Suzanne Partridge Travel Counsellor

19/06/2024

When planning your holiday, your personal needs and requirements are my priority. I’m here to recommend the perfect escape for you and your loved ones. Here are just a few destinations that I’d recommend for LGBTQ+ travel 🏳️‍🌈
Let me take care of your next adventure with the care and attention you deserve.

12/06/2024

05/06/2024

It's World Environment Day! 🌍 Have you ever thought about train travel? Travelling by rail means you can start your trip in the heart of some of Europe's most illustrious cities. It also slashes your carbon footprint, making it great for you and the planet. I have a few clients travelling by train this year on their adventures where the journey is part of the holiday!

02/03/2024

It's no secret that a big attraction for Japan is the cherry blossom season during spring, but other opportunities include vibrant foliage in the autumn and incredible skiing in the winter. Not forgetting the abundance of festivals and celebrations in the summer. Choosing the best time to travel to Japan can be difficult, as the country has so much to offer. When planning any trip to Japan, it is always important to consider national holidays which are the busiest times for residents. These include Golden Week towards the end of April and into May, Obon (in mid-August or mid-July depending on the area) and Japanese New Year (Shogatsu).

January - Ski northern Japan January is perfect for skiing in northern Japan due to the expected heavy snowfall. Resorts like Hokkaido tend to be much quieter than others, meaning peaceful slopes for amazing adventures.

April - Cherry blossom season
Peak time for cherry blossom season, bringing a magical experience across the mainland. Crowds will be busy during this time and hotel prices higher than usual, but the views are well worth the expense. Early booking is highly advised.

June – See vibrant gardens
The start of rainy season, but with that comes vibrant and luscious gardens, making Japan particularly beautiful. A signature of traditional Japanese culture, these gardens can be found across the country.

July - Hike Mount Fuji
July marks the official start to climbing season, as the weather gets drier and cooler. Hiking Mount Fuji in July also means quieter trails, as the Obon Festival (which falls mid-August) often brings big crowds during the public holidays.

September - Beat the crowds
Travelling to Japan in September usually means less domestic travel, as schools return. Not only does this mean fewer crowds, but prices can be cheaper too. If visiting Osaka in September, there’s also chance to experience Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, one of Japan’s most traditional festivals.

November - See Tokyo
Clear skies and cooler weather make November the perfect time to experience Tokyo. With less crowds at this time of the year, visitors can also enjoy travelling around the city with relative ease. During autumn, Tokyo’s outdoor attractions like gardens and temples are transformed with golden foliage and crimson trees. Travelling to Tokyo in November also means an opportunity to witness one of the city's main sumo tournaments, which only take place six times a year.

20/02/2024

The most perfect snow I have ever experienced (like walking through the wardrobe in Narnia) - almost like someone has thrown glitter over the snow with all the frozen lakes and tree statues around. What could be more romantic?

17/10/2023

Great tips to extend your holidays next year

15/10/2023

Still got a love affair with Nepal for too many years in between since my 20s - my favourite country! Met some new friends today.

12/10/2023

Another top spot for TC. Love my job!

16/08/2023

The end is in sight. Got to Cawsand on our 5th day. 3.5 miles to Cremyl ferry. Passed all the beaches of my childhood including Tregantle, Whitsands, Rame Head, Cawsand, Kingsand and now Mount Edgcumbe. I’d forgotten how stunning this area is. Such a good day…😊

12/05/2023

Just done a lovely booking for some well deserved clients. This was my office today - on the beach. Love my job ❤️. Saw 5 seals today in this bay and their beautiful cries calling to one another. Magical.

08/03/2023

Inspirational women at Travel Counsellors. Love being part of this community. 😊 I’ve never worked within such a kind caring and supportive community such as TC. Awesome! 👏👏👏👏👏👏Happy International Womens day ❤️

19/10/2022

19/09/2022

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27/05/2022

To say we were excited landing in Svalbard was an understatement. You don’t normally get to travel to the polar regions - so it felt like you were in a very exclusive club to be part of this Quark expedition cruise to the Arctic. Exodus adventure travel provided this once in a lifetime opportunity for us on a ‘work trip’. The ship was small and perfectly formed with state of the art technology but felt cosy and had a very laid back and casual vibe. The expedition staff and visiting scientists and explorers just added to the atmosphere and they did their very best to enhance our trip with their knowledge of the Arctic. We encountered 4 polar bears on our first day and the 24 hour daylight meant someone was always wildlife spotting on board. We got to spot 9 polar bears in total including a mum and her cub, alongside numerous close sightings of walrus, bird life, and bearded seals as well as Arctic fox and Svalbard reindeer. An unforgettable trip that will be imprinted in our memories and in our hearts for a very long time. Love my job ❤️ and love exploration. Travel really does broaden the mind!

08/03/2022

Loving my gorgeous Spring flowers from two of my lovely clients. These have lasted 10 days so far!! Love my job when my efforts sorting travel are appreciated by my customers. It’s been a long hard slog through the pandemic juggling bookings from year to year - but loads of people are now travelling 😊

25/01/2022

From 11th February, double vaccinated passengers arriving into England will no longer be required to take a day 2 lateral flow test.

This comes just ahead of February half term so is great news for families looking to get away over the break.

07/01/2022

The UK government has announced that pre-departure testing will no longer be required for travellers returning to the UK and arrivals will not have to isolate until they get a negative PCR test.

18/09/2021

To all my valued customers and anyone thinking of booking a holiday in the future. We have just won another award!!!

07/04/2021

"The events of the past year have taught us many things, including the fact that being able to spend quality time with family and friends has never felt so important.

"We've missed exploring the world with the people that mean the most to us and as we look forward, I'll keep your wellbeing at the heart of everything I do.

"I hope you enjoy reliving your travel memories with us as you watch our film, and when you're ready to travel again, I'll be here for you, both for trips around the UK, and to distant shores."

02/04/2021

Happy Easter 🐣 to you all! Stay safe and keep well and enjoy the sun ☀️