Michelle Gessey - Designer Travel

Michelle Gessey - Designer Travel Book with confidence, with an experienced independent Professional Travel Expert and a multi award winning company🏆
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Hi, I am Michelle, an independent personal travel advisor. Over the past 32 years I have been fortunate enough to travel to some amazing places all round the world, which has enabled me to pass on my first hand experience and knowledge of many destinations. I love nothing more than spending time finding customers their perfect holidays and I aim to provide a personal and bespoke service by matchin

g individual travel requirements to the right travel products. Everything from family holidays, couples only, cruises, independent travelling, city breaks, luxury travel, staycations and much more. After studying travel & tourism at college I pursued my dream and joined the travel industry, where I stayed for 21 years working mainly in the conference and incentive and business travel sector. After taking a break to raise our 3 lovely children I am so excited to be back in the industry I love and on this new exciting journey with an amazing team at Designer Travel. My children have also travelled extensively since they were 3 months old, and already have been to some pretty amazing destinations from hotels and villas in Spain, Cyprus, Portugal and Greece, to all inclusive in Maldives, Mauritius and extensively around the Caribbean. I also have a wealth of personal experience of travelling with children with autism, ADHD and additional needs. Some of my personal travel highlights so far include:-

Staying at Tiger Tops Jungle lodge and bathing the baby elephants
Swimming with the manta rays in the Maldives
Renewing our wedding vows on the beach in St Vincent & the Grenadines
Feeding the orphaned orangutans in Borneo
Seeing in the new Millennium on South Beach Miami
Exploring the Vatican City
Partaking in a charity fun run over the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco
Magical Christmas adventures with the children in Lapland
Driving through the Stellenbosch winelands and sampling some amazing wines. Dining at the Cotton House on the island of Mustique. So many amazing and beautiful places so far, and yet I still have an evergrowing bucketlist of destinations! Designer Travel was established in 2008 and is an award winning accredited body member of Hays Travel Independent Group, and offers full financial protection with both ABTA and ATOL bonding. We have access to over 400 tour operators and suppliers enabling me to provide the best solution for every travel enquiry. I will be promoting lots of travel deals and inspiration on here, of which dates and airports can be altered to suit individual requirements. So why don't you let me take the stress out of planning your next adventures. Look forward to speaking with you soon.

5* Dubai All Inclusive - May Half TermFamily of 4 from £4299Located on the pristine shores of Jumeirah Beach, the Sherat...
03/09/2025

5* Dubai All Inclusive - May Half Term
Family of 4 from £4299

Located on the pristine shores of Jumeirah Beach, the Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort is a luxurious beach resort nestled amidst 10,000 sqm of beautiful gardens adorned with palm trees. It provides convenient access to Jumeirah Beach, and Dubai Marina as well as transportation options to easily explore this vibrant city.

This 5-star resort provides an extensive selection of activities to cater to all interests and ages such as thrilling water sports, a dedicated kids' club, and various sports facilities to keep everyone active and entertained. Indulge in a wide range of dining options from fine Indian flavours at Chilli and Chutney, and exquisite Chinese dishes at Peacock Restaurant or Al Hadiqa Restaurant offering a delightful culinary experience with a focus on Middle Eastern cuisine.

Price based on 2 adults and 2 kids (2-11) sharing a Deluxe JBR View Double for 5 nights on All Inclusive basis. Transfers included. Departs 25th May 26.

✈️Gatwick from £4299
✈️Birmingham from £4499
✈️Manchester from £4699
✈️Newcastle from £4999

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A fantastic evening last night with EasyJet holidays 🧡 Talking all things THB Hotels, Melia Hotels Cape Verde, Zafiro H...
03/09/2025

A fantastic evening last night with EasyJet holidays 🧡 Talking all things THB Hotels, Melia Hotels Cape Verde, Zafiro Hotels, JAAL Riad Resort Marrakech and Martinhal Hotels 🤓 Of course spent with some of our lovely Midlands dream team too who all bought a touch of orange to the event 💜💚

💎Ikos Odisia, Corfu Luxury7 nights All Inclusive from £1499ppCall off the search, you’ve found the five-star island retr...
02/09/2025

💎Ikos Odisia, Corfu Luxury
7 nights All Inclusive from £1499pp

Call off the search, you’ve found the five-star island retreat you’ve been searching for. Ikos Odisia is not just your ordinary brand of all-inclusive resort, either. No, this place deals in Unconditional Luxury, where virtually everything is included, and virtually nothing is too much trouble. Sound good?

