Hayley Andrews - Travel Counsellor

Step into the inviting embrace of Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas, where the azure allure of the Mediterranean is just the beginning of your luxurious retreat. Here, two exclusive Blue Flag sandy beaches await your arrival, complete with plush loungers, sun-shielding parasols, and attentive beach butler service to cater to your every whim.

Read more in our blog...
https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/inspiration/blog/embrace-the-azure-allure-of-the-med/

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Immerse yourself in the perfect blend of tropical bliss and Thai tranquillity at Barcelo Coconut Island. Tucked away amidst the verdant jungle and untouched shores of Phang Nga Bay, this idyllic retreat is just a swift ten-minute speedboat journey from the lively energy of Phuket, yet promises an away-from-it-all sanctuary with cascading infinity pools, a serene beachfront bar, and luxurious private pool villas.

• Soak in the unspoiled natural surroundings of your Garden View Pool Villa from your private terrace.

• Delight your palate with authentic Thai and Asian cuisine at the Tamarind, accompanied by traditional performances, or savour Japanese delicacies and creative cocktails at KoKo.

• Dive into adventure with a wide array of beach activities and water sports, from kayaking and sailing to tennis and mountain biking; or visit the nearby Koh Khai to snorkel through its vibrant reefs.

• Indulge in traditional Thai healing rituals at The Village Spa and rejuvenate in its Turkish Hammam, hydrotherapy pool, and Scandinavian sauna.

What's included:

• 8 nights at Barceló Coconut Island

• 2 Bedroom Garden View Pool Villa; all-inclusive basis

• Flights from Manchester on 14/04/2024; with private car and speedboat transfers

• Includes a bonus free night and 10% discount

8 nights from £7,095 per family of 4.

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Nestled amidst the celestial beauty of the Indian Ocean, the new SO/ Maldives resort is redefining luxury with a twist of the extraordinary. With a jungle speakeasy, a floating pontoon, and a secret lawn, this resort offers a fresh new take on the luxury private-island getaway, with bespoke all-villa accommodation centred on sensory experiences rooted in fashion and art.

Read more here...
https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/inspiration/blog/unwind-in-style-at-so-maldives/

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Discover a world of sun-soaked bliss with our Family Beach chapter, featuring idyllic retreats in destinations such as Greece, Malta, Maldives, and more, curated with care and expertise. Let me craft your perfect family getaway!

Dreams Corfu:
https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/Offers/An-allinclusive-family-escape-to-Corfu

Lux Me White Palace:
https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/Offers/Spend-a-week-with-the-family-in-Crete

Malta TB:
https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/Offers/A-family-holiday-to-Malta

W Algarve:
https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/Offers/A-stylish-stay-at-the-W-Algarve

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi:
https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/Offers/A-family-getaway-to-the-Maldives

Centara Mirage:
https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/Offers/An-allinclusive-family-break-in-Dubai

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This spectacular two-country tour takes in several incredible destinations in Argentina and Brazil. You’ll start off in the Argentinian capital Buenos Aires, checking out attractions such as the Casa Rosada presidential palace, Teatro Colón grand opera house, and MALBA Museum of Latin American Art. You’ll then move on to the mighty Iguazú Falls and from there head to Brazil’s iconic seaside city Rio de Janeiro.

• Check into Buenos Aires’ Alvear Art Hotel, a striking luxury property with a spa and indoor pool and explore the city from its central location.

• From Buenos Aires head to the Iguazú Falls on the Argentine-Brazil border – one of the most spectacular natural phenomena in the world, consisting of many cascades producing vast sprays.

• Enjoy your base at the Gran Melia Iguazú in the heart of the Iguazú National Park, with an infinity pool and fine dining.

• Continue to Rio de Janeiro, where major sights and activities include Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, the Christ the Redeemer statue, and cable-cars up Sugarloaf Mountain.

• Luxuriate at the Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana with it nostalgic 1950s ambiance, beach views, and restaurant with gorgeous ocean vistas.

What's included:

• Stays at Alvear Art Hotel in Buenos Aires, Gran Melia Iguazú, and Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

• Deluxe city-view room; board basis varies

• Flights from London on 24/10/2024; with transfers

8 nights from £2,795 per person for 2 sharing. Contact me for more information:

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Embarking on a Princess Cruises Alaska sailing is such an incredible way to experience the beauty of this region. But with our exclusive itinerary, the excitement starts even before you set sail. You get to savour two amazing nights in Vancouver, where you can fully immerse yourself in this vibrant city and its remarkable lifestyle. The highlight? A visit to The Lookout, an observation deck boasting breathtaking 360° views of the entire city.

