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𝟕 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐋𝐮𝐱𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥esWhy do so many people disregard the Seychelles as there is no direct flight? Some of the bes...
15/10/2026

𝟕 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐋𝐮𝐱𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥es

Why do so many people disregard the Seychelles as there is no direct flight? Some of the best places in the world take a little more effort to reach but wow is it worth it!

This is a great deal - call me for more details - it could be combined with another island. I’ve been to five let’s chat!

𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 £𝟐,𝟑𝟒𝟗 𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧
Breakfast Daily | Garden Villa

A secluded haven set in a tropical rainforest, 𝐍𝐢𝐯𝐚 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐳 𝐒𝐞𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐬 is a nature lover's dream.

Price includes:
✔ 7 nights in a Garden Villa
✔ Breakfast daily
✔ Return flights with Qatar Airways
✔ Private transfers

Highlights include:
✔ Saving up to 30% on accommodation
✔ Secluded haven set in a tropical rainforest
✔ Escape to a unique piece of paradise on the white sandy beaches of the Indian Ocean

Departure airports:
✔ 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 £𝟐,𝟑𝟒𝟗 𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧
Payable to If Only £2,313 per person | Payable in resort £36 per person
✔ 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 £𝟐,𝟔𝟖𝟗 𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧
Payable to If Only £2,653 per person | Payable in resort £36 per person
✔ 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 £𝟐,𝟖𝟏𝟗 𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧
Payable to If Only £2,783 per person | Payable in resort £36 per person

* Prices are per person and based on 2 adults sharing. Valid for stays until 24 Dec 2026 (blackout dates apply). Prices based on 11 Dec 2026 and are correct at time of publishing. Must be booked by 31 Oct 2026. Price includes airport taxes. Subject to availability. All flight inclusive holidays are ATOL protected. Price is inclusive of all mandatory local fees and taxes. Total price includes local fees payable in resort of SCR1400/GBP73 based on exchange rate of GBP1/SCR19.14. Exchange rate and local fee may fluctuate before arrival.
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐞𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐂𝐑 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐁𝐏𝟏/𝐒𝐂𝐑𝟏𝟗.𝟏𝟒 (𝐒𝐂𝐑𝟏𝟒𝟎𝟎)

BOURNEMOUTH, YOUR NEXT PORTUGUESE ESCAPE JUST GOT CLOSER 🇵🇹Porto is on the flight map for summer 2027, with Ryanair laun...
14/10/2026

BOURNEMOUTH, YOUR NEXT PORTUGUESE ESCAPE JUST GOT CLOSER 🇵🇹

Porto is on the flight map for summer 2027, with Ryanair launching twice-weekly flights from Bournemouth on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

A brilliant choice for a city break, Porto serves up historic streets, fantastic food and w**e, and a lively riverside scene. But it’s also the starting point for one of Europe’s most scenic river cruise experiences, along the Douro Valley’s vineyard-lined hillsides.

City break or river cruise? Porto gives you the best of both.

❄️ A MAGICAL FAMILY ESCAPE TO LAPLAND Experience the magic of Finnish Lapland with an unforgettable stay at Glass Resort...
13/10/2026

❄️ A MAGICAL FAMILY ESCAPE TO LAPLAND

Experience the magic of Finnish Lapland with an unforgettable stay at Glass Resort, where snowy Arctic landscapes, incredible adventures and the chance to see the Northern Lights await. 🦌

4 nights from £3,565 per adult and just £139 per child, sharing a Premium Glass Apartment, including a 3-course dinner.

Your Lapland adventure includes:
🌌 Northern Lights Experience – head out in search of the Aurora Borealis with a professional photographer, with photos, warm clothing, hot drinks and snacks included.

🦌 Reindeer Safari – visit an authentic reindeer farm, learn about these beautiful animals and even have the chance to feed them.

🐾 Husky Tour – take the reins on a 45-minute self-driven husky safari, followed by time meeting the huskies at the farm.

📅 Stays: 01–30 November 2026
✈️ Based on 2 adults and 1 child departing 14 November 2026 with Finnair.
Make this November one the whole family will remember. ✨

🌴 THE SEYCHELLES. I’VE BEEN SEVERAL TIMES AND I’D GO BACK TOMORROW.Some places stay with you, and the Seychelles is one ...
12/10/2026

🌴 THE SEYCHELLES. I’VE BEEN SEVERAL TIMES AND I’D GO BACK TOMORROW.

Some places stay with you, and the Seychelles is one of them. Beaches that barely look real, giant granite boulders, lush green islands and water in shades of turquoise you have to see to believe. Every time I visit, it blows me away.

And this is a lovely way to experience it.

