Charlotte Mitchell - Travel Counsellor, Four Oaks, West Midlands

06/10/2026

Summer: the one when I turned 40 😳☀️

We scorched. The heat disturbed our sleep. We escaped to Scotland because it was cooler 😂🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

But honestly? We had SO much fun. ❤️

And now somehow… Autumn 🍂 is here.

Cosy nights, hot chocolates and all the excuses to stay in under a blanket — what’s not to like? ☕️🍂

Being part-time, a mum to a 3-year-old and owner of a slightly crazy cocker spaniel means life is pretty hectic 😂 But I’ve just had my best month of the year for sales, and I am beyond grateful.

After a really tough point at the start of the year, with circumstances completely outside of our control, having such a booming September feels pretty amazing. 🥹❤️

And September is a BIG month in the cruise world too, with cruise lines releasing more dates and itineraries into 2028 😳🚢

So I’ve been busy securing cabins across all sorts of incredible cruise itineraries — from big ships to smaller expedition-style adventures and everything in between.

Multi-centre itineraries have been my strong point for many years, and it seems my clients thought so too this month!

From South Africa & Mauritius to Florida & Jamaica, and one of my all-time favourites… bear searching in Canada 🐻🇨🇦

But it’s not all been rosy.

You can work exceptionally hard on a quote, spend hours putting together what you think is the perfect trip, and through absolutely no fault of your own… it just doesn’t convert.

Or a booking can have a significant change, and suddenly there are no suitable alternatives at such short notice. Sometimes that means cancelling and finding something completely different. We still get the client away, but it’s not quite the same as that original excitement when the perfect trip comes together.

That’s the reality of working in travel. There are highs, lows, lots of moving parts and occasionally a LOT of head scratching 😂

But when you have a month like September, where so many wonderful clients trust you with their holidays, it makes all the hard work worth it.

So here’s to Autumn 🍂, more dream trips, more adventures, more cruise bookings and hopefully slightly less chaos along the way! 😂✈️🚢

Thank you, as always, for trusting me with your holidays. It really does mean the world. ❤️

28/08/2026

🎄✨ European Christmas Markets — the dates you need to know! ✨🎄

Because apparently “I’ll just have a quick look at Christmas markets” is how you end up planning a European city break in August… and honestly, I’m not mad about it. 😂

From twinkling lights and wooden chalets to questionable amounts of mulled w**e 🍷, festive treats and that all-important Christmas shopping…

I’ve put together the dates for some of Europe’s best Christmas markets 🎅🏼✨

And if you fancy turning the Christmas market trip into a proper festive getaway, you know where I am! 😉✈️

23/08/2026

🎂 It’s my birthday today, so let’s have a little fun! 🎉

Tell me your birthday destination or your dream destination in the comments below!👇 🌍✈️

Looking at some of these destinations, I think I’d happily have a birthday every month! 😂🥂

19/08/2026

18/08/2026

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16/08/2026

Such a fun week! 🥰

Dog walks, eclipse spotting (or not, in Margot’s case! 😂), celebrating the husband’s birthday and heading into Birmingham to be spectators at the European Athletics Championships.

And to round it all off, today Margot ran/walked her very first 1K! 🏃‍♀️💕 Super proud of her… although I think she was far more excited about the ice cream afterwards! 🍦😂

Birmingham has been absolutely buzzing, and it’s been fantastic hearing so many different nationalities and languages around the city. The championships have really brought so much tourism and atmosphere to Birmingham — it’s been brilliant to see!

If you’re still lucky enough to be enjoying the last of the summer holidays somewhere with the family, I hope you’re having the best time. ☀️✈️

But if you’ve returned home and are already dreaming about 2027, need that holiday booked and ready for a countdown clock, then don’t forget I’m here to help! 💕

I’ve had another Lapland enquiry come in over the weekend, along with a multi-generational family cruise… and, of course, a magical trip to Disneyland Paris! ✨

I can’t wait to get stuck into these this week and start making some holiday dreams happen. 🥰

So, I’ll just be over here having my final week in my 30s… 😩🫠

Wish me luck! 😂💕

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03/08/2026

Where did July go?! I honestly can't believe we're already into August... but it does mean one thing – birthday month celebrations have officially begun! 🎉🥂

July was an amazing month, filled with lots of day trips and a very last-minute getaway to Scotland that was exactly what I needed. The laughs, the beach walks, the wonderful company, and, of course, escaping the heat made it all worthwhile. I think we all had the best night's sleep we've had in weeks!