The location is a real winner in our book, too. Sitting pretty amongst the pine trees and citrus groves on the east coast of Corfu, you’ll have a front-row seat to the deep blue of the Ionian Sea. Holidays here are equal parts serene retreat and Greek island adventure – whether you’re kicking back by one of 10 pools followed by a stint in the spa, or biking through the surrounding woodland and paddle boarding off the beach.

We haven’t even mentioned the menus from Michelin-starred chefs or the signature cocktails yet. So much to shout about, so little time. Just trust us when we say this is a holiday that delivers in spades.

Price based on 2 sharing a Superior Double Room with Garden View for 7 nights on All Inclusive Plus. Private transfers and luggage allowance included.

✈️Gatwick 23rd Apr 26 from £1499pp
✈️Luton 24th Apr 26 from £1559pp
✈️Newcastle 24th Apr 26 from £1599pp
✈️Liverpool 26th Apr 26 from £1639pp
✈️Manchester 25th Apr 26 from £1669pp
✈️Edinburgh 30th Apr 26 from £1839pp
✈️Birmingham 3rd May 26 from £1859pp

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Ultra Luxury Villa with Private PoolFamily of 6 from £7999 - August 26Luxury villas on a five-star site with private poo...
01/09/2025

Ultra Luxury Villa with Private Pool
Family of 6 from £7999 - August 26

Luxury villas on a five-star site with private pools, kids' club, and wine cellar. Welcome to the Landmark Villas, Rhodes.

If you're looking for the style of a swanky villa, but don't want to give up the service a luxury hotel brings, you've come to the right place. Set against the lush backdrop of a centuries-old olive grove, this sun-soaked Rhodian retreat is brand-spanking-new for 2026, and made for those who like their five-star stays with a dollop of charm.

Think private pools, a sprawling main pool, and a spa where ancient olive oil remedies work their magic. At the Attavyros Cave, the hotels wine cellar, Greek Wine and Sommelier master classes take place, giving you the chance to taste, learn and buy. While that’s going on, little ones can head to the nature-inspired kids’ club, where they can play for hours. Theres fun activities for all, including a climbing wall and table tennis.

Dining-wise, you’re covered from lazy breakfasts in your villa to alfresco bites at the poolside Cymino. Sip fresh-brewed coffee at Coriandolino or toast to sunset with a glass of local wine in the Attavyros cave.

Price based on 4 adults and 2 kids (2-15) sharing a Deluxe Three Bedroom Villa with Private Pool for 7 nights on BB basis. Transfers and luggage allowance included.

✈️Gatwick 27th Aug 26 from £7999
✈️Luton 27th Aug 26 from £7999
✈️Edinburgh 24th Aug 26 from £8099
✈️Manchester 27th Aug 26 from £8399
✈️Newcastle 25th Aug 26 from £8699
✈️Birmingham 25th Aug 26 from £8999

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Adult Only Egypt Getaway7 nights from £478ppAs cool hotels go, this one is right up there!In the resort of El Gouna, wit...
31/08/2025

Adult Only Egypt Getaway
7 nights from £478pp

As cool hotels go, this one is right up there!
In the resort of El Gouna, with its sandy beaches and saltwater lagoons, you’ll find Cook’s Club. This boho-chic adults-only hotel has everything you need for a lively holiday – think buzzing parties, poolside DJ sets, and plenty of places to kick back and lounge about. The hotel is also within walking distance of Downtown El Gouna, where you can dip into the town's vibrant nightlife.

Stays here revolve around the pool – grab a sun lounger on the poolside deck overlooking the hotel's private saltwater lagoon, and chill out to the soundtrack provided by the DJ. Once a week you’ll also get to let your hair down at the late-night pool party. There’s plenty to keep you active here, too.

For drinks, the Captain Cook Bar has got you covered – expect a menu of innovative cocktails and drinks that're handcrafted by the bar staff.

Price based on 2 adults sharing a Standard Double Room with Garden View and French Balcony for 7 nights on BB. Transfers and luggage allowance included.

