Colette Cooper - Travel Counsellors

Name: Colette Cooper - Travel Counsellors
Address: South East London, London, GB
Telephone: +442036274970

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Award-winning tour & travel agent creating holidays with plenty of personality and none of the beige.

Think stylish stays, hidden gems, authentic experiences and tailor-made trips designed around the way you love to travel. ✈️🌎 Many of us now live with such demanding lifestyles, so the stress and hassle of researching flights, comparing hotels and building that perfect holiday can turn in to a very frustrating and mind-boggling experience. As your personal travel counsellor, I will do all the leg

work and offer you with a simple, hassle free service at a time suited to my clients. No call centres or waiting on hold endlessly, just one point of contact at all times throughout your enquiry / trip. With an advanced booking system, I have access to thousands of worldwide suppliers including direct contact with ground destination specialists, so can deal with all things travel. This can range from complex and special interest itineraries, flight or hotel only bookings, honeymoons, cruise packages, private transfers and excursions. All of our customers have that added reassurance and peace of mind, that their money is completely protected by Travel Counsellors Financial Protection Trust.

06/06/2026

🚨 Greek island lovers… you might want to sit down for this one. 🚨

Every now and then, a hotel lands that makes me stop scrolling, open Google Maps, and start checking flights immediately.

This is one of them.

Perched high above the Aegean on Paros, this brand-new adults-only escape is bringing serious style to one of Greece’s most exciting islands — and I’d put good money on it being one of the most talked-about openings in the Cyclades this year.

Whitewashed Cycladic architecture spilling down the cliffside. Spacious earth-toned suites. Private pools with big, squishy daybeds made for disappearing into. Endless Aegean sea views. Calm, curated spaces everywhere you look. And that effortless Greek ability to make luxury feel completely natural.

A spa designed for full reset mode — slow, restorative, properly indulgent.

And the food? Properly dangerous. A mix of fresh, vibrant Mediterranean plates and Japanese-inspired dishes that turn “we’ll just have small sharing plates” into ordering everything… and not regretting a single bite. 😏

But here’s the real story…

It’s in Paros.

And if it’s not on your radar yet, it should be.

Because while Mykonos and Santorini still take the spotlight, Paros is where things have quietly shifted — same Cycladic beauty, just cooler, calmer, more effortless.

Think whitewashed villages, bougainvillea-filled lanes, hidden coves, golden beaches, chic beach bars, and harbours where lunch casually becomes dinner.

One minute you’re in Naoussa, the next you’re in crystal-clear water or hopping between beaches you didn’t even plan to find.

Getting there is easy too — fly London to Santorini or Mykonos, then ferry across the Aegean, or turn it into a proper island-hopping escape.

And honestly… once you’re there, everything else fades out pretty quickly.

It gets under your skin.

Pool. Sea. Spa. Repeat.

Long lunches into sunset drinks. Dinners that drift late without trying. And that feeling you’ve stumbled on something you probably shouldn’t share. 😏

Now for the main reason I told you to get yourself safely seated😮

💥 £485pp (based on 2 sharing, hotel only) — live today… blink and it’s gone.
💥 7 nights | Breakfast included | 27 June – 4 July 2026

Not what you expected for this level of style, right? 👀

So while everyone else fights over the usual spots…

You could be slipping into Paros instead.

Pop me a message. I’ll do the rest. 😉

01/06/2026

Under-the-Radar Greek City Break— Direct from the UK, 30 Minutes from the Sea 😜

🇬🇷 Thessaloniki doesn’t feel like it’s trying to win you over.

Which is exactly why it does.

It’s a proper, working Greek city — busy waterfront, full cafés, late dinners, football chat drifting across tables, life happening all around you.

And you’re just… in it.

No staged “tourist moment” energy. No pressure to tick off a list. Just a city with enough going on that you naturally fall into its rhythm.

Then there’s the twist.

🌊 A coastline 30 minutes away.

So the pace shifts when you want it to — city one day, sea the next — without turning your holiday into a logistics exercise.

And then the bit that still catches people out:

✈️ Around 3.5 hours direct from Gatwick.

Leave in the morning. Be somewhere completely different by lunchtime.

🏙️ A city that feels lived-in, not staged
🌊 Beaches close enough to feel spontaneous
🍸 Evenings that tend to take care of themselves

📅 23 – 30 September 2026 departures

✨ 7 nights @ £758pp
🌿 Boutique design stay with breakfast @ £802pp

✈️ Return flights | 🧳 Bags | 🚗 Private transfers

Not a “big statement” destination.

