Indian Ocean Holidays

15/03/2020

🇱🇰 SRI LANKA 🇱🇰
Train Rides & Game Drives

Sri Lanka is a destination that features on many peoples wish list and for good reason. Beautiful beachfront hotels, incredible wildlife and an island steeped in cultural history. But……. most people don't know where to start in putting an itinerary together to get the most out this amazing country.

As a Travel Counsellor and Trusted Travel Advisor, this is what we’re best at, creating itineraries that are unique to you to get the most from your trip for those

Here’s just an example itinerary of what’s possible.

Day 1 - You’ll be met at the airport by your private driver/guide and driven east to the once capital of Sri Lanka, Kandy and check in to your hotel.

Day 2 - A day in Kandy with maybe a visit the Temple of the Tooth (a Buddhist temple that house the relic of the tooth of the Buddha) or a walking tour of what is considered the cultural capital of the island.

Day 3 - Embark on a scenic train ride to Ella, high in Sri Lanka’s tea country. This picturesque six-hour journey is utterly rewarding, winding through misty forests, verdant tea plantations, over gushing waterfalls and streams, and past colourful towns and excitable locals.

Day 4 - After some local sightseeing in Ella your driver will take you along Sri Lanka’s south coast to Yala. After freshening up at your hotel you then embark on a late afternoon game drive through Yala National Park home to leopards, elephants, crocodiles as well as hundreds of bird species.

Day 5 - Today you drive south to Bentota and en route visit one of the many turtle hatcheries dotted along the coast ending the day relaxing on the beach or more sightseeing in town.

After that the choice is yours. There are many luxury beach resorts along the south coast where you’ll want for nothing. Don’t forget that the Maldives is only a 90 minute flight from Sri Lanka so you could tick off a desert island paradise from your bucket list too!

As with all my itineraries this can be tailor made exactly to you, you just need to get in touch.
☎️ 01485 580027
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29/12/2019

Who wants to meet this little guy in Seychelles? You can find them walking all around our award winning beaches!

Can anyone name this species of crab? 😊

Photo credit: weonceagain

08/11/2019

✨LUXURY FAMILY SUMMER 2020 SPECIAL✨
😍SAVE A MASSIVE £1,000 PER FAMILY😍
A SPACIOUS BEACHSIDE RESORT IN MAURITIUS
Located North-west on the coast of Mauritius, Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa is conveniently situated between the tourist hub of Grand Baie and Port Louis, the capital city. Facing the splendid sunsets, Victoria Beachcomber is one of the most popular family resorts in Mauritius.
🌴VICTORIA BEACHCOMBER RESORT & SPA🌴
❤️DELUXE ROOM❤️
✴️Departs 17th August 2020
✴️ 9 NIGHTS
✴️Emirates Flights From Stansted
✴️2 Adults & 2 Children (under 12)
✴️ALL INCLUSIVE
✴️FREE Kids Club
✴️Choice of FREE Land & Watersports
✴️Includes Airport Transfers in Mauritius
From £6,200 per family of 4
100% Financially Protected
For more details and other dates
☎️ 01485 580 027
Or message us directly on here 😎

07/11/2019

✨LUXURY FAMILY SUMMER 2020 SPECIAL✨
😍SAVE £996 PER FAMILY😍
One of the best family resorts in Mauritius, Canonnier Golf Resort & Spa stands proudly above the coastline on a historic peninsula. Canonnier Beachcomber enhances the authentic Mauritian atmosphere with commanding views over the northern islands and sparkling Indian Ocean, lush tropical gardens dotted with cascading pools and a string of secluded creeks.
🌴CANONNIER BEACHCOMBER RESORT & SPA🌴
❤️Two Bedroom Family Apartment❤️
✴️Departs 17th August 2020
✴️ 9 NIGHTS
✴️Emirates Flights From Stansted
✴️2 Adults & 3 Children (under 12)
✴️ALL INCLUSIVE
✴️FREE Kids Club
✴️Choice of FREE Land & Watersports
✴️Includes Airport Transfers in Mauritius
From £8075 per family of 5
100% Financially Protected
For more details and other dates
☎️ 01485 580 027
Or message us directly on here 😎

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04/01/2019

Interesting article here about the value of holidays and travel to children from one of Britain's leading child psychologists. We can all remember being dragged around on "boring" sightseeing trips by our parents both at home and abroad but the fact that we still remember them as adults means we did actually get some value from them. In an increasing materialistic society and too much time spent in front of screens, it's worth thinking about and the kids will thank you later.

