Travel by Davina

27/03/2025

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31/01/2025

On the 4742685th day of January, here are some of the travel trends that I've noticed this month.

Multi generation and group travel
This has been a big one since COVID. Families gathering over Christmas seeking warmer climes, families spending their summer together for some rest and relaxation (and a pool for the kids to jump in and out of on repeat), and of course those big milestone birthday celebrations bringing families from all over the world to celebrate in one place. 

Booking ahead 
There are some destinations like African safaris and Japan for example where it's best to be organised and plan at least 12 months beforehand. I'm already working on several itineraries for trips well into 2026. Although the flights won't be released yet, we can work on the itinerary and secure the best accommodation and experiences for you now. 

Coolcation
Summer mountain holidays are proving very popular. I tried it myself last Summer and I loved it. I've had many clients worried about the Mediterranean heat in the Summer who are now considering Summer in the French and Italian Alps. 

I haven't yet seen a multi gen group looking to book Summer 2026 in the mountains - if that's you, send me a DM and let's chat! 

📷 at my first event of the year with x

Whatever your travel plans are, if you'd like an informal chat to find out how I can help you or if you're ready to start planning your trip, please get in touch  - 
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I'd love to help you plan your dream holiday!

17/01/2025

A 'halfway through January' catch up ✨

1. Delightful site inspection - perfect for couples, families and business travel. Great location off Oxford St. My clients benefit from complimentary breakfast, $100 hotel credit, priority upgrade and more. Plus I know the best rooms for you!
2. Dyson hairdryers and Airwrap for the win
3. A reception desk made from 8,000 used coffee cups
4. If you're after amazing Greek food in London, save this pic! Thank you for an informative and delicious lunch and the best hosts

5. Lots of bed hopping with the kids at the moment and I'm very much lacking on the sleep front, which has got me dreaming about my first work trip at . Fresh mountain air, a cosy lodge and my own bed. Bliss.
6. Secured the last Lagoon Suite .bluelagoon for a special girls trip. This suite gives direct access to their private geothermal lagoon. Spa treatments are being booked and a self drive itinerary around Iceland is being planned.
7. Beautiful villa options in Thailand - there are young children in this family group so pool safety is important and I have been checking that pool fences are available at all the properties that I am proposing
8. My intern perusing TTG Luxury magazine. Start them young !

11/01/2025

Happy 2025! ✨

This week I've been working with clients in the UK, US, Canada and Australia and the big theme around the trips has been group travel.

From a group of friends going to Lapland, a big family group planning their Summer holidays and a girls trip to Iceland, these clients have realised that it's much easier to hand over the logistics and planning to an expert like me allowing them to have more time to spend with these friends and family instead of hours of research and indecision.

If you're ready to plan a trip just for the two of you or a big group trip, send me a DM and we can chat.

Let me show you a world of stress free and elevated travel planning.

📷 No fancy hotel snaps, just my local wetlands. Inspired by and becoming an awe hunter finding the joy in winter.

Whatever your travel plans are, if you'd like an informal chat to find out how I can help you or if you're ready to start planning your trip, please get in touch -
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I'd love to help you plan your dream holiday!

04/01/2025

Where will 2025 take you? 🌎

Planning a big family milestone celebration?
A special safari for your honeymoon?
Some sun in the Mediterranean for your family Summer holiday?

Let me take the stress away from planning and researching yourself. I'll put together a bespoke itinerary designed just for you.

Whatever your travel plans are, if you'd like an informal chat to find out how I can help you or if you're ready to start planning your trip, please get in touch -
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I'd love to help you plan your dream holiday!

29/12/2024

Hello, I'm Davina, welcome to my page. Let me show you how to travel better.

I am so much more than a travel agent.

I am a luxury travel concierge with a global little black book which allows me to curate memorable and unique travel experiences for my clients.

From trips with friends, your honeymoon, your first trip with babies and beyond, I am my clients' first phone call when they need to travel, and tend to stay part of their travel world for years to come.

If you're ready to elevate your travel, send me a DM and let's chat.

19/12/2024

From tots to teens and everything in between, there's no doubt the biggest VIPs on holiday are the children.

Whether you're looking for a getaway from it all beach retreat, the perfect alpine adventure in the fresh mountain air, or the adrenalin fuelled excitement of a first safari. Let me curate for you an inspirational, meaningful and most importantly memorable family getaway.

Ready to make happy family memories? Send me a DM or comment ❤️ below and let's start planning your next getaway.

10/12/2024

London at Christmas 🎄

All the festive feels this week - Christmas at the Royal Albert Hall, Christmas parties and my daily dose of mince pies starts now.

In the midst of all these festivities, our front door looks bare with no wreath and there's a big Christmas tree shaped hole in our living room because we still need to go and choose our tree.

If your to-do list is also never-ending and planning your next trip is somewhere on that list, why not delegate that action to an expert?

I'll take it off your hands and plan it even better than you'll have been able to do yourself. Meanwhile, you can tick off the rest of your list, or simply sit back and bask in the glory of your tree that you've decorated and made pretty whilst I've been planning your trip.

