Designer Travel by Gillian

Designer Travel by Gillian Designer Travel has won numerous travel and service awards. ABTA and ATOL protected. My journey in the travel industry began over 30 years ago. Kitts and St.

With 30 years experience in the travel industry, I work outside of normal office and I am available for phone/Zoom appointments on evenings and weekends. I worked my way up to become a Retail Branch Manager and a Cruise Expert, having embarked on 15 cruises so far. I am extremely well-travelled, having swam with stingrays in Grand Cayman and green turtles in St. Thomas, and completed a PADI course

in the Maldives. I've enjoyed sundowners on safari in South Africa, flown in a seaplane over the Canadian glaciers, and braved the world's longest zip line over the sea in Haiti. I don’t just travel for my own person holidays, as a true travel professional, I spend a huge amount of time travelling for work to inspect destinations and properties to ensure they are of good standard and to ensure I have the knowledge to make great recommendations based on my clients’ requirements. Please allow me to share some of my favourite destinations with you.

• Maldives: In the past two years, I've visited the Maldives four times, staying at seven different beautiful islands. We celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary at a perfect adults-only resort, but I've also explored islands with fantastic kids' facilities. Each island has its own unique personality, and I can help you choose the one that's right for you. The service here is unparalleled, and the food is simply heavenly!

• South Africa: This year, I had the incredible opportunity to explore South Africa. I went on two outstanding safaris, explored Cape Town, drove along the Garden Route, stayed on the banks of the Zambezi River, and visited Victoria Falls. It's an amazing destination and surprisingly affordable once you're there.

• Caribbean: I planned my own wedding in Cuba, so it holds a special place in my heart. Antigua is another favourite; we've celebrated our 5th and 10th wedding anniversaries there. During my Caribbean cruises, I've visited many islands and St. Lucia stand out as places I'd love to return to.

• USA: With my daughter living near San Francisco, I frequently visit the USA. My sister also lived in Wyoming in the USA so I've extensively toured the Rocky Mountains and Yellowstone Park, which is a favourite of mine. Florida is fabulous too; I love Fort Lauderdale, Miami South Beach, and of course, I couldn't miss taking the kids to Orlando when they were little!

• Cruise: I've cruised extensively with Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean Cruises, Princess Cruises, and Cunard to wonderful destinations including Alaska, Iceland, Norway, Scandinavia, Russia, the Caribbean, and the Mediterranean.

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗦 – 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗝𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗡 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦11 NIGHTS FROM £4,349ppIncludes all mandatory taxes and feesDeparts: 30 November 202...
07/06/2026

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗦 – 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥
𝗝𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗡 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦
11 NIGHTS FROM £4,349pp
Includes all mandatory taxes and fees
Departs: 30 November 2027

Your holiday includes:
𝗣𝗟𝗨𝗦
3 nights at 4* Sheraton Miyako Osaka
Full day Hiroshima & Miyajima Highlights tour by public transport
Bullet Train from Osaka to Tokyo
3 nights at 4* The B Ginza Tokyo
Full day Mount Fuji excursion

𝗖𝗥𝗨𝗜𝗦𝗘
5 nights on board MSC Bellissima in a Deluxe Balcony Stateroom including premium drinks package, dining and gratuities

𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆: Tokyo, Japan – Gangjeong, Republic of Korea – Kagoshima, Japan – Tokyo, Japan

Upgrade to a Premium Suite Aurea Deck from £670pp. Solo supplement from £1,980pp. Based on two adults sharing. Deposit from £250pp.

London Heathrow from £4,349pp
Manchester from £4,399pp
Glasgow from £4,349pp
Dublin from £4,469pp

Terms and conditions apply. Total prices shown are per person. There are no mandatory fees or taxes payable in resort on this offer, correct at time of publication. ATOL protected 2916, ABTA V6805

Call 07894 092833 or message me

07/06/2026

Very excited about this new ship!

