Melanie Kay Johnson

My expertise

South Africa
Portugal
Spain
Switzerland
Europe
Multi - Destination
Australasia
United Arab Emirates

I'm based in

Rossendale

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Honesty, integrity, care and expertise....

My name is Melanie Kay Johnson and I live in Rossendale in Lancashire with my youngest daughter Aimee and my black Labrador Arthur. I have been helping people to plan their holiday dreams for the last 37 years, a career which has helped me share my passion for travel.

In October 2026, I will have been a Travel Counsellor for 22 years. It is the best time I have ever had in the travel industry. Travel Counsellors allows me to share my extensive knowledge with you & personalise your adventures & experiences.

I give the highest possible customer service and to ensure that every travel arrangement meets and exceeds your expectations. Thus, allowing me to turn your dream holiday into reality.
Travel is moving fast & furious again since the world stood still in 2020. Whether it be on trains, planes or automobiles. Cruises, buses or horseback its happening.

I have travelled all over the world including the Far East, Australia, South Africa and United Arab Emirates as well as all over Europe to name but a few. My greatest experience so far was a visit to Johannesburg and the Madikwe Game reserve where I saw the most fantastic animals in the wild. Also I visited the Kruger National Park and travelled to Mpumalanga, White River, Hazey View and God's Window. South Africa is just the most amazing country. One of my favourite place is Switzerland. Summer or winter I love it!
In 2019 I visited California. I stayed in Huntington Beach, Palm Springs and San Diego. This was a first time visit to America for me. I really enjoyed it, so much to see & do for all ages. I took in a visit to the MS Midway which was out of this world & also watched the LA Dodgers play a game.
In March 2020 my friends & I went to New York for the weekend, just wow!! We flew on Aer Lingus via Dublin so cleared customs there, it’s much easier than flying direct into JFK. Lots to say about New York! I can plan the best itinerary for you.
Over the last 6 months I have visited Australia, Turkey, Prague & sailed the Danube on an amazing river cruise
In January this year I travelled to Perth in Australia. My daughter Ellie now lives there pursuing her career as a midwife. My brother & his family have lived there for nearly 20 years.

I also have a wealth of cruise knowledge after sailing on many wonderful ships. Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, MSC, P&O, Regent, Silversea & Seabourn to name but a few. River cruise is one of my new favourite type of cruising. Last year June 2025 I sailed on Brilliance of the Seas to Greece Turkey. Cyprus with all the family.

I have extensive knowledge in long haul travel, round the world itineraries & luxury travel I also specialise in family holidays for all ages.

We have access to state-of-the-art technology including, for you, our fantastic TC App, online account, where you have all your holiday information at your fingertips. I also deal with many tour operators like Jet2, TUI & EasyJet as well as local ground handling agents worldwide to put together a tailormade bespoke holiday personal to you.

So whether your requirements are a family holiday, a long haul trip, a city break UK and abroad, a cruise in the Caribbean, first class flight or a safari, give me a call and I will ensure that it is all taken care of.

If you would like to receive my online newsletter, including special offers (some of which are exclusive to Travel Counsellors) simply send me an email or give me a call.

Thank you for taking the time to visit my web page, give me a call to discuss your next holiday

Mel
Personal Travel Counsellor 38 years expert experience in all leisure travel

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What my customers say

Mel is lovely and hopefully, I messaged Mel in the morning and my holiday was booked the same morning.Excellent experience as always

STEPHANIE FITTON

ROSSENDALE

Professional, knowledgeable, helpful,friendly, competent

HELEN MATTHEWS

ROSSENDALE

Mel is wonderful at coming up with the right package for our family holiday. Can’t thank her enough!

LINDA HEWITT

WIGAN

Very helpful snd feet on the ground advice !

JEAN PROUDLOVE

BUXTON

Very friendly and efficient. Just waiting for my visa now. Will happily do it again

DENISE AINSCOW

BUXTON

Mel is super helpful, very knowledgeable . You can always rely on prompt response. She’ll arrange everything for you - from seats on the plane and check in to contacting hotel if needed - no question is ever too small. The My TC App is very easy to use and have all the docs and payment options for your trip on it.

