Designer Travel by Carol Shoesmith

Designer Travel by Carol Shoesmith Wherever you would like to travel I offer a truly personal service at a time that suits you

Hi, my name is Carol Shoesmith and I live in West Yorkshire with my husband and son. My passion for travel started at the age of five whilst touring the Cote D‘azur with it‘s beautiful beaches and wealth of culture. I have been lucky enough to have travelled extensively since, visiting many destinations across Europe, America and the Caribbean, Indian Ocean and Australasia. Some of my favourite tr

ips have included visiting South America and taking in Rio Carnival with my Mum, a Safari in South Africa and a special anniversary trip to Fiji and New Zealand, topped off celebrating New Year in Sydney. I continue to travel as much as I can in order to both experience the world and be able to provide my customers with personal knowledge of some wonderful destinations and properties. I love to cruise on my personal holidays as it gives you the luxury of elegant evenings combined with sightseeing and culture, It also gives you the opportunity to go on some fantastic adventures. During my time cruising I have experienced whale watching in Alaska, a helicopter flight over Reunion Island, hiked a rainforest in Madagascar looking for Lemurs, taken a snowmobile ride on a glacier in Iceland and swam with sting rays in the Caribbean sea to name but a few. Having sailed on many, many ships since 2009 and planned hundreds of trips for my clients I definitely consider myself a cruise expert. I recently trained as an overseas wedding specialist expanding my knowledge further, having planned lots of honeymoons and a number of weddings over the years including my own renewal of vows on a cruise, I am well placed to advise on your special trip. My bucket list continues to grow every day and I always have several things booked to look forward to, future adventures include a Greenland and Iceland cruise, a trip to the Maldives and Singapore and Malaysia. As Designer Travel is an independent travel business I am able to offer you a wealth of choice. So whatever your plans - from a family holiday to a second honeymoon (or even a first), a destination wedding, weekend break or a tailor-made holiday, give me a call and I will work hard to make your holiday dreams a reality.

On Safari in South Africa - Luxury Safari Plains - Premier Collection from £3499ppEnjoy touches of luxury as you witness...
15/06/2026

On Safari in South Africa - Luxury Safari Plains - Premier Collection from £3499pp

Enjoy touches of luxury as you witness South Africa’s unspoilt natural beauty on this unique safari experience.

Backed by the imposing Waterberg Mountain range, relax in total comfort in the five-star Safari Plains camp where high teas and sundowners promise an added touch of luxury to your adventures in the African bush. With decadent, tented cabins putting you right in the heart of the glorious savannah wildlife, and all-inclusive catering provided, you’ll be free to make the most of what matters and truly reconnect with nature. What’s more, you’ll have no transfers until your return flight, so you won’t need to pack and unpack between days.

Perfect for families, honeymooners or simply groups of like-minded travellers, this is a safari like no other where luxury takes centre stage. Set in the world-famous malaria-free Mabula Game Reserve, guided safaris take you deep into the bushveld and offer the chance to see the ‘Big Five’. Witness the thrilling natural cycle of the region’s wildlife and spot a whole host of the most exciting creatures in the flesh from prowling hyenas to the endangered red hornbills.

Price based on 2 adults sharing accommodation for 7 nights on all inclusive. Holiday operated by Newmarket Holidays ATOL 2325. Excursions and game drives included. Flights from Heathrow. Dates from Feb to May 27 from £3499pp. Other dates at varied costs

✨ DESIGNER TRAVEL GROUP OFFER ✨☀️ SUMMER 2028 FAMILY CRUISE DEAL OF THE YEAR ☀️ 14-Night Spain, Italy & France Cruise Fa...
14/06/2026

