Maria Hallam - Travel Counsellors

03/11/2023

Hello everyone, I just wanted to let you know that I have decided to leave the Travel Counsellors family. I have had a fabulous 6 years doing this and have decided to remain in travel and to work back in branch (back to my roots) and to continue making these amazing memories for all of you lovely lot. I have been in travel over 35 years so those years of knowledge and experience will come with me into my new role as a branch manager for Hays travel. Thank you so much for all of your support in my time with TCs 🫶🏽 and hopefully I’ll see/speak to you again soon 🥰

03/10/2023

Zante 2023 🇬🇷 A great evening spent in Zakinthos town…beautiful scenery and fabulous restaurants…very relaxing holiday🥰

20/04/2023

Earth Week is every week 🌎
Here at Travel Counsellors, we’re committed to reducing our own carbon footprint; we’re going to have halved our emissions by 2030 and reached Net Zero by 2050.

We can help you to do the same by advising you on more responsible travel decisions to reduce the size of your footprint, and help to manage the emissions that do occur. Discover how to make your next move with sustainability in mind with your local Travel Counsellor.

Click below to find out how we can help you travel more responsibly.
https://fal.cn/TCResponsibleTravel

Thank you to our TCs clients for sharing these beautiful photos 🤍

09/04/2023

26/01/2023

Happy Australia Day to all friends and colleagues-what an amazing country to visit and personally one of my favourite places in the world!!🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
Flights are now out for December so don’t delay, get in touch.
Email me [email protected]

18/01/2023

👉 New Passport Information......

The government will introduce new passport fees for all applications on 2 February 2023.

18/01/2023

🛑🛑 Passport Information- Act now before they increase🛑🛑

The government will introduce new passport fees for all applications on 2 February 2023, the first time in 5 years that the cost of applying for a passport has increased.

The fee for a standard online application will rise from £75.50 to £82.50 for adults and £49 to £53.50 for children and postal applications will increase from £85 to £93 for adults and £58.50 to £64 for children.

The government will introduce new passport fees for all applications on 2 February 2023.

16/01/2023

The only thing 'Blue' about this Monday is that beautiful sky and sunshine outside making me think of Sumer days ahead☀️

What better way to cheer yourself up than to get a holiday booked✈️🛳 and give yourself something to look forward to......

With this being the busiest January since before dare I say it Covid hit there's no better time to secure your perfect trip and make your dreams into reality!!🏝
Popular destinations booked by me this month have included South Africa/New Zealand/USA/Maldives and the Caribbean so what are you waiting for.....

Contact me on [email protected] or call 01626 324894

16/01/2023

You’ve got to be in it to win it! Good luck 🤞

01/01/2023

I just wanted to thank everyone who has booked with me in the last 12 months, liked a post or mentioned my name in a conversation about travel!! You really are the best and it’s very much appreciated ❤️
Here’s to a happy and healthy new years! 2023 here we come! 🚢 ✈️ 🏝️ ⛷️

19/10/2022

This is fantastic news 🤩

05/10/2022

Fancy some off-season sunshine? We certainly do here at TC! Whether your next trip is a get together with loved ones, a much-needed dash of escapism, or a chance to make up for lost time, there's something for everyone in our latest collection...

https://travelcounsellors.foleon.com/magazine/winter-sun-2022/

08/09/2022

It is with profound sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and offer our deepest condolences to the Royal Family. We are deeply grateful for her extraordinary service to the nation over so many years and extend our heartfelt sympathy to the Royal family.

01/08/2022

New travel blog complete on my web page for beautiful Skiathos ❤️
Check it out and if you like me fancy a trip to this amazing island then just let me know and I’ll be happy to look at prices/bookings for you!

Hi, I’m Maria, I am a Travel Counsellor in a beautiful part of our country in a town called Kingsteignton which is just 10 minutes from the beach and only 15 minutes from beautiful Dartmoor. I have over 30 years experience in the travel business, having started as a YTS back in the late 80’s wor...