LUBA KLIMENCHENKO

ROSSENDALE

Mel isn’t just fantastic at her work, she’s organised, understanding, punctual with her responses, and a real credit to her industry.She’s also an amazing person outside of work, which makes all the difference.That’s exactly why we keep coming back to her for our holidays.

CRAIG MELLER

ROSSENDALE

Melanie was very helpful expedtitious and professional

DEBRA DOOLEY

BURY

As always in safe hands with Melanie

CAROLINE MURPHY

IRVINESTOWN

Mel provided travel options and prices tailored to my requests with efficient booking and communication. Thank you!

JULIE WOOD

ROSSENDALE

Booked many Holidays with Mel Different Destinations Wonderful Experiences each Time

JANET MILLS

ROSSENDALE

Mel has been fantastic throughout, extremely knowledgeable and helpful. She certainly has taken the stress out of booking everything and would recommend her services, even to ‘seasoned’ travellers. Thanks once again x

RACHEL POWER

ROSSENDALE

Used Mel a few times for my hols. Great service from start to finish No hesitation in recommending Mel to others

MARK SHEPHERD

ROSSENDALE

7 star service by Mel 7 Star service by Mel. We cannot thank you enough! Travelling around the world could not have been easier! We did not have to worry about anything Thank you Mel

NAPOLEON CHARAKLIAS

BLACKBURN

Always super friendly, great advice and just a pleasure to deal with

ANDRREW LIVESEY

BLACKBURN

Excellent service, above and beyond 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

NATASHA LITWINEKO JONES

ROSSENDALE

Mel is very professional, helpful and friendly,nothing is ever too much trouble. She is efficient and her experience and knowledge of locations and holiday experiences means she always finds me the best deals to suit my needs.

NICOLA HAWORTH

ROSSENDALE

Mel is always amazing and booking a holiday is so easy with Mel.

CHRISTOPHER WALKER

ROSSENDALE

Always knowledgable and helpful all the way through the process. Takes the hassle out of booking a holiday x

JENNIFER FOXCROFT

BURY

Amazing personal service

SAMARA BARNES

ROSSENDALE

Excellent, prompt and very friendly, personal service. Thank you.

JULIE MCARTHUR

BURY

Melanie comes across as a total professional with great knowledge in the travel industry. It's simple to say that's her service is First Class. Martin

MARTIN CUSACK

ROSSENDALE

Amazing service and stress free service by Mel! Can not recommend her enough 100 out of 10!!!

NAPOLEON CHARAKLIAS

WALES

Booked many Holidays with Mel Different Destinations Wonderful Experiences each Time

JANET MILLS

ROSSENDALE

Used Mel a few times for my hols Great service from start to finish No hesitation in recommending Mel to others

MARK SHEPHERD

ROSSENDALE

Mel has been fantastic throughout, extremely knowledgeable and helpful. She certainly has taken the stress out of booking everything and would recommend her services, even to ‘seasoned’ travellers. Thanks once again x

RACHEL POWER

ROSSENDALE

As always in safe hands with Melanie

Caroline Murphy

Irvinestown

Always patient with me, even though I change the goalposts sometimes!! thanks Mel a true star.

Jane Bragg

Wakefield, Yorkshire

Good to have the knowledge of an experienced travel counsellor for recommendations and advice.

Denise Tate

Blackburn

Truly great service and always goes the extra mile. Have recommended a number of times now and others also loved the experience. Will never go anywhere else

Andrew Livesey

Blackburn

Mel is just brilliant, she will take into account everything we want in our holiday, provide all the options and find it at a great price

Lauren Taylor

Rossendale, Lancashire

Fantastic, helpful service from Mel. Nothing is too much trouble. Highly recommend.

Kirsten Gibson

Bury, Lancashire

Stress free process, never booked a holiday so easy! I'd recommend Mel to anyone.

Harry Howe

Blackburn, Lancashire

Mel organized everything I have been wanting for my trip to South Africa and more! Couldn’t have asked for a better experience, so excited for this trip Thank you Mel for organizing!

Louise Monk

Blackburn, Lancashire

We always use Mel to find us a holiday. We usually have no idea where to start and she quickly finds us somewhere suitable and in budget!

