In this day and age, with so many avenues to go down when looking for a holiday, it is hard to know where to turn. There is a way you can get a great price, while at the same time receiving only the best in service & knowledge..... Look no further!
I can assure you I only offer the very best in customer service and all from the comfort of your own home. Please read on to find out more about me and what I can do for you.
I have been in travel for 20 years now, and have just reached gold status. I pride myself on offering my customers nothing less than the best service at all times. Team this with excellent service and award winning technology and you have the perfect combination needed for the perfect holiday!
I have been to many places including New York, Bermuda, Malaysia, Canada, St. Lucia, Barbados, Dominican Republic, Dubai and several European countries also. I never get bored of learning about places I’m not so familiar with, and love nothing more than a challenge.
I deal with any size of party; anything from a simple UK break to a tailor made round the world trip. I have dealt with many groups, whether it is a hen weekend or a business trip.
Travel Counsellors is an excellent company to work for and gives me every tool I need to assist you in finding your perfect holiday at the right price. It offers by far the best choice of holiday companies and website agents for me to check, which means you get the best possible deal available - far more than any high street agent could.
I would like to thank you for visiting and taking the time to read my details, and look forward to hearing from you. Don’t waste time spending hours on the internet yourself, that is why I am here. Travel Counsellors has a fantastic Financial Protection Cover which is second to none, give me a call to find out more!
At any time to suit you, you can contact me by phone, email, or fax anytime.
My customer stories
Sent by Michele Cusack
Somerset 25/01/2017
Rachel has been organising my travel arrangements and holidays for a number of years now. She is indispensable, Like my right arm. She takes all the angst and hassle out of finding just the right place and flights so my holiday starts from the moment I pick up the phone to her. She knows what I will like and what I won't and she is tireless in researching until she gets the ideal destination, hotel and flight arrangements. Everything she has sorted for me has been beyond my expectation and it's all done with utmost efficiency and a friendly email, text and phone call. I regularly pass on her details. For those who haven't yet put their travel needs in Rachel's hands...they don't know what their are missing. I wouldn't do it any other way. Just a superb service with excellence in customer satisfaction at its ?? I couldn't recommend and praise Rachel highly enough????????
Sent by Brian Broom
Chelmsford 25/01/2017
Very good customer service and communication, deals with additional requests or changes in itinerary with a positive and cheerful attitude. All round good approach would recommend to business contacts and friends
Sent by Hollie Shackeleton
Wetherby 25/01/2017
Rachel goes beyond to help you find the perfect holiday!
Sent by Peter Gibson
York 25/01/2017
Rachel is just brilliant. I recommend her to all my friends.
Sent by Samantha Ripley
Bishop Auckland 25/02/2014
Would highly recommend Rachel Gulliford and do regularly to friends and family! She is super efficient, no matter what day or time of day she responds, she's super efficient with her prices, suggestions and prices and helps in every element of your holiday, even if you have a problem while you're there! She goes over and above the call of duty so top marks! Will be booking with Rachel next time!
Sent by Keith Patterson
County Durham 22/01/2014
My only disappointment is that it only goes up to 10. Rachel Gulliford is a truly outstanding asset to your organisation. On my last vacation, like a clown I left the key to my Porsche in the baggage check machine at Manchester airport. I rang her in a flap the first evening I arrived. Typically she answered her phone to me at 10.30 pm and calmly took down the details. She then contacted the airport and asked for them to check where they were. She then rang back after locating them and made me aware when I landed late at night a week later the desk would be shut meaning I would have to wait in the airport for around 8 hours until the desk reopened in the morning. She made arrangements for a manager to put the keys in their desk and avoided me paying the holding charges in lost property. When I arrived I went to the location and someone was waiting for me and handed me the keys. I cannot thank her enough. I do not know anyone in any business who puts herself out so much just as 'the norm.' The lady is outstanding at her job and other people whom I have recommended has told me similar stories of her going that extra mile without any fuss but by doing so completely made their holiday a more wonderful experience. She is a credit to herself and I seriously doubt you or any other operator has anybody as good as this girl. A phenomenal person who just never gets tired of nursing her clients and pampering to their needs. Unbelievable service. As long as she is there I would never go to anyone else within reason of receiving a competitive offer. I cannot thank her enough. Keith Patterson.
