different from the last. It is such a varied country and I always felt
03 May 2026 6 min read
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Chairlift
Views from the chairlift in Anacapri
07 Jul 2026
Arctic Forest
Arctic Forest
17 May 2026
Marshmallow Toasting
Marshmallow toasting at Santa's Pets
17 May 2026
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Let's plan your dream trip together
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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