✈️Luton 3rd Dec 25 from £478pp
✈️Gatwick 5th Dec 25 from £496pp
✈️Birmingham 10th Dec 25 from £499pp
✈️Bristol 10th Dec 25 from £499pp
✈️Edinburgh 9th Dec 25 from £529pp
✈️Liverpool 9th Dec 25 from £529pp

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5* Corfu without the price tag!7 nights Half Board from £659pp🐢Includes Adopt a Turtle Donation!The adults-only Atlantic...
30/08/2025

5* Corfu without the price tag!
7 nights Half Board from £659pp

🐢Includes Adopt a Turtle Donation!
The adults-only Atlantica Grand Mediterraneo Resort pairs a swanky look with a cliffside setting and stellar sea views.

This place has its own funicular lift that takes you down to a seafront restaurant and bar. There are two more places to eat, as well – one's a gourmet Italian à la carte, and the other’s a buffet spot. As for the pool, it's split into two levels and is broken up by a decked boardwalk.

The setting here is peaceful and picturesque – you're whisked away to a small cove surrounded by eucalyptus trees on Corfu’s west coast. There’s a sand-and-shingle beach, and just a few steps away, you’ll find Greek tavernas and holiday essentials.

With your symbolic adoption you are protecting endangered turtles and their nesting sites worldwide under the TUI Care Foundation’s Turtle Aid programme. The Turtle Aid programme protects endangered and vulnerable sea turtles, especially around nesting beaches.

Price based on 2 adults sharing a Double Room with Limited Sea View for 7 nights on Half Board basis. Transfers and luggage allowance included.

✈️Gatwick 1st May 26 from £659pp
✈️Birmingham 1st May 26 from £699pp
✈️Manchester 4th May 26 from £709pp
✈️Newcastle 4th May 26 from £749pp

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✨️Have you entered our latest "Behind the Scenes" Magazine competition yet?✨️This month, you could WIN a John Lewis Summ...
30/08/2025

✨️Have you entered our latest "Behind the Scenes" Magazine competition yet?✨️

This month, you could WIN a John Lewis Summer Heroes Beauty Box-the perfect treat!

The answer is hidden in our Sustainability Feature, where we shine a spotlight on Spain’s hidden gems.

Don’t miss your chance, enter today!

The link to our latest magazine is in the comments.

Not subscribed yet? 📩 Simply drop me a nessage and I’ll add you to our newsletters & magazine database - it’s the best way to stay inspired and have first access to exclusive offers !

Good luck! 🍀

💎Looking for your next luxury Cornwall holiday?Then let me introduce you to Cornish Gems!Cornish Gems, proudly independe...
29/08/2025

💎Looking for your next luxury Cornwall holiday?
Then let me introduce you to Cornish Gems!

Cornish Gems, proudly independent and B-Corp accredited, offers exclusively available holiday homes across Cornwall - from intimate rural boltholes with hot tubs to grand coastal retreats with pools, private spas, and cinema rooms, and I'm proud to share that I can now book their stunning properties for you!

Every stay can be enhanced with curated local experiences, from private boat charters and walking tours to at-home massages and private chefs, ensuring each escape is truly unforgettable.

With deep local knowledge, community connections, and expert recommendations, Cornish Gems provides the ultimate curated Cornish experience, putting guests in the best company for a luxury getaway by the sea.

So what are you waiting for? Get in touch with me now!

28/08/2025

🎄⛷️ Anyone fancy Christmas on the Slopes this year?? ⛷️🎄

Looking for the perfect family ski holiday this festive season? Hotel des Deux Domaines in Belle Plagne combines slopes just a snowball’s throw away with cosy comfort, festive fun, and activities for all ages!

About Hotel des Deux Domaines
✔️ Ski-in, ski-out location & less than 300m to the resort centre
✔️ Onsite wellness area with indoor pool, sauna & hammam 🧖‍♀️
✔️ Wine & fruit juice included with dinner 🍷
✔️ Expert on-holiday support from our Destination Team

Family Fun for All Ages
👶 Baby Club (18m–3yrs) – Half-day sessions, pre-booked locally
🧒 Kids Club (4–10yrs) – Games, snowball fights, challenges & evening entertainment
🧑‍🎓 Teens Club (11–17yrs) – PlayStation, VR, board games & outdoor activities during French school holidays

✨ Festive Extras
Meet mascots Frizy & Mo
Make new friends in lively animation teams
Fun workshops and snow activities

(Based on 20 Dec 25, 7 nights, Half Board, 2 adults + 2 children, age 10)

✈️ Gatwick – £1,672.50pp
✈️ Manchester – £1,771.50pp
✈️ Bristol – £1,911.50pp
✈️ Birmingham – £1,901.50pp

