Travel & Adventures Ltd

06/11/2026

🏎️ 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗰𝗼 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘅 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳 – 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗴𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝘁?

There's nowhere on the racing calendar quite like Monaco in June. Engines echoing off the cliffs, superyachts moored stern to stern in the harbour, and the whole Principality holding its breath as the cars thread through streets barely wider than a lane. Now picture stepping away from all that noise onto your own private terrace, sea breeze on your face and a chilled glass waiting.

From 2 to 7 June 2027, EXPLORA I takes up her berth in Port Hercule for Grand Prix week – and she's the only ship of her kind that stays docked in Monaco for the race. Your oceanfront suite becomes your front-row base: wake up in the harbour, head out to the action, then retreat to Explora's calm, beautifully refined hospitality when the day is done. Race packages have only just opened and suites are limited, so this is one to secure early.

Choose your race experience:
🏁 Grandstand & Suite – 3-day grandstand access with trackside views, pit lane action and giant-screen coverage
🥂 F1 Paddock Club™ Hospitality & Suite – 3 days of Paddock Club access, gourmet dining, pit lane walks and appearances from F1® legends
🛥️ Monaco Triple Crown Paddock Club™ & Suite – three days, three experiences: an exclusive yacht in the heart of the harbour, exceptional dining at F1® La Terrasse, and the Paddock Club Suite on race day
⚓ An oceanfront suite aboard EXPLORA I, berthed in Port Hercule all week
🍽️ Explora's signature onboard experiences between sessions

The details:
📅 Dates: 2–7 June 2027
🚢 Ship: EXPLORA I, docked in Port Hercule, Monaco
✈️ Flights and transfers: tailored from your preferred UK airport
💷 Various Options available and prices on request – limited suites available
🔒 Booked with Travel & Adventures Ltd, proud TTA member (X1910)

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05/11/2026

𝗜𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 🌺

My mum is currently island hopping from Tahiti across the South Pacific to Santiago in Chile on a small expedition ship (max 118 guests). She’s travelling solo, and she’s far from alone in that: she’s one of 20 solo travellers on board! I’ve been getting the most incredible messages and photos from her every day, and I had to share some of them.

On Amanu Atoll (population 195), her ship was only the second tourist boat all year!

The whole island came out with handwoven leis, local dancers and musicians, and a feast of homemade coconut cakes laid out on palm fronds beside a turquoise lagoon 💙

Since then she has:
🐚 Landed on Raroia, where the Kon-Tiki raft ended its voyage in 1947
🕊️ Waded ashore on tiny Tenararo, home to one of the last Polynesian ground doves, with only around 100 left in the wild
🌴 Walked beaches without a single other footprint
🧭 Set sail for Mangareva, with Pitcairn and Easter Island still to come

Thinking “I’d love to, but I’ve no one to go with”? This is your sign 👋 Small expedition ships are perfect for solo travellers: shared zodiac rides, lectures and dinners with like-minded people, and a brilliant team looking after you. Mum set off alone and now has a ship full of friends.

Couple, friends or solo, I’d love to help you plan yours. Voyages like this sell out early, so now’s the time to dream about 2027 and 2028 ✨

Let the adventure begin… 🧭

📍 Amanu Atoll, French Polynesia

03/11/2026

🎄 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 🎄
𝑾𝒉𝒐'𝒔 𝒄𝒐𝒐𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒎𝒂𝒔 𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒚𝒆𝒂𝒓? 𝑵𝒐𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖!

Picture it: Christmas morning, fresh snow on the trees, the lift just 100m from your front door, and the biggest decision of the day is whether to ski before or after the stockings. Then it's back to the chalet for tea and homemade cake while someone else gets the festive feast on.

Chalet La Bergerie sits in Les Brévières, a traditional village of cobbled streets at the foot of the Tignes slopes. It has all the charm of an old Alpine village, and a high-speed lift whisks you up to Le Lac and Val Claret in around 15 minutes. From there, the vast Tignes–Val d'Isère ski area opens up, with runs for first-timers right through to advanced skiers. Back at the chalet, your hosts take care of everything: cooked breakfasts, afternoon tea, four-course dinners with w**e, and a special Christmas Day menu. All that's left for you is fondue nights and après ski in the village.

🏡 Chalet La Bergerie – 6 en-suite bedrooms, sleeps 12 to 14
🎿 Just 100m from the Brévières lift
🍳 Full cooked breakfast on 6 mornings
🍰 Homemade cake and afternoon tea
🍽️ 4-course evening meals on 6 nights, with w**e
🎅 Special Christmas Day menu
⛷️ The huge Tignes–Val d'Isère ski area, beginner to advanced
🚡 Le Lac and Val Claret in 15 minutes by high-speed lift
🧀 Cosy restaurants, fondue nights and après ski

📅 Departing 19 December 2026 – 7 nights
👫 Prices based on 2 adults sharing
🍷 Chalet board
🧳 Flights, transfers and luggage included
💷 All known taxes included

✈️ Newcastle – £949pp (save £720pp)
✈️ Belfast – £919pp (save £720pp)
✈️ Gatwick – £978pp (save £720pp)
✈️ Edinburgh – £998pp (save £720pp)
✈️ Birmingham – £1,008pp (save £720pp)
✈️ Manchester – £1,028pp (save £700pp)
✈️ More airports available, just get in touch

🛡️ ATOL protected 0025

Let the Adventure Begin…
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03/11/2026

🏔️ 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐚'𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 — 𝐈𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡?

