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How well did you sleep?For most customers an important part of their holiday is that everyone gets a good rest.But it’s ...
07/11/2024

How well did you sleep?

For most customers an important part of their holiday is that everyone gets a good rest.

But it’s often one of the things people gloss over when choosing their trip.

This is especially true when you are travelling with children. The sleeping arrangements when you travel as a family are not the same in every hotel or cruise cabin.

Don’t assume that everyone will have their own bed.

Shared sofa beds are common and most search engines will deem this suitable, for even older teens. In reality it may not suit your personal circumstances or your 15 and 17 year olds who are over both 6ft.

If you have a fussy smaller child who won’t sleep alone, you don’t want to be forced to sleep on a z-bed with a questionably thin mattress.

It’s really important that you consider these details of any holiday you are booking, not just looking at the fun bits and the great price.

But don’t worry if this sounds complicated. I am here to help.

I can make sure that the holiday you want is the holiday you get. One where everyone has a great time and suitable rest.

If this sounds like something you need help with you can book a call with me here https://calendly.com/emma-summerill/30min

This is week I booked a family road trip to Ontario and Quebec, in Canada. They will spend two weeks exploring Toronto, ...
02/11/2024

This is week I booked a family road trip to Ontario and Quebec, in Canada.

They will spend two weeks exploring Toronto, Niagara, Ottawa and Montreal.

There are loads of great family activities and attractions to discover in this area including theme parks, adrenaline activities and wildlife tours.

If you are looking for an unusual alternative for your family summer holiday, this sort of trip might suit.

I’m always happy to have a chat to explore different holiday options and you can book a call in my diary here https://calendly.com/emma-summerill/30minl

Liberty of the seas will be sailing out Southampton in summer 2026Here are some incredible options for family holidays.T...
01/11/2024

Liberty of the seas will be sailing out Southampton in summer 2026

Here are some incredible options for family holidays.

These are based on inside cabins, but we can price outside cabins and balconies (where applicable)

⚓️Full board Experience - around the clock dining included
⚓️Entertainment & Activities Included

Ship Highlights:
🌟 Saturday Night Fever The Broadway Musical
🌟The perfect storm waterslides
🌟FlowRider SurfSimulator
🌟SplashAway Bay Kids Aqua Park
🌟Sports court & Arcade
🌟Various bars
🌟3 Pools & 6 Whirlpools
🌟Casino Royale
🌟Royal Theatre
🌟Ice Skating rink
🌟Outdoor Movie Screen
🌟Adventure Ocean Kids Club
🌟Rock Climbing Wall
🌟Unlimited ice cream
🌟Unlimited pizza

🚨School holiday offers, Total Prices!

🇫🇷 Paris Weekend Getaway
29th May 2026, 2 nights
2 adults - £336pp
Family of 3 - £976 total
Family of 4 - £1,168 total
Family of 5 - 2 cabins - £1,648 total

🇩🇪Hamburg & Bruges
19th July 2026, 5 nights
2 adults - £624pp
Family of 3 - £1,659 total
Family of 4 - £1,960 total
Family of 5 - 2 cabins - £3,079 total

🇪🇸Spanish Flair
24th July 2026, 9 nights
2 adults - £1,243pp
Family of 3 - £3,577 total
Family of 4 - £4,220 total
Family of 5 - 2 cabins £6,063 total

🇪🇸Spanish Flair & Solar Eclipse
7th August 2026, 9 nights
2 adults - £1,283pp
Family of 3 - £3,681 total
Family of 4 - £4,220 total
Family of 5 - 2 cabins £6,247 total

🇳🇴Norwegian Fjords
16th August 2026, 7 nights
2 adults - £914pp
Family of 3 - £2,630 total
Family of 4 - £3,112 total
Family of 5 - 2 cabins - £4,458 total

😍 Northern City Escapes
23rd August 2026, 8 nights
2 adults - £1,051pp
Family of 3 - £3,033 total
Family of 4 - £3,596 total
Family of 5 - 2 cabins - £5,135 total

*Spread the cost with Direct Debit options for balance payments*

Ts and Cs apply

Subject to availability

If you are interested, please email me at [email protected] for more information. I will not be able to post prices in response to comments.

Spread the cost of your holiday! You can benefit from monthly Direct Debit payments on all holidays travelling more than...
27/10/2024

Spread the cost of your holiday!

You can benefit from monthly Direct Debit payments on all holidays travelling more than four months ahead.

If you choose a monthly scheme you will also have longer to pay off your holiday. The final payment won’t be due until six weeks before you travel.