Vancouver | At sea | Juneau | Haines | Glacier National Park (scenic cruising) | Ketchikan | At sea | Vancouver

From £3,585 per person

Click the link below to fond out more:

https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/inspiration/blog/sail-through-alaska-s-pristine-wilderness/

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Perhaps less well-known than many of the other great road trips of the world, the Great Ocean Road is a spectacular route that hugs the snaking seaside along the wild and windswept Southern Ocean in Australia. As you drive, you’ll see craggy cliffs, deserted beaches, soaring bluffs, lush green countryside, and epic wildlife.

Melbourne | Lorne | Apollo Bay | Port Fairy | Mount Gambier | Adelaide

From £2,965 per person

Click the link below for the full itinerary:

https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/inspiration/blog/embark-on-an-australian-great-ocean-road-journey/

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At Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives, there’s so much to keep the children entertained. From an impressive family pool complete with paddling area for little ones to a kids’ underwater park in the lagoon and an exciting kids’ club, there’s no better destination in the Indian Ocean for families.

• This five-star beach resort has 15 bars and restaurants to enjoy, so you can taste a different menu every day.

• Go on a nature walk around the island to discover the incredible plants and animals in the area.

• Unwind in your Deluxe Beach Villa which comes with a stunning outdoor bathroom, featuring a private whirlpool bath and rain shower, plus you’ll have a generous terrace with views of the beach and lagoon.

• Make use of the resort’s many water-based activities on offer, including a snorkel safari of the lagoon, windsurfing, and jet skiing.

What's included:

• 7 nights at Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives (8 nights including overnight flight)

• Deluxe beach villa; all-inclusive basis

• Flights from London Heathrow on 31/07/2024; with complimentary seaplane transfers

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This mesmerising journey through Turkey starts in the vibrant metropolis of Istanbul with its stupendous architecture, colourful markets, and delicious cuisine. From here you’ll venture to Cappadocia with its magnificent landscapes, hidden rock-cut dwellings, and Göreme Open Air Museum bringing this region’s fascinating history to vivid life.

• Explore Istanbul's landmark Blue Mosque and its Grand Bazaar as part of your Istanbul Classics Day Tour.

• Enjoy a traditional hammam experience in one of Istanbul's historic Turkish baths.

• Join a Cappadocia ‘Red Tour’, exploring the landscapes and ancient frescoes of this UNESCO-listed destination with an expert local guide.

• Soar above Cappadocia on an iconic hot air balloon ride, looking down on its famous fairy chimneys – geological formations that began to take shape millions of years ago.

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I’m excited to announce that Travel Counsellors has partnered with the High Performance Podcast, with our first sponsored episode airing today with special guest, Jessica Ennis-Hill! We’ve partnered with them because they share our values of caring for people and helping them to unleash their potential.

Tune into the podcast on your podcast app, Spotify, or YouTube to discover the valuable life lessons you never knew you needed!

Let me know what your key takeaway has been after tuning in.

Here’s everything you need to know about our partnership:

https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/hpp

Venture through the untamed beauty of the Wild West on an exhilarating 17-night trip. You'll explore the captivating landscapes of Yellowstone National Park, Utah, Colorado, and Wyoming, for a once-in-a-lifetime experience that promises to envelop you in a world of super-volcanoes and iconic cowboy towns, creating unforgettable memories every step of the way.

Denver | Grand Junction | Moab | Salt Lake City | Jackson Hole | Yellowstone National Park | Sheridan | Rapid City | Cheyenne

From £5,275 per person

Click the link below for the full itinerary:

https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/inspiration/blog/explore-the-unbridled-beauty-of-the-wild-west/

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Experience the rising popularity of a walking holiday this year, exploring hidden gems on scenic trails and lesser-known paths. Alongside our partners, we can offer famous trekking routes such as the Tour du Mont Blanc circuit in France and the Inca Trail in Peru. But the wonders don't stop there. Venture off the beaten path in Morocco, Turkey, Albania, and Spain to uncover extraordinary, uncharted trails away from the typical tourist routes.

Click the link below to read more:

https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/inspiration/blog/off-the-beaten-track-walking-routes-in-morocco-turkey-albania-and-spain/

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Did you know I offer gift vouchers? 🌟 Unlock the joy of giving with Travel Counsellors! 🌍✈️

Delight your loved ones with the gift of travel and create memories that last a lifetime. Perfect for any occasion (especially Valentines!), our gift vouchers make your dreams of exploration a reality.