Just one of those places that quietly becomes a favourite. 😏

30/05/2026

⛵️ Somewhere between Santorini and Mykonos everyone mysteriously becomes hotter, happier, and mildly emotionally dependent on olive oil. 😅

8 days sailing through the Greek Islands — Santorini to Mykonos — living your best “accidentally escaped your real life” era.

Think Below Deck… minus the billionaire tantrums, plus:
• sunset rosé on deck
• swim stops in water so clear it feels illegal
• enough tzatziki to question your life choices
• whitewashed villages that don’t look real even when you’re standing in them

By Day 3:
• someone’s in linen trousers full-time
• someone’s announced they’re “moving to Greece”
• someone’s googling boat prices like it’s a normal Tuesday
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💰 REAL CURRENT PRICING (LIVE SNAPSHOT)
⚡️ From approx £695pp (selected early-season departures)
☀️ May / early June: ~£900–£1,100pp
🌊 June peak sailings: ~£930–£1,300pp
🔥 July–August peak season: ~£1,250–£1,650pp
✔️ Prices vary by departure date, cabin type & availability
✔️ Flights not included
✔️ Live pricing — subject to change at time of booking
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⚓️ WHAT’S INCLUDED
✔️ 7 nights aboard a 15–16m sailing yacht
✔️ Professional licensed skipper
✔️ Small group sailing (approx 8–10 people)
✔️ Snorkelling equipment
✔️ Cyclades island-hopping route
✔️ Flexible itinerary based on wind & weather
✔️ Twin/double cabins (mix of ensuite/shared facilities)
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🧭 THE ROUTE VIBE

Santorini → Mykonos via the Cyclades, with possible stops including:
Paros • Naxos • Ios • Sifnos • Folegandros • Antiparos

Translation:
Tiny harbour tavernas. Bougainvillea everywhere. Cats running entire villages. And staircases designed specifically to humble your calf muscles.
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🍽️ FOOD SITUATION (IMPORTANT)

NO meals are fully included onboard.
Instead:

✔️ Shared onboard food kitty (~£50–£60pp) covers basics, breakfasts, lunches & snacks
✔️ Group chips in at the start
✔️ Most dinners are ashore in Greek tavernas by the water
Which is very intentional — because nobody comes to the Greek Islands for beige buffet food on a boat.

Expect:
• fresh grilled seafood
• Greek salads the size of your face
• pita & tzatziki on repeat
• “just one glass” turning into a 3-hour dinner

Realistic extra spend: £180–£250pp for the week depending on how enthusiastically rosé is involved.
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🌊 THE ACTUAL EXPERIENCE

This is not a resort holiday.
It’s:

• waking up somewhere different every day
• jumping into the sea before breakfast
• sailing instead of ferry queues in 35° heat
• long lazy lunches onboard
• golden-hour arrivals that feel slightly unreal

And yes — at least one person WILL say:
“I could actually live here.”
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⚠️ THINGS NOBODY TELLS YOU

~ Santorini is stunning… but early mornings beat cruise crowds every time
~ Mykonos will make your wardrobe feel instantly underdressed
~ Naxos quietly becomes everyone’s favourite island
~ Someone WILL try extend their trip “just one more night”
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📩 FINAL WORD

If your current life feels like spreadsheets, emails, and reheated coffee…

This is the reset button.

Just don’t blame me when you’re googling Paros property prices at 1am after two many glasses of retsina. 😆

26/05/2026

From Squidgy Daybeds to Sea-View Seafood Feasts — This Zakynthos Hideaway Is Filthy in the Best Way💥 Cheapest week from only £374.50pp villa only, based on 4 sharing. 😜

Tucked among silvery olive groves on Zakynthos’ dreamy northeast coast, this stylish little hideaway is serving serious main-character holiday energy. Think crystal-clear water that looks illegally blue, long lazy lunches by the sea, and evenings that accidentally turn into midnight wine sessions under the stars.

The outdoor space here is an absolute vibe. Huge squidgy daybeds are hidden beneath olive trees, there are sun-drenched terraces made for doing gloriously little, and the private pool basically dares you to leave it. Spoiler: you won’t want to.

And the location? Dangerous for your bank balance and your return-flight plans. Beachside tavernas are just a short stroll away, serving grilled octopus, prawns, seabream and ice-cold wine with front-row sea-views. Expect plenty of “we’ll just have one drink” moments that turn into three bottles and dessert.