✨ DESIGNER TRAVEL GROUP OFFER ✨
☀️ SUMMER 2028 FAMILY CRUISE DEAL OF THE YEAR ☀️
14-Night Spain, Italy & France Cruise
Family of 4 from ONLY £2,938 TOTAL!
Princess Cruises Summer 2028 Sailings NOW ON SALE
Secure your cabin today with just a £50pp deposit!
19th August 2028
14 Nights onboard the stunning Sky Princess
Sailing directly from Southampton
Full Board Included
Gratuities not included
NO AGE LIMIT on 3rd & 4th passengers – making this one of the best family cruise offers available for Summer 2028!
🌟 ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS 🌟
🇬🇧 Southampton
🌊 2 Days at Sea
🇪🇸 Seville
🌊 At Sea
🇪🇸 Barcelona
🇫🇷 Toulon
🇮🇹 Livorno
🇮🇹 Civitavecchia (Rome)
🇫🇷 Corsica
🌊 4 Days at Sea
🇬🇧 Southampton
FAMILY OF 4 PRICES
Inside Cabin from £2,938 Total
Balcony Cabin from £3,638 Total
Deluxe Balcony Cabin from £3,740 Total
Mini Suite from £4,698 Total

FAMILY OF 3 PRICES
Inside Cabin from £2,798 Total
Balcony Cabin from £3,498 Total
Deluxe Balcony Cabin from £3,600 Total
Mini Suite from £4,558 Total

2 PASSENGER PRICES
Inside Cabin from £2,658 Total
Balcony Cabin from £3,358 Total
Deluxe Balcony Cabin from £3,460 Total
Mini Suite from £4,418 Total

⚠️ These prices are exceptional and are expected to sell quickly!
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🍽️ Incredible dining venues & snacks
🍸 Stylish bars & sunset cocktails
🎭 Broadway-style entertainment & Movies Under The Stars
🏊 Multiple pools, whirlpools & adults-only retreat areas
🧘 Luxury spa, fitness centre & wellness facilities
🛍️ Boutique shopping & vibrant Piazza hub
👨‍👩‍👧 Award-winning kids clubs & family activities
📩 Message Designer Travel Group today for availability and to secure your Summer 2028 getaway before these incredible launch fares disappear!

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Summer 27 from £519pp*Halkidiki - Flegra PalacePicture yourself surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens, just a sto...
13/06/2026

Summer 27 from £519pp*
Halkidiki - Flegra Palace

Picture yourself surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens, just a stone’s throw from the beach and close to Pefkohori village – one of the most cosmopolitan places on the Kassandra Peninsula in the Halkidiki region.

Spend days floating around in the swimming pool with the sun beating down, or find yourself a spot on the sun terrace, grab a drink from the bar and unwind.With massage treatments and luxury aromatherapy products to sooth the senses, as well as a sauna, a steam room and a heated indoor pool, you’ll be in a state of bliss.

When you’ve worked up an appetite, there are plenty of options. At the Ambrosia à la carte restaurant, you’ll find a selection of contemporary dishes, inspired by the Mediterranean and traditional Greek cuisine. Try Titanes buffet restaurant, meanwhile, for a plentiful choice of delicious Greek and international food.

Price based on 2 adults sharing a Promo Double Room with Garden View for 7 nights on BB. Holiday operated by easyJet Holidays ATOL 11694. Transfers and luggage allowance included. *£31pp tax payable locally.

✈️Gatwick 4th May 27 from £488pp
✈️Bristol 19th May 27 from £527pp
✈️Manchester 7th May 27 from £574pp

Sri Lanka - Temples, Safari and Beach11 nights from £2949ppA meticulously crafted merge of meandering around ancient sit...
12/06/2026

Sri Lanka - Temples, Safari and Beach
11 nights from £2949pp

A meticulously crafted merge of meandering around ancient sites, marvelling at the country’s natural spectacles and moments of total enlightenment.

Immerse yourself in the atmospheric, temple-teeming cities of Colombo, Polonnaruwa and Kandy, pausing for steaming cups of Ceylon tea and reflecting on the past from atop ruins and fort ramparts. Sit amongst fragrant spice gardens to watch a cookery demonstration, join an expert botanist on a guided walk, and learn about the ins and outs of the country’s gem industry.

Carefully curated experiences allow for interactions with local wildlife, encompassing a visit to an elephant rehabilitation centre and game drives into the the heart of Yala National Park. After all the adventuring, the tour slows to the pace of the swaying palm trees that fringe the shores of a beachside resort, set overlooking the Indian Ocean.

Price based om 2 adults sharing accommodation for 11 nights on Half Board. Holiday operated by Newmarket Holidays ATOL 2325. Flights, transfers and tours included. All mandatory taxes included. Departs 26th Apr 27. Other dates at varied cost.

