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Joanne Grogan - Travel Counsellor

I am your Personal Travel Consultant. No matter how big or small your enquiry is I am happy to find that perfect holiday, break or experience for you.
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I am able to access suppliers from across the globe, air land or sea.

19/11/2024

Already thinking about the memories you'll make in 2025? 🌍✈️ I'm here to help you plan those unforgettable adventures, tailored just for you. From hidden gems to iconic landmarks, let's make it a trip to remember. Don't wait for the January rush, with our easy payment plans you can start that holiday countdown now!

18/11/2024

This week I have some special events in the diary.

On Wednesday I am off to London to take part in the CLIA River Cruise Champions program. This will give me amazing access to River Cruise suppliers and their products, which I am looking forward to sharing with you. So if you have any questions regarding River Cruise please shout.

Starting Friday I am attending the Travel Counsellors conference in my hometown of Manchester. This annual event is even more special this year as it is our 30th Anniversary and we are celebrating being a Billion pound business. It is a great opportunity to meet up with my fellow business owners, suppliers and also to hear from inspiring speakers, both internal and external. As always this is finished off with a big party, with surprise guests. I cannot wait.

Just a heads up that I am off to Lapland on the 1 December for a week with my husband. A week of snow fun and hopefully catch some dancing lights. I will not be working that week, but I will have my amazing colleague Sarah Mott covering for me.

I hope you all have a great week.

15/11/2024

Want all your holiday information at your fingertips?

With myTC you’ll be able to access all your travel documents in one place, make secure quick payments, and contact contact me, wherever you are travelling in the world 🌍

Simplify your travel experience today! Contact me today to find out more about myTC.

14/11/2024

**Maldives**

Have you been to the Maldives or is it on your bucket list?

It's a place I have never visited, but I would love to combine a trip there with a visit to Sri Lanka or spend a few days in the Emirates along the way.

Last night, I met with representatives from Marriott Hotels in the Maldives to learn about their new offerings. What impressed me the most was their focus on family travel, the creation of more two-bedroom units, and their commitment to sustainability for future generations.

The new JW Marriott, set to open next year, is built on what was originally a sandbank. It has been developed with natural vegetation to create a new island experience. Meanwhile, the W Hotel has undergone a multi-million-dollar refurbishment to achieve a more natural look and feel, offering a tailored experience for families and multi-generational groups.

For those seeking ultra-luxury, the Ritz-Carlton features stunning villas with seven restaurants and bars, while the St. Regis offers a two-bedroom Sunset Villa that I could easily call home.

The Maldives provides a wide range of hotels, each tailored to different types of travelers. If you're interested in planning a holiday to this beautiful destination, please reach out to me, and I’ll help you find the perfect accommodation.

0161 297 0366

08/11/2024

Ready to explore more in 2025? 🚢✨

From luxury cruises in the Galapagos to the serenity of the newly reopened Cyprus' Thalassa Boutique Hotel, brand new adventure awaits at every corner.

Get in touch with me today learn more about these exciting experiences and let me plan your unforgettable 2025 adventure.

07/11/2024

I seem to have been booking lots of customer's to Australia this year. Some to visit friends and family, some to stay for a long time and some just for a first time trip.

If it is on your family list then discover Australia’s diverse wildlife and scenic beauty on this unforgettable family journey. This carefully planned itinerary blends natural beauty, wildlife experiences, and comfortable accommodations, offering an ideal family adventure across Australia.

4 nights Melbourne- Adina Apartment Hotel offers 2 bedroom apartments perfect for families to have space and comfort in the CBD.
Includes Excursion- Explore the Puffing Billy Railway, a charming steam train ride through lush forests, and cap off the day at Philip Island for the magical Penguin Parade.

Fly to Adelaide and collect a car at the airport.
2 nights Barossa Valley - For a picturesque stay at family-friendly Barossa Weintal Hotel. While parents enjoy local wineries, kids can explore nearby nature trails, ensuring fun for everyone.

Heading south to Cape Jervis for the ferry to Kangaroo Island booked with Southern World DMC as Single Components.

2 nights Discovery Parks Kangaroo Island staying in a two bedroom deluxe cabin. Encounter sea lions, koalas, and kangaroos as you explore the island’s stunning beaches and forests.
After a night in Adelaide, fly to Sydney for the final 4 nights.

4 nights Sydney- The Star Grand Hotel and Residences in a two-bedroom suite with beautiful harbour views. Families can enjoy a day trip to the Blue Mountains, taking in breathtaking vistas and the iconic Three Sisters rock formation.