Parents have been wasting hundreds of pounds on toys, according to one of Britain’s leading child psychologists, and should be spending their money on holidays instead. “Do you have any idea what an extraordinary proportion of presents we give children aren’t actually wanted or valued?” asks...

03/01/2019

This is some list, definitely something to work through

Condé Nast Traveler readers ranked the best islands in the world outside the U.S. in the 2018 Readers' Choice Awards survey, from far-flung islands in Southeast Asia to the Mediterranean.

02/08/2018

Where would you rather be?! Sundowners on the beach at Constance Aiyana Pemba seems like a very good option!

13/07/2018

EARLY BIRD OFFER - 2019 TOURS AT 2018 PRICES WITH VIP DOOR TO DOOR UK PICK UP

This Award Winning 16 Day Wonders Of China Tour flying from Regional Airports across the UK
China is a land of many wonders – ancient and modern, natural and man-made. This hugely popular tour is a comprehensive journey through China’s most iconic sights from the magnificent Great Wall to the mighty Yangtze River.

12/04/2018

Travelling with allergies you're aware of can be a worry even if you've taken precautions. It may also be the case that travelling to an unfamiliar environment your body may come into contact with things it has not been exposed to before. Some useful GP help here.

Advice on travelling with allergies from Dr Ruth Handford. Includes tips on planning, packing and whilst you are away. Food and skin allergies.

07/01/2018

You simply can't go wrong with this family holiday to Mauritius in Summer 2018
Long haul exotic luxury at Mediterranean prices and with only 4 hours time difference, no jet lag either!
Relax on world class beaches or be pampered in the spa while the kids are entertained at the fabulous kids club. We guarantee you won't be disappointed!

20/12/2017

https://www.facebook.com/iangilmournjt/posts/2021719614763409

Great news for travellers in the South East and East Anglia as Emirates announce a new daily service to Dubai from Stansted Airport.

23/11/2017

06/11/2017

20/07/2017

If seeing Joanna Lumley's tour of India has inspired you to visit well here's the chance with your own private tour https://goo.gl/SAzpdP

Delhi, the Taj Mahal, Jaipur and the Tigers of Ranthambore. Your private tour will allow you more time at the places that really interest you

21/06/2017

Atlantis is a majestic 5 star Dubai hotel situated on the Palm, a man-made island that has captured the world’s imagination with its magnificent scale and ingenuity. From the hotel architecture to the award-winning restaurants and must-visit aquatic attractions, this is one of Dubai’s luxury resorts that never ceases to amaze.– this is the perfect Dubai holiday spot for luxury lovers and families alike.

You can now enjoy a massive 55% off PLUS the kids dine and stay free! See more at http://www.notjusttravel.com/ian-gilmour/atlantis-palm-dubai/

24/04/2017

This incredible Maldives offer popped up today, take a look. Desert island paradise anyone?

Your chance to stay in a Beach Villa on a desert island paradise. Experience an amazing 25 minute seaplane journey across these beautiful islands.

08/04/2017

How many times have you gone to book travel online only to see the price change? Never goes down does it!

Holiday booking websites are not giving accurate price information, says EU consumer protection body.

08/04/2017

28/03/2017

This'll make life a little easier but don't forget to leave enough time particularly in peak periods.

New ‘ten minute’ online passport application process goes live

A new online passport renewal service has been launched by the government which is said to take an average of ten minutes to complete.

27/03/2017

26/03/2017

***AMAZING ALL INCLUSIVE MALDIVES***

The ultimate divers paradise, OBLU by Atmosphere at Helengeli boasts an exotic house reef and superb channel diving just metres from the shoreline.

Trendy and colourful villas offer direct access to the beach or lagoon.

While the extensive All Inclusive plan allows guests to enjoy complimentary:

Non-motorised water sports,
Unlimited cocktails
Shopping excursion to a local island.

From £2,199pp,

Including:-

Return flights with Emirates
7 nights in a Beach Villa
All Inclusive daily
Speedboat transfers and airport taxes

Prices are per person and based on 2 adults sharing. All flight inclusive holidays are protected by ATOL scheme. Subject to availability.

26/03/2017

Did you know we can get you to the paradise that is Mauritius for 7 glorious nights for under £1,000pp, ABTA & ATOL Protected

Lots of easy ways to get in touch: Private message here, call on 01279 210658 or enquire online at http://buff.ly/2nRsTm1