Never A Wasted Journey

Never A Wasted Journey An award winning travel consultancy specialising in luxury tailor-made holidays worldwide.

'Never A Wasted Journey' is an award winning travel consultancy specialising in luxury tailor-made holidays and adventures worldwide. For those who are itching to escape as soon as possible; with limitations on where you can go, an avalanche of information and new guidelines, and not enough time to research the mind boggling number of variations. My aim is to make your journeys less complex and mo

re seamless in a world which has become more complex. From private jets to your own departure lounge, I work closely with exclusive airport service providers around the globe to enhance your safety and minimise your journey time. Feel secure, safe in the knowledge that your health and well-being has been carefully considered and taken care of. My bespoke approach offers flexibility with the standard terms and conditions and also financially protecting my clients as a priority. Each booking is unique and I will work with you to ensure we include all the right elements for a perfect trip. Only using trusted and vetted suppliers that are fully bonded you can book with confidence knowing I will look after you and being in regular communication with the Foreign Office I make sure my clients are fully warned of any potential dangers they may face. I also provide an emergency contact number where it is possible to speak to me 24 hours a day should any unforeseen circumstances arise whilst away. My philosophy is to save your precious time by sourcing the perfect holiday for you at a perfect price without you completing hours of research and sometimes guesswork to achieve a possibly inferior result. Having personally experienced working as a ski instructor in the French Alps, trekking the Inca Trail in Peru, partying at the Rio Carnival, wildlife safaris throughout Africa, relaxing on the islands of the Indian Ocean, walking the Great Wall of China, pit lane walks at the Singapore Grand Prix, observing the Orang-utans in Borneo, gorilla trekking in Uganda, sailing through the Whitsunday Islands of Australia and much more, my knowledge is extensive, personal and highly relevant. Through my contacts worldwide I can include fantastic added extras at no extra cost. This may include a room upgrade, a spa treatment or a romantic beach dinner to name a few. I am also able to offer exclusive experiences that you simply could not book yourself, making every holiday that ‘holiday of a lifetime’ and adding that special ‘wow’ factor which will stay in your memory forever. How about sunrise yoga at the top of the Empire State Building in New York or swapping your teenagers X-Box for creating a wildlife documentary with an award-winning filmmaker in Kenya? I know your time is precious and your holiday plans are of huge importance, so you maximise the experience from the time and budget available. I offer that seamless quality service that others only aspire to and I provide a level of care and attention to detail that is second to none.

18/03/2025

And for all of you looking to get away for some time without tots, tweens and teens in tow, then I can help with that too 😎 😎 😎

So please do get in touch and let me share my grown-up hideaways and places to spend doing exactly what you want, when you want 🚤 🏝️ 🍹

17/03/2025

When someone says the Maldives isn't for kids ❌

You just need to know where to stay 😎 😎 😎

Allow Never A Wasted Journey to create the perfect family escape, so you can simply focus on making joyful memories with your little ones 🚤 🏝️ ❤️

This time last week 🙌🙌Thank you all for your continued support and here's to another year of creating some fantastic tri...
13/03/2025

This time last week 🙌🙌

Thank you all for your continued support and here's to another year of creating some fantastic trips for you 🙏

12/03/2025

Good Morning from Never A Wasted Journey HQ ☕️

A busy day ahead with some fantastic trips to design, but please feel free to also get in touch as I'd love to be able to help 🛥️ 🏝️ ☀️

WOW, WOW, WOW...I'm beyond proud to have last night been named 'Luxury Travel Designer of the Year for London' at the Ca...
07/03/2025

WOW, WOW, WOW...

I'm beyond proud to have last night been named 'Luxury Travel Designer of the Year for London' at the Carrier A-List Awards 2025 🏆 🏆

A huge thank you to all of the team at Carrier, all the suppliers for a fantastic evening at BAFTA and to all of you for your continued support - it really does mean so much to me 🙏 🙏

05/03/2025

When you're looking for that blow out of a trip...

