Nigel Scrimshaw-Travel Counsellors

11/05/2026

Anyone else rate the standard of the hotel by the look of the pool and the quality of their sunbeds ?
Pool
Free form ....tick
Easy access ....tick
Beds by pool edge ( some in pool)....tick
Shady areas...tick
Pool jacuzzi.....tick
Sunbeds
Table for drinks....tick
Mattress on sunbed ( massive here )...double tick
Condition/cleanliness of sunbeds ......tick ( look new)
Sunlounger drinks and food service tick

10/10 here at Avali marbella collection Corfu

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

Arrived to a rather cloudy and damp Corfu.Queue through passport control despite the electronic machines disabled was looking, took around 45mins they were doing fingerprints at the booths, but we went through without we suspect as we did in portugal on tuesday ??Here's hoping for better weather to try out the pool, but it's heated so thats a result !@ so far so good...despite me dropping my welcome drink all over reception floor !!

28/03/2026

Tonight s the night don't forget .....

23/03/2026

I'm absolutely delighted to share that I've been awarded the Celebrity Moments Award for 2026 !
A massive thank you to all my wonderful cruise customers: your trust in me to plan your Celebrity Cruise holidays has made this possible, and I'm truly grateful for your continued support.

If you're thinking about your next cruise, or are completely new to cruising and not sure where to start, I'd love to help you plan something special with Celebrity Cruises. From ship choice and cabins to Itineraries and those little extra touches. I'm here to make it all easy and enjoyable for you.

Send me a message, give me a call, or drop me a WhatsApp and let's start planning your next Celebrity cruise adventure together.

12/03/2026

 🚢 DEAL OF THE WEEK ❤️

Highlights of the Douro Valley & Salamanca

💰 Save £500pp – from just £1,999pp

Sail through one of Europe’s most stunning wine regions on this 7-night Douro River Cruise 🍷

A perfect blend of culture, breathtaking scenery and incredible food & wine

✨ What’s Included

✔️ 7 nights on a five-star river ship

✔️ FREE all-inclusive drinks package 🥂

✔️ Full board dining throughout your cruise

✔️ 11 included excursions

✔️ Free Wi-Fi onboard

✔️ Dedicated Riviera Cruise Director

🌟 Cruise Highlights

• Guided tour of Porto’s historic Old Town

• Visit the beautiful Mateus Palace gardens

• Explore Castelo Rodrigo & the Sanctuary of Lamego

• Choice of Port tasting or free time in Guimarães

• Wine-tasting lunch at a traditional Portuguese Quinta 🍷

• Full day trip to Salamanca including flamenco show & lunch

📅 30 June 2026

✈️ Fly from Bristol, Gatwick, Manchester or Stansted

• Lower Deck: Was £2,849 pp Now £2,349 pp

• Middle Deck: Was £3,749 pp Now £3,249 pp

• Upper Deck: Was £3,949 pp Now £3,449 pp

📅 21 July 2026

✈️ Fly from Bristol, Gatwick, Manchester, Stansted or Liverpool

• Lower Deck: Was £2,499 pp Now £1,999 pp

• Middle Deck: Was £3,349 pp Now £2,849 pp

• Upper Deck: Was £3,549 pp Now £3,049 pp

📅 04 August 2026

✈️ Fly from Gatwick, Manchester or Stansted

• Lower Deck: ❌ SOLD OUT

• Middle Deck: Was £3,349 pp Now £2,849 pp

• Upper Deck: Was£3,549 pp Now £3,049 pp

Prices based on two sharing. Subject to availability. All local taxes included. Book by 18 March 26.

12/03/2026

The brand-new Creta Palace Resort

Fresh from its win at the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, Grecotel Creta Palace has been completely transformed for the new season. Reopening this May, this much-loved Cretan landmark is ready to give you an elevated island experience on the north coast of Crete. Set along the island’s longest sandy beach, stretching an impressive 12 kilometres, and just a scenic stroll from the old town of Rethymno, it’s a location that makes selling effortless. Culture, coastline, and authentic Greek charm are all right on the doorstep.

Highlights:
☀️ Striking poolscape and seamless indoor-outdoor living
☀️ Redesigned rooms made for modern island stays
☀️ Seven restaurants, four bars and authentic Cretan flavour
☀️ A resort designed to delight families
Contact : [email protected]

10/03/2026

Good afternoon
Just to advise that all my Middle East Clients are safe and well back in England, and all those that were due to travel from the start of the conflict up to 1st April have already recieved or are in the process of receiving a full refund.
I thank all my affected customers for their patience, understanding and trust and that they can say they are well cared for and looked after.
My customers are not just a sale, but are my personal priority, and are a valuable possession that I strive to care for to the best of my ability.