01/08/2022

August already! This year is just flying by…I know I’ve been pretty quiet on here recently but it’s been a busy busy few months!
Remember Summer 2023 is on sale now!
Have something to look forward to and get the holiday you’ve always wanted….get in touch Maria Hallam - Travel Counsellors ✈️🚢🗽🏝⛱🚂

17/04/2022

Happy Easter everyone 🐣
Still thinking about booking that summer holiday? Get in touch and let me do the work for you!

16/03/2022

✈️British Airways Luxury Sale - Now On!✈️

✈️Go on you deserve it! So many amazing destinations to travel to! Treat youself to some luxury.

✈️just contact me for more information on [email protected]

16/03/2022

⬆️Another step in the right direction!
This is great news for the travel industry and great news for you!
⬆️Don’t put it off, get that holiday you’ve been dreaming of booked and give yourself something to look forward to ✈️☀️
⬆️Call or email me to get yours confirmed today……

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60741158.amp

The transport secretary has confirmed that all remaining travel measures for UK arrivals will be scrapped.

10/03/2022

I love getting this kind of feedback….

Some lovely words from some wonderful clients who have just returned from a Hurtigruten cruise 🚢

‘We ve a fantastic holiday exploring Norway with Hurtigruten cruises, thank you so much to Maria Hallam at Travel Counsellors for booking us such a wonderful holiday.’

Thank you so much Barb and Colin - so happy you had such a great time 🥰xx

04/03/2022

We are proud to be named the TTG Luxury Homeworking Business of the Year 2022!

This is the first time we’ve won this award, which recognises the platform we provide to luxury travel specialists to go above and beyond for their clients, both in the service they provide and the tailor-made luxury trips they create.

I am so proud to be part of the travel counsellors family- a great accolade and truly well deserved 👏👏👏

If I can help plan your future travel plans just let me know! Email me on [email protected] would love to hear from you.

28/02/2022

With Iceland removing all remaining Covid related travel and domestic restrictions now may be the best time to see Iceland's newest geothermal experience.
The Sky Lagoon is a place to connect with Icelandic traditions and the elements while resting and restoring your mind, body and soul.

https://travelcounsellors.foleon.com/special-places/special-places/explore/overlay/sky-lagoon/

24/02/2022

🏝Ever fancied the Maldives? 🏝

🏝Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives is nothing short of a spectacular holiday, It 🏝is easy to get lost in the wonder of this tropical paradise as each of your senses is overwhelmed with the experience. From the moment you arrive, you will be encompassed in luxury, situated on an expansive beach 🏝alongside a long, turquoise lagoon, Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives is a place where it is sometimes difficult to tell where the water ends and the sky begins.
https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/Offers/A-Tropical-Paradise-in-the-Maldives

Get in touch in you’d like some more information by calling 01626 324894 or email Maria.hallam@travel counsellors.com

21/02/2022

Today is the day......YES.....Australia has announced that from 21st February, vaccinated travellers will once again be able to entry the country following a two-year hiatus.

I have visited Australia many many times and it really is one of my top destinations- I love this place!

This is such amazing news for the travel industry and extremely happy news for me!! After securing several bookings in the last week for Oz - The flights are looking pretty good right now however, like everywhere the prices are going to increase so if you want to get out there to see family,friends or just take a fanatstic holiday just let me know and I'll be happy to get you all booked!
Email me on [email protected] or call me on 01626 324894.

17/02/2022

Some wonderful feedback from some of my lovely clients today who have recently returned from a magical trip to Finland. Thank you so much Karyn Meale and Dave you have really made my day!

Reviews like this are so rewarding by doing a job that I love so much...... get in touch if I can help you plan your next adventure!

'My Husband and I have just returned from the most amazing experience of our life ,so far. We booked with Maria to go to Finland in 2019 , for February 2020, obviously we couldn't go because of the pandemic, so Maria rebooked for Feb 2021 still couldn't go, rebooked for 2022 and eventually made it. Absolutely enjoyed every minute of our trip . The hotel was fantastic , warm and spotless , the meals were first class and all the staff were brilliant and so helpful . The trips and activities were really well organized , we just can't fault anything. So we'd like to thank Maria so much for all her hard work and patience , we really appreciate the hours she spent booking and rebooking , also helping us with all the paperwork. She said we would have an amazing experience in Finland, well we certainly did . Thank you xX.'