Jackie Lothian Personal travel Consultant

06/11/2026

💕 **Happy Friday everyone!** 🥰

Well, another week has flown by!

With everything going on in the world at the moment, it does feel like it's all gone a little bit mad, doesn't it! 🌎

I've booked some fabulous trips for people this week, and I have to say they've given me a bit of inspiration for my own travels too! 😂✈️

So just a little reminder that I'm always here if you fancy a chat about holidays, future adventures or somewhere you've always wanted to explore. Even if you're just looking for a bit of inspiration, I always love talking travel! 🌴☀️

Sometimes it's just lovely to have something to look forward to, isn't it? My lovely sister-in-law Claire sent me this photo this week when we were in 📍Sirmione, Italy which was only a few weeks ago but feels much more.

I'm wishing you all a lovely, peaceful and safe weekend, whatever you have planned. ❤️

And if you're heading off anywhere, safe travels and have the most wonderful time! 🧳✈️

**Take care everyone and enjoy your weekend!** 💕🥂

06/11/2026

🌎✈️ There are so many tour operators offering some fabulous Black Friday deals at the moment! 30% off

If you fancy something a little different from your usual holiday, perhaps a more immersive trip where you really get to experience the people, culture and places you visit, then take a look at this one! 😍

🇵🇪 **PERU – definitely in my top 5 places I want to visit!** ❤️

Imagine exploring the Andes, visiting the floating islands of Lake Titicaca and, of course, seeing the incredible Machu Picchu!

This small-group adventure with G Adventures is packed with amazing experiences, from meeting local communities and learning about traditional weaving and pottery to walking the famous Inca Trail. 🥾

And even better, **there's 30% off the tour, saving £645pp!** 🙌

✈️ **12 nights departing 19th April 2027**

🇬🇧 London Heathrow – £2,599pp
🇬🇧 Manchester – £2,789pp
🇬🇧 Edinburgh – £2,789pp
🇮🇪 Dublin – £2,819pp

Your adventure includes flights, accommodation, some meals, transport throughout and an experienced tour leader.

💜 I absolutely love this type of travel. Getting out there, meeting local people, experiencing different cultures and coming home with some amazing memories!

Peru is definitely somewhere I hope to tick off my own list one day!

If this sounds like your kind of adventure, or there's another destination you've always fancied exploring, drop me a message. There are some brilliant offers around at the moment and I'd love to help you find something special! 🌎✈️

*Prices are per person and subject to availability. Black Friday offer terms apply.*

05/11/2026

🇺🇸 Travelling to the USA? A little update worth knowing! ✈️

If you’re heading to America anytime soon, there’s a new travel requirement that came into effect this week.

All passengers flying to the USA, including those simply transiting through, must now complete a short health declaration confirming they haven’t visited the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the previous 21 days.

This has been introduced by the US authorities as a precaution following concerns around Ebola.

A few things worth knowing:

✈️ It applies to everyone travelling to the USA, including children.

✈️ Even if you’ve never been anywhere near the Congo, you’ll still need to complete the declaration.

✈️ Your airline is responsible for providing and collecting this declaration before you board. This may be done online or at the airport, so please check with your airline for their specific arrangements.

✈️ This is in addition to your usual entry requirements, including an ESTA where applicable.

There’s no need to panic or start filling in forms weeks before you travel! Just keep an eye on any communications from your airline.

As always, I’ll keep sharing any travel updates that might be useful, particularly when they affect your holiday plans. 😊

Official CDC guidance:
https://www.cdc.gov/port-health/legal-authorities/attestation-order.html

Learn who must sign the DRC travel attestation and when it's required for U.S. flights.

05/11/2026

🇦🇺 Australia is one of those places where you really do need more than one stop! ❤️

And I love this itinerary because it gives you a little taste of five very different parts of Australia, all in one trip! 😍

Starting in Perth, then heading to Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and finishing with a few days in sunny Brisbane. ☀️

Think lovely waterfronts, great food and w**e, buzzing cities, beautiful beaches and, of course, some pretty iconic sights along the way!

✈️ Departing 9th September 2027

🇦🇺 2 nights in Perth
🍷 3 nights in Adelaide
☕ 3 nights in Melbourne
🌉 3 nights in Sydney
☀️ 4 nights in Brisbane

That’s 15 nights exploring Australia, with your internal flights and hotels all included.

And the price is pretty good too!

✈️ Glasgow or Heathrow – £2,999pp
✈️ Manchester – £3,049pp

🥂 Just £200pp deposit.

Personally, I think this is a lovely way to see a bit of everything, especially if Australia has been on your wish list for a while.

