19 August 2025

Experiencing the Qatar Grand Prix: Formula 1 in Doha In November 2024, I had the chance to experience the Qatar Grand Prix, one of the most exciting events on the Formula 1 calendar. Set against the stunning backdrop of Doha, the race combined high-octane action with world-class hospitality — and it’s safe to say the whole weekend was unforgettable. Staying in Style – The W Hotel Doha Doha is kn

19 August 2025

In March 2025, we travelled to Northern Iceland for three nights of adventure, culture, and breathtaking scenery. Based in the towns of Akureyri and Siglufjörður, we explored fjords, waterfalls, geothermal spas, and enjoyed unique experiences like husky sledding and snowmobiling. And to make it even more magical — we were lucky enough to witness the Northern Lights on two evenings during our stay

16 August 2025

Do you know who is booking your holiday? These days, lots of people call themselves “travel agents” as a side hustle. But travel isn’t a hobby, it’s people’s hard-earned money and precious time. And when things go wrong, missed flights, hotel issues, last-minute changes, you need more than someone who dabbles on the side. You need a professional. People often think that because they like to tra

04 December 2024

I’ve just returned from an incredible Formula One Grand Prix weekend, and I can tell you firsthand—it’s an experience not to be missed! The energy, excitement, and seamless organisation made it unforgettable. Discover Doha: A Year-Round Destination with Something for Everyone Welcome to Doha, Qatar – a vibrant city that blends traditional culture with modern luxury, offering unforgettable experi

02 October 2018

To celebrate my daughter Megan’s 21st birthday, her Godmother and I planned an unforgettable trip along the West Coast of the USA. From buzzing cities to breathtaking national parks and coastal wonders, it was the perfect blend of adventure and celebration. San Francisco Our journey began in San Francisco. A little cooler than expected, but we wasted no time in hopping on a cable car to Fisherm

21 March 2017

Scotland is renowned for many things; bagpipes, castles, beautiful scenery, serene lochs, and of course being the home of golf! In fact there are over 500 golf courses in Scotland so it would take you a few years to play them all! We spent a week in St Andrews whilst my son took part in a golf competition, and when he was on the fairways we visited the surrounding areas. St Andrews itself is a

13 December 2016

In November I was invited on a trip to take in the sights of Marrakech. With only a three hour flight from London, this is an ideal short break destination but as I soon found out, there is also plenty to do for a longer stay. The snow-capped Atlas Mountains are a stunning backdrop for this buzzing sprawling city. The walled Medina houses the Jemaa El-Fnaa Souks. A maze of colour, noise and s

07 July 2016

Budapest! The home to some incredible buildings, a beautiful river and chimney cake! I went with a group of friends to celebrate a big birthday. The weather in April was lovely and we were surprised to find 't-shirt' weather. When we arrived, we checked in and then headed straight out to do an open top bus tour. I always find this helps to get your bearings and is a great way to chec

07 July 2016

In May 2016, I was very lucky to be part of a team of Travel Counsellors that travelled to Mauritius and stay at the beautiful Beachcomber Paradis Hotel. We flew out with Emirates Airlines and were lucky enough to experience business class on the A380 out of LGW. We were treated so well, and I would really recommend Emirates Airlines. Paradis Hotel is one of 8 Beachcomber properties in Ma

07 April 2015

Along with five friends I flew to Delhi where we spent two nights and days exploring this fascinating city of two halves. We visited the famous Red Fort in the heart of Old Delhi which once was the most opulent fort of the Mughal Empire, the Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the world and The Raj Ghat which is the location of Gandhi's cremation. New Delhi was built in true colonial

07 October 2014

After a very comfortable 13 hour flight we landed in Colombo. We took a short transfer to the 4 star Jetwing Blue Hotel in the beach resort of Negombo. After a good night’s sleep we headed to Anuradhapura, en route visiting Pinnawela elephant orphanage. It was fascinating watching these magnificent animals being washed in the river and then seeing the babies being fed with bottles. For a small fee

02 April 2014

I have recently returned from South Africa on an educational of a lifetime. I joined seven other Travel Counsellors and David from African Pride on an adventure that took us to the wine lands, Cape Town and then onto Kruger National Park. Our first night was in Franschhoek, which is about an hour’s drive from Cape Town and we stayed at the stunning La Residence. It is truly a beautiful hot

30 October 2012

I recently travelled to Tuscany where we stayed in the 3* Hotel Villa Ricci in Chianciano Terme. This is a great location to use as a base for exploring the area. We visited Montepulciano, which is famous for being used as a location in the 'Twilight' films. It is a beautiful city and well worth a visit for its lovely little shops and restaurants, palaces and churches. We also had the opportuni

29 December 2011

November 2011 and an educational to Boston & Stowe. Boston is lovely - a beautiful city and small enough to walk around easily. We stayed at the Taj Hotel, overlooking the Common. We visited the Fairmont Copley Plaza and the Boston Harbour Hotel too. One of the highlights for me was the Duck Tour of the city. It took in all the main attractions plus a cruise along the river too for a tot

25 October 2011

I have just returned from a brilliant trip to the Caribbean Island of Barbados. Barbados offers something for everyone, from fantastic restaurants to beautiful beaches. The highlight of the week for me was taking a 4 x 4 safari around the island, taking in Edge Cliff, Bathsheba & Joe's River Forest - on and off road! We had the opportunity to take surfing lessons at DaAction Surf Shak, manage

05 July 2010

Bruges is the perfect weekend destination. We travelled from London St Pancras by Eurostar to Brussels, with a connecting train to Bruges. The journey took approx 3 hours. It is a beautiful city that is easily explored by foot over 2 days. The historic centre of Bruges has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000 and Bruges' most famous landmark is The Belfry on the main square. We clim

06 March 2009

A group of Travel Counsellors and I visited Chicago on an educational visit in February. Despite the bitterly cold weather, it was a wonderful city break and a worthy alternative to New York. Situated on the shores of Lake Michigan, this city is crammed with things to do, yet the atmosphere is not frantic or claustrophobic. The impressive architecture is best appreciated from a trolley tour, a

02 September 2008

To celebrate my husbands 40th birthday, I organised an unforgettable surprise weekend with a couple of our friends to the luxurious principality of Monaco. Monaco lies between France and Italy and benefits from a micro climate boasting an average 300 sunny days a year. Even our October weather was fantastic! So bathed in sunshine, we walked through the tunnel along the Formula One Grand Prix

02 September 2008

There’s good reason why Florida is referred to as the ‘fun capital of the world', it has a host of theme parks and attractions for kids of all ages! Our family of 4 spent a fortnight at a villa in Emerald Island, Kissimee to enjoy the whole Disney experience. We headed for the parks early each morning to beat the queues, allowing us time to recharge our batteries with a swim back at the villa b

01 September 2008

New York is an amazing city to visit, not only for the great sights, museums and shopping but also for the incredible, indescribable buzz that hits you the minute you arrive! I’d been to NY before but I wanted to share a girlie weekend there with my Mum and my daughter Megan to celebrate her birthday. We started with an open-top bus tour which you can hop on and off as often as you like. It’s