Toni Ball - Travel Counsellor

11/12/2024

09/12/2024

𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝟓 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐬 - 𝐃𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐟𝐮, 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Dining at the Domes of Corfu will leave no one disappointed, from the most discriminating of foodie parents to the pickiest of toddlers, for whom there are dedicated menus in the restaurants. The emphasis is always on the freshest seasonal Corfiot ingredients, whether that’s in Agora with its local delicacies (and culinary workshops to show you how to replicate them), in Frourio with its fine dining and chef’s table facing the open kitchen, in Psarotaverna with its regional seafood, or in Spianada with its gourmet street food from pop-up food truckers. Other sociable hotspots including a fresh-fruit bar, a beach/pool bar and a lounge-bar with signature cocktails and nightly music.

Everything has been designed here with an expert eye to maximising family time, including the purpose-built suites and retreats for all shapes and sizes of family, with large windows letting the Mediterranean sunshine flood in and tactile sustainable materials for a hand-crafted feel. Some of them boast private pools.

07/12/2024

🌞 The ULTIMATE Family Summer Holiday 🌊

🚢 Allure of the Seas

🗓 7 Night Western Med

📅 27th July 2025

✈️ London Gatwick flights

🚐 Transfers included

⚓️ Sailing from Barcelona

🗺 Itinerary Highlights

📍 Barcelona, Spain

🌴 Palma De Mallorca, Spain

🌊 Cruising

🎨 Florence/Pisa (Laspezia), Italy

🏛 Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

🍕 Naples, Italy

🌊 Cruising

📍 Barcelona, Spain

04/12/2024

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐫𝐢 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐚 𝐢𝐧 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫

🌄 Day 1-3: Sigiriya 🏰
Embark on an adventure to the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress! 🗿 Then, buckle up for an exciting Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park! 🚙🐘

🌳 Day 3-5: Gal Oya 🚤
Explore the wilderness with a thrilling Boat Safari, enjoy a peaceful Bird Walk, and dive into the mysteries of the jungle with a Jungle Night Walk! 🦜🌌

🌿 Day 5-7: Ella 🍃
Discover the secrets of tea at Halpewatta Tea Factory, roam around the charming town on a Small City Tour, feel the adrenaline rush on a Swing Ride, and catch the breathtaking sunset at Little Adam’s Peak! 🌅

🐳 Day 7-10: Bentota 🐢
Witness the giants of the ocean with Whale Watching in Mirissa, step back in time at Galle Dutch Fort, marvel at the adorable turtles at Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery, and explore the serene Balapitiya Mangrove River on a Safari! 🚤🐋

🏙️ Day 10-11: Colombo 🌇
Wrap up your journey with a leisurely day exploring the vibrant streets of Colombo! 🛍️🌴

Start planning your holiday. Contact me today.

02/12/2024

𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐲𝐩𝐫𝐮𝐬 - 𝐄𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐦

Right on hand for the spellbinding archaeological site of the Tombs of the Kings and just five minutes from Paphos’ pretty harbour, as well as being perfectly located for exploring local churches, wineries and artisan workshops, this palatial hotel with its colonnades, mosaics, waterfalls and pools offers inviting rooms, suites and villas that make it perfect for couples and families alike.

Set in the lemon-, orange- and lavender-scented gardens, the Elysium has a blissful spa using effervescent waters, soothing sounds and hypnotic aromas to relax.

30/11/2024

𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐫-𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐢 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞! 🌿🐘

Perfect for those eager to get up close with the gentle giants of the jungle, you'll spend your evenings unwinding in the comfort of luxury tents. 🏕️

Dive into The Elephant Camp's array of activities, including hands-on time where you'll bathe and feed an elephant — a genuinely awe-inspiring encounter! 🐘✨

But that's not all — paddle through River Sok on an exhilarating canoe ride 🛶 or kick back on a classic Burmese Junk Boat as you savor a delicious lunch. 🚤🍽️ Every day promises a fresh, exciting activity to keep the adrenaline pumping. 💪

As the evening sets in, find yourself entranced by captivating dance performances under a blanket of stars. 🌟💃

Bring the kids along for an incredible journey into nature's embrace, far from the digital world. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🍃 Here in the heart of Thailand, you'll discover a worry-free holiday brimming with fun for the whole family. 🎉

Don't let this spectacular family adventure slip by – it's an experience you're all going to cherish! 💖👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🐘

27/11/2024

This West Coast holiday includes a visit to glamourous LA, hiking to jaw dropping water falls in Yosemite, crossing the Golden Gate bridge this Journey will not disappoint.

Including an exciting road trip in a Mustang Convertible, a trip to vibrant Las Vegas and wine tasting in Napa Valley and this Journey will wow you.

