Michael Martinez
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Sandhurst
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My name is Michael and I am a Personal Travel Counsellor based in my home town of Sandhurst, Berkshire.
I am looking after my home town and all the surrounding areas, so places such as College Town , Little Sandhurst, Owlsmoor , Crowthorne, Bracknell, Wokingham, Reading , Windsor, Maidenhead , Slough , Newbury , but also across the border into Surrey and places such as Camberley, Bagshot, Chobham, Virginia Waters, Sunningdale, Sunninghill, Ascot, Lightwater, Chobham, Woking & Guildford
A personal Travel Counsellor works very much the same as having your own personal trainer, or personal accountant. I look after all your personal travel requirements and ensure your holiday plans are taken care of with good old fashioned service that is second to none.
I have over 35 years experience within the Travel Industry and have a real passion for it. Whether you are looking for a short break in the UK or are planning that all important Round the World tour i am more than qualified to help you achieve this. I have travelled to many different destinations during my time in the industry, so therefore i am more than capable to help you.
Whether you are travelling with family and friends, near or far, i will embrace your requirements with enthusiasm, professionalism and a genuine caring manner
I have direct access to all the worlds airlines a varst array of cruise companies and hotels throughout the world enabling me to find last space availability and the best rates to fit your travel needs.
First hand knowledge ensures customers receive honest reviews and unbiased suggestions on accommodation and a wide variety of destinations. Holiday time is very precious, so getting it right for you, is always our first priority.
However, you won’t pay a premium for this as I will always ensure i deliver on value. And I'll do my best to provide you with attention to detail and good customer care.
Prior to joining Travel Counsellors I worked for various different travel companies and have built up over 25 years’ experience in the travel industry.
I worked for British Airways Travel shops for a number of years. After my time at both London airports I returned back to work for several different independent travel agencies in the Surrey/Berkshire. This is where I built up extensive knowledge of building bespoke travel itinerary’s for my customers.
I have a passion for travel and love being given the opportunity to help clients find arrange any trip or holiday. I can help with a complicated round the world trip, a cruise, or weekend away in the UK or Europe or even a package holiday. You’d be hard pressed to find something I can’t help you with. As I work as part of Travel Counsellors I benefit from their buying power and strong relationships with top suppliers. The fact that I am independent also helps to ensure that I recommend a trip that’s right for you as I’m not tied to booking any one supplier or tour operator, like many of the high street agencies. You don’t need to spend hours searching online for a good deal.
Destinations that I have been fortunate to visit are USA, Florida, Iceland, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, many parts of Spain including the popular Canary Islands, Gibraltar, Austria, Switzerland and Denmark and on-board one of Cunard’s Luxury Seabourn Cruises.
I believe that I can offer an efficient and professional service and would welcome you to give me the opportunity to put my words into practice. I strongly believe that good customer service is incredibly important and can make your holiday as special as it should be.
Should you have any travel itinerary that you are thinking about and require help or advice please do not hesitate to either call or e-mail me the details. I will of course do my best to obtain the most competitive deal I can through the vast choice of suppliers/ tour operators/airlines, and cruise companies that I have access to.
I look forward to hearing from you
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The Delightful Island of Jersey in the Channel Islands
Jersey is an island waiting to be discovered. Imagine beaches washed clean by the tide, fresh sea air and barefoot paddling in the shallows. Imagine a weekend of waking up to views of cliffs, sea and sky, with the promise of bright and breezy beach walks in Jersey’s sunlight. Imagine a place where you can be together in the warm summer sun. A place where you’re free to reconnect and revitalise
21 Oct 2018 4 min read
Rome - 12 hours visiting the Eternal city
I had an amazing time in this wonderful city and would love to share the information with you all. I was fortunate enough to be invited by the lovely specialist tour operator called Citalia to visit Rome known as the Eternal City and although I had visited the city once before, it was some years since I had last been. An early start meant that I was on the very first flight EZY8251 that Easy
27 Jul 2017 5 min read
Disneyland Resort Paris - A truly magical place for both young & old
My journey began at St Pancras International terminal in London for my trip on the Eurostar train bound for Marne La Vallee Chessy station at Disneyland Resort Paris. Check-in and security procedures ran smoothly and there are always a good number of Eurostar staff on duty to help with any needs or questions you may have. Once on board the train you can sit back and relax and enjoy the ride! Th
23 May 2011 4 min read
Mediterranean Cruise - Aboard Seabourn Legend
This was a dream come true to be able to experience the service and be aboard a 5 star luxury cruise in the Mediterranean - The Seabourn Luxury Cruises are part of Cunard and really do live up to top quality at its best. We flew to Barcelona in Spain from where we would join the cruise, it had already been cruising in the Mediterranean for a week and myself and the group would be joining it o
03 Aug 2009 3 min read
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Why use a Travel Counsellor
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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