Gilly Bachelor Travel Expert

27/08/2025

🎙️BIG NEWS!🎙️

Our very own Gilly Bachelor was featured on The Independent Travel Podcast with Simon Calder yesterday, talking all about the joy of going solo – especially as a woman. 💪🌍

And the timing couldn’t be more perfect… TOMORROW we’re hosting Brewood's first No Stopping Her event, created to inspire and support women ready to embrace solo travel and explore the world on their own terms. ✨

🎧 Catch the podcast episode here: https://shows.acast.com/green-list-travel-with-simon-calder-and-the-independent/episodes/august-27th-going-solo-how-travelling-on-your-own-can-be-a-j

26/08/2025

✨ What a day!

Today I had the privilege of joining a roundtable debate on TRT World about the new Entry Exit System (EES) launching this October and what it means for travellers heading to EU/Schengen countries.

You can read more about the new Entry Exit System in my blog here: https://gillybachelortravelexpert.co.uk/eu-confirms-october-rollout-for-biometric-boarder-checks-ees-etias-fee-hike/

The discussion was hosted by international news presenter Enda Brady, and I was honoured to share the panel with two icons of the travel industry — Simon Calder, legendary travel journalist and broadcaster, and Sean Tipton from ABTA.

And as if that wasn’t enough, the day got even better when I recorded a podcast with Simon Calder all about No Stopping Her — our travel brand dedicated to supporting and inspiring women to travel solo https://nostoppingher.com talking about our event on Thursday!

And of course, I’ll be sharing the debate and podcast with you as soon as they go live!

A whirlwind of a day, but one I’ll never forget.

26/08/2025

Lovely words from our clients who went to Spain 🇪🇸🌴

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📩 Ready to plan your next adventure? Get in touch today!

26/08/2025

✈️ Flight Seat Allocations – Worth the Cost?

Bri and I are off to the Maldives in November and we’re lucky enough to be flying Business Class with Qatar Airways - in this video I share my experience flying with them on my previous trip!

Like many of our clients, I found myself debating whether to pay to pre-allocate our seats.

Here’s the reality: because our flights are indirect (via Doha), we had to pay for eight separate seat allocations. The total? £511.16.

Now, we like to sit in the middle two seats together — but unless I paid to secure them, there’s a real chance we’d be seated apart. For some travellers that’s fine, but for many it would make for a stressful start to their holiday.
It’s important to know these charges aren’t set by us as agents. They’re charged directly by the airline, and you don’t have to pay them — you will always be assigned seats at check-in for free. But if sitting together matters, especially on long-haul flights, my honest advice is to budget for these fees in the total cost of your holiday.

23/08/2025

Joining us on Thursday?

22/08/2025

🎉 Off to Dorset with Brian and Daisy on 1st Sept🐶✨

Just a heads-up — I’ll be out of the office from 1st–4th September, taking a proper little break and celebrating my birthday! 🎂💛

I was in Devon earlier this month — it was absolutely stunning, but I ended up working more than I’d expected, dealing with flight cancellations and supporting a client who was taken ill on holiday, it couldn't be helped and it's all part of our service!

Stephanie will be in the office as usual, and of course I’m always on hand for any genuine emergencies. Everything else I’ll catch up on when I’m back.

Here’s to family time, a bit of adventure, and maybe a slice (or two) of birthday cake… 😘

21/08/2025

🎉 Huge congratulations to Rhianna! From GCSEs to A-Levels and now onto university 🎓✨
She’s grown so much with our team, and while we’ll miss her, we couldn’t be prouder. 💜
Read her inspiring journey here 👉 https://loom.ly/6vY6G38

20/08/2025

✨ AI is clever, but it won’t fight your corner when your flight’s cancelled ✨

Sure, it’s fun to ask a chatbot where’s sunny in December ☀️ or which foodie city to visit 🍝… but when it comes to the real stuff—booking seats for little ones, navigating ever-changing entry rules, or handling last-minute chaos—AI often gets it wrong (and the mistakes can be costly 💸).

That’s where I come in. After just one chat, I can create something truly special—often adding in touches you didn’t even know you wanted. I’m there when plans shift, when airlines strike, when you need calm in the middle of the storm.

Because holidays aren’t just about ideas. They’re about memories made stress-free—and that takes the human touch. 💛✈️

Read more about it here https://loom.ly/L7_pTJ4

Ready for your next adventure? Let’s chat.

AI seems to be everywhere at the moment, doesn’t it? But can it replace humans when it comes to planning and managing intricate holidays?

20/08/2025

A personal note from me, Gilly Bachelor ✨

Back in March this year, Katrina Lowes and I officially launched No Stopping Her Travel. We’d both been talking for a long time about how many women dream of travelling solo, but something — whether it’s confidence, safety worries, or just not knowing where to start — always seems to hold them back. We knew we wanted to create a brand and a community that encourages, supports, and inspires women to take those first steps.

We had our very first meet-up in London this June, and the energy around the table was incredible. Women from all walks of life came together to share stories, ask questions, and cheer each other on.

Now, I’m so delighted to share with you that our next solos meet-up will be on Wednesday 28th August at 7pm in Brewood (ST19 9LT) — and even better, our co-founder Katrina will be joining us in person. Katrina has been travelling solo for over 30 years, and believe me, she has some brilliant (and very funny!) stories, practical tips and hard-earned wisdom to share.

If you’ve ever thought about travelling solo, or you know someone who needs a nudge of encouragement, this evening is for you. Come along, connect with like-minded women, and leave feeling inspired to start your own adventure.

I’d love to see you there 💕

19/08/2025

Lovely words from our clients who are going to Thailand 🌴

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18/08/2025

Can't wait until we're all finished!