Laura Crouch - Travel Counsellor

Laura Crouch - Travel Counsellor Helping people to create unforgettable journeys. Life’s short. Book the trip. 🌏✨

My page shares travel inspiration and wonderful offers. I’m Laura. Laura

Financially protected by Travel Counsellors Financial Trust and ATOL protected. I'm based in Wootton, Northampton and can’t wait to help you plan your next adventure. I plan authentic trips tailored especially to you. Whether you are looking for a weekend city break, adventure travel, a luxury getaway or a bespoke worldwide multi-stop itinerary, my focus is on attention to detail and a personalise

d service, creating truly unforgettable, magical travel moments for you. I started my travel journey at the age of 19 years old when I decided to take myself on a two-month trip to Israel and Egypt staying with local families and independently travelling – I threw myself in at the deep end to say the least! Having caught the bug, I moved to Japan and spent the next few years travelling China, South East Asia and Australia. Since meeting my husband, we
have travelled to wondrous places across the globe together as a family.

“Travel isn’t just about checking destinations off a list. It’s about those ‘pinch me, is it even real?’ moments”

I have been fortunate enough to experience some unforgettable ‘pinch me’ moments including driving across Vietnam on the back of a motorcycle with the Easy Riders, trekking from Kathmandu
to Delhi, taking in the staggering beauty of the Taj Mahal, staying with hill tribes in NorthernThailand, walking the Great Wall of China, snorkelling at the Great Barrier Reef, watching the sunrise
from the top of Mount Fuji, helicoptering over Victoria Falls in Zambia, seeing the Northern Lights by snowmobile, sipping champagne overlooking the Grand Canyon and many more. I am passionate about helping create your ‘pinch me’ moment, whatever that looks like for you! Whether it’s a bucket list trip or a tranquil break to escape and unwind. I can help craft your journey, providing the very best stress free service. Everything you book with me as a Travel Counsellor is 100% financially protected through ATOL and the Travel Counsellors Trust, giving you absolute peace of mind.

What a day on Oceania’s Vista 🤩Vista offers everything I love about cruising.✨The verdict;🛳️ Intimate – With just around...
14/06/2026

What a day on Oceania’s Vista 🤩

Vista offers everything I love about cruising.

✨The verdict;

🛳️ Intimate – With just around 600 suites and staterooms (1,200 guests), Vista offers a boutique feel with exceptional personal service.

🌍 More time where it matters - port-intensive itineraries, with longer stays and fewer sea days, so you can truly experience each destination.

⚓ Access to unique ports – Being smaller than many mainstream cruise ships means Vista can visit more exclusive and less crowded harbours that larger vessels simply can't reach.

🍽️ A dream for food lovers – Famous for The Finest Cuisine at Sea®, with a fantastic choice of gourmet restaurants and speciality dining included.

🤍 Elegant, contemporary interiors – Think luxury boutique hotel at sea with sophisticated décor, light-filled spaces and a calm, understated style.

Just wonderful 🩵

Sunday morning mimosas onboard Oceania’s Vista 🛳️ 🥂🌊🩵Only just boarded and already getting the wow factor 🤩
14/06/2026

Sunday morning mimosas onboard Oceania’s Vista 🛳️ 🥂🌊🩵

Only just boarded and already getting the wow factor 🤩

Back at my desk this week after an incredible time in Antigua. ☀️🌊In between plenty of beach, pool and cocktail time, we...
05/06/2026

Back at my desk this week after an incredible time in Antigua. ☀️🌊

In between plenty of beach, pool and cocktail time, we managed to explore much of this beautiful island and I can see why people love it.

⭐ English Harbour
⭐ Shirley Heights & Devils Bridge
⭐ St John's
⭐ 365 beaches – one for every day of the year (we didn't quite make it around all 365, but we definitely made a small dent!) - Pigeon Point & Halfmoon bay were highlights
⭐ The history, visiting Nelsons Dockyard, Betty's Hope, Fort James are all worthy of visits

The breeze! I wondered whether it might become a bit annoying, but after a few days in the Caribbean sunshine, we found ourselves looking forward to it. It keeps the temperature comfortable and creates near-perfect conditions for exploring the island.

The food was another highlight. The local cuisine is fantastic, especially if you're a fan of goat curry, and the famous Antigua Black Pineapple definitely lived up to the hype – quite possibly the sweetest pineapple I've ever tasted.

What I loved most was that Antigua offers so much more than just beautiful beaches. Rich history, friendly locals, colourful villages, great food and some truly spectacular scenery make it a destination that's well worth exploring beyond your hotel.

Safe to say Antigua exceeded expectations 💙

Laura

The biggest takeaway from Seville… the affordability 🤍I expected Seville to be beautiful… but I didn’t expect it to be t...
20/05/2026

The biggest takeaway from Seville… the affordability 🤍

I expected Seville to be beautiful… but I didn’t expect it to be this reasonable.

🍴 High-end dining
A stunning meal in a prime central spot — 8 of us eating and drinking whatever we wanted…

Total: €360.

For the setting and quality, it was incredible value.

🍷 Tapas & drinks
We ducked into a backstreet tapas bar to wait out the rain… and ended up staying 3–4 hours.

Beer, sangria, wine… and an embarrassing number of tapas dishes 😅
Total: €140 for 8 people.
That’s €19.50 each.