Miami Beach Bliss & Celebrity Xcel Luxury Cruise Escape

A luxury cruise holiday to surpass all expectations awaits aboard the game-changing Celebrity Xcel, where plush staterooms, sublime dining, exceptional leisure features, unbelievable entertainment and unforgettable days at sea combine perfectly with stylish Florida stays before and after your voyage.

📅 Travel Date: 11th March 2028

🏨 Accommodation: 1 Night Pre-CruiseFort Lauderdale.
4 Nights Post-Cruise - Eden Roc Miami Beach

🚢 Cruise: 7 Nights - Celebrity Xcel
🌴 Cruise Highlights: Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Philipsburg, St. Maarten - Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas - Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

💵 $100 per person spending money

Prices
✈️ London Heathrow with British Airways from £2,999pp
✈️ Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Newcastle £3,119pp

Deposit: £275pp
Passengers: 2 Adults

Includes Taxes, Port Charges & Mandatory Fees. Gratuities of £95.76pp are payable locally

To speak with me, your Cruise Expert:
📷[email protected]
📷Contact | Designer Travel
📷07894 092833
📷WhatsApp 07894 092833

Designer Travel holiday is provided by Ocean Florida and is ATOL protected T7523
Additional Resort Fees of £140.67pp payable locally

Travelling to Europe? Important Update on the EU Entry/Exit System (EES)The EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) has now been in...
07/06/2026

Travelling to Europe? Important Update on the EU Entry/Exit System (EES)

The EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) has now been in operation across European border points for some time and is being used for all UK and other non-EU travellers entering and leaving participating countries.

Whilst many travellers are passing through border controls without issue, there have been reports of longer waiting times at some airports and border crossing points, particularly during peak travel periods. We therefore wanted to provide a brief update on how the system works and what customers can expect when travelling to Europe.

What is EES?
The Entry/Exit System (EES) replaces traditional passport stamping with a secure digital record of when travellers enter and leave Europe.
As part of the process, travellers are required to register biometric information, helping to improve border security and streamline future journeys.

What Happens During Registration?
On your first entry into Europe under EES, border authorities will usually collect:
- A facial image
- Fingerprint scans
This information is securely linked to your passport and retained for future travel.
Children under 12 will generally only be required to provide a facial image.

What Should Travellers Expect?
As airports and border authorities continue to adapt to the new system, processing times can vary depending on a number of factors.

Customers should be prepared for:
- Additional checks during their first EES registration
- Longer queues at immigration during busy periods
- Variable waiting times depending on the airport, destination, time of day and passenger volumes
- Delays which may vary depending on the day of travel and how many flights are arriving or departing at the same time
- Additional document checks at some airports

Whilst many journeys continue to operate smoothly, we recommend allowing extra time and being prepared for delays, particularly during school holidays, weekends and other peak travel periods.

Future Travel
Once your biometric details have been registered, they will generally remain valid for up to three years, meaning future entries into Europe should be quicker and require fewer checks.
You may need to re-register if you obtain a new passport or your stored details expire.
Although your details will be stored for future travel, there is currently no guaranteed fast-track process through European border control for travellers who have previously registered under EES. Waiting times can still vary depending on the airport, time of travel and passenger numbers, so we recommend continuing to allow plenty of time when travelling.

Important Information for Customers with Private Transfers

Outbound Journey (Arrival in Europe)
If you have booked a private transfer, please be aware that longer immigration queues may affect the time it takes you to reach your driver after landing.
Transfer suppliers operate different waiting-time policies. Whilst many providers monitor flight arrivals and allow for reasonable delays, some have a maximum waiting period and may leave the airport if passengers have not made contact within that timeframe.

To avoid any issues, we strongly recommend that you:
- Check your transfer documentation before travel
- Save the emergency contact number for your transfer supplier
- Contact the supplier if you experience significant delays at immigration or baggage reclaim
- Ensure your mobile phone is switched on and able to receive calls and messages on arrival

Please note that if you exceed the supplier's waiting-time policy and have not made contact, your transfer may be treated as a no-show. In these circumstances, you may be required to make your own onward travel arrangements and any associated costs may be your responsibility.

