Claire Tavender -Horne - Travel Counsellors

19/01/2025

Embrace the magic of World Snow Day! ❄️✨
Embark on a frosty family holiday and let the snowy landscapes become your playground. Revel in the joy of winter magic while exploring the best snowy destinations. Whether it's building snowmen, exploring the slopes, or creating snow angels, make every moment count. Travel to the heart of winter wonderlands with your loved ones and let the snowy adventures unfold!

18/01/2025

Ready to set sail from the UK on your next unforgettable cruise? Whether you’re longing to see the Arctic’s towering fjords or ready for the magic of Disney at sea, I'll plan the perfect cruise for you. 🛳️✨

I'll go beyond providing advice, exclusive offers, and unparalleled attention to detail all to help you find your dream sailing.

Ready to find out more? Click here 👉 https://travelcounsellors.foleon.com/2025-product-showcase/cruise-2526/sail-from-the-uk

17/01/2025

17/01/2025

Did you know, I offer more than just travel bookings? For me it’s about creating unforgettable moments, nurturing meaningful relationships, and delivering service that exceeds expectations at every turn.

With my tailored advice, expert planning, and a genuine passion for creating unforgettable experiences, I go beyond to ensure every detail is taken care of, so you can travel with confidence and ease.

Let me start planning your next adventure. Who knows what incredible memories await?


16/01/2025

Get ready for the summer holiday of a lifetime with this action-packed getaway to Universal Orlando Resort, staying at the new for 2025 Universal Stella Nova Resort. Spend your days experiencing the incredible theme parks, including the new Universal Epic Universe Park (opening 22nd May 2025), each brimming with attractions, rides, and shows that bring beloved characters and stories to vivid life, and your nights exploring the many restaurants and bars of Universal Citywalk.

https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/Offers/An-epic-Universal-Orlando-family-holiday

15/01/2025

CLASSIC JAPAN 🇯🇵

11 Day Tour | Comfort 😊

Kyoto, Koya-san and more on a cultural crusade

Steeped in centuries of tradition and full of culinary prowess, Japan is awash with sights to see and histories to uncover. From Kyoto to Tokyo, spend 11 days exploring the heart of Japan, with memories of the Edo era, sobering warfare sites, lush natural landscapes and eclectic neighbourhoods to discover. Be tempted by tempura, savour your sushi and sip some sochu as you discover the endless variety and diversity of Japan with your small group, all headed by a local leader who knows all of the best places to go. What’s stopping you embarking on a cultural escapade to the home of geisha, torii, sake and nori?

📆 Advertised Date: 1st July – 12th July 2025 (More dates available)

What's Included?

🍜 Meals: 10 breakfasts, 3 dinners

🚌 Transport: Public bus, Subway, Bullet Train, Train, Boat

🏨 Accommodation: Hotel/Ryokan (9 nights), Temple Stay (1 night)

❤️ Why you'll love this trip:

• Discover Japan's most iconic city sights, from walking the Geisha district and seeing the cultural landmarks of Kyoto to touring the temple district and cruising past all the contemporary highlights of Tokyo.

• Feast on okonomiyaki – Japan’s signature savoury pancake of egg, cabbage, soba noodles and meat or seafood – at an included dinner in Hiroshima at a special local restaurant

• Learn more about the sobering past of Hiroshima at the memorial park, the museums and the monuments dedicated to the memory of the victims – they now also advocate for world peace and serve as a reminder of the devastation of war.

• Spend a night in Koya-san’s Shukubo Temple and learn about the customs of traditional Japanese accommodation as you share vegetarian meals with the monks who run the lodgings.

• Meet the locals over a home-cooked dinner during your stay in a ryokan (a traditional Japanese inn) in the mountain town of Tsumago – the historic medieval village preserved from the Edo period.

Other Information:

Max Group Size: 12

Min Age: 15

Physical Rating: 3/5

With Flights From Only:

✈ London Heathrow - £4,540 per person

✈ Manchester - £4,495 per person

*Prices are based on twin/ double share. Solo travellers have the option to share with someone of the same gender

15/01/2025

We’re proud to have developed this ultimate Thailand rail adventure with support from the Travel Foundation.

Explore Thailand's stunning diversity, from the bustling streets of Bangkok to the ancient ruins of Ayutthaya and the serene mountains of Chiang Mai. This 12-night itinerary maximises on public transport use to help you see more of this stunning country - with expert curation making every moment unforgettable.

To find out more about this enriching escape, head to the link here to discover more 👉 https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/Offers/A-Thailand-rail-adventure

14/01/2025

Are you getting sick of the cold yet?

13/01/2025

This January, I’m bringing you a series of my top picked holiday offers every single day!
From sun-drenched Greek islands to the luxurious Palm in Dubai or serene beaches in Thailand, there’s something for everyone.

With my expert care and personalised service, I’ll handle all the details so you can truly relax and explore with confidence. Get in touch with me today to plan your next adventure – your 2025 escape awaits! 🌍✨

Flights can be booked from various airports, please ask for more details and updated prices

13/01/2025

This January, I’m bringing you a series of my top picked holiday offers every single day!
From sun-drenched Greek islands to the luxurious Palm in Dubai or serene beaches in Thailand, there’s something for everyone.