This is an easy way to pay off your holiday, without needing to think about it and there is no big bill at the end. I now pay for all my personal holidays with Direct Debit.

There is no fee for setting up the payment scheme and your total holiday cost will remain exactly the same.

You can email me at [email protected] if you wish to ask any questions about Direct Debit payments.

Why do people choose to book their Lapland holidays with me?- I’ve sent well over 50 families to Lapland so I am aware w...
26/10/2024

Why do people choose to book their Lapland holidays with me?

- I’ve sent well over 50 families to Lapland so I am aware what works well and what doesn’t.
- I’ve been twice so can give you my recommendations based on experience.
- Most of my Lapland bookings come from recommendations of people who have booked with me before.
- I offer a one hour group zoom call each winter to give families my top tips and prepare them for their trip.
- I’m on hand before and after booking and when they are travelling to answer any questions they have.
- I can advise and support them with family members who have additional needs or dietary requirements.

For most people Lapland is a once in a lifetime trip. It’s important to book with someone you can trust to help you book the right experience.

If you wish to chat about booking a Lapland trip you can book a call in my diary here https://calendly.com/emma-summerill/30min

This is your FINAL chance to secure guaranteed pricing for P&O cruises winter 26/27If you are interested in a Cruise up ...
22/10/2024

This is your FINAL chance to secure guaranteed pricing for P&O cruises winter 26/27

If you are interested in a Cruise up to December 2026, we need to chat today and I need deposit paid by the end of the day.

If you are interested in cruises January to March 2027, I need deposits by 5 pm tomorrow.

Due to the timescales involved, if you are considering any of these cruises, please email me at [email protected] for more information asap.

Now is the best time to lock in the lowest prices, the best cabins and spread the cost over two years.

⭐️Something new from P&O’s 26/27 Launch ⭐️⛴️ Atlantic Islands, Morocco & Portugal Cruise⛴️ Join The Indulgent Explorer, ...
20/10/2024

⭐️Something new from P&O’s 26/27 Launch ⭐️

⛴️ Atlantic Islands, Morocco & Portugal Cruise

⛴️ Join The Indulgent Explorer, Arcadia in Southampton

🌍 3rd December 2026

🤩 18 Nights, Full Board basis

💫 This chic adult-only ship has won over many hearts thanks to her relaxed and intimate atmosphere, classic elegance, stylish design and array of features designed for pampering and indulgence.

It features 15 Dining & Bar Venues, 2 Theatres & Lounges as well as 2 Pools.

This unforgettable cruise takes you to…

💛 Tenerife
🧡 Praia, Cape Verde
💛 St Vincent, Cape Verde
🧡 Lanzarote
💛 Agadir, Morocco
🧡 Casablanca, Morocco
💛 & Lisbon, Portugal
🧡 Before returning back to Southampton

There’s so many amazing excursions and experiences available to make this a cruise to remember!

Prices below are per person based on 2 sharing, & includes that massive 10% early booking discount…

💛 A Deluxe Balcony cabin is £1683pp

🧡 An Inside cabin is £1161pp

🫶 Book during the launch period and take advantage of the low 10% deposit offer.

Prices include that fantastic 10% discount!

Don’t forget as always you can spread the cost using direct debit payments. Making this amazing holiday even more affordable.

Subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.

If this of interest you can book a call in my diary here https://calendly.com/emma-summerill/30min

Deposits need to be paid by 6pm on 22nd October to secure this offer.

Don’t forget, winter 26/27 P&O cruises are in pre-registration now! Booking on the day of launch is the absolute best ti...
19/10/2024

Don’t forget, winter 26/27 P&O cruises are in pre-registration now!

Booking on the day of launch is the absolute best time to book.

You will get the best choice of cabin. This might include cabins with slightly bigger balconies and those in the best locations. Getting the right cabin can make a huge difference to your experience.

Pricing is also usually lowest at this time. The Cruise I have booked in April that I booked almost 2 years ago has increased in price by £2000! 😮

P&O have limited cabins for third and fourth passengers. They always sell out well in advance. So if you wait, you might not even get on board.

One of the most compelling reasons to book early is that you can spread the cost of your trip.

I now pay all my holidays off via direct debit. It’s much nicer than having a big bill a few months before you go. The further away the holiday, the smaller the monthly payment.