Inside, it’s all effortlessly cool — Moroccan-inspired touches, earthy textures, airy open spaces and two gorgeous en-suite bedrooms perfect for couples, best mates or anyone needing a week of vitamin sea and zero responsibilities.

Days here can be as busy or blissfully lazy as you like. Boat through the unreal Blue Caves, spot turtles around Marathonisi Island, swim in the electric-blue waters of Porto Limnionas, explore bougainvillaea-covered villages, or simply stay horizontal on a daybed with a cold drink and no concept of time.

Then come home for sunset BBQs, slow dinners outdoors and that smug little feeling when you realise you absolutely nailed the holiday booking.

✨ Sleeps 4
🌊 Beach just 750m away
🍷 Tavernas & cafés within walking distance
☀️ Private pool, BBQ & gorgeous outdoor spaces
📍 Zakynthos, Greece

AVAILABLE DATES & VILLA PRICES
☀️ 01 & 22 Aug — £3498
☀️ 29 Aug — £2998
☀️ 12 Sept — £2998
☀️ 19 Sept — £1998
☀️ 26 Sept — £1498

Villa rental prices are for the whole property, not per person.

Additional charges:
➕ Property Damage Waiver — £7.50pp
➕ Tourist Tax — £13.04 per night per property

Honestly? This is the sort of place you book once… then spend the next year talking about.

25/05/2026

🌴 RUM PUNCHES, REEF DROPS & MIAMI VICE AFTER HOURS 🌴

Barefoot Caribbean rhythm collides with sun-faded Miami Vice style - where days blur into saltwater, sandbars and neon-lit nights that always end the same way - barefoot and glowing.

Some holidays are for “switching off”.

This one is for becoming temporarily unreachable somewhere between a rum punch in the Keys and a frozen cocktail on your own stretch of Miami Beach.

First up: five nights in Key Largo in a Junior Suite in the Coconut Wing of an effortlessly cool bay-side retreat where the vibe is less “Florida package holiday” and more barefoot Caribbean escape with a US postcode. Think swaying palms, floating docks, firepits by the water and reggae drifting through warm tropical evenings.

And yes - Key Largo genuinely is one of the world’s great diving destinations, famous for incredible scuba diving and snorkelling thanks to the only living coral reef system in the continental USA. Rainbow reefs, shipwrecks, impossibly clear water… even the non-divers end up obsessed with the sea here.

Golden nugget moments:
☞ Sunset drinks at Gilbert’s Tiki Bar - marina-side, barefoot Keys energy with docked boats, salt-in-the-air vibes and golden-hour views that do all the heavy lifting
☞ Snorkelling at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park
☞ Boat days to dreamy turquoise sandbars that feel more Bahamas than Florida
☞ Dockside fish tacos, conch fritters and key lime pie from gloriously ramshackle waterfront spots where nobody’s looked at a clock in years

Then, just as you’ve fully surrendered to island time - Miami Beach arrives to dial things back up again. Five nights of vintage-glam beachfront living in Mid-Beach with a chic king guest room, two beautiful pools, its own beach club vibe and a private stretch of sand that puts you right on the water’s edge. Think retro Miami elegance with modern beach-club ease.

Do Miami properly:
☞ Sunrise bike rides along Ocean Drive before the beautiful people wake up
☞ Frozen cocktails and hidden courtyard bars tucked behind South Beach palms
☞ Lazy afternoons drifting through Wynwood’s street art, indie coffee spots and warehouse galleries
☞ Biscayne Bay boat days with skyline views and floating swim stops that scream “main character energy”

💰The Damage £2,118pp
📅 Dates of travel 01 – 11 Nov 2026 (alternative dates available on request)
🔒 Secure with £330 deposit
💳 Balance due Sept 2026

🏝 PACKAGE INCLUDES
✈️ Direct Virgin flights from Heathrow (Alternative departure airports available on request)
🧳 1 piece of checked luggage per person
🚗 Fully inclusive car hire with unlimited mileage, zero excess protection & roadside assistance included
🏨 10 nights hotel stay on a room only basis

Barefoot Lux Caribbean rhythm meets cool, sun-faded Miami Vice style. Get yer wiggle on. 😜

24/05/2026

🍸 Trade the group chat for Sicily.
The lemons are bigger, the wine is colder, and nobody knows what day it is 🇮🇹 🍋

South-east Sicily is where Italy goes to quietly show off… all golden-stone towns, sun-faded shutters, secret swimming spots and lunches that accidentally turn into dinner.