Return Journey (Departure from Europe)
When travelling home, customers should allow extra time for check-in, security and border control procedures.
We recommend arriving at the airport at least three hours before departure and proceeding through airport formalities as soon as possible.
Once through security and border control, please ensure you make your way promptly to your departure gate, as some airports may have additional document checks, queueing systems or longer walking distances between terminals and gates. Whilst it can be tempting to stop for a drink or browse the shops, missing your flight would be at your own risk, so please ensure you leave plenty of time to reach the gate and be ready to board when requested.
Failure to allow sufficient time may result in missed flights, particularly during busy travel periods when passenger numbers are higher.

Top Travel Tips
- Arrive at the airport in good time – we recommend at least three hours before departure for both outbound and return flights when travelling through European border control
- Keep passports and travel documents readily accessible
- Have accommodation and return travel details available if requested
- Ensure your mobile phone is charged and switched on upon arrival
- Allow extra time when travelling to Europe for immigration and border checks
- Be prepared for queues during busy travel periods

Need More Information?
If you have any questions regarding EES or your upcoming holiday, please speak to me, your travel expert, who will be happy to help and guide you all the way when you book with me!

Wow, check out this price forJapan!!🇯🇵 Japan's Hidden Gems from Tokyo with Royal Caribbean 🇯🇵 🤩 12 incredible nights fro...
06/06/2026

Wow, check out this price forJapan!!

🇯🇵 Japan's Hidden Gems from Tokyo with Royal Caribbean 🇯🇵

🤩 12 incredible nights from ONLY £2,699 per person 🤩

📆 14th May 2027 (alternative dates available)

✈️ Flights from the UK

⚓ 3 Nights in Tokyo followed by 9 Nights on board Spectrum of the Seas
🍴 Room Only Hotel | Full Board Cruise

✨ Luggage & Private Transfers Included Throughout

😎 Based on 2 Adults Sharing

Cruise Itinerary Highlights:

☀️ Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan
☀️ Kagoshima, Japan

☀️ Nagasaki, Japan

☀️ Beijing (Tianjin), China (Overnight Stay)

☀️ Shanghai (Baoshan), China

🤩 Interior Stateroom from £2,699pp

🤩 Ocean View Stateroom from £2,899pp

🤩 Balcony Stateroom from £3,199pp

Amount payable split pp based on an Interior Stateroom

Amount payable in UK £2,698pp

Amount payable in Resort £1pp

Optional Extras:

+ Option to add on Gratuities

+ Featuring North Star® get the perfect viewpoint from 300ft above sea level

+ Ripcord By IFLY enjoy the thrill of freefalling & Sky diving

+ Featuring FLOWRIDER® grab a board and get ready for 30,000 gallons of rushing water heading your way!
+ Option to add Post stay in Shanghai

🤩 Book today with a £300pp deposit to secure this holiday of a lifetime! 🤩

T&C's Apply, pricing & availability correct as of posting, subject to change. Flights based on LHR, alternatives available at a supplement.

Call 07894 092833 or message me directly.

06/06/2026

This last week I have been on holiday to Sardinia which is a first for me.
We are staying at the beautiful 5* Resort Valle dell’Erica Thalasso & SPA and it has been fabulous.

