Vicki Barnes Independent travel agent

10/06/2026

❄️ Dreaming of fresh powder, breathtaking mountain views and world-class skiing this winter? ❄️
Join us in stunning Val d'Isère for an unforgettable week in one of the world's most iconic ski resorts! ⛷️🏂
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🏨 Résidence Les Balcons de Bellevarde
✨ Ski-In / Ski-Out Location 🏔️ Spectacular Mountain Views 🍽️ Self-Catering Apartments 🛍️ Close to Shops & Amenities 🚡 Easy Access to the Lifts
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🌟 Why Choose Val d'Isère?
⛷️ 300km of Linked Pistes 🚡 Modern Lift System ❄️ Excellent Snow Record 🏂 Incredible Off-Piste Terrain 🍷 Famous Après-Ski Scene 🏔️ Stunning Alpine Scenery
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📅 Departure: 9 January 2027 🌙 Duration: 7 Nights 👫 Based on: 2 Adults 🍽️ Board Basis: Self-Catered
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✈️ Flights Available From:
🇬🇧 London Gatwick – From £1,042pp 🇬🇧 Edinburgh – From £1,111pp 🇬🇧 Glasgow – From £1,112pp 🇬🇧 London Luton – From £1,112pp
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💥 SAVE UP TO £150pp 🎒 Flights Included 🚌 Transfers Included 🧳 Luggage Included ✅ ATOL Protected
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🔥 January ski deals like this don't stay around for long!
📩 Send us a message for availability and your personalised quote today!
🇫🇷 🎿 ❄️ 🏂 ⛷️ 🏔️ ✈️ 🍷 :::

06/06/2026

It's Saturday in June... it's supposed to be sunshine, BBQs, and pretending we're on the French Riviera. 🌞😎
Instead, I'm staring out the window wondering where summer has gone and feeling a bit fed up.
On the bright side, if the weather won't come to me, I might as well spend the afternoon looking at holidays I probably can't afford yet. ✈️🍹🏖️
Current plans: compare beaches, save travel photos, and convince myself that "researching holidays" counts as productivity.
Anyone else mentally checked into a sunny destination today? 🌴😂

05/06/2026

Travel agent problem of the day...

Spent hours searching Lapland holidays for clients and now I've completely talked myself into needing one. ❄️😂

The reindeer, the snow, the Northern Lights, meeting Santa... it's basically impossible to browse Lapland trips without getting FOMO.

Anyone else suddenly feeling festive in June? 🎅🏻✨

05/06/2026

If you're having a bad day, book a holiday.
Suddenly the emails don't seem so bad, the weather feels brighter, and you've got something exciting to look forward to. ☀️✈️

As a travel agent, I'm basically a therapist... except instead of asking, "How does that make you feel?" I ask, "Beach or city break?" 😆

Honestly, a holiday can't solve everything, but it can give you a countdown, a cocktail menu, and a reason to smile.
Who's due for a little therapy? 🌴🍹

04/06/2026

🎅❄️ THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS SURPRISE FOR YOUR FAMILY ❄️🎅
Imagine the look on your children's faces when they step into a magical winter wonderland and meet Santa in his real Arctic home... ✨🎄
This December, make Christmas dreams come true with an unforgettable day trip to Lapland! ❤️
📍 Lapland Winter Wonderland Day Trip 📅 7th December 2026 ✈️ Direct flights from Birmingham
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Based on 2 Adults & 2 Children (Under 15)
💷 From just £2,336 per family 💳 Secure your place with only £200pp deposit
Your magical day includes: 🎅 Meeting Santa in his enchanting home 🦌 Seeing Santa's reindeer ❄️ Snowy Arctic adventures ☃️ Festive activities and magical memories 🎄 A truly unforgettable Christmas experience
No packing for weeks away. No long holiday required.
Just one incredible day filled with festive magic, excitement, and memories your family will treasure forever. ✨❤️
🎁 Give the gift they'll talk about for years to come.
⚠️ These trips sell out every year and spaces are limited.
📩 Message me today for more information or to secure your family's place before it's too late!