Picture it: a warm drink in your hands, a blanket round your shoulders, and a wall of blue-white ice rising out of glassy water in Endicott Arm. A humpback surfaces off the bow, and the only sound is the distant crack of a glacier giving way to the sea. That's the Inside Passage — quieter, wilder and more breathtaking than any photograph can prepare you for.

Your adventure begins with two nights in Vancouver at the 4★ Georgian Court, with a hop-on/hop-off ticket to explore one of the world's most beautiful cities at your own pace. Then it's aboard Holland America Line's Koningsdam for seven nights through Alaska's wilderness — calling at Juneau, the state capital you can only reach by sea or air, gold-rush Skagway and totem-rich Ketchikan, with scenic cruising through the fjords of Endicott Arm along the way.

Best of all, the Have It All package is included — drinks, a speciality dinner, WiFi, gratuities and shore excursion credit are all taken care of, so the only decision left is which glacier to photograph first.

🏙️ 2 nights at the 4★ Georgian Court, Vancouver
🚌 Hop-on/hop-off Vancouver sightseeing ticket
🚢 7-night Alaska cruise aboard Koningsdam
🧊 Scenic cruising – Endicott Arm and the Inside Passage
⚓ Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan
🍸 Signature Beverage Package
🍽️ One night of speciality dining
💵 $100 per person shore excursion credit
📶 WiFi included
🤝 Gratuities included

📅 29 April – 9 May 2027 (11 days)
✈️ British Airways flights
✈️ London Heathrow – £3,289pp
✈️ Manchester – £3,289pp
✈️ Edinburgh – £3,289pp
✈️ Dublin – £3,289pp
🛏️ Inside cabin, based on 2 adults sharing
🍴 Room only in Vancouver | Have It All package on board
💳 Deposit just £200pp
✅ No resort fees payable locally

Let the Adventure Begin…
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02/11/2026

𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐟 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐮𝐬 – 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐭𝐬, 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐊𝐢𝐝𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡? 🌅

The sun slides into the Indian Ocean and the whole lagoon turns to liquid gold. The children are still racing along the sand by the Kids Club, there's a cold drink in your hand that you didn't have to pay for, and the only decision left tonight is which restaurant to wander into for dinner.

That's an evening at Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa – set on Mauritius' north-west coast, facing the sunsets, and a firm favourite with families. Your spacious Deluxe Room sleeps two adults and two children, the Kids Club sits right on the beach for 3- to 11-year-olds, and All Inclusive takes care of meals, drinks and complimentary land and water sports. Departing 28 May 2027 for seven nights, with transfers included and an early booking discount of £926 – a beautifully easy way to swap the late-May bank holiday for the Indian Ocean.

🏝️ Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa, north-west Mauritius
🛏️ Spacious Deluxe Room for 2 adults & 2 children
🍹 All Inclusive – meals and drinks taken care of
🚣 Complimentary land and water sports
🧒 Beachfront Kids Club for ages 3–11
🌅 West-facing for those famous Mauritius sunsets
🚐 Transfers included in Mauritius
💷 Early booking discount of £926

📅 Departing 28 May 2027 | 7 nights
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 2 adults & 2 children | Deluxe Room | All Inclusive
Prices per family:
✈️ London Stansted – £6,816
✈️ Newcastle – £6,847
✈️ Glasgow – £6,895
✈️ London Heathrow – £6,951
✈️ Birmingham – £7,082
✈️ Manchester – £7,144
✈️ Dublin – £7,440
✈️ London Gatwick – £7,600
✈️ Edinburgh – £8,554
💶 Mauritius Tourist Levy: €3 per person per night (ages 12+), paid locally at the hotel – €42 for two adults, approx. £36 per family (subject to exchange rate)
💰 Total from £6,852 per family, including the levy

Let the Adventure Begin… 📞 01539 792030 ✉️ [email protected] 📍 100a Stricklandgate, Kendal LA9 4PU

31/10/2026

📰 I'm in the Westmorland Gazette! 📰

I'm really proud to share that my first monthly travel column is now live ✈️

To start the series, I've written about getting away from Cumbria. It covers:

✈️ Choosing between Manchester, Glasgow and Newcastle airports
🚆 Making the most of the train from Oxenholme
💡 A Scottish school holidays tip that could save families money on flights

I'll be sharing local, honest travel advice every month, so keep an eye out for the next one!

Read the full article here 👇

https://www.thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk/lifestyle/travel/kendaltravelnews/26687264.kendal-travel-agent-shares-airport-tips-cumbrian-holidays/

A huge thank you to the The Westmorland Gazette for having me.

If you'd like help planning your next adventure, pop into the shop at 100A Stricklandgate, call 01539 792030 or message me here 💙

For holidaymakers in South Lakeland, getting to the airport can sometimes feel like the hardest part of going abroad.

