Travel Less Ordinary

23/06/2024

Out Of Office ON!!

So as many of you know I away for the next few weeks for some surgery!

Any urgent queries for sailings or flights in the next 3 weeks please email [email protected] and mark the subject URGENT. My inbox is being monitored by my amazing team!

29/05/2024

So Captain Col what's going on with you right now?

Ahoy ya'll, you might have noticed that things have been a little slower that normal over the last few weeks, and I just wanted to share with you all, that I am currently just weeks away now from undertaking major surgery.

Whilst this is all for the positive, it has had a noticeable impact on my mental health at the moment and planning and preparing have taken the wind a little out of my sails somewhat.

So for the next few weeks and likely till early August, I will be taking a very much back seat role within Travel Less Ordinary.
Any routine servicing or existing bookings, please continue to email [email protected] alternatively for Virgin Voyages Sailors please contact 02030034919 and for Celebrity Sailors please give 0344 493 2043 a bell.

I will be monitoring the inbox, but one of my amazing team will be assisting with that during this time, but they won't be fully up to speed for a week or so.

Thanks so much for your support, patience and love during this time, and I can't wait to be 100% back on board soon

13/05/2024

Ahoy Everyone!

I’ve been back home a few days and back at the day job 🚂 so apologies for any delay. I’ll be finishing off all outstanding quotes and requests tonight thanks for your patience.

Lots of love

Col

02/05/2024

Ahoy everyone it was a late night going through the Straits of Gibraltar so today is a catch up day, will get back to everyone who messaged in the next few hours…

01/05/2024

Something Brilliant …

19/04/2024

The Duchess is taking a residency in the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse! Are you flying to MIA today? Let’s make ship happen!

28/03/2024

Heya guys sorry I’ve had a lot of requests today but I’ve had a really busy day on the trains will get back to everyone tonight promise!

15/03/2024

Something a little less ordinary for the weekend…

⛴ 12 night Vietnam & Thailand Cruise ⛴

⛴️ Sailing on board Celebrity Solstice
✈️ Fly on the 23rd Jan 2025
🏨 1 night pre stay in Hong Kong
⛴️ 12 nights cruise from 25th Jan on Celebrity Solstice

Cruise itinerary -

😍 Hong Kong, China
😍 Relax at sea
😍 Hanoi (Halong Bay), Vietnam (overnight!)
😍 Hanoi (Halong Bay), Vietnam
😍 Hue / Danang (Chan May), Vietnam
😍 Relax at sea
😍 Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
😍 Relax at sea
😍 Bangkok, Thailand (overnight!)
😍 Bangkok, Thailand
😍 Ko Samui, Thailand
😍 Relax at sea
😍 Singapore

Prices below based on Balcony stateroom, including flights, transfers, luggage and pre cruise stay

Manchester from only £2️⃣1️⃣5️⃣0️⃣pp

14/03/2024

⚓️ CELEBRITY CRUISES AIR OFFER ⚓

Flights now just £1️⃣ / €1️⃣

9️⃣ Nights Italian Riviera 🇮🇹 & France 🇫🇷

Barcelona 🇪🇸
Florence/Pisa 🇮🇹 Overnight stay in port
Santa Margherita 🇮🇹
Nice 🇫🇷
Provence/Nice 🇫🇷
Naples 🇮🇹
Rome 🇮🇹

📅 8 August 2024
📌 Celebrity Equinox
⚓️ Inside Cabin
✈️ Flights & Transfers Included from Manchester, Dublin & Gatwick
£1️⃣2️⃣4️⃣8️⃣pp

08/03/2024

WOW! Virgin has meant a lot to me for a lot of reasons in my life seeing the world with Virgin Atlantic and then cruising with Virgin Voyages which as many of you know was the catalyst for this life changing treatment I am now so grateful to receive, and the inspiration to set up my own business!

Today I was lucky enough to win Tea with SRB, and will get to meet the man himself!

I am in shock, thank you so much to everyone who has supported and believed in me and to every single sailor with Travel Less Ordinary thank you so so much! Thanks to the amazing team at VV for your support especially my two angels Jack Kerry

SCREW IT LETS DO IT!!

01/03/2024

I am really sorry I’ve been in back to back meetings today in London if you have messaged today I promise to get back to you in the next 24 hours.