Honestly… unbelievable! This isn’t “cheap and cheerful” — it’s high quality, authentic food at genuinely great prices.

Seville gives you that premium experience without the premium price tag.

Laura
Journeys Beyond the Ordinary 🌏
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19/05/2026

Sun-soaked luxury, breathtaking sea views, and effortless elegance. Domes 91 Athens Riviera is the ultimate Greek escape 💙

This beautiful hotel combines luxury and laid-back coastal living on the Athens Riviera.

Villa vs All Inclusive… what’s your travel style? 🤍I have on occasion in the past, dreamt about all inclusive holidays.N...
18/05/2026

Villa vs All Inclusive… what’s your travel style? 🤍

I have on occasion in the past, dreamt about all inclusive holidays.

No cooking.
No washing up.
No cleaning.
No decisions.

Just switching off completely… and at some points in life, that was exactly what I wanted from a holiday.

🍹 Why I loved all inclusive
Everything was easy. Food on tap, drinks flowing, no thinking required — and when life is busy, that kind of break is exactly what you need.
But if you still want a holiday for relaxation and downtime, but also want to feel part of the destination, Villas are very appealing.

🏡 Why villas are becoming more appealing
There’s something about having your own space, your own pool, and complete flexibility.

It’s slower, more personal and more yours.

🍴 A different kind of food experience
Less buffet, more local restaurants, long lunches, and discovering places you’d never find if you stayed in a resort all week.

🌍 Feeling part of the destination
It’s not just a holiday in a place — it’s living there, even if just for a week.

Is it more about having everything included for you?
Or more about having the right kind of local experience.

I still completely get the appeal of all inclusive. Sometimes you just want to arrive and switch off.

But other times… you want something a little different.

So I’m curious… what would you choose right now?
Villa 🏡 or All Inclusive 🍹

Images note: This is a villa in Puglia, Italy which is just quite frankly delightful to look at so I can only imagine what it would be like to stay there 💙

Laura
Journeys Beyond the Ordinary 🌏

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Mirabello Bay House (Crete, Greece) 💙If you love the idea of a villa… but want to step straight onto the beach? This one...
16/05/2026

Mirabello Bay House (Crete, Greece) 💙

If you love the idea of a villa… but want to step straight onto the beach? This one gives you both 💙☀

🏠 Accommodation: 5 bedroom villa (sleeps 10), Signature villa
✨ Spectacular sea views across the Gulf of Mirabello
✨ Garden access to beach with watersports and boat hire
✨ Stylish and spacious accommodation
✨ Large outdoor kitchen and dining area
✨ Pool heating available
✨ 5min drive to Agios Nikolaos

Availability ( Package Price, based on 10 sharing, 7 nights )

28 July 2026 from £1,978pp
11 August 2026 from £1,961pp
25 August 2026 from £1,628pp

Price includes: Villa; Flights (inc. 1 hold bag per person); Hire car (inc. additional driver and zero excess insurance); Welcome hamper; Pre-departure & overseas concierge services; Full ATOL protection. Holiday excludes: Environmental tax of €15 per day. Terms & Conditions apply.

Laura
Journeys Beyond the Ordinary 🌏

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📧 [email protected]

15/05/2026

I’ve just got back from a girls weekend in Seville… and I honestly can’t recommend it enough - it’s also the perfect girls trip destination 💃✨

✈️ Easy from the UK
Under 3 hours from the UK, hand luggage only, and you’re there. No stress, no overthinking — just the kind of trip you can decide on and actually do.

🚖 Quick & easy transfers
Only around 20 minutes from the airport into the heart of the city. No long transfers, no wasted time — you can be checked in and sipping a drink before you know it 🍸 (and we walked straight through with no long queues because of the entry/exit system - all ran smoothly)

🏛️ Beautiful architecture everywhere
Seville is effortlessly stunning. From the iconic Plaza de España to the intricate Real Alcázar of Seville, you stop constantly for photos.

🚶‍♀️ Completely walkable
No taxis, no strict plans — just wandering, chatting, and discovering hidden streets and courtyards together.

🏖️ Poolside downtime (even without the beach)
While it’s not on the coast, there are some gorgeous hotels with pools — ideal for that balance of exploring and switching off in the sunshine ☀️

🍴 Tapas & food made for sharing
Seville is made for long, relaxed meals. Tapas hopping, ordering “just one more dish”, and turning dinner into an experience rather than just a meal - *WARNING you may develop a Croquette fe**sh like we (I) did!

🍷 Drinks & rooftop evenings
Sangria, wine, and rooftop cocktails at sunset…

🛍️ Shopping & wandering
Chic boutiques and Spanish brands to little artisan shops tucked down side streets, it’s perfect for a relaxed wander-and-browse afternoon — with plenty of stops for coffee (and wine!) along the way.

🌿 Space to slow down
Places like Parque de María Luisa or Jardines del Prado de San Sebastián are perfect for a slower pace and a bit of downtime (there's a lovely cocktail bar in Jardines del Prado de San Sebastián for a pit stop)

It’s stylish, vibrant, relaxed — and just so easy.

If you’re looking for a destination that gives you culture, food, sunshine, shopping and fun without the hassle… Seville is a perfect choice for a girls getaway.

Laura
Journeys Beyond the Ordinary 🌏

📩 Drop me a DM
📱 Call or WhatsApp on 01604 330010
📧 [email protected]

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