John Spy - Travel Counsellors, Scotland, UK

23/11/2024

The walk in to tonight's Black Tie Gala Dinner hosted by Vernon Kay!

21/11/2024

Today I am heading to Manchester for our 30th Anniversary Conference this weekend. My out of office is still on but am available on the phone.

20/11/2024

And......it's done! 62 appointments with some fantastic Aussie suppliers. Now relax and celebrate with everyone that we did it!!

07/11/2024

Here is a short video of some of Europe's best Christmas Markets. I could only put a few on here and there are other great ones so get in touch for more info or options.

26/10/2024

Don't forget that the clocks go back 1 hour at 2am GMT tonight!!

Make the most of your long lie tomorrow and change them before going to bed!!

24/10/2024

09/10/2024

This week's episode of 'Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby' is on TV tonight and it takes us to The Datai in Langkawi, a firm favourite with many of my clients and a tropical paradise where luxury meets nature 🌿. Are you ready to explore the island's stunning rainforests and pristine beaches?

Contact me to plan your next adventure to Langkawi and the opportunity to stay at this incredible hotel.

08/10/2024

Not only is Singapore a great stopover destination for trips to Australia and New Zealand amongst others, it is pretty special in it's own right.

It has a world class airport with butterfly garden, swimming pool and waterfall, and the city has incredible views, great shopping, a fantastic zoo, brilliant nightlife options, magical beaches, it's own vibrant island that is connected to the mainland via a causeway and cable car and some of the best hotels in the world.

If you would like any more information or a quote, just let me know and I will do all I can to help.

Thanks go to Singapore Tourism Board for the images.

03/10/2024

Posted after I received an email from FB tonight.

I do not authorize META, Facebook or any entity associated with Facebook or Instagram to use my photos, information, messages or posts, past or future.
With this statement, I notify Facebook that
it is strictly prohibited to disclose, copy, distribute or take any other action against me based on this profile and/or its contents. Violation of privacy may be punishable by law.

Here's how to do If you are thinking of getting off FB because of the volume of sales ads and trash stuff. So hold your finger anywhere in this post and click ′copy’. Go to your page where it says ‘What's on your mind?’ Tap your finger anywhere in the blank field. Click paste. This upgrades the system.
Hello new and old friends!

IT ACTUALLY WORKED!!!! 👍👊🙏
Hold your finger anywhere in this message and “copy” will appear. Click “copy”. Then go to your page, create a new post and place your finger anywhere in the empty field. “Paste” will appear and click Paste.
This will bypass the system….

He who does nothing consents.

03/10/2024

Are you watching Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby on TV? If so, enjoy this week's offering which is the fantastic Hassler Hotel in Rome.

01/10/2024

Sri Lanka has changed its policy on visas for British travellers for the third time in less than six weeks.

At the end of August, it said tourists would be able to visit Sri Lanka for 30 days on a free visa under a six-month pilot programme, effective from 1 October. Then, in early September, it said it would allow ‘visa-free’ entry to 38 nationalities, including Brits, with immediate effect.

Now, it’s been announced travellers with British passports must apply for a 30-day tourist visa at a cost of US$50.

Let's wait and see if this remains or if they change it again? 😏

23/09/2024

I’m incredibly proud to be part of the Travel Counsellors community, and I’m thrilled to share that as a company, we’ve just hit record sales figures of £1 billion! This fantastic achievement wouldn’t be possible without the support of our wonderful supplier partners and valued customers like you, many of whom follow me on my socials.

I truly appreciate you trusting me, and my wider Travel Counsellors support colleagues, to take care of your holiday requirements. It’s something that I take great pride in, and I value the relationship we’ve built. So from the bottom of my heart, Thanks a billion!


23/09/2024

I’m incredibly proud to be part of the Travel Counsellors community, and I’m thrilled to share that as a company, we’ve just hit record sales figures of £1 billion! This fantastic achievement wouldn’t be possible without the support of our fabulous supplier partners and without valued customers like you. Many of both connect with me on here!

I truly appreciate you trusting me, and my wider Travel Counsellors support colleagues, to take care of your holiday requirements. It’s something that I take great pride in, and I value the relationship we’ve built. Truly, thanks a billion!


13/09/2024

Starting in the first half of 2025, passengers travelling from a number of countries, including the UK, will need an ETIAS travel authorisation to enter 30 EU countries.

Rest assured, when you book with me, I will be with you every step of the way, ensuring whatever changes may happen, all the details are taken care of.

Myself and all my colleagues really do care more than anyone else when it comes to booking your perfect holiday, so all you need to do is look forward to your next adventure!

** UPDATE ** The start date for the above is currently 10 Nov 2024, but there is a realistic possibility that this will be pushed back as not all airports are ready for passengers giving fingerprints and biometric data.

06/09/2024

It's National Travel Agent Day! 🙋‍♂️

Here's five reasons why you should book your next holiday with me, with unmatched financial protection and personal service, I offer peace of mind, ensuring that every detail of your next adventure is taken care of. I did post these fairly recently but showing them again today seemed appropriate!!

Ready to plan your next trip? Contact me today, and let's make your travel dreams a reality! ✈️



06/08/2024

If you are unsure of who Travel Counsellors are or why you should consider booking through us, here are 5 quick and simple reasons that will hopefully set aside any worries you may have.

Also, for Australia and New Zealand I am undoubtedly the best person to use, with vast experience gained through multiple visits, contacts and training and I have achieved the highest level of training for both countries and they are definitely my specialist areas.

01/08/2024

Chihuahua is Mexico's largest state and as yet is largely unknown to tourists.

However, it is an incredible destination and is well worth considering if you want to go somewhere most, if not all, of your friends will never have been before.

You can explore via the Chepe Train or even take a ferry across the Sea of Cortez to Baja California Sur. It is a fabulous destination and is great for Instagrammable images.

For more information, or to plan a journey, just get in touch.

With almost 250,000 km2 (slightly larger than the total area of the United Kingdom or Romania), Chihuahua is the largest state in Mexico, and is a real world...

30/07/2024

There is still some limited availability to get away this summer or if you have already been away then why not look at a week in October or November for your last bit of sun before winter kicks in.