Sent by Catherine Jackson
Birmingham 09/12/2013
Rachel is exceptionally helpful and nothing is too much trouble for her. I would definitely recommend her to anyone wishing to book a holiday.
Sent by JOANNE ROBINSON
YORK 06/12/2013
I will be using Rachel for all of my future travel requirements. Rachel was very quick at responding to my enquiry and very helpful
Sent by JULIE PARKES
YORK 06/12/2013
Rachel has been amazing in arranging a very special family trip to Florida. She was only there with her own family recently and has been able to offer us a lot of really valuable advice to make sure we make the most of our time there. She even took the time to specifically go through the Disney parks book with us and point out the attractions suitable for our two year old.
Sent by NATALIE CLAPP
PORTSMOUTH 06/12/2013
I would like to really show my appreciation of all the help we received from Rachel Gulliford. Rachel gave us so much help and advice on booking our honeymoon. We couldn't have asked for more from a travel consultant. Rachel went above and beyond for us and we really, really appreciated it. Thanks so much Rachel.
Sent by PAUL WILLOUGHBY
YORK 06/12/2013
Rachel always goes the extra mile for you whatever the time of day or night and even on weekends. She has always found us great hotels/holidays, which we have always enjoyed.
Sent by GEORDANNE TOMLINSON
HALIFAX 06/12/2013
Each time I have asked Rachel anything from advice to finding holidays for me she has always delivered in a very professional manner. She has always responded quickly to any questions and requests and I would not hesitate to recommend Rachel to any of my friends and colleagues.
Sent by ROBERT DENNIS
DURHAM 06/12/2013
Rachel was very helpful in all areas and we will certainly be using her again and recommend her to friends.
Sent by CHRISTOPHER WATTS
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE 06/12/2013
You have no idea how easy you make it for me when you book my travel. It never fails to amaze me how quick you get it done too... in all the areas that I deal in, in whatever field, no one does it like you do! I just wish I could go away more! Thanks
Sent by DIANE CLARKE
DURHAM 06/12/2013
Rachel is fabulous - so friendly and helpful - found me just what I wanted at a price I liked so saved me oodles of time on the internet trying to do it myself - will definitely use her again and tell all my friends!
Sent by STEPHEN FLETCHER
YORK 06/12/2013
Rachel is extremely professional and always very, very helpful. It is always a pleasure to book my holiday with her and will continue to do so.
Sent by MARTIN WILSON
WAKEFIELD 06/12/2013
Rachel never lets me down and I will continue to use her professionalism to book and sort all my traveling needs.
Sent by JASON LICKLEY
YORK 06/12/2013
Rachel has been brilliant so far! Very informative and a bubbly personality which is lovely! I definitely feel we made the right choice booking with her and would not hesitate in recommending friends and family!
Sent by JOHN APPLETON
YORK 06/12/2013
Always found Rachel very helpful. Just got back from a lovely holiday in Calpe that Rachel found for us.
Sent by TANYA PARKINSON
DURHAM 06/12/2013
Rachel went that extra mile to get the holiday me and my husband were looking for. Nothing was a problem and she got back to me with quick responses whether it be day or night!!! She made booking a holiday much easier and I will definitely be using her going forward and will be passing her number to all my friends and family.
Sent by SADIE HEWLETT
LONDON 06/12/2013
Rachel is amazing at her job and always goes out of her way to make sure everything is perfect and with the most quality service. I will and have recommended her to all my friends.
Sent by NEIL BRUNSDEN
MANCHESTER 06/12/2013
If I'd have done this myself it would have taken hours and hours of multifaceted Internet searching. Rachel took the initial brief, followed up with a few pertinent questions over the phone and turned the whole thing into a number of options for us to choose from all within just a couple of hours. A quick phone call later the whole thing was booked and completely hassle free. Whilst Rachel was doing all the hard work I was able to get on with some gardening. Brilliant service, thank you!
Sent by GILLIAN TYRO
YORK 06/12/2013
I have always found Rachel to go the extra mile to help find, plan and arrange our holidays.
Sent by KAROLINE KIRK
YORK 06/12/2013
The holidays I have booked with Rachel are always exactly what I need. She really listens to my requirements. She always makes herself available which is great when you are busy. Thanks Rachel.
Sent by SHARON WHARTON
HOVINGHAM 06/12/2013
We have already recommended her and continue to use Rachel. She's fab anytime of the day or night and she goes way beyond the call of duty.
