Paula Hawthorn

My expertise

Maldives
Mauritius
Indian Ocean
Caribbean
Las Vegas
Couples
Aruba

I'm based in

Northamptonshire

Available for new enquiries

It's Nice To Meet You

Hello, I am Paula, your personal Travel Counsellor and dedicated travel addict with a genuine passion for helping you see the world.

I have travelled to 5 of the 7 continents and explored destinations in depth, from backpacking adventures to luxury island escapes. Over the years I have backpacked across Canada, Tahiti, Moorea, Bora Bora, the Cook Islands, Australia, New Zealand, Tasmania, Malaysia and Singapore, so I understand both the practical side of travel and those special touches that turn a trip into a lifelong memory.

Island escapes are one of my greatest loves. I have stayed at four different island resorts in the Maldives, as well as visiting Mauritius, Cape Verde, Jamaica, Aruba, Cancun, Antigua and Hawaii. If you are dreaming of white sand, turquoise water and a holiday that feels like a complete escape from everyday life, I can help you find the island and resort that suits you perfectly.

I am also a true Las Vegas specialist, having visited every year over the last 20 years in different hotels with a variety of itineraries. Whether you want to experience the nightlife, world-class dining, shows, shopping or to twin Vegas with another destination, I can design the right trip for you. Closer to home, I am a regular visitor to Ibiza and Mallorca, with a wealth of knowledge to help you choose the right area and style of holiday, from chilled and boutique to lively and fun.

When you book with me, you will benefit from full ATOL protection on your holiday arrangements and the reassurance of 24/7 support, so there is always someone on hand if you need assistance while you are away. My role is to listen carefully to what you want, use my first-hand knowledge and experience to guide you, and take away all the stress of planning.

If you are starting to think about your next trip, I would love to help you plan something truly amazing.

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What my customers say

Paula helped my wife and I navigate the many options you have when booking for the Maldives. Paula is very knowledgeable and easy to work with .. highly recommended.

Lee Hazell

London

Just wanted to express our gratitude for all your help in organising our trip to Rome. You couldn’t have picked a more perfect hotel for us, even though it was a stones throw from the Trevi fountain it was such a quiet sanctuary after long days exploring. The room and bathroom was spacious and of a very high standard. The staff were lovely, helpful and nothing was too much trouble. The hotel is so well maintained and spotless. We started each day with a fantastic breakfast, Harry’s provides a huge continental selection and also some hot options to set you up for the day and we also ate in their restaurant one night which was very good. The unique feature of the hotel is the access to the former Roman aqueduct which served the original fountain… residents can visit free and it’s fantastic. We really loved the service you provided, it was personal, efficient and all your suggestions were perfect. We would certainly use the private driver transfer service again… saved finding a taxi and no waiting! What we really liked about TC was the bespoke service and that everything was organised by you, the offer of paper documentation, the welcome letter on arrival and the postcard when we arrived home… such lovely touches. Thank you again for putting our incredible trip together, we had the best time. In addition we really liked the fact that we could get in touch at anytime with you should we need to. I have already recommended you and the fact that you offer such a special service.

Mr and Mrs Carter

Stratford upon Avon

Excellent service from Paula. She went the extra mile for us even down to finding out that our original choice of hotel could be noisy and offered us an alternative which we booked, great knowledge and everything arranged promptly with efficient service… thanks Paula!

Sarah C

Warwick

Paula was extremely diligent and professional helping us to book our holiday to the Caribbean for next year. Paula is very knowledgeable and was able to answer any of our questions. We had a number of very specific and sometimes changing requirements, however Paula was very flexible providing various options which helped us choose our holiday destination. I would definitely recommend Paula to anyone.

Brian F

London

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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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