Mark Briggs van Leeuwen Travel Counsellor

08/08/2024

Time for an update! To my lovely followers old and new - Hi! 👋

This, is what I do. For the love of making memories that will last a lifetime ❤ Tell me, when you've looked at this video, did you fall in love more with the penguins, or the guy with the eyes?? 👀 😂

I can't get you in touch with him, but I can sort everything else for you!: https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/handcrafted?selecteduser=mark.vanleeuwen

25/04/2024

Give this all round super human a follow 🙌:

https://www.facebook.com/share/Zhu46LUQorypDWkc/

Recommend her to all your friends & family and your local hero status shall be imminent!

(but only the best ones)

Rituals of Love offers bespoke celebrant services, crafting unique and personalised ceremonies tailored to your needs. Our goal is to make your ceremony unforgettable by collaborating to reflect your values and personality. www.ritualsoflove.co.uk

28/12/2023

01/11/2023

🇰🇪 Have you seen Charles and Camilla in Kenya this week? I saw a pic of Camilla feeding the elephants at the sanctuary in Nairobi. And with this trip you can do exactly the same!!

🐘After your direct flight into Nairobi you can spend one night there where you will visit the Karen Blixen museum (think Out of Africa) and the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, a haven for rescued elephants and rhinos.

🦓The next day you will head to Mount Kenya and spend some time in The Aberdare region before heading to Lake Nakuru National Park

🐘Then a private transfer will take you to the Masai Mara where you will see a phenomenal array of elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo as well as crocs and staying in a tented camp overlooking the picturesque vast of the Mara plain.

🏝You will need a relax after all this excitement so fly to Zanzibar for the next 7 nights staying in Diamonds on Kiwenga Beach in an All Inclusive beach Resort. With a spa and an in house water sport centre, you can choose to do as much or as little as you want.

A balloon early morning safari can also be added in to this amazing itinerary

✅1 Night Nairobi
✅1 Night Mount Kenya
✅ 1 Night Lake Nakuru
✅2Nights Masai Mara
✅7Nights All Inclusive Zanzibar
✅Flights with Luggage Included
✅All Transfers
✅Based on 5th June departure but other dates available and other hotels available

🤩🤩All of this from only £3976 per person

23/08/2023

Hi all, this is just a quick 'out of office warning'. My wife and I are doing a cheeky road trip in California, USA 🇺🇸

I will still be taking on new enquiries and working on existing quotes whilst I’m away however my working hours will be much more limited so responses may be a lot slower than usual.

So don't hold off on your holiday plans any longer and get in touch 😊

10/08/2023

EXCLUSIVE!!

Do you want to feel like David Attenborough on expedition? Then this is a special opportunity to add to your bucket list!

Join me for this exclusive Travel Counsellors webinar hosted by Intrepid on the 22nd of August at 18:30.

The event will feature a *Special Expert Guest* and exclusive offers for YOU 🤩

I have a big love for Antarctica myself. As far as 'once in a lifetime' experiences go, this has been the best! 😍

You can register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Fk18bkn_Rg2WoL35-Ixb1A
And don't forget to let me know you're joining so I can ensure you're all set for the offers which follow! These offers will only be available for event attendees 🙌

09/08/2023

£200 Off* - Greek Island Fun Fitness & Wellness Retreat

Enjoy a fun filled week with like minded friends on the stunning Greek Island of Kos. This fitness and mixed activity week includes cycling, hiking, yoga and fitness classes. Its suitable for all fitness levels, the programme is flexible and enjoyable, led by your super friendly host and coaches.

JOIN A SMALL GROUP FOR 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS FROM £615 PP*!

Departure dates:
📆 2nd September 2023
📆 16th September 2023
📆 23rd September 2023

EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS:
✅ Bike ride to the Natural thermal springs of Kos
✅ Sunset and Sunrise Fitness classes including pilates and yoga
✅ Experience Greek culture, hospitality and cuisine
✅ Hike to the highest point of the island and enjoy the stunning 360 degree views