Located in the North of the island and about an hour by private transfer from Olbia Airport.
It has the feel of the Mediterranean I recall as a child, completely natural and unspoilt.
With a quick 2.5 hour flight it's perfect for a week or even just a long weekend.
Currently sat by our favourite pool relaxing on our last full day and it's stunning 😍.
Want more details, feel free to get in touch! X

𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗬𝗦 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗥 - 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗱: 𝗖𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗻𝗮𝗺 🇻🇳𝟭𝟲 𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 £𝟮,𝟲𝟭𝟵𝗽𝗽Includes all mandatory taxes and fees 𝗜𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲...
06/06/2026

𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗬𝗦 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗥 - 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗱: 𝗖𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗻𝗮𝗺 🇻🇳
𝟭𝟲 𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 £𝟮,𝟲𝟭𝟵𝗽𝗽
Includes all mandatory taxes and fees

𝗜𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆: Hanoi; Mai Chau; Ninh Binh; Hue; Hoi An; Quy Nhon; Nha Trang; Dalat; Phan Thiet; Ho Chi Minh City

𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗿𝘀…
• 🚴 Cycle through rice paddies and limestone karsts in Ninh Binh
• 🏡 Experience a traditional homestay in Mai Chau
• 🏯 Ride through Hue exploring imperial tombs and countryside
• 🌊 Follow Vietnam’s scenic coastal roads to Nha Trang
• 🤿 Swap cycling for snorkelling and fishing village visits

𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀:
• 1 night pre-tour in Hanoi & 1 night post-tour in Ho Chi Minh City
• 14 nights accommodation
• Selected meals throughout
• Guided tours and sightseeing
• Expert tour guide
• Transport and return international flights

📅 Valid for departure: 21 Jan 2027
👥 Based on two adults sharing
Solo supplement from £225pp

✈ Indirect flights from London Heathrow with Qatar Airways from £2,619pp
✈ Indirect flights from Manchester with Singapore Airlines from £2,789pp
✈ Indirect flights from Edinburgh with Qatar Airways from £2,839pp

Terms conditions apply. Total prices shown are per person, including all mandatory fees and taxes payable locally based on 1 GBP. Exchange rates and local taxes may change before payment locally in resort. Offer correct at time of publication. Holiday operated by Gold Medal Travel ATOL protected 2916, ABTA V6805.

Call 07894 092833 or message me directly.

𝗜𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗖𝗨𝗦: 𝗨𝗦𝗔 & 𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗗𝗔 😎🇺🇸 🍁𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗗𝗔 | 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗬 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛 𝗪𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡 𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗗𝗔 🚞⛰🚆🔷 5* Fairmont Vancouver Waterfront – 3 nights roo...
05/06/2026

𝗜𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗖𝗨𝗦: 𝗨𝗦𝗔 & 𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗗𝗔 😎🇺🇸 🍁
𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗗𝗔 | 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗬 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛 𝗪𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡 𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗗𝗔 🚞⛰🚆

🔷 5* Fairmont Vancouver Waterfront – 3 nights room only
🔷 Journey Through the Clouds with Rocky Mountaineer – 2 days GoldLeaf Service (overnight in Kamloops)
🔷 4* Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge – 2 nights room only
🔷 5* Fairmont Château Lake Louise – 1 night room only
🔷 5* Fairmont Banff Springs – 2 nights room only
🔷 4* Fairmont Palliser Calgary Hotel – 1 night room only
🛏 11 nights
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Based on two adults sharing
✨ Includes Jasper to Banff Icefields Parkway tour
ℹ Includes all mandatory taxes and fees
✅ Available from £99pp deposit
📅 Valid for departure 03 October 2026

✈ Indirect flights from London Heathrow with Air Canada from £7,089pp
✈ Indirect flights from Manchester with Virgin Atlantic from £7,189pp
✈ Indirect flights from Edinburgh with Air Canada from £7,129pp

🧳✈️☀️
Terms and conditions apply. Total prices shown are per person. There are no mandatory fees or taxes payable in resort on this offer. Offer correct at time of publication and subject to availability and change. Holiday operated by Gold Medal ATOL protected 2916, ABTA V6805. Cancellation rights apply.

Call or message me directly for more details and to book on 07894 092833.
Designer Travel are part of Hays Travel IG and ABTA and ATOL protected.