04/06/2026

✈️🌴☀️ HALF TERM FAMILY LUXURY IN TURKEY ☀️🌴✈️
🚢✨ 5⭐ TITANIC DELUXE LARA – ANTALYA ✨🚢
Make October Half Term unforgettable with a luxury All Inclusive family escape to one of Antalya’s most famous resorts! 💙
🏨 7 Nights All Inclusive 📅 Departing 22nd October 2026 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 2 Adults + 2 Children Under 12 🛏️ Twin Room with Balcony 🧳 Bags Included 🚐 Transfers Included ✅ ATOL Protected
🌟 WHY FAMILIES LOVE TITANIC DELUXE LARA 🌟
🍽️ 9 Restaurants 🍹 15 Bars 🏊 Olympic Swimming Pool 💦 Splash Park 🎢 Water Slides 👧 Children's Pool 🎳 Bowling Alley 🎮 Games Room ⚽ Football 🎾 Tennis 🏀 Basketball 🏐 Beach Volleyball 🤽 Water Polo 🏃 Water Gymnastics 🎤 Karaoke 🎯 Boccia 🛍️ On-site Shops ❄️ Air Conditioning Throughout
Whether you're relaxing by the pool with a cocktail 🍹, enjoying fantastic dining 🍽️, or watching the kids have endless fun in the splash park 💦, this incredible resort has something for everyone!
💷 FAMILY PRICES FROM:
✈️ Birmingham – £4,799 ✈️ Manchester – £4,965 ✈️ London Stansted – £5,075 ✈️ London Gatwick – £5,182 ✈️ Newcastle – £5,549 ✈️ Cardiff – £5,600
🎉 SAVE £130 PER FAMILY 🎉
🔥 Luxury Half Term Escape 🔥 No Local Tax To Pay 🔥 Fantastic Family Facilities 🔥 Limited Availability
📩 Message us today for more information or to secure your family holiday!
Prices correct at time of posting and based on 2 adults and 2 children under 12 sharing a twin room with balcony. Subject to availability.

02/06/2026

27/05/2026

🌊🇬🇷✨ CORFU & ALBANIA ISLAND HOP – 7 NIGHTS ✨🇦🇱🌊
📅 Departing 9th July
Why choose one destination when you can experience TWO breathtaking coastal escapes in one unforgettable holiday? 😍
Discover the beauty of Corfu & Sarandë, connected by the crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea 🌴☀️
🏛️ Stroll through Corfu’s charming Venetian streets
🏖️ Unwind on stunning Ionian beaches
⛴️ Ferry from Greece to Albania in under an hour
🍹 Enjoy delicious Mediterranean cuisine
🌅 Soak up incredible coastal scenery & vibrant local culture
✨ YOUR ITINERARY ✨
🇬🇷 CORFU – 4 NIGHTS
Stay at the stylish adults-only Mr & Mrs White Corfu in Acharavi 🌿
✔️ Premium Double Room
✔️ Bed & Breakfast
✔️ Outdoor pool & whirlpool bath
✔️ Short walk to the beach 🏖️
✔️ Beautiful gardens & peaceful atmosphere
🇦🇱 SARANDË – 3 NIGHTS
Stay at the modern Azure Inn Hotel overlooking the stunning Albanian Riviera 🌊
✔️ Double Standard Room
✔️ Bed & Breakfast
✔️ Private beach area
✔️ Close to bars, restaurants & promenade 🍸
✅ Ferry crossing between Corfu & Sarandë included
✅ All ferry port & hotel transfers included
💥 SAVE £200 PER PERSON 💥
✈️ Prices per couple (based on 2 sharing)
📍 London Gatwick – £2820
📍 Manchester – £2745
📍 Birmingham – £2740
📍 Belfast – £3170
📍 Bristol – £2890
📍 Newcastle – £2779
💷 Local tax of £37 payable locally
🌞 The perfect mix of culture, beaches, relaxation & adventure awaits!
📩 Message us today to book your Ionian island escape!

27/05/2026

✨🌴 LUXURY SANTORINI ESCAPE 🌴✨
Escape to pure luxury at the stunning Antoperla Luxury Hotel & Spa 💎🇬🇷
Nestled on the enchanting island of Santorini, just moments from Perissa Beach yet perfectly positioned for peace & privacy ✨ This beautiful hotel features the ONLY spa hotel in Perissa along with 18 private pools for the ultimate relaxing getaway 🏖️💦
🛏️ 7 Nights
📍 Santorini, Greece
🏨 Superior Room with Private Pool Terrace
🥐 Bed & Breakfast
👫 2 Adults
🧳 Bags & Transfers Included
📅 Departing 2nd July
✈️ London Gatwick – £2,920
✈️ London Heathrow – £3,304
✈️ Birmingham – £3,197
✈️ Edinburgh – £3,227
✈️ Manchester – £3,424
💶 Local hotel tax of approx. €105 (£92.92) payable locally.
✨ Romantic atmosphere
✨ Private pool terrace
✨ Luxury spa facilities
✨ Authentic Greek hospitality
✨ ATOL Protected
📩 Message us now to secure your luxury Santorini escape! 🌅