And for one glorious week, this ridiculously chic little escape is yours from just £686pp.

Think boutique hideaway vibes, morning espresso in hidden piazzas, late-night aperitivos, dramatic coastal drives and enough pasta to make you consider extending your stay indefinitely.

You’ll be perfectly placed to roam one of Sicily’s most beautiful corners — and with your INCLUDED car hire, this is very much a “pull over because that beach looks unreal” kind of holiday.

✨ Lose yourself in the honey-coloured streets of Ragusa Ibla
✨ Sip spritzes in impossibly pretty Noto
✨ Discover tucked-away coves at Vendicari Nature Reserve
✨ Spend long lazy afternoons in Marzamemi — the fishing village currently living rent free in every Condé Nast editor’s mind
✨ Eat ancient Sicilian chocolate in Modica because apparently normal chocolate just wasn’t enough

And October? Arguably the smartest time to do Sicily.
Still beautifully warm, sea still swimmable, golden evening light everywhere… but without the peak summer chaos. Just locals reclaiming their island and travellers who know better.

Included:
✈️ Direct flights from Gatwick
🧳 23kg luggage
💺 Selected seats
🚗 Car hire with unlimited mileage + GPS
🛏 7 nights in a stylish Sicilian hideaway
☕ Breakfast included

Alternative departure airports available on request.

£686pp for all this?
Honestly… ’tis fabulous.
If Sicily’s been sitting on your “one day” list… consider this your sign 😏

25/04/2026

🌴 SUNSETS, CENOTES & JUNGLE VIBES: THE ULTIMATE CENTRAL AMERICA ESCAPE - Tour only from £1460pp 🌴

Ready to swap the everyday for turquoise waters, ancient wonders and laid-back island life? This 13-day journey through Mexico, Guatemala & Belize delivers the perfect mix of adventure and chill from start to finish.

Think beach time in Playa del Carmen, swimming in crystal-clear cenotes, and exploring the jaw-dropping Maya ruins of Tikal… then slow things right down on the dreamy island of Caye Caulker, where “Go Slow” isn’t just a saying—it’s a way of life.

Cruise through jungle-lined waterways along the Rio Dulce, stay in a peaceful waterfront lodge surrounded by nature, and soak up the energy of Livingston with its vibrant Garifuna culture, music and dance. Wrap it all up beneath the volcanoes in beautiful Antigua—this is the kind of trip that sticks with you long after you’re home.

A few standout moments:

• Three blissful days on Caye Caulker – snorkelling reefs, kayaking, lobster feasts and hammock time
• Exploring lesser-known Maya ruins and mystical caves near San Ignacio
• Guided tour of Tikal National Park, packed with wildlife and ancient temples
• River cruise along the Rio Dulce to a hidden jungle lodge
• Garifuna culture, music and dance in colourful Livingston
• Cenote swims and Bacalar’s famous “Lagoon of 7 Colours”

Perfect balance of guided experiences and free time to do your own thing.

📍 Mexico | Guatemala | Belize
🍽️ 5 breakfasts & 2 lunches included
🛏️ 10 hotel nights + 2 jungle lodge stays
From £1460pp (selected 2026 dates)
📅 Plenty of departures from June–December 2026, plus more dates available in 2027

Sun, culture, adventure—this one really does tick all the boxes.

👉If this is type of tour floats your boat, feel free to message me for further details.

20/04/2026

65 Acres, Zero Signal, One Very Good Decision.

Hidden deep within ancient woodland in West Sussex, this secluded handcrafted cabin is what happens when you fully commit to disappearing - in style. Just a short drive from Billingshurst, yet feeling a world away, it’s your private treescape escape where time slows down and your phone becomes decorative.

Built from green oak by local craftsmen, the cabin sleeps two and does it very well indeed. Inside, it’s all light-filled calm and easy living: a king-size bed made for long, lazy mornings, a compact but properly equipped kitchen (Nespresso included - non-negotiable), and a snug mezzanine space for books, board games, or simply doing nothing with intent.

Connectivity is deliberately on the shy side - barely-there signal and “pocket” Wi-Fi mean you’re encouraged to log off properly. Outside, things get even better: a private hot tub tucked beneath the canopy, made for late-night soaking under a sky full of stars.