Also available from: Belfast Int., Bournemouth, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Glasgow Int., Leeds Bradford, Liverpool, London Heathrow, London Luton, London St Pancras, London Stansted, Newcastle & Southampton

For more information contact me on
☎️01676 233104 / 07812 120690
📲message me or email me 📧[email protected]
www.designertravel.co.uk/michellegessey

Book with confidence, with an experienced independent travel agent and a multi award winning company🏆 🌐ABTA & ATOL🌐

Barceló Coconut Island, Thailand10 nights from £1399ppThe 5-star Barceló Coconut Island is a unique beach resort located...
28/08/2025

Barceló Coconut Island, Thailand
10 nights from £1399pp

The 5-star Barceló Coconut Island is a unique beach resort located on the pristine Coconut Island, a short distance from the east coast of Phuket. The atmosphere of this resort perfectly reflects the exotic and adventurous essence of Thailand, and guests will be enchanted by the warm and genuine hospitality provided by the team.

Offering world-class accommodations, food and beverage offerings, and activities, Barceló Coconut Island is the perfect location for a relaxing break.

💎Hotel Highlights
- The only beachfront hotel on the island hidden in lush foliage and palm trees.
- Stunning pools complete with waterslides
- Delish dining from Asian cuisine to Italian specialities
- A tonne of water sports on offer from water-skiing to canoeing.
- An on-site spa where you can treat yourself to a traditional Thai massage.

Price based on 2 adults sharing a LUX suite on BB basis for 10 nights. Private transfers included. Departs 30th April 2026.

✈️Heathrow from £1399pp
✈️Manchester from £1485pp
✈️Birmingham from £1479pp
✈️Newcastle from £1699pp

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Discover Negros Island, Phillipines9 day tour from £2899ppPerfect for curious travellers, this relaxed yet enriching iti...
27/08/2025

Discover Negros Island, Phillipines
9 day tour from £2899pp

Perfect for curious travellers, this relaxed yet enriching itinerary offers a deeper look at the Philippines through the lens of Negros Island. While the area is world-renowned among divers for its exceptional marine biodiversity, it’s just as rewarding for snorkellers and nature lovers seeking vibrant coral reefs and calm, clear waters.

Ideal for those who enjoy the outdoors, value authentic cultural experiences, and prefer to explore at a gentle pace, this journey blends nature, culture, and time to unwind in one of the country’s most underrated regions.

You'll stay 1 night at the Belmont Manila and 7 nights at the Atmosphere Resort and Spa

Price based on 2 sharing accommodation for 8 nights on variable board basis. Departs 1st Jun 2026 from Heathrow.

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✨️🇪🇸5* Menorca from £599pp🇪🇸✨️Book 2026 now with £60pp depositThis sleek and stylish hotel ticks all of the luxury holid...
26/08/2025

✨️🇪🇸5* Menorca from £599pp🇪🇸✨️
Book 2026 now with £60pp deposit

This sleek and stylish hotel ticks all of the luxury holiday boxes, starting with a jaw-dropping location directly on Cala Galdana beach – an arc of white sand that curves around a turquoise cove, and one of the prettiest spots on the island.

All rooms come with balconies and are decorated in contemporary style with a minimalist palette of white and neutrals that allows the views to be the stars. The fully equipped gym and first-class service amp up the high-end experience. Dialling up the luxe factor even further is the hotel’s chic private beachfront club where you’ll find a restaurant, bar, solarium and adults-only infinity pool (exclusively for The Level guests), complete with pool concierge.

Discerning travellers will enjoy the diverse choice of beautifully designed restaurants serving Mediterranean and international dishes, the fantastic breakfast buffet and the dinner buffet that changes nightly. There’s also room service for those times when you just want to stay in.

However, you spend your time at Meliá Cala Galdana, you’re assured an unforgettable holiday in one of the most beautiful locations in the Balearics.

Price based on 2 adults sharing a Double Room for 7 nights on BB. Transfers and luggage allowance included.

✈️Gatwick 6th May 26 from £599pp
✈️Luton 8th May 26 from £599pp
✈️Bristol 7th May 26 from £619pp
✈️Manchester 6th May 26 from £629pp

For more information contact me on
☎️01676 233104 / 07812 120690
📲message me or email me 📧[email protected]
www.designertravel.co.uk/michellegessey

Book with confidence, with an experienced independent travel agent and a multi award winning company🏆 🌐ABTA & ATOL🌐

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