✈️Stansted from £2957pp
✈️Birmingham from £2999pp
✈️Manchester from £2999pp
✈️Heathrow from £2949pp

Grecotel LUXME White, CreteFamily of 4 from £6999* - August 26+ Complimentary Spa TreatmentGrecotel LUX®ME White sits on...
08/06/2026

Grecotel LUXME White, Crete
Family of 4 from £6999* - August 26

+ Complimentary Spa Treatment
Grecotel LUX®ME White sits on Crete’s stunning north coast, set along a beautiful Blue Flag beach. The resort features open-style public spaces and generous, light-filled accommodations that reflect the effortless elegance of the Grecotel luxury lifestyle.

Part of the exclusive LUX®ME Edition, the hotel offers a refreshing, elevated holiday concept with exceptional service and outstanding dining. Guests can enjoy seven waterfront restaurants, a pâtisserie–chocolaterie, and a wide range of activities and entertainment options. Whether you’re looking to unwind at the Hippie Spa or keep little ones engaged at the exciting children’s club, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy.

Price based on 2 adults and 2 kids(2-11) sharing a Family Guestroom for 7 nights on all inclusive. Holiday operated by Jet2 Holidays ATOL 9618. Transfers and luggage allowance included.*£90 tourist tax payable locally included in price below.

✈️Birmingham 24th Aug 26 from £7137
✈️Manchester 24th Aug 26 from £6999
✈️Gatwick 14th Aug 26 from £7359
✈️Newcastle 21st Aug 26 from £7071

All-inclusive Christmas in the Bavarian Forest5 nights from £1487ppNO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTA festive winter break combining ...
31/05/2026

All-inclusive Christmas in the Bavarian Forest
5 nights from £1487pp

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
A festive winter break combining a scenic treetop walk, traditional glassmaking, and atmospheric sightseeing in Munich’s Christmas markets.

Celebrate the festive season with a magical Christmas getaway to the Bavarian Forest. Stroll along a treetop walk, breathing in crisp, pine-scented air and taking in snow-dusted woodland vistas. Discover the charm of traditional glassmaking at Das Glasdorf Weinfurtner, then spend Christmas Day at leisure, soaking in the spa and savouring a classic roast turkey dinner.

Your festive journey continues with sightseeing full of seasonal cheer. Explore Munich on Christmas Eve, wandering its pretty streets and Christmas markets. On Boxing Day, visit Linz, a UNESCO-listed city on the Danube, where Baroque buildings mingle with modern landmarks.

Price based on 1 or 2 sharing for 5 nights’ all-inclusive accommodation at the four-star Das Dreiburgensee –Naturhotel & Spa, Thurmansbang. Designer Travel holiday operated by Newmarket Holidays ATOL 2325. Transfers and flights included. Departs 22nd Dec 26

✈️Birmingham from £1487pp
✈️Manchester from £1657pp
✈️Heathrow from £1518pp
✈️Newcastle from £1776pp

Jersey Short Breaks from £649ppIncludes flights, luggage and transfers!Located just a 10-minute walk from the heart of S...
27/05/2026

Jersey Short Breaks from £649pp
Includes flights, luggage and transfers!

Located just a 10-minute walk from the heart of St Helier, the Merton Hotel offers relaxation and entertainment at a seaside retreat in Jersey, one of the beautiful Channel Islands. With an impressive array of facilities and easy access to the town's shops, dining options and entertainment venues, you can enjoy the best of both worlds during your resort holiday.

The hotel's standout feature is its exhilarating water park with slides and a surf machine, ideal for keeping children entertained for hours. Activity-seekers can take advantage of the fitness centre, tennis courts and table tennis facilities, while evening entertainment and a nightclub ensure the fun continues after sunset.

Price based on 2 adults sharing a Standard Double for 4 nights on BB. Transfers and luggage allowance included.