29/02/2024

Ahoy it’s February 29th so whatever you spend today doesn’t count right?

With brand new San Juan itineraries just launched, will you be jetting off to plane spot in St Maarten or take in the sights and sounds of Colombia?

What’s more the amazing bar tab and 65% off offers end today!

Your exclusive Travel Less Ordinary Deal is back for ONE DAY ONLY…any new booking for European cruises for today alone will get you an additional $100 Sailor Loot or Airport Lounge Access for your departure!!

13/02/2024

Do I ❤️Virgin Voyages?

Of course I ❤️ Virgin Voyages…they are multi award winning. 🎗️🏆🥇🎖️

Of course I ❤️Virgin Voyages, with over 20 eateries, all included in the cruise fares, it’s perfect for a romantic dinner for two…or a pizza for one! 👨‍❤️‍👨🍕

Of course I ❤️ Virgin Voyages, you can be you, its such a welcoming, inclusive and friendly atmosphere on board…
🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈♿️👩🏻‍🦰👩🏽‍🦳🧑🏾‍🦳👱🏻‍♀️👨🏻‍🦳🧔🏽

Of course I ❤️ Virgin Voyages with wifi, basic bevvies, fitness classes, and tips all included, my sailors know what they are getting into and not worry about the bill checking out… 🛜🥤🏋️‍♂️💵

Go on…treat your special someone to a Virgin Voyage for Valentine’s day…hit up my DMs for some amazing prices

31/01/2024

Check out this amazing Romance Package from Hilton Angel, what’s your valentine’s day vibe?

VALENTINE'S COUNTDOWN = 15 DAYS 💞
Why not upgrade your stay with our bespoke Romance Package for just £55? 🌹🥂
💘 In room decorations
🌹 Rose petals
🍾 Bottle of Prosecco
🍫 Chocolates
🆙 Room upgrade (subject to availability)
BOOK NOW → https://zurl.co/Art0

25/01/2024

Celebrity Cruises

Explore the stunning Norwegian Fjords this Summer!

❌ LIMITED AVAILABILITY ❌

Selling Fast! – Incredible Value Norwegian Fjords from £982pp

🗓️ 20th July 2024
🤩 7 Nights, Full Board
⛴️ Onboard Celebrity Apex
⚓️ Sailing from Southampton

Family of 3 £2661 Total
Family of 4 £3064 Total

💙 Southampton, England
💙 Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium
💙 Relax at Sea
💙 Flam, Norway
💙 Geiranger, Norway
💙 Bergen, Norway
💙 Relax at Sea
💙 Southampton, England

Did you know that Celebrity Apex has been rated 4⭐️ by Forbes Travel Guide, making it one of the worlds best resorts at sea!

22/01/2024

Captain Col has gone Crazy!! He's giving it all away, now any Virgin Voyage from Portsmouth, Barcelona or Athens in 2024 will get either a Shake for Champagne on me, OR lounge access for 2 for your UK Departure Airport.

With deals like that you don't need to travel ordinary...email [email protected] or slide into my DM's for your quote...

20/01/2024

🔻SAVE & SAIL THIS WEEKEND ONLY🔻
& Get a free Shake for Champagne or Airport Lounge Access on all 2024 European Sailings when booked through Travel Less Ordinary!

If you’re looking for a sign - this is it 🤩😍

Sail from £119 per Sailor per night

With Lock It In Insider rates on select Caribbean and Mediterranean voyages. But don’t wait, this offer sails away at midnight on January 21st.

WHAT YOU GET 🍾

CARIBBEAN INSIDER FROM £119

Mar 6 - Mar 10, 2024 · Elevate Voyage · 4 nights
Mar 10 - Mar 15, 2024 · Riviera Maya · 5 nights
Mar 15 - Mar 20, 2024 · Dominican Daze · 5 nights
Mar 20 - Mar 24, 2024 · Fire and Sunset Soirées · 4 nights
Mar 24 - Mar 29, 2024 · Riviera Maya · 5 nights

MEDITERRANEAN INSIDER FROM £119

Jun 2 - Jun 10, 2024 · Elevate Voyage · 7 nights
Jun 9 - Jun 16, 2024 · French Daze & Ibiza Nights · 7 nights
Jul 28 - Aug 4, 2024 · Irresistible Med · 7 nights
Jul 28 - Aug 4, 2024 · Adriatic Sea & Greek Gems · 7 nights

NEED TO KNOW ⚓️

Nine (9) sailings are eligible for this offer between Jan 19 - 21, 2024. Rates start at £119 per Sailor per night with Lock It In Insider rates and include all dining, group fitness classes, tips, Wifi, entertainment, and essential drinks. Taxes and fees are added at check out. Lock it in is a guaranteed cabin which you cannot pick or change your cabin number.
No bar credit on inside or sea view cabins.