🏜️ Visit the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas
🎭 Catch a Vegas Show
🌉 San Francisco City Tour & Alcatraz

25/11/2024

𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 - 𝐀𝐩𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐬, 𝐂𝐲𝐩𝐫𝐮𝐬

Aphrodite Hills Holiday Residences are a collection of luxury apartments and villas set within Paphos’ 578-acre Aphrodite Hills Resort - Cyprus’ finest sports and leisure resort complex.

The property offers well-appointed apartments and villas with fully-equipped kitchens, private and sharing pools and various landscaped gardens, serving as homes away from home. Stay in the opulent Elite Collection and Mythos Collection villas and benefit from exclusive services, such as private airport transfers and luxury food parcels delivered to your door.

Each guest receives a Guest Benefit Card, offering exclusive access to various hotel facilities. Unwind with detox wraps at the award-winning Retreat Spa or treat youngsters to activities like flower bouquet making at the kids club. The resort is centred around a Cypriot-style Village Square, home to restaurants like Italian trattoria Zimi, Greek eatery Pithari Tavern, the Gate to India and more.

23/11/2024

🌏 Central and South Vietnam Adventure 🌿

7 nights | private tour

✨ Explore Hue by night on a guided motorbike tour 🏍️

Stay in boutique hotels, perfectly situated for getting out and exploring 🏨

🌄 Traverse the spectacular Hai Van Pass in an open top war-era jeep 🚙

🤝 Get to know the locals as you eat with a local family in their home 🍲

✈️ Airport Transfers and all transport throughout 🚌

🥐 7 nights accommodation

🥐 Daily breakfasts, 1x lunch, 2x dinners

🗣️ English speaking local guides throughout

🏯 Guided tour of the forbidden city, Hue

🌙 Evening passenger scooter ride of Hue by night 🛵

📜 War era jeep journey via the Hai Van Pass

🍽️ Traditional meal hosted by a local in Hoi An

🌟 Guided tour of Hoi An off the beaten track

🏙️ Guided tour of Ho Chi Minh City

20/11/2024

𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 & 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐆𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲

Thailand offers a blend of rich history, vibrant culture, and captivating natural beauty. Explore the dynamism of Bangkok, visit riverside palaces and temples, delve into history on a day trip to see glorious past at the ruins of Ayutthaya, and discover World War II heritage at the River Kwai. Unwind at Hua Hin beach, a city beloved by the late king.

🏨 5 nights at COMO Metropolitan Bangkok
🏞️ 2 nights at Dheva Mantra Resort Kanchanaburi
🏖️ 3 nights at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin

🌆 Full Day Bangkok Tour
🌃 Tuk Tuk Midnight Food Tour
🚂 Ayutthaya by Rail, Road & River (Day Trip)
🏞️ Historical Day Tour to River Kwai (One Way Transfer to Kanchanaburi)

18/11/2024

𝐌𝐚𝐳𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 & 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭

The five-star Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort is a magical destination-resort where exhilarating adventures for all the family await.

Fly into Casablanca or Rabat Airports, catch a pre-arranged shuttle bus and when you arrive at the Mazagan in El Jadida, Morocco, discover an African paradise dotted with swaying palms, along with 7km of golden sand dunes and the Atlantic Ocean beyond.

There’s a menu of family-friendly activities available including quad biking, paint balling, tennis, football, horseback riding, biking and archery, along with kids’ clubs for youngsters of all ages. You’ll be impressed by the Mazagan’s exciting facilities; swim in the heated pool, play on the 18-hole 72-par Mazagan Golf Course designed by Gary Player – the longest course in Morocco – indulge in an authentic Moroccan hammam at the Mazagan Spa or try cardio training in the cutting-edge fitness room.

16/11/2024

🌴 Costa Rica East to West - 14 Nights 🌅

🏙️ San Jose - 🌿 Tortuguero - 🌋 La Fortuna - 🌳 Santa Elena - 🏖️ Nosara

See Costa Rica from Coast to Coast ✈️

Spot 🐢 sea turtles, 🐒 monkeys, 🐦 hummingbirds, and more in a country of richly diverse wildlife 🦋

Swim under waterfalls and in a geothermal lagoon in the jungle 🌊🌞

Ride the longest zipline in Latin America, above the cloud forest! 🌫️

Includes:

🚗 Private transfers from and to the airport

🛏️ 14 nights accommodation

🥐 Daily breakfasts, 4x lunches, 2x dinners

🚌 Shared bus from/to Tortuguero

🏞️ Tortuguero Village Tour & Canals

🌋 Arenal Volcano National Park guided hike

💦 La Fortuna Waterfall guided visit

🌿 Tenorio Volcano National Park guided tour

⚡ Zip lining experience Guided

☕ Coffee/Coco/Sugar Cane Farm visit in Monteverde

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Authentic community experience: ceramic and cooking classes in a house-museum 🍳

13/11/2024

𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐘𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤

The true Wild West experience, this journey presents the unique wonders of 4 US States, starting in Denver Colorado and driving a loop through Utah, Wyoming and South Dakota. National Parks, super volcanoes, cowboy towns and iconic landmarks abound in this once in a life time experience.

