Sue Kelly

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St Lucia
India
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Spain
Sri Lanka
Thailand
Vietnam
Dominican Republic

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Northamptonshire

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Hello and thank you for visiting my page!

I am a Travel Counsellor based in Northamptonshire where I live and work off grid on my narrowboat!

My passion is to travel of which I have been doing for almost 40 years, starting out as a Travel Representative back in the 80’s! Travelling opens your heart and mind to so many amazing new opportunities and experiences! Every journey we learn from and take away a new experience, whether it’s in the UK or overseas.

The past couple of years have taught us things can change in an instant and I pride myself on providing outstanding customer service, I will be with you every step of the way, will help with entry requirements and can offer access to 24/7 travel helpline support, ensuring you’ll enjoy a truly memorable holiday and all at no extra cost.

I am a completely independent Travel Counsellor, I take the stress out of travel planning – with all the options available today, it can get confusing, not to mention time consuming – who has time these days to spend hours comparing websites and wondering if anything happens before or during your holiday, will you be able to speak to someone straight away?

The answer if you book with me is Yes!!

There is so much for all of us to see and so little time to arrange these magnificent adventures and this is where I come in! I will be able to find you what you are looking for, whether it be a family holiday in Europe, a honeymoon in the Maldives, a holiday of a lifetime on safari to Tanzania, fly/drive to Canada or the US, shopping trip to New York or a few days or weeks cruising. I have access to hundreds of suppliers, airlines, hotels, I can book airport hotels, parking, attractions, international rail, theatre breaks – the list is endless!!

If you want to travel solo, as a family, a group or just the two of you, whatever your heart desires I am here to make it happen! I pride myself on the service that I give and the fact that you will only deal with me, whether it is a text to say what a wonderful time you are having or a phone call if you have an emergency.

With ATOL and the Travel Counsellor’s Trust, you also have complete financial security with every pound you spend being 100% financially protected.

For honest, impartial, expert advice please do contact me. I look forward to making your dream become your reality!

“Once a year, go someplace you've never been before” – Dalai Lama

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Family Cruising

Family Cruising

Ask me a year ago if I would ever consider taking myself let alone my family on a cruise, the answer would’ve quite categorically been no! Ask me today and the answer is an absolute yes! Why have I changed my mind? Over this past year I have been privileged to have spent time on three cruise ships, all slightly different but with one thing that will just lure you in time and time again – freedom.

30 Jul 2019 5   min read

Historic Lisbon

Historic Lisbon

Lisbon is the stunning capital city of Portugal and is one of the most charismatic and vibrant cities of Europe but is still one of the least visited! It is a city that effortlessly blends traditional heritage, with striking modernism and progressive thinking. As a holiday destination, Lisbon offers a rich and varied history, a buzzing nightlife and is blessed with a glorious year-round climate.

26 Jun 2019 5   min read

Honeymoons

Honeymoons

Planning your honeymoon? I can create inspirational itineraries to leave you with memories that will last forever! Weddings can be challenging to plan. From picking the perfect venue to what to say in the speeches and the some say the hardest part, the seating plan. Traditionally, the happy couple would ask their families and friends to buy them items for their new home, however in modern times,

01 Jun 2019 5   min read

Why choose a Hurtigruten Expedition Cruise

Why choose a Hurtigruten Expedition Cruise

Your journey begins as soon as you embark the ship, which will become your comfortable base camp at sea. The first thing you will notice is the atmosphere on board. As the peace and tranquillity of the scenery and relaxed pace takes hold, you will find your senses to everything around you enhanced. All ships have large lounges and deck space, offering perfect views to the changing scenery, creati

30 Apr 2019 5   min read

What is Expedition Cruising all about?

What is Expedition Cruising all about?

There are many different expedition cruises and there is one out there for everyone. The person who wants to go to the Galapagos is not necessarily the same one who wants to go to the Kimberley in Australia or the Arctic! Would I send you to see penguins in the Arctic? The first lesson in expedition cruising: Penguins are in the South, Polar Bears are in the North! Or if you wanted to swim with w

29 Apr 2019 5   min read

Overnight stay on the new cruise ship MSC Bellissima

Overnight stay on the new cruise ship MSC Bellissima

On arrival at Southampton Docks the MSC Bellissima graced me with her enormous presence. What a magnificent ship on the outside, I couldn’t wait to embark, and I wasn’t disappointed! Check-in was quick and simple with lots of staff to point you in the right direction! After handing my paperwork over, my photograph was taken and I was given my key card which lets you embark and debark the ship

25 Mar 2019 5   min read

Two nights in Bangkok

Two nights in Bangkok

A sprawling city of contrasts, I would recommend choosing a flight that arrives early in the morning and a stay of at least three nights to tour this fast-paced Asian capital. With modern high-rise buildings sprouting from a shabby developing-world city where many of the locals live in wooden shacks and use narrow waterways (klongs) for transport, it really is an incredible sight. Famous as a w