🗺️

Caribbean
Europe

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Scarlet Lady
Resilient Lady

19/01/2024

make this weekend the weekend you say “Let’s Book It” and Cruise like Col with bonuses of a Shake for Champers on me, or Chill out in your very own airport lounge oasis before your flight.

15/01/2024

Ahoy from Captain Col!

I hope you're all well, I realise that Travel Less Ordinary has been pretty quiet over the Christmas period, between some health issues, trips to Seattle and one or two others little things it's been a right old journey!!

Well as your thoughts turn to your summer Holiday, I just wanted to let my loyal clients know, that Virgin Voyages have some amazing offers right now with up to £300 off flights.

I can help you take advantage of the amazing My Next Virgin Voyage's offer getting up an extra $600 to spend on board.

Just drop me a line here or on on email [email protected]

26/11/2023

❓❓❓Did you know?

Captain Col 👨🏻‍✈️doesn’t just do cruises but from a week of pure relaxation and luxury in an Island Paradise, right through to a Caravan in Barry Island for a weekend escape I can do it all! (Luxury Caravans only of course)

Let’s have a chat…

16/11/2023

🖤🖤🖤🖤Black Friday🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

Chart your course for a kid-free, (almost)all-inclusive luxury experience with up to 30% off select voyages until the end of 2024 — including our newest summer itineraries sailing from Portsmouth!

Want to take advantage of the amazing on board offer for an additional $600 sailor loot but missed the boat? No problem dive right in to my DMs!

Remember, we already include so much value for money, on every Virgin Voyage you already get:

- All speciality dining in over 20 restaurants - NO BUFFET, all made to order amazing food
- unlimited basic drinks (tea, coffee, water, soft drinks)
- up to $600 to spend on alcohol, speciality coffee, protein smoothies etc - and don't worry, the prices are good too - $5 for a beer, $8 for a vodka, $5 for a caramel latte including the tip!
- gratuities - no tipping needed anywhere on board
- unlimited wi-fi
- shows, entertainment & fitness classes - there is something for everyone, from the the zen holiday maker looking to chill and recharge, to the adventurous party-goer who'll be dancing all night long!

So, don’t wait — this (very) limited-time offer ends on 26 November.

05/11/2023

WHERE IN THE WORLD…

Travel should always be exciting so imagine rocking up at the airport not knowing where you were going…

Travel Less Ordinary is a full service travel agency, so you might know me for your cruise, but did you know I can do flights, tours, hotels, attractions and much much more.

To help show off what I can do, Captain Col’s computer has spat out a range of 2 & 3 Night special deals starting from just £100pp up to a maximum of £200pp, but to keep it interesting, your destination won’t be revealed till you’re at the airport.

Available for most dates throughout January to March 24, drop me your dates and payment, and I’ll do the rest. We’ll give you some hints on how and what to pack, and once you get to the airport your boarding pass will be sent to you.

Want to add a transfer to your hotel? Absolutely, we can stick that right in for you and even add on some activities and other exciting bits for you for a small extra fee.

So Col Spill the T…

Well, I’ll sort your flights and accommodation for you which will normally be hand baggage only and on a room only basis.

As always, your holiday is ATOL and ABTA protected. You’ll be sent your certificate for this with your boarding passes at the airport.

The price is based on 2 people sharing and will make sure we get the right airport for you for departure.

27/10/2023

🎸🎸ROCK IT OUT WITH THIS AMAZING DEAL

Irresistible Med & Rome - Set sail from Barcelona to Toulon • Marina di Carrara • Civitavecchia (Rome) • Ibiza • Barcelona

Escaping at the end of summer just as the kids go back to school, you could be enjoying 7 nights on board the amazing Scarlet Lady, followed by 5 luxurious nights in the Hard Rock Ibiza!