If you’d like to chat about whether or not A Cruise for winter 26/27 is for you, you can book a call in my diary here https://calendly.com/emma-summerill/30min

⭐️⭐️ P&O’s Winter 26/27 Launch offer  ⭐️⭐️🤩🤩 What better way start a new year than with a 14 night Caribbean cruise with...
18/10/2024

⭐️⭐️ P&O’s Winter 26/27 Launch offer ⭐️⭐️

🤩🤩 What better way start a new year than with a 14 night Caribbean cruise with direct flights from Cardiff! ✈️

✈️ Departing on 1st January 2027

⛴️ Then it’s All Aboard Arvia ~ P&O's newest ship.

🍽️ With its 26 dining venues and bars 🎭 6 theatres and lounges ☀️ 5 pools, there's something for everyone!

Your cruise is on a full board basis. Drinks packages can be added.

🏝️ This 14 night cruise visits…

🌴 Martinique
☀️ St Kitts & Nevis
🌴 British Virgin Islands
☀️ Saint Maarten
🌴 St Lucia
☀️ Grenada
Then it’s back to Barbados for your direct flight to Cardiff!

💙 Balcony Cabin prices are from…
£5466 - for 2 sharing
£6786 - for a family of 3 sharing
£8106 - for a family of 4 sharing

💙 Inside Cabin prices are from…
£4566 - for 2 sharing
£5886 - for a family of 3 sharing
£7206 - for a family of 4 sharing

🌟 Book during the launch period and take advantage of the low 10% deposit offer.

Don’t forget as always you can spread the cost using direct debit payments. Making this dream holiday even more affordable.

Subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.

If you are interested, please book a call in my diary by October 21st so we can guarantee pre-registration prices. ⭐️⭐️ P&O’s Winter 2026/27 Launch is here ⭐️⭐️

🤩🤩 What better way to kick it all off than with a 14 night Caribbean cruise with direct flights from Cardiff! ✈️

✈️ Departing on 1st January 2027

⛴️ Then it’s All Aboard Arvia ~ P&O's newest ship.

🍽️ With its 26 dining venues and bars 🎭 6 theatres and lounges ☀️ 5 pools, there's something for everyone!

Your cruise is on a full board basis. Drinks packages can be added.

🏝️ This 14 night cruise visits…

🌴 Martinique
☀️ St Kitts & Nevis
🌴 British Virgin Islands
☀️ Saint Maarten
🌴 St Lucia
☀️ Grenada
Then it’s back to Barbados for your direct flight to Cardiff!

💙 Balcony Cabin prices are from…
£5466 - for 2 sharing
£6786 - for a family of 3 sharing
£8106 - for a family of 4 sharing

💙 Inside Cabin prices are from…
£4566 - for 2 sharing
£5886 - for a family of 3 sharing
£7206 - for a family of 4 sharing

🌟 Book during the launch period and take advantage of the low 10% deposit offer.

Don’t forget as always you can spread the cost using direct debit payments. Making this dream holiday even more affordable.

Subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.

If you are interested, please book a call in my diary by October 21st so we can guarantee pre-registration prices. https://calendly.com/emma-summerill/30min

“One hell of a trip”That is how the customer described the 25 night India trip we put together for them.It involves 9 ni...
18/10/2024

“One hell of a trip”

That is how the customer described the 25 night India trip we put together for them.

It involves 9 nine different hotel stays, 7 flights and a 7 night 5* cruise.

They will be visiting many of the highlights of India including Dehli, Agra, Jaipur, Amritsar, Dharamshala, Kolkata and Varanasi.

It’s going to be epic!

We have completely built this trip to meet the customers exact needs. There have been several changes as the planning has progressed. Now hopefully it is the perfect itinerary for them.

If you were looking for a trip, but have never seen quite what you want, to get in touch because we can help!

You can book a call in my diary for no obligation at any time, here https://calendly.com/emma-summerill/30min

⭐️P&O’s Winter 26/27 Cruise offers ⭐️🤩 This cruise is  perfect for the family and includes free child places‼️⛴️ Board I...
16/10/2024

⭐️P&O’s Winter 26/27 Cruise offers ⭐️

🤩 This cruise is perfect for the family and includes free child places‼️

⛴️ Board Incredible Iona in Southampton for 7 fun filled nights on 20th February 2027.

🌟 Iona was designed to invite the outdoors in. With its 33 dining & bar venues 🥂, 6 theatres 🎭 & lounges and 5 pools 💙, plus great kids clubs, there’s something for everyone!

🍽️ Your cruise is on a full board basis. Drinks packages can be added.

This 7 night voyage visits…
🇳🇱 An overnight stay in Rotterdam
🇧🇪 Zeebrugge (for tours to Bruges)
🇩🇪 Hamburg
🇬🇧 Before sailing back to Southampton

🫶 Balcony Cabin prices are from…

⭐️⭐️ £1656 ⭐️⭐️

That’s the same price for 2 adults or a family of 4!