Get in touch to book your spot now 👇

**Optional activities available at extra cost such as windsurfing, horse riding, and SUP.

04/08/2023

🦏 WOW! LOOK AT THIS CANCELLATION JUST IN FOR DECEMBER 2023 FOR MY AMAZING 10 DAY ‘ON SAFARI IN SOUTH AFRICA’ TOUR …. ONLY 2 PLACES AVAILABLE FROM £1597.00 PER PERSON! 🦏
THIS IS SUCH A BARGAIN! ALL OTHER DATES ARE FROM £2295.00 PER PERSON!
Savour South Africa’s magnificent wildlife on this once-in-a-lifetime, full-board safari holiday, based in the locally-rated five-star Sebatana Lodge, with its own sweeping private game reserve. On this unique Small-Group Tour, you’ll get the chance to really settle into your breathtaking surroundings as you spend a week at South Africa’s distinguished Sebatana Rhino Lodge.
🦏 Depart on 7th December 2023
🦏 Flights from Heathrow to Johannesburg
🦏 7 nights’ carefully chosen full-board accommodation at the five-star Sebatana Lodge, Lephalale, plus 2 nights on the aircraft
🦏 The opportunity to spot the fabled Big Five
🦏 Four game drives in the Sebatana Private Reserve
🦏 One game drive in the Welgevonden Reserve
🦏 Fascinating guided bush walk
🦏 Traditional African champagne brunch
🦏 Sundowner at Sunset Rock
🦏 Wildlife talk
🦏 Wine-tasting and welcome drink
🦏 Johannesburg and Soweto tour, including a visit to the Apartheid Museum
🦏 Optional game drives at Welgevonden Reserve and Pilanesberg National Park
🦏 Optional night safari and tribal evening cultural experience
🦏 All-inclusive upgrade available
🦏 Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager and wildlife specialist

🦏 FROM ONLY £1597.00 PER PERSON!
Let me know if you would like more information.

14/07/2023

Great news to wake up to this morning! 🙌

Travel Counsellors won not one but three awards last night:

🌳 Sustainability champion of the year (ask me more about how you can Travel more sustainably 😊)

💪 Best large agency to work for (couldn't agree more)

🏡 Large home working agency of the year

Starting my own business with Travel Counsellors was a big step for me, but with the support from our head office and my lovely fellow Travel Counsellors, it has been a journey worthwhile. Proud to be part of the company that enhances so many people's lives.

20/04/2023

1 day before I'm on my own holidays, otherwise get in touch with me after the 14th of May 😊

Spread the cost between now and 2024 👍 let's make some memories!

📱 07534 072284
📧 [email protected]

31/01/2023

This is the best Lapland bargain I have seen since travel was actually cheap! 😍

Ever wanted to visit Lapland, see the Northern Lights, go on a Husky Safari, reindeer sleigh through a winter wonderland, stay in an 'Arctic treehouse'?? I'm thinking who wouldn't want that!? Oh and you get to see Santa's Village too, because who cares it's March right?

From Manchester with the flights as shown, it's just £1693.- p.p.
From London (unfairly for us northerners) it's only £1523.- p.p. !!

Best to book it today before room availability runs out. Contact me on 07534072284 or [email protected]

12/01/2023

Day 1 Krakow! Dragon bones, cathedrals, Polish dumplings, Jewish Sour(?) And a bread bowl 😍

Tomorrow will be a very different experience as we experience Auschwitz

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31/12/2022

🚨TRAVEL COUNSELLOR JAPAN EXCLUSIVE - SAVE £2,800

🗾Ancient Temples & Sacred Sites | 14 MAR 2023 | Seven Seas Explorer | Tokyo Roundtrip

14 night cruise PLUS Guests in all suite categories can enjoy a FREE 3-Night Vibrant Tokyo pre- or post-cruise land programme

https://www.rssc.com/cruises/EXP230314/summary

FROM £11,689PP to £8,859PP

PLUS $400 SHIPBOARD CREDIT PER SUITE!

REMEMBER...EVERY LUXURY INCLUDED™

✈️ Flights & Transfers

📸 Unlimited shore excursions & experiences

🗺️ 3-Night land programme

🍸Drinks and beverages; including fine wines, champagnes, premium branded spirits, bottled water, soft drinks, speciality teas & coffees...

🍽️ Fine dining & speciality restaurants including a steakhouse, Asian-fusion, Italian and French. Along with tables for two!

🤝All tips & gratuities

📱 Unlimted Wi-Fi

🧺Valet Laundry Service

⭐Luxuriously appointed suites, all with balconies, 24hr room service and in-suite dining and a mini bar replenished daily

25/12/2022

I have the best clients!!

Merry Christmas and the happiest 2023 to all 🎄🎅🎆

13/12/2022

My very own 'best Christmas spent abroad' blog made it on our main blog page!

I had just met who would be my future wife here, now 8 years ago. Maybe that's why it was my best Christmas ever...??

With an incredible team of Travel Counsellors with such great knowledge and experience, there's no surprise that many of them have spent Christmas in some stunning destinations. We've created a roundup of just a few of the incredible stories they have to share.

12/12/2022

Never too late for a last minute getaway!

Contact me to personally curate your Christmas break.

30/11/2022

That's what I'm talking about 💪 we truly care about our amazing clients and the word is out!