And of course, if you’d rather spend longer in one place, change the route or add somewhere else, we can look at that too! 😊

Drop me a message if you fancy finding out more. 🇦🇺❤️

Prices based on 2 adults sharing, room-only accommodation. Transfers not included. Subject to availability and price changes. ATOL protected. Local charges may apply if introduced or amended.

04/11/2026

🐾😂 Well, I told Pippa about all the Black Friday travel deals starting to come through…

As you can see, she’s absolutely beside herself with excitement! 🤣🐶

✈️🌴 But seriously, there are some fantastic holiday offers starting to land, and November is a brilliant time to get that next adventure booked!

Whether it’s a bit of winter sunshine, a summer holiday or something you’ve had on your bucket list for ages, it’s definitely worth having a look! 🌎☀️

Drop me a message if you’ve got somewhere in mind… I’ll be keeping my eyes peeled for the bargains! 👀✈️

Pippa, meanwhile, will be continuing her very important job of looking cute! 🐾💕

03/11/2026

🚢☀️ Fancy exploring Greece, Cyprus AND Egypt all in one holiday? 🇬🇷🇨🇾🇪🇬

Now this is a lovely itinerary, especially if you enjoy a bit of sightseeing and discovering somewhere new! 😍 A great price for a family trip too.

Imagine wandering the beautiful streets of Santorini, exploring ancient history in Egypt and enjoying a little Mediterranean sunshine along the way.

And the best bit? You only unpack once! 🧳

🚢 Royal Caribbean – Rhapsody of the Seas

📅 21st May 2027
🌙 7 nights
✈️ Flights from Manchester
🍽️ Full Board
🧳 Luggage and transfers included
🛏️ Interior stateroom

🌍 Where will you visit?

🇬🇷 Athens – where your adventure begins
🇨🇾 Limassol, Cyprus
🇪🇬 Alexandria, Egypt – with an overnight stay giving you more time to explore
🇬🇷 Santorini – one of my favourite Greek island views!
🇬🇷 Return to Athens

Plus two relaxing days at sea to enjoy everything onboard. ☀️

💰 And the prices are really good too!

❤️ 2 adults – from £1,235pp
👨‍👩‍👧 Family of 3 – from £3,145 total
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family of 4 – from £3,725 total

💷 Secure your holiday with just £150pp deposit.

A fabulous way to see three countries in one week without constantly packing and moving hotels!

If this sounds like your kind of holiday, just drop me a message and I’ll happily send you more details. 💕

Prices and availability correct as of 3rd November 2026. Family prices based on children aged 17 or under. Terms and conditions apply.

01/11/2026

🇨🇷🌴 **COSTA RICA – with a 20% discount!** 🦥🐒

If you love wildlife, beautiful scenery and getting a little off the beaten track, have a look at this one! 😍

I've got access to an **exclusive 20% early booking discount** with Intrepid Travel, and this Costa Rica adventure looks fabulous!

🌎 **15 days exploring Costa Rica**, from lush rainforests and tropical beaches to local villages and incredible wildlife.

And it's not just about sightseeing – you'll really get to experience the country!

🌿 Spot sloths, monkeys and maybe even a tapir or two!

🐢 Explore the beautiful canals of Tortuguero by riverboat, home to an amazing variety of wildlife.

🏡 Spend a night with a local family and experience a little of everyday Costa Rican life.

❤️ Meet the indigenous Maleku community, enjoy a traditional meal and learn about their culture.

🌴 A lovely mix of adventure, nature and authentic experiences – exactly what makes travelling so special!

📅 **Departing 30 April 2027**
🌙 **15 days / 14 nights**
🍽️ Selected meals included
✈️ **Return flights included!**

💰 **SPECIAL 20% DISCOUNTED PRICES**

✈️ London Heathrow – **£2,559pp**

✈️ Manchester – **£2,685pp**

✈️ Edinburgh – **£2,695pp**

Travelling solo? There's a same-gender room-sharing option at no extra charge, or you can choose your own room from an additional £625.

✨ **This is an exclusive travel agent offer, so definitely worth chatting to me before booking direct!**

If Costa Rica has been on your bucket list, this could be the perfect opportunity! 🇨🇷

📩 Drop me a message and I'll happily send you the full itinerary.

*Prices based on two adults sharing, correct as of 28 October 2026 and subject to availability. T&Cs apply. Tour operated by Intrepid Travel. E&OE.*

30/10/2026

Just out of interest what on earth have I missed? , I have only been away 4 days and I have been bombarded with social media posts telling me I need to buy water, tins of food , torches and stockpile cash.

Like 20 posts saying the same 🥴🥴 - I don’t know whether to do the washing or get my tinned beans 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🌍

We really need some positivity right now as well 💛💛