Teresa Jones - Travel Counsellors

Teresa Jones - Travel Counsellors ATOL Protected - Part of award winning Travel Counsellors. Helping you book your dream holiday! All you need to do is pack.

Independent Travel Agent providing bespoke tailor made holiday options and offering the highest level of customer care. As I am independent there is no limitations on the selection of travel options, destinations & properties that I can offer you. I create personalised itineraries wherever you wish to visit in the world working with local partners who can provide unique insight into the destinatio

n you are visiting. Travel Counsellors offer a multi Award winning service, 100% Financial Protection and Personal Service. I will take the hassle out of your holiday from finding the perfect trip to suit you right down to checking you in for your flights. Tel 01636 870010
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And that’s a wrap on CLIA’s first ever Expedition Showcase in Svalbard.🛳️ - I’ve inspected 6 expedition ships - toured t...
21/07/2025

And that’s a wrap on CLIA’s first ever Expedition Showcase in Svalbard.

🛳️ - I’ve inspected 6 expedition ships - toured tens and tens of cabins, restaurants, spas, gyms, pools, mud rooms, observation decks, science centres and bridges.

🗺️- I’ve listened to numerous expert-lead presentations covering a multitude of expedition destinations - cold, warm and mild - from Antarctica to Indonesia and everywhere in between.

🐳 - I heard from an expedition leader who gave us a fascinating insight into the wildlife, birdlife, landscape, history and culture that you might encounter in the various destinations

📈- We were updated on the latest trends in expedition cruising which is the fastest growing sector in the cruise market and was up 22% in 2024 over 2023. Antarctica is still the leading destination followed by Svalbard, Greenland and Alaska. Warm weather cruising has seen the fastest growth of all and Galapagos is now a year round destination. Age ranges of passengers are falling and numbers of solo travellers are on the increase.

🔬8 expedition suppliers outlined their USPs be it their breadth of destinations, expedition toys, science centres and luxury on board. But all were clear that their expedition leaders were at the heart of their offering.

🐻‍❄️I had the chance to take a Longyearbyen tour and hear about the fascinating history of this most northerly populated town where the polar bear is king.

🐧 On a Svalbard coastal tour we managed to spot 4 Beluga whales, 1 Minke whale, a walrus and countless puffins, Guillemots, Fulmars and ice-bergs!❄️🐧🐧🐧

✍️ And I took 62 pages of notes!!

This has been an incredibly valuable conference. I’ve come away with so much information to enable me to guide my clients to find their perfect expedition and a also burning ambition to take my own expedition cruise so that I can spot the illusive polar bear!

If I’ve piqued your interest give me a call - I’d love to chat with you to help you decide if this might be your next adventure.

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🐻‍❄️ 01636 870010

Our home for the next 5 days is in Svalbard. I had to look at the map to find out where we were actually heading. Locate...
16/07/2025

Our home for the next 5 days is in Svalbard. I had to look at the map to find out where we were actually heading.

Located 850 miles north of Tromso and 818miles south of the North Pole, Svalbard is an archipelago of 9 islands and the gateway to the arctic wilderness where mighty glaciers float majestically amongst the grunting colonies of walrus, breaching whales and foraging reindeers, where birdlife swoop and the king of the arctic - the polar bear outnumbers the human population.

I’m excited to find out more about the place where the sun never quite sets in the summer months and barely rises in the winter.

This week I’m attending my most exciting conference yet (only in travel can the words conference and exciting ever appea...
16/07/2025

This week I’m attending my most exciting conference yet (only in travel can the words conference and exciting ever appear together).

A group of travel professionals are attending CLIA’s first ever Expedition Cruise conference in Svalbard on Norway’s northern archipelago.

We’re getting the chance to meet with dedicated expedition suppliers who travel to the remotest places on earth and have the chance to tour 6 of the ships that can take you there.

I’ll also be keeping a watchful eye out for 🐻‍❄️!

If expedition cruising is on your bucket list follow along to find out more.



🐻‍❄️ [email protected]
🐳 01636 870010

I’m thrilled to share that Travel Counsellors has reached an incredible milestone – 10,000 reviews on Trustpilot, with 9...
09/07/2025

I’m thrilled to share that Travel Counsellors has reached an incredible milestone – 10,000 reviews on Trustpilot, with 97% of them being 5-star ratings!
This achievement means the world to me, and it’s all thanks to you – my amazing customers. Your trust, loyalty, and kind words inspire me every day to keep delivering the personal, tailor-made travel experiences you deserve.
Thank you for your continued support, your reviews, and for letting me be part of your journey.
Here’s to the next 10,000 unforgettable adventures!

Not all ships are created equal and in the luxury cruise market some cruise liners turn the dial up just a little to bri...
16/06/2025

Not all ships are created equal and in the luxury cruise market some cruise liners turn the dial up just a little to bring you an ultra-luxury cruise experience. This is the absolute pinnacle of cruising where almost everything is included. In the world of ultra-luxury cruising, every detail is elevated to perfection.

