Dan Hyams - Travel Counsellor

09/01/2025

🌍 A World of Choice 🌟

As a Travel Counsellor, I have access to an incredible range of suppliers, ensuring every trip I plan is perfectly tailored to you. Here are just a couple of the fantastic suppliers I work with:

🥂 Kirker Holidays: If you’re looking for luxury travel with a touch of elegance, Kirker offers beautifully crafted holidays. From luxurious European city breaks 🏛️ to exclusive cultural experiences like opera weekends 🎭, they’re perfect for travelers who want to indulge in style.

⛷ Crystal Ski Holidays: Dreaming of hitting the slopes this winter? 🎿 Crystal Ski Holidays is your go-to for amazing ski and snowboard adventures. Whether it’s the Alps, Canada 🇨🇦, or beyond, I can help you find the perfect resort, cozy chalets, and unforgettable mountain experiences. 🗻

And that’s just the start! From family adventures to exotic escapes, I work with the best suppliers to create holidays that are truly unforgettable.

Which of these suppliers have you travelled with before?

📞 Call me today on 01254 970 102
📧 Email me at [email protected]

Let’s plan your perfect holiday together! ✈️ 🏖️ 🗺️

08/01/2025

🚢 A Unique Cruise Through Spectacular Landscapes – Booked for 2026! 🌍

I’m so excited to have booked two couples onto this extraordinary Cunard voyage for 2026! This is a once-in-a-lifetime sailing aboard the Queen Mary 2, and the only time this breathtaking route will be offered.

Picture yourself gliding past the majestic Norwegian fjords, surrounded by towering cliffs and serene, glassy waters. Then, on to Iceland’s rugged landscapes, where dramatic volcanic peaks meet thundering waterfalls. 🌋❄️ From there, the journey continues across the Atlantic and finishes with the charm and culture of Quebec.

This unique itinerary is perfect for anyone who dreams of immersing themselves in some of the world’s most stunning scenery while enjoying Cunard’s legendary luxury and elegance. Spaces on rare routes like this fill quickly, so don’t miss your chance to join this unforgettable adventure!

📞 Call me today on 01254 970 102
📧 Email me at [email protected]

Let’s make this dream cruise your reality!

07/01/2025

🌍 Adventure with Purpose: The Great G Adventure Sale is Here! 🌟

Are you ready to explore the world AND make a difference? G Adventures’ Great Adventure Sale is your chance to book an unforgettable journey at incredible prices! 💷But G Adventures isn’t just about seeing the sights—it’s about traveling ethically, connecting with local communities, and leaving a positive impact wherever you go. 🌍🗺

Founded by visionary Bruce P**n Tip, G Adventures was built on the belief that travel can be a force for good. His inspiring book, "Looptail", dives into how this incredible company grew from a dream to a global leader in sustainable travel, i'm just getting started with it and it's a brilliant read already. 📖

Through their Planeterra Foundation, G Adventures has set up projects that empower local communities all over the world. Here are just a few:
🧕 Supporting women in Nepal through the Sisterhood of Survivors project.
🗿 Preserving the cultural traditions of Peru with the Parwa Community Restaurant in the Sacred Valley.
🌋 Helping Indigenous communities in Costa Rica through the Mi Cafecito coffee cooperative.

When you book a G Adventures tour, you’re not just exploring—you’re giving back to the people and places you visit.

🌿 Picture this:

Trekking through Patagonia while knowing your trip supports local businesses.
Visiting a community café in Cambodia where proceeds help educate children.
Experiencing authentic cultural exchanges that are meaningful and respectful.
✨ Don’t miss your chance to travel ethically and save big—sale ends soon!

👉 Discover the Great Adventure Sale

Where will your next adventure take you? Let us know in the comments - I’d love to hear!

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06/01/2025

🌍✨ Where will 2025 take you? ✨🌴

Here’s a sneak peek of the incredible destinations I’m working on for my amazing clients! From tropical escapes 🏝️ to cultural adventures 🕌, and everything in between, the world is full of possibilities. 🌟

📸 Check out these dream-worthy spots – your next adventure might be one of them! 🌏✈️

💬 Thinking about your own getaway? Let’s make it happen! Drop me a message, and let’s turn your travel dreams into reality. 💼🌈

06/01/2025

I'm back from a fantastic weekend in Edinburgh 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿and raring to get going properly for 2025 and have lots of fantastic enquiries on the go (more on this later!). If you're yet to plan your Honeymoon 🤵👰, family holiday 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦or 2025 adventure 🌍🗺, please get in touch and see why my clients rate me 10/10 for their own holidays! ⭐🛫

03/01/2025

📩 Out of Office! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Good morning, just a quick note to let you know I’ll be out of office from Friday 3rd January to Sunday 5th January on a wee-kend break to Edinburgh. During this time, I’ll have limited access to messages.

✨ If your enquiry isn’t urgent, I’ll get back to you as soon as possible after my return on Monday 6th January.
✨ For anything urgent, please feel free to send me a message, and I’ll do my best to respond when I can.

