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Not Just Travel - Gillian Farr Independent Travel Consultant based in North Devon offering everything from Bucket & Spade to Bucket Getting Married?
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Evening everyone. I wanted to firstly say thank you for the lovely messages following the loss of my younger dog just a ...
20/03/2024

Evening everyone.
I wanted to firstly say thank you for the lovely messages following the loss of my younger dog just a month after we said goodbye to her brother. We are completely devastated.

I’ve decided to take a short sabbatical so won’t be taking on any new enquiries until Mid April.
I will be working to clear the backlog of any existing enquiries over the next week, so if you’re already “on the books”, I’ll be in touch.

If you’d like to book in for a chat about your next trip, here’s a link to my calendar. https://calendly.com/gillian-farr/45min

Thank you once again!
Gill
Not Just Travel x

I’ve received a lovely gift today but have no idea who it’s from. It’s a windchime for H***h. If it was you, please let ...
25/02/2024

I’ve received a lovely gift today but have no idea who it’s from. It’s a windchime for H***h. If it was you, please let me know so I can say thank you properly xx 💔

Good Evening all.I'm away to the Land of Fire and Ice for a few days much needed healing rest & recouperation after sayi...
13/02/2024

Good Evening all.

I'm away to the Land of Fire and Ice for a few days much needed healing rest & recouperation after saying goodbye to my beloved H***h a few days ago. 💔

I'll be available to support customers who are currently travelling if needed, but won't be taking new enquiries whilst I'm away.

My Diary is open for phone appointments on my return, these can be booked here - https://calendly.com/gillian-farr/45min

Best wishes
Gill x

Sorry folks!It looks like there was a technical fault in the Mauritius competition link. I’ve deleted the post for now u...
27/12/2023

Sorry folks!
It looks like there was a technical fault in the Mauritius competition link. I’ve deleted the post for now until it’s resolved.
Keep your eyes peeled though as it’s an incredible prize!

Well everyone, what a year!That's my computer off for the Christmas break.  I've got some family commitments during the ...
22/12/2023

Well everyone, what a year!

That's my computer off for the Christmas break.

I've got some family commitments during the festive season that'll mean I'll be working on reduced hours until 10th January.

If you are a client who is currently away and needs assistance, please call me at 07956 584056 or send your message via Whatsapp to the same number.

If you are looking for your next holiday, please click here to book a call with me for a time that works for you - https://calendly.com/gillian-farr/45min

I'd like to take a moment to thank you all so much for your support this year, and Wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy, Healthy New Year!

Cheers Everyone!
Gill x

Stunning morning in the Danube today. We are approaching the lock that will allow us into the city of Vienna. As I’m alw...
12/11/2023

Stunning morning in the Danube today. We are approaching the lock that will allow us into the city of Vienna. As I’m always thinking about my stomach, this afternoon’s mission will be to eat Sachertorte.

10/11/2023

Oh! And here’s my cabin 😍

Well what can I say? I’ve officially eaten goulash in Hungary, and it was amazing!  Not as amazing as the ship I’ll be l...
10/11/2023

Well what can I say? I’ve officially eaten goulash in Hungary, and it was amazing!
Not as amazing as the ship I’ll be living on for the next few days. Genuinely impressed at the size and comfort of my cabin.

I’ll be posting more over the coming days… but for now, I need a nap 😴 😂.

So Excited! I'm out of the office for a few days to sail on the River Danube on this beautiful vessel!I'll be starting i...
08/11/2023

So Excited! I'm out of the office for a few days to sail on the River Danube on this beautiful vessel!
I'll be starting in Budapest and finishing in Vienna - I can already taste the goulash and sacher-torte 😍
Keep your eyes peeled for my posts from the ship. As always, if you'd like to arrange a chat about your next adventure, pop yourself into my diary. (Link in the comments).
Ciao for now!

Shout out to my magnificent Postie John, who braved this awful weather to deliver a gift from a grateful client followin...
02/11/2023

Shout out to my magnificent Postie John, who braved this awful weather to deliver a gift from a grateful client following their recent trip to Jamaica 🇯🇲

What a lovely surprise to start the day!

