A touring holiday allows you to see a whole host of sights in one break away, but the thought of copious hours spent on a coach can leave some travellers feeling queasy. That’s where the latest innovation in travel “flies” in. If like most of us you’ve dreamt of experiencing the VIP treatment as you [...]
A volcanic ash cloud which originated in Chile on 4 June has caused significant disruption to air travel around south-east Australia and New Zealand. Flights to/from Melbourne, Tasmania and New Zealand were cancelled on 12 and 13 June, affecting over 30,000 passengers. The ash cloud is expected to continue to impact regional air travel for [...]
Although the eruption appears to be subsiding, airborne ash could still result in airspace restrictions. Passengers are still advised to remain in close contact with their airlines and travel agents for the most up to date news on the status of their flights and bookings, which may be subject to short notice timetable changes. As [...]
Today is National Work from Home Day! Now in its 6th year the national day, which is part of Work Wise UK’s ‘Work Wise Week’, encourages flexible working and highlights the many benefits of working from home. Travel Counsellors was the first company in the UK to enable the very best professional travel agents to work from home in order to [...]
As wedding fever grips the nation with the much anticipated Royal Wedding approaching, rumours speculate about where the newlyweds will be spending the start of their married life on honeymoon. Will it be a romantic retreat to a tropical hideaway? Or maybe a relaxing break closer to home? Whichever destination William and Kate chose [...]
You will have heard the news about the devastating earthquake and tsunami that has struck Japan. Regretfully the earthquake has resulted in the loss of life and our thoughts are now with those whose loved ones have been lost or injured. We do have customers in location and our first priority is to make sure [...]
I think it is important to recognise International Women’s Day today. I am really proud that we have given the opportunity for women within Travel Counsellors to be empowered. We not only believe in equality but preach it with a passion. Our school linking programmes with one of the largest child-centred community development organisations in [...]
Here at Travel Counsellors we have seen a dramatic increase in bookings over the Easter period, as people appear to be taking advantage of extra bank holiday on 29th April to celebrate this year’s Royal Wedding between Prince William and Kate Middleton, which has resulted in two long weekends for the UK public and [...]
It can be hard to dedicate the time to a healthier lifestyle, which is why we are recommending the best holidays for keeping active, feeling rejuvenated and bursting with energy… If a holiday with a healthy balance of activity and relaxation is just what the doctor ordered, then a visit to the luxury Costa Calida [...]
Maidstone based Travel Counsellor, Saffron Tennant, is flying high after being recognised for her outstanding customer care during the ash cloud crisis. Saffron was presented with the Penny Akam Unsung Hero in Travel Award at the 2011 Globe Travel Awards held at London’s prestigious Grosvenor House hotel on Tuesday night (18th Jan). During the ash [...]