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Immerse yourself in Japan with this perfect introduction to its fascinating culture, combining city stays with a taste of rural Japan. Highlights include cruising across Lake Ashi in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, with views of Mount Fuji itself, and exploring Hakone Open-Air Museum with its volcanic hot spring baths to soak your feet in after a day taking in its art sculptures.

• Begin and end in Tokyo, where tour guides will take you to Senso-ji, its oldest Buddhist temple, and Meiji Jingu, one of the most respected Shinto shrines.

• Tour Kyoto, the former imperial capital, and experience the striking temples and Zen rock gardens of the region.

• Discover Kinosaki Onsen, a classic Japanese hot springs resort, with wooden houses along its willow-lined, koi carp-filled river.

• In Hiroshima, visit the Peace Memorial Park and Museum, and head out to the ‘floating’ torii gate on Miyajima Island with its friendly sika deer.

• Enjoy an array of high-end accommodation, from a Japanese inn with futon bedding to sleek modern hotels, some fantastic meals included, and the services of a dedicated tour leader.

Tokyo | Kanazawa | Kyoto | Hiroshima | Hakone | Tokyo

What's included:

• 14 nights in 4- to 5-star hotels: Gate Hotel Tokyo, Hyatt Centric Kanazawa, Hotel Higashiyama Kyoto, Nishimuraya Shogetsutei in Kinosaki Onsen, Hilton Hiroshima, Hyatt Regency Hakone, Tokyo Century Southern Tower

• Twin share; breakfast daily, plus 6 lunches and 6 evening meals

• 2-day Hakone Free Pass

• IC transport card, complete with 2,500-yen credit

• Afternoon tea in Kyoto

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Thailand feels like many different destinations in one, from the spectacular temples and street food of Bangkok to jungle hideaways and gorgeous beach resorts. A triple-centre holiday means you can experience different holiday types in three unmissable parts of the ‘land of smiles’, in some of its most sensational places to stay – Anantara’s world-renowned hotels, resorts, and spas.

Click the link to read more:

https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/inspiration/blog/an-unforgettable-journey-through-thailand-with-anantara-s-exclusive-resorts/

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Today is International Reducing CO2 Emissions Day, and as Travel Counsellors, we feel that it is our responsibility to guide our customers to lower carbon travel options. To help you with this, we’ve gathered our top tips for reducing your carbon footprint when you travel.

Click the link below to read more:

https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/inspiration/blog/how-to-reduce-carbon-emissions-when-you-travel/

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Spend the last half term of the year at the Alana Beachclub in sunny Croatia, enjoying fun activities with the kids as well as grabbing some me time while they make new friends at the kids’ club. Amazing inclusions in your package are dinghy sailing, windsurfing, water-skiing, wakeboarding, paddle-boarding, kayaking, tennis, mountain-biking, fitness classes, and use of a climbing wall.

✨ Takes advantage of brilliant facilities such as a 50-metre swimming pool, a freeform pool, a splash pool, and a beach bar.

✨ Indulge in the spa with its hydromassage whirlpool bath, resistance pool, hot tubs, steam bath, Bio, Finnish and aroma saunas, cold water pool, and ice bath.

✨ Feast on food by local chefs, and, on non-inclusive evenings, dine from the à la carte bar menu or barbecue, or stroll 10-15 minutes into the local town with its authentic restaurants and bars.

✨ Don’t miss a sundowner with glorious views from the hotel’s rooftop cocktail bar.

✨ Enjoy the resort’s gorgeous setting against the backdrop of the Paklenica National Park, where you can go rock climbing.

What's included:

• 7 nights at Alana Beachclub, Croatia

• Club Cabin Room; Club Board basis (breakfasts, lunches and four evening meals)

• Flights from London Stansted on 22/10/23 with transfers

• Over 20 activities and kids' club

7 nights from £995 per person. Price based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing.

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Justine is a new client who was referred to me. She needed help planning a bucket list trip to Australia, New Zealand and Fiji, with stopovers in Singapore and Hong Kong. I absolutely loved planning this trip and together we created the perfect itinerary. I was also able to give personal recommendations, having visited these destinations myself - another perk of using my services.

Are you looking to create a bucket list adventure? Let's talk...

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Exciting news about the newly reimagined Disneyland® Hotel ✨

I am now able to book this iconic hotel for arrivals from 25 January 2024 to 31 March 2025.

The ultimate five-star royal residence, this is a place where Guests can revel in a modern, welcoming luxury only Disney can do. All while celebrating the most magical of Disney stories - and writing their very own, too.