Ready to delegate travel planning and elevate your next journey? Send me a DM, I'm ready to help.

05/12/2024

Do travel agents even exist nowadays? 🤔

Let's just say, I'm not your mother's travel agent.

Curious? Send me a DM and let me show you how to elevate your next trip.

24/11/2024

Great news coming from for next year.

Ikos is always so popular with my clients who love it's family friendly ultra all inclusive offering, but one of the things lacking at Ikos has been evening childcare so this change will make lots of parents (and kids!) very excited.

With seven hotels spread across Greece and Spain, I can advise which would suit you and your family's requirements best.

Whatever your travel plans are, if you'd like an informal chat to find out how I can help you or if you're ready to start planning your trip, please get in touch -
DM
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I'd love to help you plan your dream holiday!

15/11/2024

One of my favourite hotels from my recent Sardinia trip was 🇮🇹

Away from the coast, with the backdrop of the Supramonte mountains (fun fact, these are of the same rock as the Dolomites and provide an equally dramatic view), Su Gologone was charming, authentic and full of little surprises.

I loved the unique art collection dotted around (over 800 pieces!), the beautiful views, the colourful and quirky outdoor lounge areas.

If you wanted to stay onsite, you wouldn't be bored. There's a spa plus daily activities include making mosaics and dreamcatchers, pottery and yoga classes. Nearby, there is hiking to do, villages to visit, horse riding and much more.

Foodies would love the main restaurant - a popular spot with locals, it really filled up when we were there for lunch. Spit roasted suckling pig, grandma's handrolled pasta and local fresh ingredients - we all agreed that this was the best meal of the trip.

I'm definitely going to be recommending this one to couples looking for relaxation and to connect with each other. If this sounds like somewhere you'd like to go, send me a DM and I can help you plan an unforgettable authentic Sardinian experience.

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Whatever your travel plans are, if you'd like an informal chat to find out how I can help you or if you're ready to start planning your trip, please get in touch -
DM
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I'd love to help you plan your dream holiday!

12/11/2024

There's one person in my household who claims they wouldn't enjoy the Maldives because they would be too bored (clue, it's not me, or my kids). What they haven't realised is that with nearly 200 resorts to choose from, there's something for everyone.

Here are my top picks for festive family fun with activities which will keep the whole family happy:

Gingerbread House Decorating
Family Movie Night Under the Stars
Santa’s Football Tournament
Christmas Kids Karaoke Night

With such a vast array of resorts to choose from, I understand how choosing the perfect resort to meet your individual needs and tastes can feel overwhelming.

Let me help guide you through how unique each resort is. Every property has its own charm, atmosphere, and offerings so not all will align with your specific desires, but working with me will help you find the ideal resort for you.

Whatever your travel plans are, if you'd like an informal chat to find out how I can help you or if you're ready to start planning your trip, please get in touch -
DM
[email protected]
I'd love to help you plan your dream holiday!

23/09/2024

Kind words from a Tuscan mini moon 🇮🇹💕

Multiple hotel stays as part of a roadtrip around Tuscany with special treats for the newly weds at every stop.

All my clients are VIPs whatever your reason for travelling. You're not just a confirmation number to me and I'll look after you every step of the journey.

Whatever your travel plans are, if you'd like an informal chat to find out how I can help you or if you're ready to start planning your trip, please get in touch -
DM
[email protected]
I'd love to help you plan your dream holiday!

12/08/2024

Happy world elephant day 🐘

And who doesn't love a baby elephant?? These photos are from my first safari experience in Kenya. Nothing compares to being able to witness these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat. I remember so vividly sitting in our vehicle holding my breath as these giant animals marched towards us, and the protectiveness around the youngest members of the herd.

Kenya and South Africa are fantastic for a first safari experience. Whether you're a family with young rangers in tow, honeymooners looking for a special experience with your loved one or a multi gen group looking to create unforgettable memories together, I can help guide you towards your perfect safari. We can work together to find the best camps for you and if you're looking to combine with a beach break or more exploring before or after, I'll plan all that (and more!) for you too.

Drop a 🐘in the comments below if you're ready to start planning your next safari.

Whatever your travel plans are, if you'd like an informal chat to find out how I can help you or if you're ready to start planning your trip, please get in touch -
DM
[email protected]
I'd love to help you plan your dream holiday!

24/07/2024

23/07/2024

Oh la la! 🇫🇷

Some dreamy Paris travel inspiration just in time for the Olympic Games! These are images from the newly renovated Suite Lumiere and Imperial Suite at

As an Pearl Partner I have some magnifique offers with all hotels across the brand, including:
✨ Upgrade at the time of booking
✨ Complimentary breakfast
✨ Hotel credit
✨ and some special surprises

From elegant Parisian apartments, to cosy boutique hotel rooms, I've got plenty of recommendations for a fab city stay. I'll be heading to the Paris Olympics myself next month with tickets for the table tennis and athletics, and of course fitting in some hotel visits.

Let me help put together your itinerary for your next city break. Comment 🇫🇷 below to find out more.

08/07/2024