🫶 Inside Cabin prices are from…

⭐️⭐️ £1134 ⭐️⭐️

That’s the same price for 2 adults or a family of 4!

Prices include that fantastic 10% launch discount!!

🌟 Book during the launch period and take advantage of the low 10% deposit offer.

Don’t forget as always you can spread the cost using direct debit payments. Making this dream holiday even more affordable.

Subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.

If this is an interest to you, you can book a call in my diary here https://calendly.com/emma-summerill/30min

Deposits need to be paid by 21st of October to secure your cabin.

This weekend, I booked a trip to Santa’s Lapland, for a lovely family of five. They were able to take advantage of the t...
15/10/2024

This weekend, I booked a trip to Santa’s Lapland, for a lovely family of five.

They were able to take advantage of the three night break that flies out of Cardiff Airport once every season.

Before booking this holiday, we had two zoom sessions so I could find out exactly what they wanted and make recommendations.

We looked at a number of different options before they settled on the one they thought would suit them best.

As well as help to choose the right trip they will also get support, information and advice right up until they return from their trip.

Every October, I hold a zoom session for all my families travelling to Lapland that winter. It allows opportunity for me to give them my top tips and also for them to ask any questions.

Lapland is an expensive investment and most people are anxious to make sure they get this once in a lifetime holiday absolutely right.

If you are considering booking a Lapland holiday, I can help make sure it’s the magical experience you imagine.

You can book a call in my diary for a no-obligation chat here https://calendly.com/emma-summerill/30min

🚢 Book your P&O Cruise for Winter 26/27 🚢 Next week I will able to book cruises for Oct 2026 to March 2027. There are 19...
14/10/2024

🚢 Book your P&O Cruise for Winter 26/27 🚢

Next week I will able to book cruises for Oct 2026 to March 2027. There are 192 new cruises on sale!

Today P&O have released all the details and prices and I am taking pre-registrations for these bookings now.

The great thing about P&O launches is that I can guarantee prices for those ready to book. I will also personally hand pick the best cabin available which you don’t get if you book direct with P&O.

We will share some specific offers on other posts and in my VIP offers group (join here https://www.facebook.com/groups/268091711094625/ ) but there are so many that I cannot share them all.

I can cost up any of the cruises on sale for you and can help you find one that might suit you.

Here a flavour of the cruises that are on on sale

- 14 nights Caribbean Fly Cruises on Arvia and Britannia
- 14 night no-fly cruise to the Canaries on Iona, plus 16 nights over Christmas and New Year
- 7 and 14 night Canary fly-cruises on Azura plus 10 and 11 nights over Christmas and New Year.
- 14 night adult-only Christmas Cruise to Northern Europe on Aurora
- 7 night Northern Europe school holiday breaks on Iona in February and Easter 2027
- 5 night short break on Iona in Feb 27
- 18 Night Morocco and Atlantic Islands on Arcadia

Longer Cruises:

- 106 World Cruise on Arcadia from Jan to April 2026 (half cruise sectors also available)
- 75 Grand Voyage on Aurora to South America and the Panama Canal
- 35 night Caribbean no-fly cruise on Iona and Ventura
- 24 night Caribbean no-fly cruise on Aurora

Off peak cruises that sale out of the UK have 3rd and 4th passengers FREE of any age.

Regional flights are available for a small supplement including TWO Caribbean cruises from Cardiff!

Booking early will secure great prices, the best cabins and make sure you have a child place if you need it.

Deposits are just 10% deposit and there is an 10% early booking discount on all Select fares.

Direct Debit payments are available for all cruises so you can spread the costs.

If you want to chat through any options please book a call and I can talk you through all the that are available. There is no obligation to book.

Due to the popularity of cruise launches I will only be able to provide quotes after speaking to customers on a call/zoom. You can book a call in my diary here - https://calendly.com/emma-summerill/30min

Did you see the Aurora Borealis last night or did you miss it again?It’s magical to be able to see the northern lights f...
11/10/2024

Did you see the Aurora Borealis last night or did you miss it again?

It’s magical to be able to see the northern lights from our own homes, but nothing beats standing on a frozen lake while ribbons of bright green flash across the sky.

Lapland is a magical destination to see Santa Claus and his elves, but it is so much more.
The Aurora is regularly visible and the colours are so intense. You can also indulge in many snowy past times such as skiing, sledging, husky rides and reindeer treks.

There is still some limited availability for winter 2024, and plenty for winter 2025.