Natalia Myerscough

Bury, Lancashire

Melanie has made the whole daunting experience of booking a holiday for a family when one member has access needs an absolute pleasure. I have full confidence that melanie understands our needs. She listened to what we needed and asked all the right questions to ensure we have booked the right holiday. We will definitely be using melanie again. I cant imagine booking with anyone else .

Sarah Roberts

Ramsbottom, Lancashire

Melanie has arranged several holidays for me. I have always found her to be extremely helpful and very professional. I have recommended her to friends and family members.

Trisha Hill

Windsor

As always the perfect planner for any trip

Caroline Murphy

Brookeborough Northern Ireland

Absolutely amazing Travel Counsellor, I have used Mel for every holiday I have booked over the past 10 years plus.

Lucy Mellor

Rossendale

Some seem to be happy to arrange their own trips on the internet by themselves. Too bad, but it's their choice. For us, each trip is different, and we always have requests that need made-on-measure actions, thank you very much Melanie.

Michael Guilas

Cleethorpes

Truly professional service and always willing to help provide a perfect holiday. Would recommend always and don't intend to book elsewhere again.

Andrew Livesey

Blackburn

Mel is a fantastic Travel Counsellor, I have booked that many holidays with her I've lost count! She has also booked holidays for family members and friends. I will continue to use her in the future. Thanks for all your help over the past 9 years x

Lucy Meller

Rossendale

I have recommended Melanie many times to friends. The service she provides is both professional and personal. Nothing is too much trouble. We look forward to our next holiday.

Myra Miller

Lancashire

I would not hesitate to recommend Melanie, she is efficient, knowledgeable and always provides service with a smile.

Angela Bailey

Lancashire

I come back to Travel Counsellors time and time again. The reason being is Melanie. Nothing is ever too much trouble, and her customer care is second to none. You have a real treasure there and I hope she is valued by your company. Once again a big thank you!

Deborah Mason

Staffordshire

I always use Melanie to look for and book any overseas holidays however large or small. The requests have varied from a family holiday in Menorca, booking flights for 22 passengers to Barcelona and more recently a family holiday to Barbados. Mel has always offered advice and her help has been much appreciated. I would and have recommended Melanie and Travel Counsellors to friends.

Jane Bragg

Wakefield

My experience with Melanie Kay Johnson has been faultless. From the day we started to look for our holiday best advice was given for years. Her knowledge & patience is outstanding! I have recently booked again to go with my daughter & know we will experience a fabulous time. I definitely will always be booking my holidays with Melanie - which I have passed on to friends & family, also my clients.

Jillian Szucs

Lancashire

Just wanted to say thanks ever so much for all your help throughout the enquiry process, all your advice when we had booked, and even whilst we were on holiday! Your customer service, knowledge, and response time to our questions, was superb. We can't thank you enough for all your help! We had a great holiday, and lovely wedding. Our wedding day was amazing, and a day we will treasure forever. We wouldn't hesitate to book another holiday with you, and will recommend you to our friends :-)

C Moore

Wolverhampton

Once again, I have been thoroughly satisfied with the service provided by Melanie in connection with my recent trip. She is always efficient, knowledgeable, courteous and helpful. I will certainly continue to use her services for future trips and have no hesitation in recommending her work.

Charles White

Bury

We wouldn't have a moment's hesitation in recommending Melanie. Her professionalism and knowledge is second to none. From the sorting out of queries regarding places to visit, to travel arrangements to return home. Her knowledge is immense and over the years she has helped us plan short and long haul holidays with enthusiasm. She is truthfully a very personable Travel Counsellor.

John Miller

Warton Lancashire

As always Mel's service is excellent and she is always available to answer questions, which is why I recommend her to my friends and family.

Michelle Jones

Ramsbottom

Melanie has provided fantastic service on numerous trips. She originally organised our honeymoon and put together the most fantastic and memorable trip. Since then no enquiry of ours has been too big or small for her, from the odd long weekend away to longer holidays. She is always able to offer some insight into locations, either through her own knowledge base or via her colleagues.

David Tolputt

Milton Keynes

I booked a special holiday to celebrate my mum's 80th birthday in Dubai. I have used Melanie on several occasions and have found that she will go that extra mile to make sure everything goes according to plan. I have no hesitation in recommending Melanie and I have to my friends and family.

Philip Daynes

Bury

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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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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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