✈️Luton 1st Jul 26 from £649pp
✈️Glasgow 2nd Jul 26 from £649pp
✈️Manchester 10th Jul 26 from £665pp
✈️Gatwick 1st Jul 26 from £675pp
✈️Liverpool 28th Jun 26 from £684pp
✈️Birmingham 7th Jul 26 from £699pp

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Highlights of India Tour2028 from £1810pp Includes flights!Explore the teeming, colourful, spectacular cities of Delhi, ...
26/05/2026

Highlights of India Tour
2028 from £1810pp Includes flights!

Explore the teeming, colourful, spectacular cities of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur that make up the world-famous, fascinating Golden Triangle. Explore Delhi’s rich heritage by visiting one of its remarkable landmarks, Humayun's Tomb. Delve further calling at landmarks such as Jama Masjid Mosque, and set off on a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk. Next, ‘The Pink City’ of Jaipur, travel by Jeep to the ramparts of Amber Fort, drive past the striking Hawa Mahal or ‘Palace of Winds’ and enjoy a traditional dinner with a local family.

You’ll then continue to a lodge in the heart of Ranthambore, where you’ll experience safaris aboard open-air canters in search of Bengal tigers. Next, travel to Agra to see the magnificent Agra Fort and witness the majestic beauty of the Taj Mahal. The journey continues with a sunrise outing to Mehtab Bagh, a visit to Chand Baori Stepwell, and lunch at the opulent Umaid Bhawan Palace. Complete your Indian adventure with a relaxing stay in Vanaashrya, on the outskirts of Sariska Tiger Reserve.

Price based on 2 adults sharing on varied basis for 8 nights in 4 & 5* hotels. Transfers and admissions included. Departs 1st Jun 28. Other dates at varied costs.

✈️Heathrow from £1810pp
✈️Manchester from £2286pp
✈️Newcastle from £2286pp

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Skiathos Thalassa for 20277 nights from £599pp*This stylish hotel is ideally situated for a relaxing escape on the tranq...
23/05/2026

Skiathos Thalassa for 2027
7 nights from £599pp*

This stylish hotel is ideally situated for a relaxing escape on the tranquil island of Skiathos. It’s just a few steps away from the soft golden sand and crystal clear water of Megali Ammos beach, and a 10-minute stroll from the charming centre of Skiathos Town – so whether you’re in the mood for chilling or exploring, you’ll easily be able to do so from here.

It’s part of a complex of three neighbouring hotels that share the same top class facilities, including an outdoor pool flanked by plenty of sun loungers and Bali beds, and a poolside snack bar serving pizzas, burgers, cocktails and more. Venture down to the beach, meanwhile, and you’ll find a trendy bar and restaurant serving modern Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, which makes a particularly dreamy dining spot as the sun sets over the Aegean Sea.

Price based on 2 adults sharing a Thalassa Deluxe Room for 7 nights on BB. Transfers and luggage allowance. *£31pp tax payable locally

✈️Gatwick 1st May 27 from £568pp
✈️Bristol 2nd May 27 from £614pp
✈️Manchester 4th May 27 from £699pp

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On Safari in South Africa - Kruger National ParkAll Inclusive from £2844pp Experience an unforgettable 2028 safari adven...
22/05/2026

On Safari in South Africa - Kruger National Park
All Inclusive from £2844pp

Experience an unforgettable 2028 safari adventure at Camp Bethel, an intimate all-inclusive tented retreat beside South Africa's Kruger National Park. With only six elevated luxury tents set amid pristine bushland, this family-run camp combines exclusivity and comfort with authentic safari atmosphere.

Each spacious, en-suite tent opens onto a private deck overlooking the wilderness, where zebra, nyala and warthog often wander past. Evenings bring relaxed dining and starlit skies over the African plains.

From this base, enjoy three open-air game drives through Kruger National Park in search of the Big Five, visit a nearby wildlife rehabilitation centre, and take in the breathtaking scenery of the Panorama Route, including God's Window and the Blyde River Canyon - the perfect way to experience the wild beauty of South Africa in 2027 or 2028.

Price based on 2 adults sharing for 6 nights all inclusive safari and 1 night BB at Sanctuary Mandela, Nelson Mandela's former home. Transfers and flights included. Departs 20th Nov 2028. Other dates available at varied cost.

✈️Manchester from £3082pp
✈️Heathrow from £2844pp
✈️Newcastle from £3082pp

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