This carefully planned itinerary blends natural beauty, wildlife experiences, and comfortable accommodations, offering an ideal family adventure across Australia.

All this from London on the 4 April 2025 for £4277 pp (based on a family of 2 adults and 2 children under 11).

If you like the idea of a trip down under, please get in touch.

06/11/2024

It is dark and getting colder, time to look at those blue sky pictures and dream of next summer!

Villa Natura, Kefalonia
Savour the stunning views from this stylish, well equipped villa suitable one or two couples or as an idyllic lovely honeymoon nest,
💙 Beautiful contemporary villa
💙 Fabulous location
💙 Stunning sea and Mount Ainos views
💙 Fantastic 10 metre private pool
💙 Trapezaki Beach 10min walk
💙 Walking distance to a taverna
💙 Packages from £803pp, August from £1396
Per person price based on villa max occupancy (4 people) , 7 nights accommodation, UK flights and car hire. Flights subject to possible supplements.

06/11/2024

Don't wait for January to book your holiday, a lot of the tour companies and cruise companies are already loading their Black Friday or Winter sales.

One of my favourite suppliers is G-Adventures, who offer some fantastic and unique small group experiences. They have already launched their Black Friday sale and offering some savings of up to 30%.

Please get in touch if you are interested.

05/11/2024

With the Christmas Markets opening in Manchester this week, I wanted to share some last minute market inspiration?

I'm here to help! Visit the scenic Trento, where enchanting stalls line cobbled streets, or explore Gothenburg for a Nordic wonderland experience. 🎄🛍️

With me as your personal Travel Counsellor, uncover the best-kept secrets and craft an itinerary that's as unique as you are. Ready to explore? Reach out today and let's start planning your festive trip!

04/11/2024

Its a new week and I wanted to share some of the amazing holidays I am working on at the moment:-

Feb Half term family holiday to Tenerife
A couple of Lapland trips for 2025
Dubai Christmas break
European adventure for a couple from Australia
Mauritius for next summer
Croatia
Greek Island hopping
Route 66 motorbike adventure
California road trip
Canada explorer

I love having a real mix of destinations to research.

If there is anything travel related that you want to chat about, please do get in touch.

0161 297 0366

31/10/2024

Happy Halloween.

When the kids were little, we used to love this date. We loved the traditions of pumpkin carving and wandering the neighbourhood, looking at the decorations and the effort people had put into their displays.

Last week in San Diego, it was fascinating to see the Day of the Dead celebrations erected, the colorful alters erected, and food prepared. It was such a lovely way of celebrating it with positivity. There were alters where you were encouraged to remember your own family members and leave a donation. It really had an amazing atmosphere.

For those interested in Dracula, then a trip to Romania at this time of year is a must do. Visit the castle and immerse yourself in the vampire folklore.

Salem, the home of the "witch trials" is a destination in the USA that attracts a lot of visitors at this time of year. The amazing fall colours and the Witch museum are the main attractions. We tried to get accomodation a long time ago in Salem on Halloween and drove through the town, it was the ultimate in halloween costumes to see.

What are your plans and what do you love doing at Halloween?

27/10/2024

Thank you all for your interaction with our holiday to San Diego, I hope I have given you a good overview of the destination.

There is still things we ran out of time to do, or we had done previously that I wanted to still highlight.

The San Diego waterfront, or Embarcadero is where you will find some amazing tours of the harbour, or naval history tours. It is also where the USS Midway Museum, the famous Kiss statue and other maritime sights such as the Star of India. When we were there the dock also had a massive new yacht that belonged to Mark Zuckerberg moored up.

There is also 12 acres of parkland to play on with playgrounds for kids and a small baseball pitch, There is also seaport village with its boutiques and restaurants, but be aware it is not always open in the evenings!

If you have a car there is lots to explore around the area, or even further afield to Palm Springs.

If California is on your list of places to visit please do get in touch and I would love to help put together your dream trip.

27/10/2024

Our last hotel is the Catamaran Resort in Mission Bay. A Polynesian inspired resort hotel, with a bay beach location, lovely grounds and even streams and waterfalls. We had a garden view room, and I have to say it was lovely and quiet.

This was my favourite location as we were 1 block away from Pacific Beach. The perfect area for anybody with teenagers or who wants to be in the surf vibe. It really is a surfers paradise. Also the home of amazing sunsets!

The area is full of bars, restaurants and boutiques. We had a great breakfast on the boardwalk watching the surf schools, the same place then turns into a great sunset margarita spot!