Be it a special occasion, a work incentive or perhaps to simply treat yourself, Sir Richard Branson’s private island paradise won't disappoint 🏝️ 🏝️

At 74 acres, Necker Island sits in turquoise waters surrounded by coral reefs, fringed with beautiful white sandy beaches and is home to the most spectacular wildlife 🪸 🪸

Guest accommodation on Necker Island boasts panoramic ocean views and while no two rooms are the same, they all offer complete privacy and some even have their very own plunge pool 🍹 🍹

There's an incredible amount to see and do both on and off the island. Explore the hiking trails by foot, take to the waters on a paddleboard, relax in the hands of the spa therapists, make friends with the local wildlife, or discover the tranquil beaches ⛵️ ⛵️

Every element of your stay is tailored to you, and that includes your dining experiences. Chefs create mouthwatering menus, while adding a touch of the Caribbean to your plate. The famous floating sushi bar is also not to be missed! 🍣 🍣

Come an evening, have fun at a beach party, casino night, UV party and much more 🍾 🍾

Sir Richard Branson designed Necker Island to be his family’s home, so it's no surprise that the island is a paradise for children. From treasure hunts to feeding the lemurs, on Necker there are plenty of things for children to do, most of which will keep them active all day long! 🐒🐒

For total privacy, exclusive hire of Necker Island is the way to go, however there are selected dates throughout the year when you can book an individual room, or a few rooms too 😎 😎

To find out more please do get in touch 🛩️ 🛩️

03/03/2025

Designed to feel like a private yacht, Explora Journeys offers a new era of luxury ocean travel - think impeccably designed ocean-front suites and the very best in culinary, wellness and entertainment experiences.

The benefit of sailing with Explora is that you will feel as though you are staying in a luxury hotel, but at sea, and you're also able to visit multiple destinations in one trip.

From the glamorous Monaco Grand Prix to the mysterious South American Amazon, the itineraries for the year ahead and beyond are quite simply sensational.

To find out more and to create your own journey, please do get in touch.

"Just a quick note to say thank you so much for arranging a fabulous holiday for us! We had the most amazing time, perfe...
27/02/2025

"Just a quick note to say thank you so much for arranging a fabulous holiday for us! We had the most amazing time, perfect weather and the hotel was great. Excellent service from start to finish and such a beautiful setting.

Thank you for being amazing!

Faye and Adam ###"

26/02/2025

It's a tough life...

But even if it means being the designated chauffeur, who would swap this rainy weather for white sands, tropical palms and sunny skies?

Wherever and with whoever you may have in mind, Never A Wasted Journey is here to help... Be it a solo trip, as a couple, with friends or even tots, tweens and teens in tow.

25/02/2025

Family Adventures Await...

I get it, time away with your children is precious. So, why not free yourself of planning responsibilities and allow Never A Wasted Journey to design a holiday (with a number of unique experiences included along the way) that will create memories to last a lifetime 🚤 🏝️ 🧑‍🍳 🍕 🍭 🐬

Be one of the first to experience OKU Bodrum...Set on Bodrum peninsula’s northern coast, OKU Bodrum, will be an adult-on...
18/02/2025

Be one of the first to experience OKU Bodrum...

Set on Bodrum peninsula’s northern coast, OKU Bodrum, will be an adult-only retreat overlooking the Aegean Sea with breathtaking views 🏖️ 🏖️

The hotel will have 58 rooms and suites, two restaurants, a sunset bar, extensive spa and fitness studio, and its prime location offers direct access to a protected bay for swimming 🍹 🍹

With a private jetty providing boat access for ocean-faring experiences to quiet lagoons, nearby islands, or the region’s famous vibrant marinas with globally renowned restaurants and beach clubs, the hotel is perfectly positioned for exploring the peninsula by both land and sea 🥢 🍣

With stays possible from the 11th July onwards, please do get in touch to find out more ✈️ 🇹🇷

Highway highlife...Cruise through California's most iconic cities and landscapes, drinking in the dramatic delights of S...
18/02/2025

Highway highlife...

