Gemma Pauley - Travel Counsellors

31/10/2026

Kuala Lumpur & Borneo 🇲🇾🌿🐒

What an incredible adventure! ❤️

From the bright lights and bustling streets of Kuala Lumpur to the amazing rainforests of Borneo, this trip has been something really special!

Travelling with Intrepid, I've met some fabulous TCs, experienced local cultures and seen so much incredible wildlife, including orangutans, which has been a dream of mine for years! 🦧

Borneo really is a magical place, and I've loved every minute exploring it.

If Borneo isn't on your travel list yet, it definitely should be! 🌏✨

23/10/2026

30/09/2026

One of the absolute highlights of Alaska for me was the wildlife!

I was so lucky to get to see bears in the wild – something I’d always hoped we might experience.

This guy was the first one we spotted, hiding up in a tree and watching us! 🐻

We then moved over to the viewing platform where we watched another bear happily having his lunch… until Big Daddy came along and stole his salmon! 😂🐟

And just when I thought it couldn’t get any better… in walked a mum and her two cubs!! 🐻🐻🐻

Honestly, what an incredible experience. Standing there watching bears in their natural habitat was something I’ll never forget. ❤️

Alaska, you were pretty special! 🇺🇸🏔️

29/09/2026

🇺🇸 ALASKA… WOW! 🐋🐻🏔️

I’ve just returned from the most incredible gold trip cruising Alaska, and what an amazing way to get a taster of this part of the world!

We visited Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan, cruised past incredible glaciers and saw some amazing wildlife along the way – whales, bears and so much more! 🐋🐻

One of the things I loved about cruising Alaska is just how much you get to see in one trip.

From glaciers and mountains to historic towns and scenic rail journeys, every day was completely different.

This trip has definitely given me a taste for Alaska and I’d love to go back and explore even more! 🇺🇸

If Alaska is on your bucket list, get in touch. Having now experienced it myself, I’d love to help you plan your own Alaskan adventure

19/09/2026

🇺🇸 24 hours in Seattle! ☕️🐟🎸🍻

We started at Pike Place Market, watched the famous flying fish 🐟 and, of course, ate some seriously good food!

Next stop was the Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) 🎸 – such an interesting place and definitely worth a visit.

We finished the day over in Capitol Hill, checking out some very cool dive bars 🍻 – the perfect way to end our 24 hours in Seattle!

I would highly recommend Seattle – come hungry, as there are so many cool places to eat!

Top tip: If you're heading out for a b**r, take your passport with you. We found that a UK driving licence wasn't accepted as ID 🍻

GemmaPauleyTravels

So many great food stops.

Kimpton monaco is in a great location to explore. Dont forget their complimentary w**e hour at 5pm!

The original Starbucks

MoPop lot of amazing memorabilia

Who remembers fraggle rock!

And teenage mutant ninja turtles!

Capitol Hill is a great spot for evening drinks and great food options

Ending our 24hrs in a dive bar!!!

08/09/2026

Because here's the thing...

They don't actually enjoy the beach.

But like so many couples, they felt that after their safari they should finish with some time on the beach, simply because that's what everyone does on a honeymoon.

Instead, I encouraged them to forget what a honeymoon is supposed to look like and create one that was completely them.

So they're heading to South Africa for an unforgettable fly-drive adventure. 🇿🇦

🚗 Epic road trips through breathtaking scenery
🍷 Incredible w**e regions and world-class food
🦁 Unforgettable safari experiences and amazing wildlife
🌊 And not a beach day in sight!

Your honeymoon doesn't have to look like anyone else's.

The best honeymoon is the one you'll be excited to wake up to every single day.

Would you choose a fly-drive adventure over a beach holiday? Let me know below! 👇

01/09/2026

Where to travel in September 🌍☀️

September is such a great month to travel – the summer crowds are starting to ease, but there are still some amazing destinations offering beautiful weather and unforgettable experiences.

🇮🇹 Italy – warm days, fewer crowds and harvest season
🇬🇷 Greece – sunshine, warm seas and quieter islands
🇿🇦 South Africa – incredible safari season and whale watching
🇮🇩 Bali – dry-season sunshine, beaches and beautiful scenery
🇲🇺 Mauritius – warm, dry days and gorgeous beaches
🇰🇷 South Korea – great for exploring the cities, countryside and culture

Whether you fancy a relaxing beach holiday, a foodie escape, a road trip or a big adventure, September has so many possibilities.

Where would you choose? 🌍✈️

If September 2027 is already on your radar, get in touch and we can start planning something amazing.

GemmaPauleyTravels

20/08/2026

Last night myself and Jennifer Bradnam hosted an amazing event with Charlie from InsideJapan Tours all about Japan and South Korea.

The room was full and buzzing with chat all about these fantastic destinations.

After learning so much I can't wait to get back to South Korea and Japan is on the list!!!!

Do you fancy either of these destinations?
Would you be interested in joining us on a group tour lead by myself??

Would love to hear your thoughts
Gemma x

18/08/2026

🇻🇳 Fancy Vietnam this January? 🇻🇳

From buzzing cities and incredible street food to the breathtaking scenery of Ha Long Bay and time to relax on the beach, this itinerary gives you a fantastic taste of Vietnam.

✨ Your 13-night adventure includes:
📍 Hanoi – 2 nights
🍜 Street food tour
🚙 Discover Hanoi by Jeep

📍 Ha Long Bay – 1 night
⛵ Overnight cruise through the iconic limestone scenery
🍽️ Full board included

📍 Hanoi – 1 night
A final night in the capital before flying south.

📍 Hoi An – 6 nights
🏖️ Time to relax by the beach
🥢 Hoi An walking food tour
🏮 Discover traditional Vietnamese crafts and meet local artisans

📍 Ho Chi Minh City – 3 nights
🚲 Cyclo tour through Chinatown
🚤 Visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels by speedboat

✈️ Flights from London – regional departures also available
🏨 13 nights in hand-picked 4★ hotels
🍳 Bed & breakfast
🚗 Transfers included, with the exception of Hanoi to Ha Long Bay, which is payable locally at approximately £35 per person
✨ Experiences included throughout the itinerary

From £2,343 per person

And remember, this is just one way to experience Vietnam. The itinerary can be completely tailored to you – change the hotels, extend your stay, add more beach time or include different experiences.

🇻🇳 Could Vietnam be your January escape?

Drop me a message and I can start planning your own tailor-made adventure. ✈️

17/08/2026

🌍 WHERE IN THE WORLD ARE MY CLIENTS? ✈️

One of my favourite things is seeing just how far around the world my clients are travelling at any one time! 💛

Right now, my clients are busy making memories in…

📍 Galapagos
📍 Canada
📍 USA
📍 South Africa
📍 Europe

From relaxing on beautiful beaches and exploring new cities, to family adventures, honeymoons and once-in-a-lifetime trips — knowing I’ve helped make these holidays happen is one of the best parts of my job.

Where in the world would you like to be right now? 🌍