Contact me to start planning your personalised trip to Disneyland Paris. I can arrange flights, Eurostar, park tickets, character experiences and dining plans 💫

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Spend October half-term on a beach declared by UNESCO to be one of the Caribbean’s loveliest. This fun-packed resort has so much to keep everyone entertained, including a spa, water park, kids’ clubs, a zip-line, and a climbing wall. Like the rest of the Dreams Group, the Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana runs on an Unlimited-Luxury® basis, embracing dining in nine restaurants and cafés, unlimited top-shelf drinks, 24-hour room service and a daily-replenished mini-bar.

✨ Benefit from a fantastic location on the North East coast, with beach waiter service.

✨ Enjoy the use of an infinity pool, a relaxation pool, a family fun pool with a splash zone, a water park with racer and toboggan slides and lazy river, and outdoor hot tubs.

✨ Sign up for complimentary introductory pool dives and other activities including sailing, kayaking, and snorkelling.

✨ Ask about outings including sailing or speedboat rides to a nearby island, with possible dolphin sightings en route, and snorkelling and diving at the reef at Catalina Island.

✨ Dine in an array of venues including the barefoot beachside grill and the alfresco seafood restaurant Oceana.

What's included:
• 9 nights at Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
• Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean View; All-Inclusive basis
• Flights from London Heathrow on 21/10/2023 with private transfers

Price based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing.

9 nights from £7,095 per family

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✨ VIRGIN VOYAGES UK SAILINGS ✨

Exciting news! Resilient Lady will be offering new itineraries out of Portsmouth between 23rd August and 23rd September 2024 - a series of brand new three to six night itineraries out of Portsmouth.


🛳 Portsmouth to Zeebrugge (& back)
3 night voyage - Portsmouth, At Sea, Zeebrugge, Portsmouth
Departing 27 August 2024
Sea Terrace cabin from £499 pp - PLUS $125 Bar Tab per cabin

🛳 England to Amsterdam (& back)
4 night voyage - Portsmouth, Amsterdam (overnight), At Sea, Portsmouth
Departing 23 August, 30 August and 19 Sept 2024
Sea Terrace cabin from £699 pp - PLUS $300 Bar Tab per cabin

🛳 The UK to Zeebrugge & Amsterdam
5 night voyage - Portsmouth, Amsterdam (overnight), Bruges, At Sea, Portsmouth
Departing 3 Sept and 14 Sept 2024
Sea Terrace cabin from £899 pp - PLUS $300 Bar Tab per cabin

🛳 English Sights & European Delights
6 night voyage - Portsmouth, At Sea, La Coruna, Bilbao, Le Verdon (Bordeaux), At Sea, Portsmouth
Departing 8 Sept and 23 Sept 2024
Sea Terrace cabin from £999 pp - PLUS $300 Bar Tab per cabin

On sale from today at 10am. Be quick - these sailings will be incredibly popular. Get in touch to book:

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The British Airways September sale is now on, with savings available in Business and Economy classes to best-selling destinations including: the USA (New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Boston, and Chicago), Canada (Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver), Dubai, Cancun, Tokyo, and Mauritius.

Contact me today to take advantage of the savings on a range of travel dates in 2023 and 2024.

Must be booked before 3rd October 2023. Subject to availability, terms and conditions apply.

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Stay at the resorts featured in BBC One's Life Beyond the Lobby ✨

Everybody’s talking about Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond The Lobby, and series five kicked off with its hosts Monica Galetti and Rob Rinder heading to two of our favourite properties for a peek behind the scenes at some of the world’s most iconic hotels!

Click the link to find out more:

https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/inspiration/blog/stay-at-the-resorts-featured-in-bbc-one-s-life-beyond-the-lobby/

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Now the kids are back to school I'm able to take on more enquiries and my clients are certainly keeping me busy! Here's what I'm working on this week:

⛵️ Greek island hopping
🦁 South Africa including Cape Town, Garden Route and safari in Kruger National Park (one of my fave itineraries to plan!)
⛰ Multi centre Australia and New Zealand
🏖 Singapore and Thailand
🕍 Athens city break
⛱ October half term family holiday in Tenerife

Get in touch if you would like me to plan your next trip!

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Spend the last half term of the year in the sparkling Adriatic sunshine, enjoying a wealth of fun activities with the kids as well as grabbing some quiet time while they make new friends at the kids’ club. Included in your holiday price are dinghy sailing, windsurfing, water skiing, wakeboarding, paddle boarding, kayaking, tennis, mountain biking, fitness classes and use of a climbing wall.