Cruise through California's most iconic cities and landscapes, drinking in the dramatic delights of San Francisco, Big Sur and Los Angeles with the wind in your hair and a thrill in your heart 🇺🇸 🇺🇸

"I left my heart in San Francisco", sang Tony Bennett. The various gems of Americas West Coast have been immortalised in many a lyric, novel and film, their creators drawn to the beaches and bridges, hills and vineyards, city heights and bright lights. San Francisco has serious soul, charming visitors with its Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and nearby winelands of Napa and Sonoma 🌉 🌉

Drive 150 miles down the coast to the wild wonderland of Big Sur; think beachside waterfalls, looming cliffs and the iconic Bixby Bridge, as seen in the Nicole Kidman smash hit Big Little Lies 🚗🚗

The romantic, secluded Post Ranch Inn is perched atop the cliffs; televisions are swapped for wood-burning fireplaces and decks with views that are out of this world. Occupy your time with everything from champagne breakfasts in bed and couples' massages to stargazing experiences and golf at the world-famous Pebble Beach nearby: The hotel's award-winning cellar, which features more than 14,000 bottles, will whet appetites for Santa Barbara, the next port of call 🍷 🍷

At El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, expect gorgeous 1920s Cali-chic in suites and bungalows with rainforest showers. Within its landscaped grounds can be found a lily pond and a zero-edge pool ☀️ ☀️

Onwards down the iconic Pacific
Coast Highway - to Tinseltown, La La Land, the City of Angels: Los Angeles 🛍️ 🛍️

The all-suite London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills is the place to stay, in a neighbourhood with a glitzy, vibrant reputation that precedes it: panoramic city skyline views, a rooftop pool with gorgeous cabanas, and rooftop drinks and dining, a venue beloved by Hollywood stars 🍸 🍸

You'll leave the Golden State knowing exactly why it makes people feel so good and return time and time again with Never A Wasted Journey✨ ✨

A bridge to the past...Discover the wonders of Sicily, 'the Mediterranean pearl, which is positively overrun with histor...
17/02/2025

A bridge to the past...

Discover the wonders of Sicily, 'the Mediterranean pearl, which is positively overrun with history, with mesmerising architecture to match 🇮🇹 🇮🇹

Stay at the Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina, which commands breathtaking views of Mount Etna from its elevated position and exudes a timeless glamour 🏔️ 🏔️

First on the agenda: a walking tour tracing the filming locations of The White Lotus. The sumpruous portrayal of Taormina in the second series reflects real life - it really is that romantic 🎥 🎞️

The following day, treat yourself to a cooking class in the stunning surroundings of a Sicilian home stacked with old books, paintings and memorabilia 👨‍🍳 👩‍🍳

Take the next day to tackle Mount Etna in a 4x4 tour, followed by hiking with an Alpine guide. Stop for wine tasting and lunch on the way back 🥾 🥾

If time allows, why not extend your stay and head to one of the largest archacological sites. Delve into history with a guided tour at dusk, exploring statues, tombs and temples. Villa Athena (a luxurious 18th-century residence which overlooks the site) is the place to stay here 🏛️🏛️

Perhaps spend a few nights fully committed to R&R at the ADLER Spa Resort SICILIA, where location is everything; it's found on a hill overlooking the sea, alongside a protected stretch of unspoilt sandy beaches and exquisite bays. It also boasts a spa with tailored health programmes and gourmet experiences that go to the heart of Sicilian cuisine 🏖️🏖️

Or ease yourself out of the Sicilian way of life slowly, with a few final days in Palermo. On a walking tour of this UNESCO World Heritage site, devour local specialties learn more about the striking architecture. Villa Igiea, I recommend to be your home - after a refurbishment stamped Rocco Fortes signature opulence on this 19th century palazzo, it has become the place to stay in the Sicilian capital 😌😌

To tailormake your own Sicilian adventure please do get in touch 🚤 🚤

Take to the skies...The only thing better than a safari is a safari that factors in the magic of flight 🛩️ 🛩️ A safari i...
16/02/2025

Take to the skies...

The only thing better than a safari is a safari that factors in the magic of flight 🛩️ 🛩️

A safari in Africa really does change people; its magnificent, teeming vastness, home to countless animals of every size 🐘 🐘

How best to take in as much as humanly possible in just seven nights? With SkySafari, which will fly you between some of the most luxurious accommodation in style on a plane that seats just eight people ⛺️ ⛺️

Days are spent on bush walks with the local Maasai, witnessing what feels like the real-life cast of the Lion King - the Big Five (black rhinoceros, elephants, buffaloes, lions and leopards) all live here 🐆 🐆

At dusk, retreat to one of the open-fronted treehouses and sip a sundowner on the deck outside 🍸 🍸

Many leave with tears in their eyes, happy to have had such an experience they will deeply miss. However, the song of the savannah always calls you back 💫 💫

Connect with neighbours...Puglia is home to whitewashed villages and olive groves, one of which you pass through to reac...
15/02/2025

Connect with neighbours...

