Suzie Platt
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I'm based in
Great Dunmow
Beautiful journeys, thoughtfully planned.
Hi, I’m Suzie — your personal Travel Counsellor based on the Essex / Herts borders with my husband and 2 children. I help families, couples and adventure-seekers plan unforgettable, tailor-made holidays without the stress.
My love of travel started when I was 18 and headed off to Fiji for three months to volunteer on a marine conservation project. Scuba diving every day in turquoise waters on beaches I’d only ever seen in films? It was a no-brainer. That trip completely changed me and sparked a lifelong passion for long-haul travel and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
Since then, I’ve travelled to over 30 countries (and counting!) and now my children join in the adventures too.
I specialise in…
Long-haul holidays
Multi-centre and tailor-made trips
Luxury beach escapes
Asia travel
Family adventure holidays
Off-the-beaten-track experiences
All-inclusive and boutique hotel stays
Asia is a real passion of mine — the culture, the people, the food (especially the food!). Whether it’s island hopping in Thailand, spotting wildlife in Borneo, exploring temples in Cambodia or adding on a luxury Maldives beach stay, I love putting together seamless multi-stop itineraries that just work.
As a mum, I’m especially passionate about showing families how easy — and incredible — long-haul travel with children can be. With the right planning, it’s not stressful… it’s magical.
Why book through me?
I offer a completely bespoke travel planning service. That means I take the time to understand what you really want from your holiday, then research and design the perfect trip around you.
I can arrange everything:
✈️ Flights
🏨 Luxury and boutique hotels
🌴 All-inclusive resorts
🚢 Ocean and river cruises
🚗 Transfers
🎟️ Excursions and experiences
🚆 Rail journeys
💍 Honeymoons & special occasions
I handle all the details, manage your booking from start to finish and am there if you need anything before, during or after your trip. It saves you hours of scrolling and comparing — and removes the stress completely.
Plus, for total peace of mind, all packages are fully ATOL protected and 100% financially protected through the Travel Counsellors Financial Trust.
Some of my favourite travel memories include scuba diving with manta rays in Fiji, watching wild orangutans swing through the trees in Borneo and meeting native tribes in Ethiopia. Those are the kinds of unforgettable travel moments I love helping my clients experience.
If you’re thinking about a city break, a multi-centre adventure, a luxury long-haul escape or a relaxing white-sand beach holiday, let’s have a no-obligation chat.
Planning your holiday should be exciting, not overwhelming, and I promise to make the whole process easy, personal and genuinely enjoyable.
So… where shall we go next?
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Malaysia: Multigenerational Adventure, Street Food & Soft Sands
If you love Southeast Asia but want somewhere that blends big-city buzz, soft adventure and laid-back beach time, Malaysia is a brilliant choice. On my latest trip I travelled with my husband, our two children (11 and 12) and my mum, so it was very much a multigenerational holiday. Malaysia worked perfectly for all of us: easy, welcoming and full of experiences that became real family memories.
04 Mar 2026 5 min read
10 Bucket List Trips You Can Actually Afford
Let’s face it, when most of us hear the words “bucket list trip”, we immediately picture saving for years or emptying our bank accounts. Here’s the good news: you don’t need to win the lottery or sell your house to tick off some of the most iconic travel experiences in the world. Whether you’ve been dreaming of turquoise waters, ancient ruins, or epic adventures, I’ve rounded up 10 incredible buc
29 Sept 2025 5 min read
Top Tips for Surviving (and Enjoying!) a Long-Haul Flight
Top Tips for Surviving (and Enjoying!) a Long-Haul Flight I am a huge lover and advocate for travelling long haul. I feel like you can get so much more for your money if you spend that little bit extra on flights and travel that little bit further. Let’s be honest though, long-haul flights are not the most glamorous part of travel! Hours in the air, dry skin, awkward naps, and that moment when
23 May 2025 5 min read
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Isla Mujeres - One Island, One Day, No Regrets!
A day trip to Isla Mujeres on our recent trip to Mexico turned out to be pure magic from start to finish. Safe to say, this little island stole our hearts 💛
12 May 2026
Bucharest Short Break
Bucharest - Charm, culture, fab food, & stunning architecture. A perfect city for a girls trip, a romantic weekend or even a family break.
22 Jun 2025
A little trip to Amsterdam
AMSTERDAM: For a weekend break Amsterdam has it all. The food, history, culture and fun. A highlight for me was sampling all the delicious food at foodhallen.
21 Mar 2025
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Why use a Travel Counsellor
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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