If you’d like to chat about whether there is an option suitable for you, you can book a call in my diary here https://calendly.com/emma-summerill/30min

🇺🇸 🚘 Midwest Memories 🚘🇺🇸Day 8Our last day had finally arrived. With the amount of activities we have packed in it feels...
03/10/2024

🇺🇸 🚘 Midwest Memories 🚘🇺🇸

Day 8

Our last day had finally arrived. With the amount of activities we have packed in it feels like we have been away for a month.

Our last morning started breakfast at the John Hancock Building, now officially called 875 N Michigan Ave.

They have a unique attraction here called The Tilt. You can hold onto handles and a hydraulic system leans you over the edge of the building. I did it but it was pretty terrifying! We also had a delicious breakfast overlooking Lake Michigan.

We were then treated to a 2 hour open top bus tour of the city. We saw many of the highlight attractions such as the zoo, farm park, planetarium and natural history museum. There is loads to do in this city and you would need several days to even scratch the surface.

Of course, no trip to Chicago is complete without famous deep dish pizza which we experienced at a popular spot Lou Malnati’s. It was delicious, but one slice is as filling as a whole meal!

Our final stop on this trip was a private tour of The Art Institute of Chicago. The museum was closed so we were able to experience some of its highlights without anyone else around.

There are a number of great works here including some from Monet, Van Gogh, Munch and Po***ck. We also got to see original of the infamous American Gothic painting by Grant Wood.

And then, finally, it was time to depart for the airport and home.

If you have followed along with all my reports, I hope you have enjoyed.

Here are some final thoughts
- If you want a Route 66 Experience, but don’t have time to do it all, you can get an excellent flavour by travelling the Illinois portion. Those first 300 miles have over 100 stops and attractions.
- St. Louis is my new favourite small city. It’s very compact and walkable. There are so many attractions here that you could easily spend a week exploring. Even better, many of them are family friendly and most of them are free.
- The people in the Midwest are so friendly and accommodating. They were delighted to welcome us to their local area and really wanted us to have a great experience.

I’m so grateful to this opportunity and will definitely be recommending the places I visited to customers in the future.

If you want to your own American road trip or you can book a call with me here https://calendly.com/emma-summerill/30min



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🇺🇸 🚘 Midwest Memories 🚘🇺🇸Day 7This morning we were invited for breakfast and an architectural cruise of Chicago aboard t...
02/10/2024

🇺🇸 🚘 Midwest Memories 🚘🇺🇸

Day 7

This morning we were invited for breakfast and an architectural cruise of Chicago aboard the First Lady.

Before the cruise departed, local press were invited on board as the City of Chicago announced they had been voted Best Big City in the USA by Conde Nast travellers for the eighth year in a row.

We enjoyed the delicious breakfast on board, and a full bar. While cocktails at 8 am is not my usual thing, I did sneak in a Bailey’s hot chocolate 🤣

The architectural cruise was interesting as the docent told us all about the different buildings we were seeing along the river. It really helped bring the city to life.

We departed the cruise and met with a local Greeter guide. She showed us some other parts of the city, including the Cultural Center with its stunning architecture and more modern art pieces like “The Bean”. We also made a special stop at to the very start of Route 66!

We embarked on our third, and final tour of the day, a three hour food and walking tour of the West Loop.

We made six different stops to sample local food. Everything from tacos, to meatballs, to cupcakes. This whole area is filled with high-quality restaurants and eateries. It was delicious but we were very full.

And after just a few hours rest, we were back out again for our gala dinner. Somehow we managed to devour another delicious 4 course meal.

We learned all about the different itineraries that have been running on this trip. We also had chance to say thank you to the people who have organised it all.

It was a great end to another busy day.


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🇺🇸 🚘 Midwest Memories 🚘🇺🇸Day 6We had a merciful late start today as we flew to Chicago for the final 2 days of the trip....
01/10/2024

🇺🇸 🚘 Midwest Memories 🚘🇺🇸

Day 6

We had a merciful late start today as we flew to Chicago for the final 2 days of the trip. The flight was only about 45 mins! It took longer to drive from the airport to the city.

We had some time to relax in out beautiful hotel rooms at the Park Hyatt Chicago. Check out my live to see it.

I didn’t have much time but I did have a quick bath, because it would be rude not to!

In the evening we met up with the 5 other trips which have been running concurrently in different parts of the US.

We were transported to the United Center to watch a concert of the pop sensation Charli XCX. We were hosted in a suite by Choose Chicago, and I think it may have spoiled concerts for me forever!

I didn’t stay up too late as we have 2 final packed days in Chicago to end the trip.


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