With my expert care and personalised service, I’ll handle all the details so you can truly relax and explore with confidence. Get in touch with me today to plan your next adventure – your 2025 escape awaits! 🌍✨

Flights can be booked from various airports, please ask for more details and updated prices

01903 241234
[email protected]

13/01/2025

Check out one of our amazing deals! Elephants and Beaches, Thailand Family Holiday
£9,860 for a family of 4

7th august x 10 nights (plus overnight flights)

5 nights at the NH Collection Peace Resort Hotel, in a family villa

3 nights at the Melia, Chiang Mai, in a family room

2 nights at the Bush Camp, Elephant Hills in Chiang Mai, in 1 tent

Departing from LHR with Singapore Airlines, with private transfers.

12/01/2025

Good travel should be enriching for all. It should bring you deeper into local cultures and give you an authentic taste of a destination; savouring the dishes, the landscapes, and the people that make the special moments along the way, as well as having a positive impact on the communities and environments you visit.

Good travel should be enriching for all. It should bring you deeper into local cultures and give you an authentic taste of a destination; savouring the dishes, the landscapes, and the people that make the special moments along the way, as well as having a positive impact on the communities and envir...

11/01/2025

Set sail and explore more on an extraordinary adventure. Whether you want to explore the icy landscapes of Antarctica, embarking on a brand-new ship like Oceania Allura, or glide through the Arctic like a true explorer, there’s a unique voyage waiting just for you. 🌍❄️


Every cruise is designed to leave you in awe and I will go beyond to ensure that you can explore and create memories that last a lifetime.


Click the link to explore my top recommendations and let me start planning your next cruise 👉 https://travelcounsellors.foleon.com/2025-product-showcase/cruise-2526/explore

10/01/2025

Are you ready to discover the hidden gems of Domes Lake Algarve? 🌟 Here are our top 5 tips for an unforgettable visit:

Haute Living Lounge: Indulge in the ultimate luxury and relaxation.

Lakeside Dining at Makris: Savour exquisite flavours with breathtaking lake views.

Watersports on the Lake: Dive into adventure with thrilling watersports.

Rare Bird Watching in the Gardens: Connect with nature and spot rare bird species.

Sundowners at the Sandy Bottom Pool: Unwind with a perfect sunset and refreshing drink.

All this and more, curated just for you. When you book with me, you get tailored experiences and meticulous planning because I care more than anybody else. ✈️❤️

10/01/2025

A week in the Maldives with full board for just £1,595 per person. Paradise has never been this affordable!

Located in the Lhaviyani Atoll, Kuredu Resort is a 40-minute seaplane journey from Malé Airport. The journey is an excursion itself; discover other atolls and view one of the world’s most distinct landscapes from the air. A beautiful lagoon surrounds Kuredu Resort with long stretches of white sandy beaches. Enjoy a host of water activities, including scuba diving or snorkelling, or simply allow yourself to be pampered in the divine Duniye Spa.

Price Includes:

• 7 nights in a Beach Villa

• Return economy flights.

• Full board

• Domestic flight & speed boat transfers

• Departs 04 June 2025

• Book by 31 January 2025

Departure Airports
Heathrow £1,595 pp (Qatar via Doha)
Stansted £1,865 pp (Emirates via Dubai)
Birmingham £2,075 pp (Emirates via Dubai)
Manchester £1,850 (Etihad via Abu Dhabi)

10/01/2025

🇲🇺 Adults only Christmas and New Year Mauritius All Inclusive - 10 nights from £3,249!🇲🇺

Spend Christmas and New Year in paradise! Experience true Mauritius with the Otentik all inclusive package

RELAXED BOHO 'NO NEWS NO SHOES' RESORT

Tropical Attitude is tucked away on Mauritius' east coast, where the gentle sea breeze dances through the palm trees, shading the soft white sand beaches.

This laid-back, adults-only beach retreat is all about relaxation. No frills, no fuss—just the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a peaceful getaway. The private pool villas and sea-view rooms are beautifully designed with local crafts, offering a perfect mix of comfort and style. Dining here is just as relaxed—think sand-floored restaurants serving up mouthwatering local dishes, plus a food truck for grabbing snacks on the go. And if you're in the mood to explore, the all-inclusive package has you covered with picnic baskets full of tasty treats. Don’t forget to take advantage of the free boat shuttle to Île aux Cerfs for some island-hopping fun.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• Return flights from London Gatwick departing 23rd December 2025

• 10nts in a Couple Seafront Room

• All Inclusive

• Private Transfers

Upgrade to a Couple Deluxe Seafront Room from £154pp
Upgrade to a Villa with Private Pool from £804pp

Price based on 2 adults sharing

09/01/2025

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𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔 & 𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗔
19 NIGHTS FROM £10,829pp
Departs: 03 November 2025

Your holiday includes:
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• 6 days Rio and Iguazu Falls package
• 1 night at Buenos Aires Hotel

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• 10 night cruise on board MS Fridtjof Nansen in a Polar Outside Stateroom including all meals, beverages, daily expeditions and activities, expedition gear, WiFi and gratuities

𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆: Ushuaia – Cross the Drake Passage – Antarctica – Cross the Drake Passage – Ushuaia

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• 3 nights at 4* Savoy Hotel, Buenos Aires including dinner and tango show at Café de los Angelitos
Based on two adults sharing. Deposit from £2,248pp.

London Heathrow from £10,829pp
Manchester from £10,829pp
Edinburgh from £10,859pp
Dublin from £10,979pp