31/10/2026

𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳.

The approach of autumn always has us thinking about the year’s end and what the next year could hold. And, there’s a lot to be excited about in 2027, from standout properties opening their doors to brand-new experiences that our specialists predict will be popular — all of which means it’s worth planning now.

𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗮: 𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙧-𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 & 𝙘𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙘 𝙧𝙤𝙖𝙙 𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙥𝙨
Canada shone brightly this year, and its star shows no sign of being on the wane come 2027. Bear-watching in British Columbia and driving the Rockies are just two of the trips worth planning now.

𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗻𝗮𝗺: 𝙛𝙤𝙤𝙙, 𝙜𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙤𝙙
Vietnam’s culinary scene looks set to attract more visitors next year. We’ve got you covered, with imaginative (and delicious) experiences like sampling Hanoi’s street food with a local food blogger.

𝗘𝗴𝘆𝗽𝘁: 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙨 & 𝙖 𝙨𝙤𝙡𝙖𝙧 𝙥𝙝𝙚𝙣𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙤𝙣
Cairo’s long-awaited and newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum will still be drawing the crowds next year, but 2027 will also see Egypt witness a solar eclipse with a whopping six minutes of totality.

𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮: 𝙬𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙮
This year, our India partners launched Through Her Eyes: travel experiences led by women, for women. With activities like rooftop yoga and cooking with an Udaipur family, the initiative is gathering serious momentum for 2027.

𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮: 𝙖 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 2027
Sabi Sabi Collection has recently added Sandringham Private Game Reserve to its fold. In this rewilded reserve with four rivers, observing wildlife bathing and drinking is a highlight of staying here.

Fancy making 2027 your year? Pop in for a coffee and a chat, or get in touch and I’ll put together a trip shaped entirely around you. All of these trips are available through Audley Travel, one of my most trusted tailor-made partners.

Let the Adventure Begin…
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29/10/2026

𝗢𝟮 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 & 𝗦𝗽𝗮, 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗱𝗼𝘀

Escape to Barbados’ most fashionable and boutique all-inclusive resort set on a soft powdery white-sand beach, fringing the glistening turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea.

𝘼𝙩 𝙖 𝙜𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚
Guests can unwind in opulent adult-only Junior Suites, some of which are swim-up, offer vibrant décor and indulgent amenities. One and two-bedroom Luxury Concierge Suites feature furnished balconies or terraces, ambassador service, pre-arrival groceries and a personalised mini bar. Explore expertly crafted dishes and cocktails across various restaurants and bars with premium branded drinks. From international flavours at Elements and casual fare at Bluefin to tapas at the rooftop Brisa and fine dining at Oro. Guests can laze under a pergola or find rejuvenation at the eighth-floor Acqua Spa featuring ocean-facing treatment rooms. A range of activities includes daily 'How To' lessons and evening entertainment. All stays come with spa credit, complimentary golf, and sister-resort access to Sea Breeze Beach House.

7 nights all Inclusive from £3199pp Dep 10th May 2027.
ATOL V6805

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28/10/2026

🎢🌴 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗢𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳! 𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗢 + 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗕𝗘𝗔𝗡:🌴🎢

What if you didn’t have to choose between theme park thrills and turquoise Caribbean seas?

Picture this: three action-packed days in Orlando, skipping the queues at Universal, followed by seven glorious nights at sea aboard Royal Caribbean’s brand-new ship, Hero of the Seas. Sunshine, adventure and memories the whole family will be talking about for years. This is one of those combinations I love putting together for families, the perfect balance of adrenaline and pure relaxation.

🏰𝟯 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼
🏨 Universal’s Loews Royal Pacific Resort, room only
⚡ FREE Universal Express access every day, per person, for Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios
💸 No resort fees!
🎟️ Please note: Universal theme park tickets are not included

🚢𝟳 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗼 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀
✨ Set sail on Royal Caribbean’s newest ship
🍽️ Full board dining included
🌊 Endless onboard adventures for every age

📅 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨
🗓️ Departing 21st October 2027
✈️ Flights from Manchester or London

💷 𝙋𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨:
Based on 2 adults and 2 children under 11:
🛏️ Inside Cabin – £2,499pp
🌅 Ocean View Cabin – £2,559pp
🌴 Balcony Cabin – £2,649pp

🔒 Secure your holiday with just a £250pp deposit!

Availability and prices are subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. ATOL 2708.

Let the Adventure Begin…
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28/10/2026

𝗔𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗮 𝗕𝗼𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶 𝗧𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳
Experience Andrea Bocelli live at the spectacular Teatro del Silenzio in Lajatico, Italy on 22 & 24 July 2027.

Set among the rolling hills of Tuscany, this extraordinary open-air venue provides an unforgettable setting for two exceptional evenings of music.

Tickets are selling quickly, so we recommend booking early to secure your preferred date and package.

Our carefully selected packages combine three nights’ accommodation, daily breakfast, concert tickets and return transfers to Teatro del Silenzio, with the option to add flights, private airport transfers and upgraded concert experiences.