✨ Enjoy a stay at the Alana Beachclub in its gorgeous setting against the backdrop of the Paklenica National Park, where you can go rock climbing.

✨ Make use of fantastic facilities such as a 50m swimming pool, a freeform pool, a splash pool and a beach bar.

✨ Feast on food by local chefs, and, on non-inclusive evenings, dine from an à la carte bar menu or the barbecue, or stroll 10-15 minutes into the local town with its authentic restaurants and bars.

✨ Don’t miss a sundowner with glorious views from the hotel’s rooftop cocktail bar.

✨ Indulge in the spa with its hydromassage whirlpool bath, steam bath, Bio, Finnish and aroma saunas, cold water pool and ice bath.

What's included:

☑️ 7 nights at Alana Beachclub, Croatia
☑️ Club Cabin room; Club Board basis (breakfasts, lunches and 4 evening meals)
☑️ Flights from London Stansted on 22/10/23 with transfers
☑️ More than 20 activities and kids’ club

7 nights from £1,099 per person. Price based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing.

Contact me for more information:

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Lush rainforests, tropical islands, otherworldly outback areas and lively coastal cities…Queensland is one of our favourite parts of one of our favourite countries. Australia’s second-largest state, embracing the north-east of the continent, includes a coastline that stretches nearly 7,000km, the world’s largest coral reef system, and the world’s oldest rainforest. In short, it’s unmissable.

Read our blog to find out more:

https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/inspiration/blog/must-see-unesco-world-heritage-sites-in-queensland/

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Spend October half term in the Dubai sunshine at the fantastic family-focused Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai, inspired by mythical Thai and Arabian adventures. Its brilliant amenities for younger guests include a water park with a lazy river, three age-specific kids’ clubs, a family lounge and even a candy-themed kids’ spa. Its all-inclusive offering – a rarity in Dubai – is another big bonus for families.

💫 Benefit from your location on a prime stretch of the Dubai Islands waterfront, and from water sports facilities and two impressive beachfront pools.

💫 Choose between seven enticing dining venues including Suan Bua with its Thai and other Asian favourites, Argentinian grills at Uno Mas, and mezze at Sheesh rooftop restaurant, bar and sh**ha lounge.

💫 While your children are making new friends in the kids’ clubs, seek out some pure relaxation in SPA Cenvaree.

💫 Soak up fantastic on-site entertainment including weekly dueling fire shows.

💫 Discover the rest of Dubai, from its world-class theme parks to its unique desert adventures.

What's included:
• 7 nights at the Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai
• Family room (Double Double); all-inclusive basis
• Flights from Birmingham on 20/10/2023 with private SUV transfers

Price based on 2 adults and 2 children up to age 11 years sharing.

7 nights from £6309 per family.

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With many families asking us where to go in 2024 and planning for the new adventures that the coming year will bring, we’ve shared the destinations we’ve seen trending recently and what there is to do in each with children of different ages. It’s never too early to think ahead when it comes to bagging the most desirable resorts or tours – or the best deals!

Click the link to find out more:

https://www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/inspiration/blog/trending-destinations-for-families-in-2024/

Ready to plan your next adventure? Let's talk...

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Is anyone else sick of this rain? What a washout July has been!

If it's time to add some sunshine to your life, contact me to start planning your next trip:

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Our fabulous South Africa itinerary immerses you in this fascinating destination, from its winelands to its whale-watching, while cosseting you in hand-picked boutique accommodation: clifftop 12 Apostles Hotel & Spa in Cape Town, the Spier Hotel on a Stellenbosch wine farm, The Thatch House Boutique Hotel in Hermanus, Schoone Oordt Country House in Swellendam, Protea by Marriott Mossel Bay, and Hog Hollow Country Lodge in Plettenberg Bay.

✨ Discover the Cape Winelands and nature reserves surrounding Stellenbosch with its colonial Dutch architecture.

✨ Head to Hermanus, one of the world’s best-known sites for spotting whales.

✨ Visit Swellendam, one of South Africa’s oldest towns, with more than 50 heritage sites.

✨ Stop off at Mossel and Plettenberg bays on the Garden Route, which between them offers a 19th-century lighthouse, caves, and bird and elephant sanctuaries.

What's included:
• Half day Cape Town and Table Mountain tour

• Stays in a selection of hotels; B&B basis throughout

• Flights from London Heathrow on 24/10/2023 with car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar)

11 nights from £2,961 per person, based on 2 adults sharing.

Contact me to start planning your South Africa adventure:

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