Emma Hammond - Travel Counsellors

20/06/2026

18/06/2026

This is such great news as it will open up the long haul routes again.

17/06/2026

We've moved on to the next hotel which is Sala Phuket. Another stunning beachfront hotel with excellent food and fabulous staff. A lot of the rooms (mine included) have a private pool. The Sala Phuket also has a farm so the breakfast eggs are as fresh as they possibly can be

14/06/2026

I don't mind the early start when you know that the end destination is worth it. Talking of which anyone (other than my family) want to have a guess at where I'm going? First clue is that is more than 12 hours away and less than 20🤔

06/06/2026

Very short notice but I have to say I am tempted to take one of these trips myself.

🚢Last minute availabillity onboard Queen Victoria in the Mediterranea this June, now is the perfect oppertunity to escape for some well deserved sun 🚢

Queen Victoria: Central Mediterranean
⚓️ V611C
🛳 8 June 2026
🌙 7 nights
🗺 From £449pp with flights from £199pp on our Saver Fare with for an inside staterooon
Prices are subject to change, full terms and condtions can be found online

Queen Victoria: Italy, France and Italy
⚓️ V612A
🛳 15 June 2026
🌙 7 nights
🗺 From £499pp with flights for £299pp on our Saver Fare for an inside staterooon

Prices are subject to change, full terms and condtions can be found online

06/06/2026

Here's one for the cyclists amongst you.

𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗬𝗦 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗥 - 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗱: 𝗖𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗻𝗮𝗺 🇻🇳
𝟭𝟲 𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 £𝟮,𝟲𝟭𝟵𝗽𝗽

Includes all mandatory taxes and fees

𝗜𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆: Hanoi; Mai Chau; Ninh Binh; Hue; Hoi An; Quy Nhon; Nha Trang; Dalat; Phan Thiet; Ho Chi Minh City
𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗿𝘀…
• 🚴 Cycle through rice paddies and limestone karsts in Ninh Binh
• 🏡 Experience a traditional homestay in Mai Chau
• 🏯 Ride through Hue exploring imperial tombs and countryside
• 🌊 Follow Vietnam’s scenic coastal roads to Nha Trang
• 🤿 Swap cycling for snorkelling and fishing village visits

𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀:
• 1 night pre-tour in Hanoi & 1 night post-tour in Ho Chi Minh City
• 14 nights accommodation
• Selected meals throughout
• Guided tours and sightseeing
• Expert tour guide
• Transport and return international flights

📅 Valid for departure: 21 Jan 2027
👥 Based on two adults sharing
Solo supplement from £225pp
✈ Indirect flights from London Heathrow with Qatar Airways from £2,619pp
✈ Indirect flights from Manchester with Singapore Airlines from £2,789pp
✈ Indirect flights from Edinburgh with Qatar Airways from £2,839pp
✈ Indirect flights from Dublin with Etihad Airways from £2,719pp

05/06/2026

LATE DEAL - SPECIAL PRICE

✨ Domes Baobab Suites, Tenerife ✨

Looking for a chic Costa Adeje escape.

Think minimalist design, effortless glamour and suites made for proper switch-off time — including options with private pools for that extra “do not disturb” energy.

Start the day with breakfast that actually looks like afternoon tea, then choose your pace:

🎾 4 padel courts
🧘 Pilates and activities at the Activate Sports Club
🏋️ A gym with its own exclusive pool — because why not?
🍹 Fuel RestoBar for fresh juices and nutritious bites
☀️ Sophisticated poolside lounging for those who prefer their cardio to be lifting a cocktail

31/05/2026

31/05/2026

Living on the south coast means I get to experience lots of ship visits. I will be on MS Europa 2 which is a Hapag Lloyd ship. I'll do a post later after my visit

27/05/2026

✨ June 2026 ✨

🏠New Villa🏠

Step into Villa Ophelia Dort, a welcoming three-bedroom retreat tucked into the sun-drenched resort of Olu Deniz. From the moment you arrive, the glimmer of your private pool invites you to unwind in ultimate style.✨💙☀️

🏠Villa Ophelia Dort, Olu Deniz, Dalaman
🛌Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms
📅5th June 2026, 7 Nights

✨ Amazing Package Deals – Villa Ophelia Dort✨

✈️London Stansted £436 pp including villa, flights, luggage and accidental damage cover (based on max occupancy)
✈️London Luton £454 pp including villa, flights, luggage and accidental damage cover (based on max occupancy)
✈️Bristol £508 pp including villa, flights, luggage and accidental damage cover (based on max occupancy)
✈️Edinburgh £562 pp including villa, flights, luggage and accidental damage cover (based on max occupancy)
✈️Glasgow £585 pp including villa, flights, luggage and accidental damage cover (based on max occupancy)
✈️London Gatwick £601 pp including villa, flights, luggage and accidental damage cover (based on max occupancy)
✈️Manchester £639 pp including villa, flights, luggage and accidental damage cover (based on max occupancy)