Puglia is home to whitewashed villages and olive groves, one of which you pass through to reach Borgo Egnazia, a family-run property which feels quintessentially Italian 🇮🇹 🇮🇹

The surrounding centuries-old farmland screams 'Puglia, but Borgo Egnazia also facilitates experiences designed to allow guests to immerse themselves in local life: you can tour the region by vintage car, enrol in an olive oil tasting session, and tick the neighbouring landscapes 🍷 🍷

In Tenerife, Royal River is exploring innovative ways of unlocking the island. One of these is through design: the resort, a haven of pure luxury and tranquillity, is also contemporary and full of quirks 🌴🌴

Another way is through unforgettable experiences: get up close to marine wildlife aboard a sailing trip, or savour Canarian wines with the hotel's sommelier. You can also explore the National Park; experience the vibrant Carnival - an extravaganza of parades, music, and costumes; or unwind on the island's beaches ⛵️ ⛵️

If you're looking for a cultural escape, you'll struggle to do better than Athens. History merges with myth in the Greek capital, which is still dominated by landmarks like the Acropolis 🇬🇷 🇬🇷

Despite Athens' classical origins, the area's hotel scene is breaking ground. The newest kid on the block is 91 Athens Riviera, which has the USP of being a sophisticated glamping resort. This is about as far as it gets from camping in a field: safari-style 'Luxents', as they're called, come complete with balconies and plunge pools ⛺️ ⛺️

Happy Valentine's Day from Never A Wasted Journey...Wishing all you lovebirds a day filled with happiness, love and laug...
14/02/2025

Happy Valentine's Day from Never A Wasted Journey...

Wishing all you lovebirds a day filled with happiness, love and laughter.

And for all who may be single this year, just remember "Rose are red, violets are blue, chocolate is cheaper than a dinner for two".

❤️ ❤️ ❤️

The art of travel...Whatever your motive for experiencing more of the world, one of the most rewarding pursuits is to co...
13/02/2025

The art of travel...

Whatever your motive for experiencing more of the world, one of the most rewarding pursuits is to connect with the local way of life 😌 😌

Travel shapes who we are, broadening our minds and allowing us to see the world from a different angle. You don't need to go far to find these moments; you just need to look beyond tourist spots and into worlds inhabited by locals. Seck out encounters and experiences outside of your everyday: This is when "holidaying" becomes 'travelling' - when you can throw away the guidebook and feel the essence of a place ✈️ 🗺️

Feel Enriched...Holidays that can be summed up as neatly as 'five-star R&R' are simply delightful: others - those that i...
13/02/2025

Feel Enriched...

Holidays that can be summed up as neatly as 'five-star R&R' are simply delightful: others - those that involve immersion in local culture, exploration of landscapes, and engagement with the past - can be rather more complicated, but the good news is that I'm here to help.

Take to the highways of America's west coast and feel as though the novels you've read and the films you've seen are coming to life. Take to the skies of Tanzania to get far more than the Big Five you bargained for; the song of the savannah will echo until you return. Take to the water in vessels big and small to truly understand the importance of the mighty sea to many a local community. Take in millennia of history, stories, myths and traditions in Italy and Greece.

Allow Never A Wasted Journey to help take the stress of your travel planning and open doors to unique experiences that you'll remember for years to come.