18 Sept 2018 5   min read

A fantastic week away with friends in Funchal

A fantastic week away with friends in Funchal

The beautiful island of Madeira, a small island off the western coast of Portugal is an emerald paradise with mountainous landscapes and sun-drenched, traditional villages. You’ll be able to spend your days exploring the striking countryside and your evenings in the vibrant bars and restaurants. Madeira is widely known as the ‘Pearl of the Atlantic’, which becomes obvious when you visit and are in

16 Aug 2018 5   min read

What my customers say

Sue is absolutely a joy to work with ?? She has put together the most amazing trips for us. We've booked several weekend getaways, a river cruise, and even our most recent holiday in Greece. We can trust her to take care of every detail and looking forward to many more adventures curated by Sue Kelly with Travel Counsellors??

Tina Uy

Kettering

I would recommend Sue to all my family and friends. Throughout the whole booking process nothing was too much trouble, and even during the holiday she was always at the end of the phone. Not that we needed to call her as everything she had organised, transfers, trips and flights were perfect down to the very last detail. Thanks for everything Sue our Iceland adventure was amazing, a trip we will never forget.

Laura Bender

Dunstable

Don’t know what we would have done without her. Looked after us all the way. Amazing xxxx

Ann Marshall

Dunstable

Thank you sue for finding and organising our holiday, It was amazing and we didn't have to stress over anything although I think you may have with all my texts and emails. We had a great adventure. Everything was organised for us even down to the man waiting at Singapore airport with our name on to take us to hotel. We never had any problems and Sue was always on the end of the phone if i had any worries, even down to when i kept forgetting the time difference and was texting at midnight. thank you Sue Kelly, a holiday to remember. 7 flights, 3 countries and a campervan. Everything was organised for us perfectly.

Pip Tipping

Dunstable

A big thank you for making our Silver Wedding anniversary weekend so memorable in Paris. Your suggestions for the hotel and the tour arrangements were perfectly matched to our requests and it all worked very well. We didn’t give you much notice so your speed and attention to detail was much appreciated. I shall certainly recommend you to friends and family.

Lesley Wright

Rushden

I can't recommend Sue Kelly enough as a Travel Councillor. She was super and organised a wonderful holiday for us in Iceland. The trip was made more special with if being a joint trip with family from the USA. Sue organised everything from flights from both countries to the hotel and fantastic tours. She kept us informed all the way and was always happy to answer any queries we had. Sue took all the stress of travel out of our trip which allowed us to make wonderful memories and enjoy our time together. Thank you Sue xx

Claire Cowan

Luton

If you are looking to book your next trip or holiday give Sue a shout, truly great service from start to finish, on the end of the phone whenever you need and can get some amazing deals, she got our flights and hotel in Madrid sorted at short notice and in no time and has hooked me up with an amazing holiday to the States later in the year. I would highly recommend.

Tom McGuire

Dunstable

Brilliant to work with, Sue listened to what we wanted and was willing to look at options and revisit until we were happy with the location and price. Took so much hassle out of the process for me! Thank you.

Caroline Beynon

Kettering

Sue listened to our family requirements which she took on board and arranged a family vacation that we could only have dreamed about, it was like she has known us for 10 years.

Noel Hendry

Dunstable

I would like to say a really big thank you for the very useful information you have managed to find for me regarding our recent New York trip. We had only a short space of time and wanted to see the essence of New York so planning the trip down to the last detail was very important to us. Your useful hints and tips document allowed us to focus on areas and attractions we found of particular interest to us as well as finding out about less well known things and sites in the city, which we decided to check out too. The information greatly enhanced our experience and the holiday as a whole. We had a fabulous time and this has been largely down to the preparation we put into this trip based on your helpful information. Thank you once again and be assured we will be looking to you for our next holiday booking.

Narcisz Sweeney

Corby

We are writing this testimonial to thank Sue for booking me and Naomi a fantastic weekend break to London. As always I left Naomi's Christmas present to the last minute and from listening to one of Sue's 60 seconds speeches I realised that she could organise a London Theatre weekend break away. Sue arranged everything from the hotel, theatre tickets and transport. Hotel location was fantastic as was the show and to Sue's credit she answered the phone on the Friday evening just before the show as we had left the theatre tickets in the hotel room and she resolved the problem immediately. We will be recommending Sue to all our friends and family.

Glen McCarthy

Kettering

I have used Sue for two holiday bookings now and can honestly say, she completely takes away all the stress of searching for that perfect vacation. She has found us two incredible destinations, and at amazing prices with attention paid to every small detail, things I would never consider, it is so worth while asking Sue to search for that perfect holiday for you, I am so glad I have!

Paula Mansfield

Dunstable

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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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