Sent by LUKE FERMOR
CHELTENHAM 06/12/2013
Rachel worked fantastically hard to find what we were looking for and she dealt with our 457 requests and changes with not even a moan or groan - she has made booking a holiday so so easy and we will use her again and again. Thanks.
Sent by RICHARD FIRN
YORK 06/12/2013
Rachel is simply fantastic, cannot recommend her enough. She has been dealing with us for approx 5 years now and always comes up with splendid locations, hotels etc…
Sent by CHRISTOPHER ANDERSON
NEWCASTLE 06/12/2013
Hi, Rachel has been absolutely superb with helping us to organise our honeymoon. Rachel is a credit to your company. Thanks
Sent by JULIAN PHILIPS
KENT 06/12/2013
Rachel made the booking of our holiday so easy and simple. Nothing was too much trouble and will certainly be using her services again.
Sent by JADE KEERY
NEWCASTLE 06/12/2013
Rachel was recommended to us by a friend and from the outset she helped us out with some great advice and has been consistent throughout. We will definitely use her services again and recommend her. Thank You.
Sent by HAZEL REAY
NEWCASTLE 06/12/2013
Rachel was extremely helpful and patient with our booking, requests and questions! I would definitely recommend and already have in fact.
Sent by NICOLA TETLEY
CASTLEFORD 06/12/2013
Rachel has exceeded my expectations in the whole of the booking process. She has been there from 8am till 11pm answering my questions promptly and with care, even when she was going on holiday herself she still looked after my holiday booking as If I was the only person that mattered that morning. Thank you, looking forward to my trip now.
Sent by GARETH HASKINS
BELFAST 06/12/2013
If I could give a bigger score than 10 I would, not for the first time I approached Rachel and gave her the bare minimum of what I wanted for my holiday. Within a few hours Rachel had come back to me with full flight details and options on hotels! A first class service and I wouldn't even think of booking a holiday elsewhere without checking it out with Rachel first.
Sent by PAUL WILSON
YORK 06/12/2013
Rachel has looked after all my bookings for the last few years and I now recommend her to everyone I know from Olympic champions to families. Rachel is very helpful and makes everything very easy without stress.
Sent by NICOLA BERESFORD
CREWE 06/12/2013
Rachel has been on the ball and attentive, from initial conversation through to the booking. So far so good and I am confident the holiday will go in just the same way!
Sent by NICHOLAS LAWN
YORK 06/12/2013
We as a family have used Rachel many times and find the service we are all given is first class. She is always very prompt, courteous and knowledgeable hence why we have recommended her to our friends. Now looking forward to Iceland next week!!
Sent by MICHAEL THORPE
SCARBOROUGH 06/12/2013
A very nice lady to deal with. Always gives you the information you need, always helpful cheery and obliging.
Sent by RACHAEL NOTLEY
KENT 06/12/2013
Rachel is always so helpful and extremely speedy with her responses. We have booked a few holidays with Rachel and it's nice that she knows what we want from our holiday. She is able to tailor her recommendations to what we really like.
Sent by MARK LILLIE
CHELTENHAM 06/12/2013
Excellent service, very happy, above and beyond!
Sent by LUCY WISHART
COPMANTHORPE YORK 06/12/2013
We would highly recommend Rachel to everyone! Fantastic service.
Sent by T HARLAND
YORK 06/12/2013
We find Rachel very easy to contact and very approachable. She has helped with lots of information for our holiday plans and Rachel shows to be very professional and responsive whatever time we contact her. Have already passed her name on to others.
Sent by KEITH PATTERSON
DURHAM 06/12/2013
In simple terms Rachel Gulliford is a credit to your organisation. If she ever left I would follow her. On both business travel and personal holidays the lady is in a league of her own in terms of working out of normal hours, searching for exactly what you want and providing a level of customer service that is way beyond the norm and as good as it gets in any industry I have used. She is exceptional and deserves the praise and appreciation for going that extra mile on every occasion.
Sent by JENNY TAYLOR
STAFFORDSHIRE 06/12/2013
We have used Rachel Gulliford for many years and we would never go anywhere else. Having previously worked in the travel industry, I like to search for a good deal whilst maintaining high standards and Rachel has never failed to impress us. It is not often when you feel the need to recommend someone, but with Rachel we praise her to all our friends and colleagues who have also started to use her. She is absolutely fabulous and an asset to your organisation. We consider Rachel a friend and are looking forward to finally meeting her on a trip to Dubai she booked for us and coincidently is there herself. First class!