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And for all of you looking to get away for some time without tots, tweens and teens in tow, then I can help with that too 😎 😎 😎 So please do get in touch and let me share my grown-up hideaways and places to spend doing exactly what you want, when you want 🚤 🏝️ 🍹

When someone says the Maldives isn't for kids ❌ You just need to know where to stay 😎 😎 😎 Allow Never A Wasted Journey to create the perfect family escape, so you can simply focus on making joyful memories with your little ones 🚤 🏝️ ❤️

Good Morning from Never A Wasted Journey HQ ☕️ A busy day ahead with some fantastic trips to design, but please feel free to also get in touch as I'd love to be able to help 🛥️ 🏝️ ☀️

When you're looking for that blow out of a trip... Be it a special occasion, a work incentive or perhaps to simply treat yourself, Sir Richard Branson’s private island paradise won't disappoint 🏝️ 🏝️ At 74 acres, Necker Island sits in turquoise waters surrounded by coral reefs, fringed with beautiful white sandy beaches and is home to the most spectacular wildlife 🪸 🪸 Guest accommodation on Necker Island boasts panoramic ocean views and while no two rooms are the same, they all offer complete privacy and some even have their very own plunge pool 🍹 🍹 There's an incredible amount to see and do both on and off the island. Explore the hiking trails by foot, take to the waters on a paddleboard, relax in the hands of the spa therapists, make friends with the local wildlife, or discover the tranquil beaches ⛵️ ⛵️ Every element of your stay is tailored to you, and that includes your dining experiences. Chefs create mouthwatering menus, while adding a touch of the Caribbean to your plate. The famous floating sushi bar is also not to be missed! 🍣 🍣 Come an evening, have fun at a beach party, casino night, UV party and much more 🍾 🍾 Sir Richard Branson designed Necker Island to be his family’s home, so it's no surprise that the island is a paradise for children. From treasure hunts to feeding the lemurs, on Necker there are plenty of things for children to do, most of which will keep them active all day long! 🐒🐒 For total privacy, exclusive hire of Necker Island is the way to go, however there are selected dates throughout the year when you can book an individual room, or a few rooms too 😎 😎 To find out more please do get in touch 🛩️ 🛩️

Travel in style onboard Explora Journeys...
Travel in style onboard Explora Journeys...

Designed to feel like a private yacht, Explora Journeys offers a new era of luxury ocean travel - think impeccably designed ocean-front suites and the very best in culinary, wellness and entertainment experiences. The benefit of sailing with Explora is that you will feel as though you are staying in a luxury hotel, but at sea, and you're also able to visit multiple destinations in one trip. From the glamorous Monaco Grand Prix to the mysterious South American Amazon, the itineraries for the year ahead and beyond are quite simply sensational. To find out more and to create your own journey, please do get in touch.

It's a tough life... But even if it means being the designated chauffeur, who would swap this rainy weather for white sands, tropical palms and sunny skies? Wherever and with whoever you may have in mind, Never A Wasted Journey is here to help... Be it a solo trip, as a couple, with friends or even tots, tweens and teens in tow.

Family Adventures Await... I get it, time away with your children is precious. So, why not free yourself of planning responsibilities and allow Never A Wasted Journey to design a holiday (with a number of unique experiences included along the way) that will create memories to last a lifetime 🚤 🏝️ 🧑‍🍳 🍕 🍭 🐬

Feel every moment on holiday with Never A Wasted Journey... Here's to a new year of travel 🚤 🏝️ 🍸 🐘 🎿

Are you planning an extra special holiday in 2025? Whether you’re looking to propose, treating yourself to a once in a lifetime trip, celebrating a birthday, anniversary or honeymoon like Alex and Rend, I can help you handle everything with that personal touch ❤️ ❤️ Special occasions are times to treat yourself, so make it one to remember for all the right reasons. From tropical island escapes to city getaways, allow me to share my favourite hotels and experiences for celebrating those special occasions ✨ ✨

When you just need to beat the winter blues... Imagine white sands, gentle rolling waves and a sea breeze rustling palm trees overhead. Add one of my partnered properties, attentive service and a stress-free itinerary planned down to the smallest detail, and you're half way towards a luxury beach holiday with Never A Wasted Journey 🏝️ 🏝️ 🏝️ So get in touch and let's start planning your winter escape 😎😎😎

Where would you like to go next? A simple question to ask, a harder one to answer. With the whole world at your fingertips, how do you even begin to choose? Thankfully myself and my trusted partners are at the cutting edge of luxury travel - frequently visiting locations worldwide and knowing exactly what to look for, from unveiling the latest trends to seeking out the world's best hotels and special places. Whether you're planning to get away in the latter months of this year, or you're looking ahead to 2025, we can provide you with all the inspiration you'll need.

An amazing experience snorkelling with turtles today 🤿 🐢

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