Drop me a DM to find out more!

Package features:
Departure Date: 8 September 2024
Sailing on: 8 September 2024
7 night Scarlet Lady Mediterranean Voyage
5 night post-cruise stay at Hard Rock Hotel Ibiza on a room only basis
Return flights from: London Gatwick - Barcelona - Ibiza - London Gatwick
$600 Bar Tab per cabin included within this package price
Save 25% off per cabin on this package
Deposit amount: £670pp
🍰 Includes All Food, Essential Drinks 🥤, WiFi 📶, Tips 💰, Group Fitness Classes 🤾‍♀️, Shows & Entertainment 🎭 worth over $600 😊🙌

Package price:
Sea Terrace cabin package price from £2679pp

Itinerary:
Day 1 Flights from London Gatwick to Barcelona. Barcelona, Spain Departs at 06:00 PM, local time

Day 2 Toulon, France 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM, local time

Day 3 Marina di Carrara, Italy 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM, local time

Day 4 Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy 08:00 AM - 11:00 PM, local time

Day 5 Sailing

Day 6 Ibiza, Spain Arrives at 07:00 PM, local time

Day 7 Ibiza, Spain Departs at 05:00 PM, local time

Day 8 - Day 13 - Barcelona, Spain Arrives at 06:30 AM, local time. Flights from Barcelona to Ibiza. 5 night post-cruise stay at Hard Rock Hotel Ibiza on a room only basis.

Day 13 - Flights from Ibiza to London Gatwick
Jack VirginVoyages Kerry Buchanan

23/10/2023

Our new customer website is now live! Check us out, and get to know me a little bit more…

Hello You! Plan Your Perfect Holiday with Expert Travel Advice

14/10/2023

Why should you choose Travel Less Ordinary? We took two of our customers along with us to see S Club and asked them for their thoughts.

12/10/2023

Captain Col is treating two of my VIP clients to an evening in the Virgin Red Room to see S Club!

01/10/2023

An Asian Adventure Less Ordinary
🇦🇪🇮🇳🇱🇰🇹🇭🇲🇾🇸🇬

I am really excited to be hosting Travel Less Ordinary’s first major group tour to Asia on board Virgin Voyage’s Resilient Lady from Dubai to Singapore, taking in Mumbai, Goa, Colombo, Phuket and Kuala Lumpa, before arriving in Singapore.

Visit the Gateway of India, Independence Square in Colombo and of course no trip to Singapore is complete without a visit to the Marina Bay Sands iconic infinity pool. The full itinerary is available below.

I have competitive rates for the 16 night sailing, including bonus sailor loot for this amazing voyage, part of Resilient Lady’s half round the world trip from Portsmouth in the UK to Sydney.

If being social isn’t your vibe, don’t panic, you don’t have spend every night at Captain Col’s special table, but I will be hosting a special event cocktail event with drinks on Travel Less Ordinary to celebrate.

I can work through best options with you for flights and hotels, although flights are not due to go on sale quite yet. I am working to secure exclusive group rates for the Marina Bay Sands to ensure that arrival at Singapore allows us to keep the exploration and party going.

Tickle your fancy?
UK Sailors drop me a line on Facebook, [email protected] or on WhatsApp +4407830507384

North American Sailors, don’t miss out, we are co-hosting with Commander Conroy and you can dive in with him at: Charles Conroy, [email protected] +1-787-631-9299

22/09/2023

🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

A massive congrats to Lee Potter and his lovely Girlfriend Donna who are Travel Less Ordinary’s 250th Customer, scoring themselves a free nights hotel in Portsmouth, a complimentary first class train travel to the port and Ive even stuck on a Splash of Romance for this special couple on us!!

🚢🍾 Let’s Make Ship Happen

09/02/2023

Calling JLO fans

🎉 An epic, one-of-a-kind sailing 🎉
The Jennifer Lopez Limitless Voyages.

🗓️ 13th April 2023

✈️ Direct flights with Virgin Atlantic

🏨 1 night pre-voyage hotel stay

🚢 5 night voyage to D. Republic & Bimini

🤑 Includes $300 Bar Tab and $300 Sailor loot*

🤩 Always included Luxury

🌅 Sea Terrace Balcony cabin

From only £2200pp

*Per Cabin