Awful news this morning from Morocco 🇲🇦.  I fell in love with Marrakesh when I was there in April, and fully intend to r...
09/09/2023

Awful news this morning from Morocco 🇲🇦.
I fell in love with Marrakesh when I was there in April, and fully intend to return.

My thoughts are with them this morning, and I sincerely hope all the lovely people we met are safe. 🙏

🎼Friday Fun🎶I've had lots of enquiries over the years to send clients to locations they've seen in their favourite film ...
08/09/2023

🎼Friday Fun🎶

I've had lots of enquiries over the years to send clients to locations they've seen in their favourite film or tv show... but this week was a little different!

I was asked to put a trip togther to beautful Sri Lanka - to visit the locations featured in 3 Duran Duran music videos 🥰.
It's been a HUGE amount of fun researching the locations and I hope the client will be happy with the result.

So, just for fun, which Music video would you like to visit? Or, If you've already done something like that, where did you go?

Happy Friday!!

Travel Update: UK Air Traffic Control ✈️⚠️What I know so far...The issue was "identified and remedied" around 3.30 pm on...
29/08/2023

Travel Update: UK Air Traffic Control ✈️⚠️

What I know so far...The issue was "identified and remedied" around 3.30 pm on Monday 28th August - There is expected to be widespread disruption throughout the week.

If you are due to travel in the next few days, I am a WhatsApp away and will keep you updated with the latest updates. I am busy behind the scenes:
✈️ Checking if flights are still happening
⌚ Checking flights are on time

Stay tuned to my socials for further updates!

I adore this place. It’s over 30 degrees but there’s a gentle breeze, stunning sea to cool the tootsies, and a frosty be...
18/08/2023

I adore this place. It’s over 30 degrees but there’s a gentle breeze, stunning sea to cool the tootsies, and a frosty beer. What more do you need ?

Back to work on the 25th if you want to arrange your own escape from reality.

It seems I only ever have time to post updates when I’m about to swan off to the sun these days! I am off next week for ...
10/08/2023

It seems I only ever have time to post updates when I’m about to swan off to the sun these days!

I am off next week for some much-needed R & R, and as I have a lot on the go, I won't be taking any new enquiries until after my holiday, I will, however, remain available for any clients that are currently travelling and need support. (As well as dealing with existing enquiries)

If you’d like to arrange a call to chat about your holiday plans, please book yourself in here - https://calendly.com/gillian-farr/45min

Keep your eyes peeled for my updates from Croatia!

Ciao for now.
Gill
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Magnificent Marrakesh. My long awaited trip to Morocco didn’t quite go according to plan, as I threw my back out on the ...
13/04/2023

Magnificent Marrakesh.
My long awaited trip to Morocco didn’t quite go according to plan, as I threw my back out on the first day, rendering me incapable of doing much 😔.

Thankfully I’d chosen an all-inclusive hotel with lovely (flat!) gardens so I was able to shuffle about somewhat, and our balcony also had a wonderful view and full sun from around 10am until sunset.

When I was able to venture out briefly, I fell in love with this crazy, chaotic city. The Souks are an assault on the senses and the architecture and art is stunning.

I WILL be going back to complete the things I wasn’t able to do (rooftop sundowners/trip to the Atlas Mountains/night markets etc).

I am back to work but on reduced hours as I can’t sit at my desk for long. If you’d like to discuss your holiday plans, please book a call here. https://calendly.com/gillian-farr/45min

Good Morning Everyone. Exactly 1 year ago, I achieved the milestone of £1 million in sales since starting my business.  ...
01/04/2023

Good Morning Everyone.

Exactly 1 year ago, I achieved the milestone of £1 million in sales since starting my business. It had taken me 23 days short of 4 years to do so.

I'm delighted to announce, that this morning, it's been confirmed that that's now £2 million! 🎉.

I'm genuinely overwhelmed by this, (there may have been a few happy tears this morning).

