Rich Smith

My expertise

Italy
Galapagos
Sri Lanka
Thailand
Iceland
United States

I'm based in

Walthamstow

Available for new enquiries

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It's Nice To Meet You

Hi, I’m Rich,

Being a Travel Counsellor is my dream job. After many years travelling and living abroad, I’m now making a career out of what I love most.

My passion for travel was sparked aged 8, on a family trip to Corfu. Since then I’ve been lucky enough to travel the world and have lived in both Italy and the US where I stayed for 15 years, working as a real tennis professional, a career which also saw me travel extensively on the competition circuit.

Travelling has shaped who I am, it’s influenced my outlook and informed my opinions. Because of that, it’s something I love sharing with other people.

But, there’s a big difference between those who love to travel, and those who love to plan travel. Luckily, I love both.

I partnered with Travel Counsellors because they understand that it’s the personal details that make all the difference. This global, multi-award winning company gives me the platform to do what I do best, all backed up with the security of 100% financial protection and 24/7 support. This allows me use my expertise, knowledge, and connections to deliver unforgettable holidays and build incredible bespoke itineraries for people who share my love for elevated experiences.

Ultimately, I save you hours of time, so you can focus on the things that matter most to you. And, with me as your single point of contact, you’ll never have to talk to a call centre, either before your trip, or while you're away.

So, if you’re ready to embark on the trip of a lifetime, then I can’t wait to hear from you. Your first step is to give me a call or send me an email and I promise to make the process fun and easy.

My goal is to make sure I understand who you are and what you’re looking for, and I’ll curate a holiday especially for you. All you’ll need to do is show up at the airport with your bags packed, while I take care of the rest.

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What my customers say

Rich was so helpful - we really didn't know where to go he came up with some suggestions and lots of advise. I am excited for my wonderful upcoming cruise. I would 100% recommend using him to friends and family.

Sally H

Hampshire

Rich was very helpful and extremely competent as always - just booked my fourth holiday with him!

Diane S

Dorset

Rich is super friendly and goes above and beyond to be as helpful as possible. Would highly recommend and would definitely use him again for future trips .

Sally S

Bournemouth

Rich provided excellent service from start to finish, nothing was too much trouble and was extremely helpful throughout the whole process. I would highly recommend hia services and will definitely book with him again!

Sarah J

West Sussex

Rich was extremely knowledgeable and supportive . This booking was for a surprise trip for my husband’s 50th so wanted it to be well thought out and planned & he delivered exactly that ! Thanks again

Gemma P

Hampshire

Rich is very professional and responsive to modifications as needed. I am looking forward to working with him again!

Rosemary M

Washington DC

Rich was extremely knowledgable, gave great advice, communication was excellent, I was kept informed at every stage of the booking. Thank you Rich - I will be back in touch when booking my next trip!

Lisa B

Hampshire

Rich was very helpful and gave us so much of his time and loads of details about Croatia.We are so looking forward to seeing Cavtat and the points of interest that he suggested. Can't wait for our holiday.

Denise R

Southampton

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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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