Firecrest Travel

28/05/2026

✨ Time to switch off and reset

Step away from the noise and into five days of calm on Portugal’s stunning coastline.

🧘‍♀️ Daily yoga and meditation to restore balance
🌊 Coastal walks and time to explore at your own pace
🥗 Nourishing vegetarian cuisine made from fresh local produce
🌿 Space to slow down, reflect and reconnect
Set near the beautiful landscapes of Sintra, this retreat is more than just a getaway, it’s time for yourself, with the freedom to do as much or as little as you need.
📅 Available year-round (Monday–Saturday stays)

💷 From £1,237pp

What’s included:
✔️ 5 nights accommodation
✔️ Daily yoga and guided meditation sessions
✔️ Healthy breakfasts, lunches & dinners
✔️ Cooking workshop & sound journey
✔️ Life coaching session

ℹ️ Price based on 2 adults sharing. Flights & transfers not included. Local taxes may apply, payable locally. Approx EUR 2 pppn. Prices correct at time of publication & subject to availability.

If you’re looking for a slower, more restorative style of travel, I’d be very happy to help you see whether this retreat could be the right fit for you.

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21/05/2026

Norway, beyond the usual

This isn’t just a journey from Oslo to Bergen, it’s a week of unforgettable landscapes and experiences.

🚴 Cycle down mountain roads from Norway’s highest railway
🚢 Cruise through the dramatic Sognefjord
🥾 Hike historic trails and hidden landscapes
🏙 Discover Oslo & Bergen with local guides

From scenic train journeys and fjord cruises to hikes, bike rides and local encounters, this is Norway at its most immersive.

📅 19 June 2026 | 6 nights
✈️ Heathrow/Edinburgh from £3,649pp
✈️ Manchester from £3,729pp

What’s included:
✔️ Flights from UK to Oslo & Bergen to UK
✔️ 6 nights accommodation with breakfast
✔️ Train, ferry and all transfers
✔️ Bike hire and guided hikes
✔️ Oslo & Bergen walking tours with local guides
✔️ Food and beer experience in a traditional Viking-style pub

ℹ️ Prices based on 2 adults sharing. Mandatory fees and taxes are included. Prices correct at time of publication and subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.
📲 This is a private tour

If you’re looking for a more active and experience-led way to explore Norway, I’d be very happy to help you see whether this journey could be the right fit for you.

📩 [email protected]

17/05/2026

❄️🌿 Wellness, the Arctic way

Sometimes the best reset is found in nature.
Imagine this… sitting in a lakeside sauna, looking out over frozen wilderness, before stepping into crisp Arctic air and taking an invigorating dip in icy water. Then straight back into the warmth of the sauna or whirlpool bath. Pure switch-off.

✨ 4 Night Aurora Adventure in Lapland
🧖‍♀️ Lakeside sauna & whirlpool bath experience
❄️ Ice swimming for a refreshing reset
🌌 Northern Lights under dark Arctic skies
🐾 Husky safari & snowmobile adventure

📅 January 2027 departures
✈️ 13 Jan from Gatwick (direct)
✈️ 14 Jan from Edinburgh/Manchester (indirect)

💷 Family of 4 from £2,099pp | Couples from £2,875pp

What’s included:

✔️ Return flights to Rovaniemi
✔️ 4 nights accommodation on a full board basis
✔️ Private return airport transfers
✔️ Husky safari experience
✔️ Snowmobile adventure
✔️ Northern Lights hunting by car
✔️ Lakeside sauna experience
✔️ Snowsuits and snow boots

ℹ️ No mandatory fees payable in resort. Prices correct at time of publication and subject to availability.

Thinking about a different kind of winter escape? I can help you compare Lapland options and find the right trip for your travel style and budget.

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16/05/2026

❄️ Bucket List Christmas in Lapland - hot off the press!

🐾 Husky safari through snowy forests
🎅 Private family visit to meet Santa
🛷 Reindeer sleigh ride and cultural experiences
❄️ Snowmobiling across frozen lakes

This is the Arctic Christmas experience done properly, magical, immersive and unforgettable for both kids and adults.

📅 13 Dec 2026 - Manchester from £1,589pp
📅 14 Dec 2026 - Heathrow from £1,649pp

What’s included:

✔️ 3 nights accommodation in Wilderness Room (upgrade to Glass Suite from £182pp)
✔️ Full board dining
✔️ Return flights to Kittila & airport transfers
✔️ Husky safari, reindeer sleigh ride & snowmobiling
✔️ Private Santa experience with snow activities
✔️ Winter clothing for the duration of your stay

If you’ve been dreaming of a truly magical family Christmas experience, I’d be very happy to help you explore whether Lapland could be the perfect festive adventure for you.

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14/05/2026

Today I wanted to share the latest version of Explorer Magazine, packed with inspiring journeys across the world, from the snowy landscapes of Finland to the dramatic scenery of New Zealand.

Escorted tours have changed enormously over the years. The best journeys offer knowledgeable local guides, carefully chosen hotels, immersive experiences and the reassurance of travelling with expert support throughout. They can also be a brilliant way to reach destinations that might otherwise feel more complex to plan independently.

If something catches your eye, I’m very happy to help you work out whether a tour is the right fit, compare options, or tailor a journey around your interests and travel style.

You can browse the magazine here:

08/05/2026

Today is my birthday, shared with the legend, Sir David Attenborough, so I also have a bit of a spring in my step.

It's also one year since Firecrest Travel took it's first booking for a family holiday to Spain, as an independent travel company. With our own ATOL licence and membership at The Travel Network Group (TTA) we can offer complete financial protection for well designed and seamlessly delivered holidays for busy professionals and families.

Last weekend we visited to Jerez de la Frontera in Andalusia, originally for the Sherry Marathon. Unfortunately a damaged tendon put an end to the running plans, so instead we spent the weekend wandering cobbled streets, drinking sherry and soaking up the sunshine.

Jerez feels like a more local experience of Spain than I'd expected, with whitewashed buildings, bright purple jacaranda and hot pink bougainvillea. I loved exploring the Alcatraz, taking the train to the port of Cadiz and seeing the dramatic cathedral of Seville.

I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who has trusted me to help plan their travels so far. Building a business around thoughtful, well-designed travel and genuine relationships with clients has been both challenging and hugely rewarding.

And as it turns out, Andalusian sunshine and a glass of sherry is not a bad place to pause and reflect on it all. Cheers everyone!

08/05/2026

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25/04/2026

So sad to be leaving India after a fantastic couple of weeks, exploring the sights and meeting lots of great hoteliers and suppliers. I leave full of inspiration and appreciation for all the hard work that goes into running events like these.

Big thanks to the team that brought this all together! ❤️ I can’t wait for next time!