🚢 Smaller, More Intimate Ships
With no more than 700 guests — and often as few as 100 — these ships offer a sense of exclusivity and tranquility that larger vessels simply can't match.

🛎️ All-Suite Accommodations
Think oceanview suites with private verandas — and a personal butler ready to tailor your voyage to your exact tastes.

👨‍✈️ Unmatched Service
Expect a nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, ensuring that every wish is anticipated and every moment is personalized.

🥂 All-Inclusive Luxury
From Michelin-level dining at specialty restaurants, to premium wines, spirits, and champagne, it’s all included — along with gratuities, Wi-Fi, and often even airfare, transfers, and curated shore excursions.

🏝️ Exquisite, Less-Travelled Destinations
Smaller ships can go where others can't — unlocking hidden harbors, secluded beaches, and culturally rich towns far from the crowds. Many also offer later stays in port to give you chance to experience evenings in the destination.

💎 Luxury vs. Ultra-Luxury?
The difference lies in the details — ship size, the breadth of inclusions, and the bespoke touches that transform a great cruise into something truly unforgettable. Truth is that both are utterly fabulous.

📍Stay tuned — next up, we explore the thrilling world of expedition cruising.

Let’s switch things up a little and take a dive into the luxury cruise market. The hugely expanded sector of luxury crui...
15/06/2025

Let’s switch things up a little and take a dive into the luxury cruise market.

The hugely expanded sector of luxury cruising lines is redefining the art of travel and is starting to attract those passengers previously loyal to luxury hotel brands. In fact those luxury hotel brands have even taken to the seas themselves with the likes of Four Season, Ritz Carlton and Belmond recently launching ships.

🛳️ Why Luxury Cruising?
These floating sanctuaries more akin to boutique hotels offer world-class cuisine crafted by Michelin-starred chefs, bespoke shore excursions, and butler service right down to your unpacking and laundry (Imagine coming home with a case full of clean pressed clothes?!).

👨‍✈️ Smaller Ships, Bigger Experiences
Unlike some of the mega-ships I’ve been focussing on these last few days, luxury liners prioritize space, privacy, and exclusivity. Think lavish suites with oceanfront balconies, serene spas, and guest-to-staff ratios that make you feel like you're the only one onboard. And, because of the smaller sizes of these ships, you’ll dock in more remote harbours and villages to really get you off the beaten track.

🍷 All-Inclusive, All Exceptional
Forget the extra fees. With many of the luxury cruise lines everything is included—from gourmet meals and premium drinks to shore adventures and gratuities and so often times these trips offer great value for many compared with 5* land based holidays.

🌍 Travel with Purpose
Following the pandemic our patterns of travel changed. People wanted to get more from their travels and to feel fully immersed in the destination. Many luxury cruises now offer programmes that take you to the heart of location – perhaps visiting a local market and coming back on board for a cookery lesson or private cultural immersions with local guides meeting local people and even the chance to give back with such programmes as coral reef replanting.

This is just a little taster of what makes luxury cruising so fabulous – but not all luxury ships are created equal, so keep following to find out what sets the luxury and ultra luxury market apart.

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I personally think that getting the right ship for you is almost more important than the destination you sail so I want ...
12/06/2025

I personally think that getting the right ship for you is almost more important than the destination you sail so I want to break cruising up into different sectors to help you find your ship starting with the family market.

For families cruising offers fun, relaxation, unforgettable memories and are fabulously all inclusive (in every sense).

🌊 Endless Adventures
Today’s mega cruise ships are floating playgrounds. Think rock climbing, zip lines, surf simulators, go-karting, ice skating, water slides and tots water parks even carousel rides. Teens can enjoy their own exclusive spaces and gaming lounges, while younger kids are cared for in fun clubs. For the grownups there are spas, gyms, running tracks, adult only areas, cookery lessons as well as night clubs and adult only bars.

🛳️ All-Inclusive, Stress-Free Travel
Cruises can be fabulous value for money based on full board and drinks can be added. No need to worry about booking multiple hotels or navigating unfamiliar cities. On a cruise, everything you need is right at your fingertips—accommodation, meals, entertainment, and activities—all bundled into one convenient package.
🌍 Explore the World Together
Cruising offers the unique opportunity to visit multiple destinations in one trip. Whether you want to visit the ruins of Pompeii or check out the gelato in Amalfi or maybe you want to snorkel in the Caribbean or swim with pigs. Each port of call brings new adventures that you can tailor to your own family.

🎭 Evening Entertainment for All Ages
After a day exploring it’s great to get back to the ship and chose your restaurant and your night’s entertainment. With West End style shows, live music, themed parties, Cirque du Soleil style aqua shows and Ice dance performances - even fireworks displays, there's something for everyone at no extra cost.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for Multi-Generational Travel
Cruising is an ideal choice for families traveling together. With activities and amenities catering to all age groups, everyone can enjoy quality time together or have their own space to relax and recharge.
Take a look at some of the fabulous ships perfect for families.