🏞️ Arches National Park
🏔️ Grand Teton National Park
🌋 Yellowstone National Park
🗿 Mount Rushmore

Get in touch to start planning your next holiday

12/11/2024

I’m thrilled to share that Travel Counsellors has been named the ‘Best Homeworking Network’ at the Wave Awards 2024! This award is a testament to our commitment to excellence in the cruise sector and beyond 🏆✨

I’m proud to be part of this dedicated community that works tirelessly to help create exceptional experiences for our customers. This achievement celebrates the strong relationships we’ve built with our luxury cruise partners and our customers. I believe in crafting personalised experiences that give my customers the freedom to explore the world with confidence.

11/11/2024

𝐆𝐅 𝐈𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥 - 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬

500m from the beach in sought-after Costa Adeje in the southwest of the island, the GF Isabel is a bright and breezy family-friendly property. 🌴👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Accommodation comes in the form of simply decorated apartments, bungalows, and villas with up to two bedrooms. The latter sleep a total of eight people, making the GF Isabel a great choice for multigenerational holidays or other get-togethers with family or friends. 🏡🛌👪

This is a lively resort with lots to do for all ages, from hectic water gladiator battles to gentle pétanque. A stand-out is the cycle center and bike hire for those who wish to explore Tenerife’s famously biker-pleasing terrain, and there’s also a desk for booking diving trips to see marine life. 🚴‍♂️🤿

Flexibility is key here: you can book on anything from a self-catering to an all-inclusive basis. Food on offer in the resort includes something for everyone, with the emphasis on local cuisine and produce, whether by the pool or in the buffet restaurant. There are also several inviting bars to choose from. 🍹🍽️

09/11/2024

𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐢 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐢 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐡 – 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐧𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝟏𝟒 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬-𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 🇻🇳

This once in a lifetime trip takes you to the real Vietnam. See Hanoi like a local, cruise beautiful Ha Long Bay, visit the stunning imperial City of Hue and relax in a hot spring retreat. Get off the beaten track in Hoi An and enjoy wonderful home made food. You tour ends in the vibrant city of Ho Chi Minh where you'll tour the Mekong Delta by sampan, cycle through rural villages and see the other side of the city.

TOUR INCLUDES:
🚐 𝘈𝘪𝘳𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯
🛏 𝘈𝘤𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 13 𝘯𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘴 𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘳𝘺
🤷‍♂️ 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘥𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦
✈ 𝘍𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘏𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘪 𝘵𝘰 𝘏𝘶𝘦 𝘰𝘯 𝘋𝘢𝘺 5 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘋𝘢 𝘕𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘏𝘊𝘔𝘊 𝘰𝘯 𝘋𝘢𝘺 11
🌆 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘢𝘭𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘏𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘪
🚤 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘏𝘢 𝘓𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘉𝘢𝘺
🏰 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘰𝘳𝘣𝘪𝘥𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘏𝘶𝘦
⛰️ 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘛𝘳𝘶𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘚𝘰𝘯 𝘔𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯
🌺 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯-𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱 𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘯 𝘴𝘱𝘢 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦
🚙 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘭 𝘵𝘰 𝘏𝘰𝘪 𝘈𝘯 𝘣𝘺 𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘺 𝘫𝘦𝘦𝘱 𝘷𝘪𝘢 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘏𝘢𝘪 𝘝𝘢𝘯 𝘗𝘢𝘴𝘴
🚶‍♀️ 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘢𝘭𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘏𝘰𝘪 𝘈𝘯 𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘵
🦶 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘧𝘰𝘰𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘛𝘳𝘢 𝘘𝘶𝘦 𝘷𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘨𝘦
👩‍🍳 𝘈𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘝𝘪𝘦𝘵𝘯𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘴𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘴
🌃 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘢𝘭𝘬 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘏𝘰𝘪 𝘈𝘯
🌾 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘉𝘦𝘯 𝘛𝘳𝘦 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘵 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘵
🛳 𝘊𝘳𝘶𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘥𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘦𝘬𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘙𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘺 𝘣𝘰𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘯
🚲 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘤𝘺𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘔𝘦𝘬𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘷𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘭𝘶𝘯𝘤𝘩

06/11/2024

𝐄𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐞 & 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐢

Explore the best of Southeast Asia on a journey through Singapore's modernity, Seminyak's trendy beach life, Ubud's cultural heart, and Uluwatu's dramatic cliffs. From iconic cityscapes to lush landscapes, this itinerary promises a perfect blend of urban excitement, cultural immersion, and natural beauty.

🏙️ 3 nights The Clan Singapore
🏝️ 3 nights Potato Head Seminyak
🌿 3 nights Alila Ubud
🌅 3 nights Anantara Uluwatu

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