I'd like to thank each and every one of you wonderful people for trusting me with your holiday dreams, recommending me to your friends and families, and bearing with me when I've been so busy it's taken a little longer than usual to get back to you. I can;t wait to celebrate with some of you this evening at the Charity Ball 🍾

Special mention goes to my lovely PA Luisa for all the admin work behind the scenes, I could not have done this without you. 🌟

And Last but not least, HUGE thanks to my long-suffering, but incredibly supportive Husband - who I've promised that I won't be working when we head off to Morocco in a couple of days' time.

I can't wait to see what the next year brings!

Safe Travels
Gill
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Well, March has been a blur!   It's been another extremely busy month, with some amazing holidays booked for you lovely ...
29/03/2023

Well, March has been a blur! It's been another extremely busy month, with some amazing holidays booked for you lovely people.

I am off next week for some much-needed R & R, and as I have a lot on the go, I won't be taking any new enquiries until after my holiday, I will, however, remain available for any clients that are currently travelling and need support. (As well as dealing with existing enquiries)

If you’d like to arrange a call to chat about your holiday plans, please book yourself in here - https://calendly.com/gillian-farr/45min

Keep your eyes peeled for my updates from Morocco!

Ciao for now.
Gill
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I'm very proud to be supporting this fabulous event in aid of two very worthwhile charities. 💖 Little Hearts Matter whic...
22/02/2023

I'm very proud to be supporting this fabulous event in aid of two very worthwhile charities.

💖 Little Hearts Matter which supports families of children affected by complex heart conditions and
🏡 Little Johns House, a local charity that supports children and adults with special needs in Romania.

💃🏻🕺🏻Get your dancing shoes on and come along to support these amazing charities - it would be lovely to see you there!

🎫 Saturday 1st April - Great Torrington Town Hall - 7pm until Midnight
Tickets are £27.50 per person and include a 2-course meal & Disco.

🎉 There'll also be a raffle on the night with some excellent prizes up for grabs.
Get in touch with me via messenger for tickets.

For more information on the 2 charities, please visit
https://www.lhm.org.uk/
http://littlejohnshouse.co.uk/ljh/

Iceland, you were magnificent!I was very fortunate that the Nordic weather gods were on my side this week. Iceland was e...
20/02/2023

Iceland, you were magnificent!

I was very fortunate that the Nordic weather gods were on my side this week. Iceland was everything I hoped it would be and more.

Geysers and volcanoes. Incredible food and lovely people. Thermal spas… and my number 1 bucket list item - The Aurora Borealis. 💚

If you’d like me to help you plan your next adventure, click the link below to book yourself in for a chat. I’ll be back to work tomorrow.

https://calendly.com/gillian-farr/45min

How is it February already?  It's been an incredibly busy month, with some amazing holidays booked for you lovely people...
10/02/2023

How is it February already? It's been an incredibly busy month, with some amazing holidays booked for you lovely people.

It is, however, time for me to take a much-needed break.
I'll be back to work on the 21st of February
If you’d like to arrange a call to chat about your holiday plans, please book yourself in here - https://calendly.com/gillian-farr/45min

I won't be taking any new enquiries until after my holiday, I will, however, remain available for any clients that are currently travelling and need support.

Keep your eyes peeled for my updates from Iceland!

Ciao for now.
Gill
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Happy New Year Everyone!I've just received these incredible photos taken by a lovely customer last week whilst onboard t...
03/01/2023

Happy New Year Everyone!

I've just received these incredible photos taken by a lovely customer last week whilst onboard the iconic Hurtigruten Norwegian Coast Express voyage.

The Northern lights very much came out to play on this trip of a lifetime... I'm very jealous!

I've got some fabulous offers for a selection of the Hurtigruten voyages and expedition cruises that need to be booked in January.

If you've dreamed of visiting the Amazing Arctic - or anywhere else for that matter, book a call so we can chat.
https://calendly.com/gillian-farr/45min

Who else is in need of some Vitamin Sea?Don’t forget, I work with all the major holiday companies, so if you’ve seen an ...
28/12/2022

Who else is in need of some Vitamin Sea?

Don’t forget, I work with all the major holiday companies, so if you’ve seen an advert on the TV that takes your fancy, contact me before you waste hours online.