Sent by Richard Firn
Leeds 18/09/2013
I have been using Rachel now for several years and she had been fantastic on every occasion.
She takes away the hassle of going to a travel agent.
Every holiday she has sent us on has been great, including LA and Vegas where she organised every detail. Her service and friendly approach have always been 100%
I have passed her details onto family and friends who now use her on a regular basis, I cannot recommend her highly enough!!
Sent by Graeme Smith
Solihull 02/11/2011
Rachel organised my summer trip to the USA - flights, car hire etc. Was really great, got good prices, gave good advice and ongoing support up to the actual holiday itself. Made it very easy to organise and book the holiday which contributed to me having a great time. Thanks a lot Rachel. Will definately be using you again in the future.
Sent by Keith Patterson
Windlestone 25/10/2011
The service from Rachel is always nothing less than superb. She is by far the most diligent, considerate and attentive person who I have ever come across in the travel industry. I recommend her and travel counsellors on a regular basis and have provided referrals from the business world who have booked considerable business with Rachel and thanked me for the introduction. You are very fortunate to have her on your staff and I would have no reservation whatsoever in recommending her to anyone looking for a travel booking. Travel Counsellors will always be our preferred choice of service provider largely because of your representative Rachel Gulliford. She is truly outstanding!
Yours truly,
Keith Patterson.
Sent by Paul Johnson
York 21/10/2011
My family and I have used Rachel's services several times now and nothing is to much trouble.
We will continue to use her service as it takes all the hassle out of organising any trip away.
I highly recommend anyone to use her services.
Sent by Heather Smith
York 21/10/2011
Rachel always goes out of her way to find exactly what I want,nothing is too much trouble for her.
Sent by Kelly Scott
York 20/10/2011
Rachel has booked our family holidays for the last 10 years, because of the excellent service I have recieved I have referd Rachel to my business collegues, family and friends. Booking my holidays has never been easier, I have even called her from abroad at 10pm to help me sort any issues within resort! Excellent service, available at all times, best price every time and ultimatley the very best service. Thank you Rachel you are truly the best agent I have ever used!
Sent by Samantha Shipley
Carlton 20/10/2011
Rachel always lives up to promises, gives a full assisted service and complete holiday package from beginning to end. You know she is at the end of the phone should you need her.
I would highly recommend her and do so to friends and family.
Sent by julie robson
middlesbrough 19/10/2011
Rachel was recommended by a friend and I can say that she is the most friendly and knowledgable travel consultant that I know. I value her opinion highly when choosing a destination my husband and I have never been disappointed with any of our destinations. When we had our 25th wedding anniversary she really went out of her way to make sure our holiday was very special. I have recommended her to friends and family.
WELL DONE
RACHEL
Sent by Alistair Silcock
York 19/10/2011
Rachel is an sbolute Godsend for any holiday advice / booking.
Her knowledge, expertise, connections, advice and quality of service are second to none. Unlike the majority of modern Travel Operators, Rachel clearly takes pride in the level of service she provides. It doesn't stop once the booking is made, or when you return home from your holiday for that matter. What Rachel provides that is truly special is a life-long consultation relationship that feels more like a friendship than a service.
It's impossible for me to imagine booking any trip or holiday, from a 2/3 day city break to my honeymoon, without contacting Rachel first. I can't recommend her highly enough.
Sent by Nick & Helen Kuba
York 19/10/2011
Rachel has been our Travel Counsellor for the past 3 years, she was recommended by a friend and we have never looked back!
We have booked excellent family all inclusive holidays with her, and recently got a luxurious room with a sea view in Ibiza upon her request!
We have also used Rachel for short weekend trips for ourselves and friends.
There is never a bad time to contct Rachel, and she is always quick to respond to any queries, despite being a mother of 2!
We will continue to use Rachel and recommend her to others, Thank you Rachel!
Sent by Sarah Roberts (was Johnston)
York 19/10/2011
Rachel booked our holiday 18 months ago after she was recommended to me by a colleague and as she was so fantastic she was the first person I spoke to to book our honeymoon. Aside from offering great value holidays, Rachel is friendly, helpful and I totally trust her judgement so its like ringing up a friend to book my holiday and that totally takes the stress out of trying to find a good one. I honestly can't recommend Rachel enough and I always pass on her details to any family or friends looking to book a holiday.