Evenings are for fire pits, marshmallows, and that quiet sense of “yeah… this was the right call.” When it cools, retreat inside with something warm (or stronger) and lean fully into the woodland hush.

Access is via a short walk from parking through private woodland (wheelbarrow provided for supplies - because of course it is), adding just the right touch of off-grid adventure.

Sleeps two. Nightly rates start from £170.

Need to know more? You know what to do 📥

12/04/2026

The Italian Connection: Olive Oil, Late Nights & Zero Regrets… Perfect Puglia✨

Right in the heart of Puglia’s sun-bleached south, this hidden palazzo is the kind of place that feels like stepping into a perfectly styled Italian daydream—equal parts historic romance and quietly cool design.

Tucked down a narrow street in the old town of Gallipoli, it’s all about contrasts: outside, weathered stone and centuries-old charm; inside, a curated mix of frescoed ceilings, bold tiles, statement pieces and art that feels more boutique gallery than hotel. Intimate, a little eclectic, and effortlessly chic—this is affordable boutique luxury with serious personality.

The vibe? Think riad-style courtyard meets Italian palazzo. A hidden garden with a plunge pool framed by cacti and terracotta walls, softly lit corners made for slow cocktails, and rooms that are all completely individual—some with original frescoes, others with mezzanines and tiny staircases that feel like something out of a film. Nothing uniform, everything considered.

And the real magic? You’re in it. No resort bubble here—just step outside and you’re straight into the rhythm of the old town.

Location-wise? You couldn’t be better placed. Gallipoli’s historic centre is a maze of golden stone streets, baroque details, and buzzy little bars that spill out into the night. It’s lively, a little chaotic, and completely addictive.

Beach days? Effortless. Spiaggia della Purità is right on your doorstep—morning swims, golden hour dips, no planning required. Venture further along the Ionian coast and you’ll find long stretches of pale sand and unreal, Caribbean-clear water.

Food & drinks? This is where you lean in. Seafood-heavy menus, natural wines, long, lazy dinners that turn into midnight strolls. Grab a table wherever feels right or chase down a rooftop for sunset cocktails—Gallipoli knows how to do evenings properly. 🍷

Hidden gem energy…

– Early morning swims before the town wakes up
– Rooftop aperitivos as the sky turns peach and gold
– Getting completely lost in backstreets and not caring
– That perfect mix of buzz outside, calm inside

Back at the palazzo, everything softens. The noise fades, the lights dim, and you’re left with that rare feeling of having found somewhere that’s both in the middle of everything and somehow completely your own.

✨ The good bit…
This stylish bolthole for 7 nights (room only) includes return flights from Heathrow, 23kg luggage, and private transfers for £795pp.

If you’re after somewhere with soul, style, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting… this is exactly where you go. 🤌

12/04/2026

Pine-clad calm, poolside cool, minutes from Sitges’ buzz 🙌☀️

Sleeps 8–10

Perched in the pine-covered hills just outside Sitges, this is your switch-off-with-style kind of escape - lazy mornings, long pool days, and nights that drift from rooftop wine to “should we go into town?” (yes… you absolutely should) 🍷

Inside, it’s all effortless Mediterranean charm - terracotta floors, wooden shutters, soft natural light, and an open-plan space that works for living, not just looking at. Lounge, wood-burner, and a kitchen that spills straight onto the terrace because eating indoors is optional at best.

Need a bit of breathing room? The separate annexe keeps things flexible - ideal for anyone who wants space without actually missing out on anything.

Outside is where it quietly flexes: palm-dotted, pine-framed gardens, a sleek pool made for doing very little in, and enough lounging spots to rotate your entire day by mood alone. Add in multiple alfresco dining areas and a rooftop terrace that basically demands sunset drinks 🌅

And then there’s Sitges - 15 minutes away and very deliberately fun. Golden beaches, boutique streets, beach clubs that start chilled and sometimes don’t stay that way, and a food scene that turns “just a quick bite” into a full evening. It also knows how to throw a serious party - especially during the Sitges Carnival and the Sitges Film Festival - when the whole town collectively forgets it’s meant to behave.

Barcelona is 30 minutes away…but you’ll probably be too busy here

2026 weekly villa rental prices (various selected weeks based on 8 guests):

• 4–11 May @ £1865
• 6–13 June @ £2505
• 8–15 July @ £3820
• 5–12 September @ £2505
• 3–10 October @ £1865

These are a selection of set weeks with fixed pricing. If you have other dates in mind, just drop me a message and I’ll see what’s available.😉

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