It was the perfect way to end our time in San Diego, and have a day relaxing by the pool.

Thank you San Diego for a perfect week away. October is definitely a great time to visit, the weather is sunny and warm, cool in the evenings and mornings, quieter at the sights and if with children they go free at most attractions, or eat free in some places.

26/10/2024

San Diego Zoo,

If there is one zoo to visit in the world, this is the one!

Situated in Balboa Park, it is a zoo committed to an ethical and responsible enviroment and it invests a lot in its endangered species program.

We visited on our last visit and spent a full day around the zoo, this time we were on a mission to see the latest new arrivals.

In August, the zoo had an arrival of 2 giant panda’s from China, previously they had a successful breeding program and they are hoping for the same again.

As they were at the furthest side of the park we took the opportunity to use the cable car across the park, giving amazing views on downtown and Balboa Park. We went on a Tuesday, avoiding the weekend chaos and managed to get a timed ticket easily for the Panda’s. The female Panda had taken itself off up the hill and was hiding in the bushes, but the male panda was relaxing on his home and sleeping.

Once we had seen the Panda’s we wandered through the park enjoying the amazing way it is laid out. It was another full day in a fantastic place.

24/10/2024

Beautiful La Jolla,

Many years ago I came to San Diego to visit a good friend, and she introduced me to La Jolla. The Beverley Hills of San Diego.

It was lovely to revisit the area and explore a little more. It cost us $20 in an Uber from Mission Bay and it was a great drive looking at the lovely houses and driving through neighbourhoods.

La Jolla is a small town with some fantastic boutiques and restaurants that has an upmarket feel to it. We must have spotted 3 of the Tesla Cybertrucks as we walked around. It is a great place to people watch and take in the scenery.

A short distance away is the main reason people come to La Jolla, La Jolla Cove. It is a great area to sea kayak or SUP or just look at the many seals and sea lions that gather in this area. It is an area of stunning beauty and a perfect spot to just sit back and take in nature at its best.

Next time I am going to sea Kayak in the little caves around the bay.

24/10/2024

We relocated from the Gaslamp District to Mission Bay to spend some time near the beach. We've discovered that the beach is the place to be for families and friends on Sunday afternoons and evenings.

We're staying for a couple of nights at the Bahia Resort, Mission Bay. It's situated on its own private beach, only 5 minutes away from the shops and restaurants of Mission Beach as well as Belmont Park, a small amusement park. It's a lively area, with a boardwalk full of cyclists, skaters, and families all enjoying the sunset.

The resort is a 3-star property offering a mix of hotel rooms in a 4-story building or small lodges around the beach. It features a great restaurant overlooking the beach and a fantastic airstream coffee shop for breakfast. If you want to return to the city, you can easily catch a bus outside to Old Town or take an Uber for about $20. Personally, I would recommend a two-center holiday in San Diego, spending a couple of days in the city and then moving to the beach.

23/10/2024

I may be on holiday but things are still ongoing, and the announcement of Universal Epic, opening 22May 2025 is huge.

✨Epic Adventure at Universal Orlando February Half Term 2026 Offer! ✨

Check out this amazing package for a family of four (based on 2 adults and 2 kids under 9) 🌟

✈️ Direct flights from Manchester to Orlando International (Aer Lingus)

🏨 7 nights at the Stella Nova Resort (official Universal Orlando hotel adjacent to Epic Universe!)

🎟️ Universal Orlando All Parks Ticket 2026 – Unlimited access to all 4 parks including Epic Universe (exclusive for 2026!)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family of 4 for £6829 total

Don’t miss this EPIC opportunity!

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Don't wait for January to book your holiday, a lot of the tour companies and cruise companies are already loading their Black Friday or Winter sales. One of my favourite suppliers is G-Adventures, who offer some fantastic and unique small group experiences. They have already launched their Black Friday sale and offering some savings of up to 30%. Please get in touch if you are interested.

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Travel is something that we all dream about, it could be a weekend in the highlands or that trip of a lifetime to a deserted island. Whatever you are thinking about let me work with you to make it a reality. I have nearly 20 years experience working in travel and over 30 years of travelling myself. Travel Counsellors allows me to be able to tailor make your holiday and work with you at a time that is suitable for you. I am independant and work alongside some of the best hotels, airlines, cruise companies and experience providers in the world. We offer full financial protection and have a 24/7 duty office there if you need it.

No matter how big or small your enquiry is, please give me a call or send me a message and lets see what we can achieve.

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