Sent by Sharon Watson
Barlby 19/10/2011
Rachel has been booking my holidays for a few years now and I always call her before I book anything. She advised us of the airport strikes last time went to Rhodes so we re-scheduled our arrival times and didn't have to stand around waiting for check in unlike the rest of the people on the flight who had not been told by the fight company. She also always texts me while were away to make sure everything is ok. We know were in safe hands when we book through Rachel and thats why she's helped us with our holidays for us and or guests for our wedding abroad this year! She's fab :)
Sent by Guy Swinburne
Newcastle upon Tyne 19/10/2011
Rachel gives a top class service every time we deal with her. You feel like you are her only customer which is great. The bottom line is that she really cares!
Sent by David Taylor
Cannock, Staffordshire 19/10/2011
We have had the pleasure of booking many holidays with Rachel, and can honestly say we will never have the need to go elsewhere when it comes to any future bookings!
Rachel is dedicated to making sure we get the best deal, whilst offering us a very responsive, consultative and friendly service.
No matter what type of holiday we have booked with her, a city break, a family holiday through to our honeymoon for just the two of us, Rachel has always delivered exceptional results.
It is rare in this day in age to find somebody who offers such a well conducted and well rounded service, however that is what you get with Rachel.
Travel Counsellors should be proud to have her as part of the team!
Sent by Paul Chaplin
Petts Wood, Kent 19/10/2011
All you have to do is sit back and let Rachel find the perfect holiday. She gives you numerous options which fulfill all the criteria for a 1st class holiday. Top girl with wonderful, friendly service.
Sent by Gina Ruddock
Colchester 19/10/2011
We have been using Rachel for our company travel arrangements for the past couple of years and we have always found her service to be exemplary. She is always so friendly and helpful and replies to emails and phone calls instantly.
I would definitely recommend Rachel to anyone who requires a first class travel agent service.
Sent by Gillian O'Reagan
York 19/10/2011
We (my husband and I) have been customers of Rachel's for a few years now and I can honestly say I would never go anywhere else now. Rachel is always very cheery and helpful and will without question 'goes the extra mile' to make your break the best it can possibly be!! We hope to be customers for many years to come, and have recommended her to friends and work colleagues.
Sent by Dawn & Jimmy Young
Leicester 13/08/2009
Like many people, I work long hours and find trawling the Internet and high street for a holiday after a day behind a computer a hassle I can do without. I have been very impressed with the "extra mile" Rachel goes to to ensure she is providing the exact holiday package at the best price with outstanding service throughout. I have recommended her to all I hear talking about holiday plans.
Sent by Anne Hodgins
Andover 13/04/2009
Having been introduced to Rachel via my brother, I spoke to her about my ideal trip to Canada. Within days, she had researched, put together a great itinerary and got back to me with prices to rival my local travel agents. She was easy to get hold of, prompt to reply to any queries and so very cheerful! I wouldn't hesitate to use her for my travel again!
Sent by Gail Lewis
Matlock Bath 30/03/2009
I have never experienced such an excellent service from a travel agent before (and I travel a fair amount). She got the holiday 'spot on' to our requirements (and more), she answered any questions we had, arranged extra requirements. Rachel gave a 10*+ service. I now will not arrange any future holidays with anyone else. Anyone that books a holiday with Rachel will definitely feel the same.
Sent by Adam Lucas
York 27/01/2009
I recently booked a holiday to Ibiza in June to celebrate my 21st birthday.
Rachel is extremely helpful and professional, she dedictaed herself to organising the perfect holiday for me and my friends. I have never recieved service as good as this anywhere else and i will most certainly be using Rachel for further holiday arrangements.
Thanks Rachel for all your hard work. Roll on Ibiza!!!!
Sent by Prue Jenkins
Reading 27/01/2009
I was referred to Rachel by a fellow customer who has booked many trips with Rachel.
Rachel was always there for me to answer my questions.
I was very impressed with the speed in which she responded to my questions.
She was able to match anything I had perviously found or better it.
Really impressed with the honesty if she couldn't.
Thank you for making my booking a smooth and easy process.
Highly recommend Rachel.
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