🧡 FAMILY OF 4 OFFER ONBOARD CELEBRITY XCEL PEAK DATES 🧡🗓️ 25 July 2026 🌍 7 Nights Italy & French Riviera😍 4 sharing an E...
02/06/2026

🧡 FAMILY OF 4 OFFER ONBOARD CELEBRITY XCEL PEAK DATES 🧡

🗓️ 25 July 2026

🌍 7 Nights Italy & French Riviera
😍 4 sharing an EDGE STATEROOM WITH INFINITE VERANDA

Total £4️⃣5️⃣7️⃣5️⃣ 😮

👇Itinerary:
Barcelona, Spain
Nice (Villefranche), France Florence/Pisa(Laspezia)Italy
Santa Margherita, Italy
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
Naples, Italy
At Sea
Barcelona, Spain

‼PRICE INCLUDES:
Flights from Regional airport
Transfers throughout
Luggage Included
7 Nights Full Board
5* service and exceptional dining

✈Fly Manchester from £4,575 TOTAL FAMILY PRICE

✈Fly Gatwick from £4,746 TOTAL FAMILY PRICE

✈Fly Bristol from £4,933 TOTAL FAMILY PRICE

*INCLUDES $300 ONBOARD SPENDING MONEY IF BOOKED BY 4 JUNE 2026 💵

💙🧡NOTHING COMES CLOSE”💙🧡🤍

Based on 4 sharing, NO MAX AGE terms and conditions apply, subject to availability.

Call 07894 092833 or message me directly to book.

𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗦 - 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚🌸𝗝𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗡 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗠: 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗟𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗥20 NIGHTS FROM £7,299ppIncludes all mandatory taxes and fee...
30/05/2026

𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗦 - 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚🌸
𝗝𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗡 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗠: 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗟𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗥
20 NIGHTS FROM £7,299pp
Includes all mandatory taxes and fees.
Departs: 03 March 2027

Your holiday includes:
𝗣𝗟𝗨𝗦
2 nights at 4* The b ginza, Tokyo

𝗖𝗥𝗨𝗜𝗦𝗘
11 nights on board Sapphire Princess in a Balcony Stateroom including Princess Plus beverage package, unlimited Wi‑Fi, room service, casual dining meals and crew gratuities.
𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆: Tokyo, Japan – Toba, Japan – Kochi, Japan – Busan, South Korea – Nagasaki, Japan – Kagoshima, Japan – Matsuyama, Japan – Miyazaki, Japan – Kobe, Japan – Tokyo, Japan

𝗣𝗟𝗨𝗦
7 night Golden Route Japan tour — explore Hakone, Kyoto, Nara and Osaka, combining cultural landmarks, scenic areas and traditional experiences for a complete journey through Japan’s most celebrated regions.

London Heathrow from £7,299pp
Includes return flights with Cathay Pacific and transfers.

Manchester from £7,429pp
Includes return flights with Cathay Pacific and transfers.

Glasgow from £7,489pp
Includes return flights with Emirates and transfers.

Dublin from £7,419pp
Includes return flights with Emirates and transfers.

𝗨𝗽𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲: Mini Suite from £460pp
𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: from £6,290pp

Terms and conditions apply. Total prices shown are per person based on two adults sharing. There are no mandatory fees or taxes payable in resort on this offer. Cruise itinerary, duration and ship may vary dependent upon departure date. On selected dates itinerary operates in reverse. Subject to change and availability. Book‑by dates apply. Supplement applies for regional departures. Weekend departure supplements may apply. Deposit from £1,500pp. Holidays operated by Gold Medal Travel Group Limited, ATOL protected 2916, ABTA V6805.

Call me your Cruise Expert to book or message me directly for more details on 07894 092833

30/05/2026

Payday has landed… which means holiday planning season is officially open ✈️

From laid-back luxury escapes and unforgettable long-haul adventures to chic city breaks and dream cruises, we’ll help you find your perfect getaway.

🌍Where are you thinking of escaping to next?
Call 07894 092833 or message me directly to book your holiday!

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