Sarah Pickford UK
I'm based in
Dubai
It's Nice To Meet You
Hello and welcome to my travel page in 2026.
I've been living in UAE and working as a Travel Counsellor now for 13 years. And I feel lucky every day to live in such a vibrant and culturally diverse country.
That time has flown by and as my business has evolved, my experience has broadened, so I have so much to share with you. About the UAE which is such a great destination but also countries all around the world. There is always something to see and do here in UAE so if you fancy a visit please get in touch and I can help you plan. And the location of this country makes it so easy to get around the globe so for those of you based here, nowhere is too hard or too difficult. I can get you to wherever your dream destination is.
Originally I'm from Bolton where Travel Counsellors was born. But prior to moving here I was in Warwickshire, a beautiful county in central England. From there I was lucky enough to spend a lot of time travelling both for leisure and business. I love visiting new places, both home and abroad and over time I have enjoyed visiting over 220 cities in 76 countries including beaches, cruises, cities, adventures. Trying new foods, meeting wonderful people, witnessing different cultures and experiencing all that the world has to offer. Like many people, I intend to travel much more in the months and years ahead. Both local, short and long haul. Whatever is your personal preference, I can help.
As your personal Travel Counsellor, I can speak from my own wealth of leisure and business travel experience to offer unbiased, impartial guidance when helping you find your own perfect trip. That might be a luxury cruise, a unique tailor-made holiday to your dream destination or just an overnight getaway from the stresses and strains of everyday life. I recognise that no matter where you are going or when you are travelling from, it's important to you that the trip is the right one. Let me help you make sure it is.
With 30 years in customer care, it is my aim to offer the best possible service. My promise to you is to make your travel booking as pleasurable and simple as possible, taking away the headache of brochures and search engines if you don't want them. And to be as flexible as possible when things change. In 2019 I reached the status of Gold Travel Counsellor, putting me in the top 10 % of over 2000 of us in 7 countries. It was a proud achievement and one I am delighted to have retained, proving I always do they best I can for my customers.
So, if you have a holiday in mind, give me a call and we can start planning together.
+971 55 4386868
sarahpickford@mytc.com
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Bahamas mini cruise
My partner and I cruised on Norwegian Sky in the Bahamas. I had never cruised with NCL before so wasn't sure what to expect. But I wasn't disappointed. In the weeks before we set sail I was able to check in online to speed up the boarding process. It worked very well and embarkation was quick and easy. Unlike other some other cruise liners, this was casual and relaxed without any 'fanfare' as w
19 Feb 2014 5 min read
Lapland
Do you believe in Father Christmas? You will by the time you leave Lapland! What an amazing adventure for children. I have never seen such excitement before. As the plane started to land and the kids saw snow out of the windows, the atmosphere started to build. But nothing could have prepared me for the giddiness of the little ones when elves, yes elves, greeted us as we reached the termina
19 Feb 2014 5 min read
Istanbul
I hadn't expected Istanbul to be so cold! A friend and I visited in April and hoped for sunshine. Instead we wrapped up warm and instead of walking to the sights, we hopped on a city tour bus. What a good decision. The bus took us to all of the main historical attractions and many less known sights. Mosques, museums, monuments and towers galore. The operator was friendly and the multi lingual comm
19 Feb 2014 5 min read
Portugal
Visiting The Algarve in July means long, hot days. Not a cloud in the glorious blue sky from 7am to 7pm. There is something for everyone here. Young or old, wanting to party or relax, the Algarve is a playground of luxury hotels to more affordable apartments and stunning villas with private pool. If you don't want to spend time relaxing on one of the many sandy beaches in rocky coves, there
19 Feb 2014 5 min read
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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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