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Cruising can be very marmite, but the truth is that most anti cruisers have never stepped foot on a ship before. An asto...
11/06/2025

Cruising can be very marmite, but the truth is that most anti cruisers have never stepped foot on a ship before. An astonishing 80%+ of first time cruisers say they would cruise again. That was me back in 2020 when I took my first cruise, a very exotic itinerary from Southampton to Portsmouth and back again! I had previously vowed I would never step foot on a ship, but to help my new business I wanted to give it a try and was immediately hooked.

So, let’s bust some myths:

🧠 Cruises Are Only for Retirees
The average age of a cruise passenger has dropped to 55 (down from 66 in 2019). This varies across cruise lines, but cruises cater to every age group -from family-friendly ships to adult only ships to expedition ships to ultra luxury ships to river ships.

💸 Cruises Are Expensive
Cruises offer incredible value. A basic fare includes accommodations, meals, entertainment, and transportation to multiple destinations! Compare that to booking flights, hotels, and dinners and entertainmement for all separately cruising often saves you money.

🌊 I’ll Be Seasick the Whole Time
Today’s cruise ships have advanced stabilizers that minimize motion. If this is something that you are really worried about chose your destination and time of year carefully and be sure to secure a cabin in the middle of the ship. Plus, there are great remedies on board just in case.

🥱 I’ll Be Bored
Boredom on a cruise is impossible. Cruises are packed with activities – West End shows, live entertainment, comedians, expert speakers, kids’ entertainment, pools, waterparks, spas, gyms, excursions, cooking classes, bars, casinos, and more. And when you have had enough activity you can just sit back and watch the world go by as you sail off to new lands.

🍴 The Food is Just Buffet Style
While all ships will offer a buffet choice, there will also be a host of other options: steakhouses, sushi bars, coffee shops, pizzerias, animated eateries and snack bars. Some are even Michelin-star chef curated!

🚢 Cruises Are Too Crowded
Ships come in all shapes and sizes. The world’s biggest ship takes 7600 passengers but smaller ships cater for 150. Whatever ship you are on there are plenty of quiet nooks, private balconies and adult-only areas to squirrel away in.

Stay tuned over the next few days whilst I take you through the world of cruising and let me help you find your perfect ship.

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Dreaming of adventure without the hustle and bustle? Off-season travel is your golden ticket. Here are five unforgettabl...
05/05/2025

Dreaming of adventure without the hustle and bustle? Off-season travel is your golden ticket. Here are five unforgettable destinations that shine even brighter when you visit a little differently.

From the charming streets of Granada to the lush landscapes and quieter beach days in Australia’s Tropical North, you can create your own magical travel moments without following the pack.🌍✈️ Get in touch with me today to find out more.

🌏 Inspired by the new series of Race Across the World? Here’s your chance to experience the adventure of a lifetime! Em...
04/05/2025

🌏 Inspired by the new series of Race Across the World? Here’s your chance to experience the adventure of a lifetime!

Embark on a 15-day journey through the breathtaking landscapes of India and Nepal. From ancient landmarks to vibrant culture, here’s what’s in store for you:

🕌 India Highlights
New Delhi’s Humayun's Tomb
The majestic Agra Fort & iconic Taj Mahal
Jaipur, the Pink City

✈️ Nepal Magic
A once-in-a-lifetime Everest flight
Kathmandu’s Durbar Square & Swayambhunath
Wildlife wonders at Chitwan National Park
Serene escapades in Pokhara

Your trip includes luxury stays at iconic hotels like Le Meridien New Delhi, Jagatpur Lodge, and Temple Tree Resort, return flights from London, internal flights, and curated excursions.

With every detail taken care of, just pack your bags and get ready to make unforgettable memories in two of the world’s most magical destinations!

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✨ If you’re looking for a holiday that combines thrilling adventures with mouth-watering meals then look no further! Boo...
29/04/2025

✨ If you’re looking for a holiday that combines thrilling adventures with mouth-watering meals then look no further! Book your 2026 _Walt Disney World_ Resort stay with me by 5th November 2025 and enjoy these magical extras:

🎉Free Dining & Drinks*

🎉 _Disney 14-Day Magic_ Ticket for the price of 7
To make it even sweeter, book with me by 1st July and you’ll save £200 per booking! Don’t miss out on the magic! Contact me today to start planning your magical getaway. ✨

©️ 2025 Disney. All Rights Reserved. *T&Cs Apply. On selected arrivals and packages at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Excludes gratuities.

And here are just a few of the fabulous offers I have for Uniworld.Give me a call for more details.🍷Teresa.jones@mytc.co...
28/03/2025

And here are just a few of the fabulous offers I have for Uniworld.

Give me a call for more details.

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🥂01636 870010

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