✨ 7 NIGHTS IN THE SEYCHELLES FROM £2,349pp

Think barefoot luxury at Niva Labriz Seychelles, tucked away on the beautiful island of Silhouette, where tropical rainforest meets white-sand beaches and the Indian Ocean.

🌿 Seven nights in a Garden Villa
✈️ Return Qatar Airways flights
🥐 Breakfast every day
🚘 Private transfers

From £2,349pp from Edinburgh
London Heathrow from £2,689pp
Manchester from £2,819pp

Based on two adults sharing, departing 11 December 2026.

I love the Seychelles because it feels genuinely special without needing to do very much at all. Swim in that impossibly clear sea, explore the island, or simply find your own patch of paradise and stay there.

It’s one of my favourite destinations for a reason. Fancy seeing it for yourself? Get in touch and let’s make it happen.

Book by 31 October 2026. Subject to availability and other terms.

SAFARI IN STYLE: SIX INCREDIBLE AFRICAN LODGES 🐘Imagine waking up to the sounds of the African bush, watching elephants ...
11/10/2026

SAFARI IN STYLE: SIX INCREDIBLE AFRICAN LODGES 🐘

Imagine waking up to the sounds of the African bush, watching elephants wander past your suite or returning from a thrilling game drive to a beautiful lodge under the stars.

Africa’s safari lodges are destinations in their own right, combining extraordinary wildlife encounters with wonderful settings, exceptional hospitality and a real sense of being immersed in nature.

Here are six to put on your safari wish list:

🦒 Anderssons at Ongava, Namibia – A brilliant choice for a safari in Namibia, surrounded by extraordinary landscapes and wildlife.

🐘 Rockfig Safari Lodge, South Africa – A bush escape offering the chance to experience the magic of safari in beautiful surroundings.

🌿 Four Rivers, Botswana – For an immersive safari experience in one of Africa’s most exciting wildlife destinations.

🦏 Amakhala Safari Lodge, South Africa – A wonderful option for exploring the Eastern Cape’s wildlife and landscapes.

🌳 One&Only Nyungwe House, Rwanda – A luxurious forest retreat surrounded by tea plantations, with the chance to explore one of Africa’s remarkable chimpanzee habitats.

✨ The Last Word, South Africa – An intimate collection of boutique retreats offering a different take on a South African escape.

Whether you dream of tracking wildlife across open plains, exploring ancient forests or combining a safari with time on a beautiful beach, I can help create a tailor-made African adventure to remember.

Thinking about Africa? Let’s make it happen.

Beach & Mountain Luxury in Mauritius | 11-Night Twin-Centre Honeymoon with £1,342 Savings Per Couple Combine the unspoil...
10/10/2026

Beach & Mountain Luxury in Mauritius | 11-Night Twin-Centre Honeymoon with £1,342 Savings Per Couple

Combine the unspoilt natural beauty of southwest Mauritius with a classic beachfront honeymoon escape. Lakaz Chamarel offers an intimate eco-luxury retreat surrounded by lush hills and waterfalls, while Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa is renowned for its spacious ocean-view rooms, stunning sunsets and relaxed beachfront atmosphere, making this an ideal twin-centre honeymoon.

Lakaz Chamarel (4 nights) + Victoria for 2 Beachcomber Resort & Spa (7 nights)

• Couple Honeymoon | 11 Nights

• Departure: 21 February 2027

• Transfers in Mauritius

• Suite at Lakaz + Ocean View Room at Victoria

• Half Board at Lakaz Chamarel + Honeymoon Half Board at Victoria

• From £2,775 per person

Departure Airports (per person, based on 2 adults) (Ref: 537345)

London Gatwick £2,780| London Heathrow £2,810 | London Stansted £2,775 | Birmingham £2,850 | Manchester £2,857 | Newcastle £2,852 | Glasgow £2,936 | Edinburgh £3,468 | Dublin £3,028

Tourist Fee €3pppn payable locally

Total Holiday Cost

From £5,561 per couple

Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa Honeymoon Offer

• Enjoy an exclusive 30% Honeymoon Offer including Honeymoon Half Board, featuring:

• Sparkling w**e in your room on arrival

• Complimentary two-course lunch daily when staying on Half Board

• A signature Beachcomber Experience

Lakaz Chamarel Offer Details

• 15% discount on Suites, Garden Pool Suites, Sea View Pool Suites and Villas for a minimum stay of 3 nights.

• 20% discount on Suites, Garden Pool Suites, Sea View Pool Suites and Villas for a minimum stay of 4 nights, plus one complimentary Mauritian lunch per stay.