Thank you for your patience and understanding! Here’s to a fantastic start to 2025! 🥳💼

01/01/2025

🎉 Happy New Year 2025! 🎉

What a year 2024 has been! After a well-needed quiet NYE last night and as we step into 2025, I want to take a moment to say a HUGE thank you to all my wonderful friends, family, clients, and supporters. 🙏💙

✨ From dream holidays booked 🌴, to your amazing referrals ✈️, and the countless memories shared 🏞️🌏 – none of this would have been possible without YOU! Seeing your travel adventures and knowing I played a part in making them special makes me incredibly happy and proud! 🥰

2024 was an unforgettable year – we explored new destinations, planned bucket-list trips, and created countless moments that will be cherished forever. Here’s to many more adventures in 2025! 🗺️🍹and on a personal note I got engaged (I don't know why she said "yes" either! 🤣)

To all of you who trusted me with your travel plans, THANK YOU! Whether it was your first booking or your tenth, your support means the world to me. 🌟 And for those who recommended me to friends and family – you are the heart and soul of this business and I cannot grow without you and you pointing people my way. ❤️

I can’t wait to see where 2025 takes us. 🌟 Let’s make it the year of MORE: more memories, more exploration, and more fun! 🚢✈️🎒

Here’s to a bright and adventurous 2025! Cheers 🥂, and happy travels! 🌍💼

📸 Swipe through some of the highlights from 2024 below and for anyone still thinking about what 2025 has in store, get in touch...

DanHyams TravelCounsellor
01254 970102
[email protected]

27/12/2024

After some time to relax after the madness of Christmas, 🎅 it's lovely reading some of the comments and the glowing testimonial of my event earlier this month. 🍷🗾

Read this beautiful review from Lancashire Women's Adele Helm and the other amazing comments from the brilliant partner suppliers and guests from the night; AAT Kings, Scenic, Wendy Wu Tours, African Pride, Live Ribble Valley etc. 🥳

Thank you to all for such kind words and feedback. ✅👍

18/12/2024

🎉 What a Night! Trips & Sips Recap 🍷✈️

Thank you to everyone who joined me at Mitton Hall for Trips & Sips this time last week! 🌍✨ From the enchanting sounds of String Infusion 🎻 to the inspiring stories shared by Adele Helm of Lancashire Women 💪, it was a night to remember and it was amazing to finally bring this idea to life! Together, we raised £230 for this incredible cause. 👏

Special thanks to:

Wine Whalley Wine Shop and Tom Jones 🍷 for curating the perfect wine pairings

African Pride's David Holland 🦁 for sparking wanderlust with unforgettable safari experiences

Scenic & Emerald Cruises' Lewis Quigley 🚢 for showcasing luxury river and ocean cruises - including my now bucketlist destination, Antarctica!

AAT Kings & Inspiring Journeys' Gary Aat Kings 🌏 for diving into the magic of Australia and New Zealand

Wendy Wu Tours' Sarah Kewley 🗾 for taking us on an enchanting journey to Japan and beyond.

A HUGE thank you to our passionate suppliers for their expertise and inspiration! 💼✨

AND thanks to your generosity, together, we raised £230 for Lancashire Women, funds which will truly help this incredible cause! 👏

If you missed out, don’t worry – I'm already planning the next one! 🗓️ Let us know where you’d like to explore next by commenting below or registering your interest here: https://forms.office.com/e/bzWxF7wBe4

🌟 Stay tuned for more updates and let us help you plan your next dream trip!

01/11/2024

What a venue to be hosting the first Trips and Sips event in December. Can't wait for it and thanks to Annabel and her team for their support.

29/10/2024

Leg #3 of 3, part #2 - Finally the last of the crazy amount of photos from our time in Australia. We finished with quite a mix of places, landscapes and experiences in Victoria, Australia;
📍 Phillip Island 🏝🌅
📍 Pelican Feeding 🐟🪿 (No Pelican emoji so best I can do!)
📍 The Nobbies 🐧🌄
📍 Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park 🐍🦘
📍 Wine Tasting at Dominique Portet Winest 🍷🧀

You'll be glad to know I'm now done, Oz, out! 👋

29/10/2024

Leg #3 of 3, part #1 - A bit later in posting but here's the finale to our amazing adventure with time in Melbourne, featuring photos here from all these amazing places!
📍 Melbourne 🌇🌃
📍 Great Ocean Road 🌅🌄
📍 Melbourne Zoo 🦧🦍
📍 Foodie Trails Tour 🍜🍧🥟

Final leg of Philip Island and Yarra Valley to come soon!

14/10/2024

Leg #2 of 3, next up was the incredible "Red Centre" kicking off in Alice Springs before heading across to Yulara on our Intrepid Travel tour.

📍 Alice Springs 🦎🐍
📍 Kings Canyon ⛺️🌄
📍 Uluru 🚁🌅

ft. me trying a Honey Ant and the iconic, Witchitty Grub! 🪱

14/10/2024

So another adventure comes to an end and here are some of the highlights of leg 1 from my time in Australia 🇦🇺🌏

📍 Darwin 🐊☀️
📍 Kakadu National Park 🛩🐍

17/07/2024

Go take a read of my latest article in the fantastic Live Ribble Valley, now available on their website. Let's go on a culinary journey through some of Europe's top foodie spots!

Thanks for sharing Ribble Valley.

Dan Hyams takes a deep dive into the cuisine and cultural fabric of four cities to discover a host of very different, but truly delicious dishes Europe’s individual nations each have their own unique identity and arguably the most recognisable is their culinary tastes. For those looking to head ou...

16/07/2024

Some of the stunning photos my clients shared with me after a bespoke roadtrip experience from Gothenburg to Stromstad along Coastal Sweden. This was definitely somewhere new for me to book and after doing the research I could certainly see why they chose this destination for a Mum and Sons adventure together.
Thank you so much for sharing these photos Kate - not long now until your next trip, Vegas and Californina!!

Enjoy the final photos with their plans, ideas and inspiration Kate was kind enough to share.

If you're planning a special trip, or know someone who is, and would like the assistance of an experienced travel expert, get in touch.

[email protected]
01254 970 102