Get in touch for a chat about your next holiday.
📞 01805 640110
Whatsapp 07956 584056
📩 [email protected]
Book an appointment - https://calendly.com/gillian-farr/45min

🎄 Christmas Operating Hours 🎄I will be available throughout the festive period for customers who are travelling imminent...
21/12/2022

🎄 Christmas Operating Hours 🎄

I will be available throughout the festive period for customers who are travelling imminently and other customers with urgent issues.

However I will taking some time off from the day to day work from the 23rd Dec to 27th Dec and on 30th Dec to 2nd Jan.

If you are looking to get something booked before Christmas, you still have a little bit of time, so drop me an email me at [email protected] or book a call here - https://calendly.com/gillian-farr/45min

It’s always nice to get an unexpected delivery from a happy customer. Thank you Mr and Mrs N. I’m so pleased you had a l...
20/10/2022

It’s always nice to get an unexpected delivery from a happy customer.

Thank you Mr and Mrs N. I’m so pleased you had a lovely time. I shall enjoy this immensely! 🥂

10/10/2022

A sneaky peak at one of the nicest hotel rooms I've ever seen.
Get in touch to find out more!

South Africa - Day 3.We left Cape Town this morning to head to the Winelands town of Franschoek, where I was VERY excite...
10/10/2022

South Africa - Day 3.

We left Cape Town this morning to head to the Winelands town of Franschoek, where I was VERY excited to take part in an activity that I’ve sent dozens of clients on… The Wine Tram! It’s exactly as you’d imagine. A vintage tram, that runs through the countryside, stopping at several wine estates along the way. You can choose how many you visit, (we did 3 in total, 2 before and 1 after lunch) and the driver will keep you entertained on the route with his commentary of the area.

Each estate has a different offering from a simple sampling of the products, to full pairing menus. You choose which works best for you. The main tram station is right in town, so no need to worry about driving to get back to your lodgings.

The Wine estates are all very un-pretentious, so it doesn’t matter if you’re a wine novice or expert, you’re going to have a good time (provided you like wine!). My favourite was “Pig-Casso”, which is a Wine estate/Animal sanctuary and home to a painting pig. Yes. A pig who paints, and she’s VERY talented! 😉.

Lunch was taken along with a site visit at Mont Rochelle – a Virgin Limited Edition hotel and Vineyard. I don’t have the words to describe how impressed I was with this place. Boutique luxury, top-notch service, outstanding food, stunning surroundings…all whilst feeling really relaxed and casual. Bliss. I'll post a video of one of the rooms soon.

South African Adventure – Day 2Today was all about the history and culture of Cape Town and the nearby areas.  We starte...
09/10/2022

South African Adventure – Day 2

Today was all about the history and culture of Cape Town and the nearby areas. We started with a tour of a former racially segregated area, Bo-Kaap. Once known as the Malay Quarter, Bo-Kaap is famous for its brightly coloured houses, art scene and spice market.
Our guide, Vaughn explained that there’s no official reason why the houses were so bright, but his favourite version was that a doctor painted his office/ home blue in order to stand out amongst all the white houses to make it easier for his patients to find him. His neighbours got in on the act and now, well, you can see from the photos just how magnificent they are!

After Bo-Kaap, we took a drive to some of the other areas of the city including District 6 (where around 60 000 inhabitants were forcibly removed in the 1960/70’s under the apartheid regime) then onto Woodstock, (where I was delighted with the street art & murals). I always like to try to understand and learn about the history of the area, no matter how dark and distressing, and I have to say, Vaughn was amazing and very happy to answer my questions.

We departed the main city & headed to the countryside for our Hotel site inspection, stopping at the Constantia Glen winery on the way for a tasting. Today’s site inspection was the 5-star Cellars Hohenort - Liz Mcgrath Collection hotel, a member of the exclusive “Small Luxury hotels of the world” club. An Absolute oasis! The property is spread over several buildings, nestled in stunning gardens. The rooms are divine, and the lunch was incredible. If you keep your eyes peeled you may be lucky enough to spot the hotel's resident tortoises! (I had to settle for the ducks and Egyptian geese).

We headed back to the city via the incredible Chapmans Peak Drive, one of the most scenic roads I’ve ever been on. We had a short time to change before heading out for an evening of African culture, food…and drumming! So much fun!

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