Offer Conditions

• Booking Window: 05 October 2026 – 05 November 2026

• Travel Period: 15 Feb 2027 – 15 March 2027 (excluding Prime Season)

• Applicable room categories as specified above

• Minimum stay requirements apply

• Offers are non-cumulative and cannot be combined with any other contracted or promotional offer.

WHAT IF YOUR NEXT HOLIDAY GAVE YOU SRI LANKA’S WILDLIFE… AND THE MALDIVES?Wake to ancient landscapes. Watch elephants ro...
06/10/2026

WHAT IF YOUR NEXT HOLIDAY GAVE YOU SRI LANKA’S WILDLIFE… AND THE MALDIVES?

Wake to ancient landscapes. Watch elephants roam in the wild. Sleep beneath the stars in luxury. Then finish with five blissful nights in your own Beach Pool Villa in the Maldives. 🐘🌿🏝️

✨ SRI LANKA & MALDIVES | 10 NIGHTS From £3,623.40pp*

🏯 Sigiriya | 2 nights
Cinnamon Lodge Habarana | Half Board
Explore Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle and the unforgettable Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

⛺ Gal Oya | 2 nights
Wild Glamping Gal Oya | Luxury Tent | Half Board
Slow things down in one of Sri Lanka’s quieter wilderness regions, surrounded by forest and nature.

🐘 Udawalawe | 1 night
Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort | Half Board
Head into elephant country for one of Sri Lanka’s classic wildlife experiences.

🏝️ Maldives | 5 nights
The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi | Beach Pool Villa | All Inclusive Your own pool. Direct beach access. Warm Indian Ocean waters. All-inclusive dining, minibar, yoga, kayaking, paddleboarding, bicycles and movies beneath the stars.

✈️ Included: SriLankan Airlines flights from Heathrow • 23kg baggage allowance (2 pieces) • private English-speaking chauffeur guide in Sri Lanka • Maldives domestic flights & speedboat transfers • airport taxes & surcharges.
📅 Travel May 2027 and book by: 31 October 2026. Early May is best!
🔖 Quote ref: 82171

Could you see yourself here?

Whether you want different dates, another departure airport, a longer stay or something completely personalised, this journey can be tailored around you.

✨ Ask for more details or let us create your personal quote.

*Price based on 2 adults sharing, departing London Heathrow on 10 May 2027. Advertised total includes the mandatory Maldives Green Tax, currently US$12 per person per night, payable locally. Exchange rate used: US$1 = £0.74. Prices are fluid and subject to availability and change prior to booking. Regional airport supplements may apply. This holiday is operated by Somak Luxury Travel.

04/10/2026

🇮🇸 ICELAND 2028 FROM BOURNEMOUTH – ON SALE NOW! 🇮🇸 👇

🚤 NO AIRPORT? NO PROBLEM! FIVE GREEK ISLANDS WORTH TAKING THE SLOW ROUTE FOR… I’ve just returned from Paxos ❤️Some of Gr...
04/10/2026

🚤 NO AIRPORT? NO PROBLEM! FIVE GREEK ISLANDS WORTH TAKING THE SLOW ROUTE FOR…

I’ve just returned from Paxos ❤️Some of Greece’s most beautiful islands have managed to keep their authentic charm for one simple reason: you can’t fly directly to them.

Reached only by ferry, these quieter gems are perfect for anyone who wants to escape the busier resorts and discover a different side of Greece. 💙

🎨 SYMI
Sail across from Rhodes and arrive at one of the prettiest harbours in Greece, with pastel-coloured mansions cascading down the hillside. Perfect for couples, photographers and anyone looking for traditional Greek charm.

🌿 SKOPELOS
The famous Mamma Mia! island, reached by ferry from Skiathos. Think pine-covered hills, peaceful beaches, beautiful churches and wonderfully laid-back island life.

💎 PAXOS
A tiny Ionian escape reached from Corfu, surrounded by crystal-clear water, hidden coves and gorgeous pebble beaches. Ideal for customers who enjoy boutique hotels, waterfront tavernas and a slower pace.

⚓ HALKI
Known as the Island of Peace, Halki is one of the smallest inhabited islands in the Dodecanese. Colourful harbour houses, virtually no traffic and a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere make it a perfect addition to a Rhodes holiday.

🤍 TINOS
A beautiful Cycladic island filled with whitewashed villages, winding lanes, traditional tavernas and secluded beaches. Easily combined with Mykonos for customers wanting a little glamour followed by a more authentic Greek escape.

Five beautiful Greek islands. Zero airports. Endless island-hopping possibilities. ⛴️☀️

So which of these hidden gems is still sitting firmly on your own wish list? 👇

Planning the perfect Greek island-hopping adventure? Call me as I work with a Greek specialist who will take care of the flights, ferries, transfers and accommodation. 💙

28/09/2026

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