Yesterday was another highlight – a gorgeous afternoon at the Charlotte Tilbury Summer Masterclass. Set on the beautiful terrace at Browns Sutton Park, it was the perfect setting to enjoy the sunshine with great company. It was such a lovely afternoon, packed with beauty tips, expert advice and gorgeous products, all while enjoying refreshing summer drinks and absolutely delicious canapés.

August is looking just as exciting, with so many of my lovely travellers heading off on adventures. From those travelling to Ireland to spend precious time with family, to a fabulous girls' getaway aboard Celebrity Apex on an unforgettable 14-night voyage through Spain and Portugal, made even more special by witnessing the spectacular Total Solar Eclipse on 12 August 2026.

There are also honeymoon memories waiting to be made in the USA and the Bahamas, an adrenaline-filled Formula 1 experience in Amsterdam, and another wonderful multi-generational family holiday to Italy. I can't wait to follow everyone's adventures and help make even more travel dreams come true this month. ✈️🌍💙

I'll also be keeping busy with plenty of holiday quotes and helping lots more people plan their next adventure. And, of course, August wouldn't be complete without making lots of memories with my little one – with trips to the zoo, Warwick Castle, the library (our favourite!), and plenty of play park adventures along the way.

Here's to making the most of the rest of the summer! ☀️💛

As always, my contact details are below if you want to beat the rush to get planning for next year.

☎ 0121 314 6650
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27/07/2026

A lovely day out at Birmingham Airport today for training on all things Walking (think lakes and mountains), Ski, and Santa's Lapland. ✈️

I learnt so much about the amazing walking destinations available during the summer. The best part? You don't actually have to take part in the walking activities! Just imagine breathtaking scenery, a glass of w**e, peace and tranquillity, and a good book... sounds perfect to me! 🍷📖🏔️

We also learnt a lot more about ski holidays, especially the best resorts for families – clearly you can't start them too young! 😉⛷️

And then there's the ever-popular Santa's Lapland... because let's face it, I think this one is just as much for me as it is for the children! Every year, as soon as the Christmas decorations appear in the shops, I start receiving enquiries about Lapland. The reality is that by then, it's usually too late to secure the most popular trips (although you might get lucky if there's a cancellation!).

The vast majority of Lapland holidays book up well over a year in advance. I'm currently taking bookings for 2027, and I already have a waiting list of clients interested in 2028.

If visiting Santa in Lapland is on your family's wish list, it's never too early to start planning! 🎅❄️

It's always great to learn more about these fantastic destinations so I can help my customers find their perfect holiday.

Want to know more? Fancy being added to the waitlist? Or perhaps you're looking to plan a different Summer 2027 holiday?

Get in touch and I'd be happy to help you find the perfect trip. ✈️😊
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📱0121 314 6650

14/07/2026

Honeymoon tickets day! 🥂✈️

This lovely couple tied the knot back in April, and now it’s finally time for their long-awaited honeymoon! 💕

Their adventure begins in Miami, where they’ll soak up the sunshine, stunning beaches, and vibrant nightlife before setting sail on an adults-only Caribbean cruise. 🛳️🌴

One of the highlights of their trip will be a visit to the iconic Beach Club at Bimini, where the chic vibes of St. Tropez, the energy of Ibiza, and the breathtaking beauty of the Caribbean come together for an unforgettable day in paradise. ☀️🍹

To round off their incredible honeymoon, they’ll head to the city that never sleeps – New York – for the perfect city break. 🗽✨

Wishing them the most amazing trip and memories to last a lifetime! 💕