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Client Blog: Rhona and Roy’s dream honeymoon to Sri Lanka and the Seychelles
When Rhona and Roy asked me to plan their honeymoon, they wanted something very special - a blend of relaxation, luxury and adventure...
Jan 2


“There should be more Gillian Stewarts in this world!” – Stuart and Troy
We have been booking our holidays with Gillian for many years, since she was a manager at our local travel agents in Ayrshire. From the...
Aug 14, 2024


Gill’s Blog: My short break in Dubrovnik
Having previously visited Dubrovnik and fallen in love with Croatia, I was extremely excited to have the opportunity to revisit for a...
Jun 25, 2024


Gill’s Blog: My Travel Counsellors Gold Trip to Crete
After working my wee socks off over the past year since joining Travel Counsellors, I’m thrilled to have retained my “Gold” status -...
Jun 25, 2024


Client Blog: The Lewis family's special holiday to Mauritius
I met the delightful Darren and Emma around five years ago when they were looking for someone to look after their travels. Having...
Mar 27, 2024


Gill’s Blog: My favourite hotels in the whole wide world
Selecting a favourite hotel is always a deeply personal task, and I'm frequently asked about my top picks. Over the years, I've had the...
Mar 22, 2024


"You really did deliver everything we had dreamed of" - Nicola and Richard
Hi Gillian! Sending a massive thank you; you really did deliver everything we had dreamed of for our Maldives holiday. We would just like...
Mar 13, 2024


“From start to finish, you have been amazing” – Ashley
Hey Gillian, Thank you so so much for everything. 🩷 A wonderful holiday - we totally loved the Serry Beach Resort right on the beautiful...
Dec 11, 2023


Gill's Blog: My Travel Counsellors Gold Trip to Mexico
I was delighted to be awarded Travel Counsellors Gold Status for my sales achievements when they acquired Holidaysplease earlier this...
Nov 29, 2023


Client Blog: Linda introduces Meg the dog & PAWS Mauritius
This is a gorgeous story from my lovely client, Linda, who is keen to raise awareness for PAWS in Mauritius, following her own holiday...
Nov 20, 2023


Client Blog: Aoife & Kevan’s honeymoon in Bali
The pandemic had played havoc with Aoife’s wedding plans, and she was kindly recommended to me by a colleague when looking for some help...
Jun 3, 2023


“Gillian is everything you want from a travel agent” – Mo
Gillian is everything you want from a travel agent, especially when you're booking a once-in-a-lifetime holiday. Professional, reliable,...
Jun 3, 2023


“Thanks for your help - the Ajman Saray is a fabulous hotel” - Stuart & Samantha
Hi Gillian, Thanks for your help with our trip to the UAE. The Ajman Saray is a fabulous hotel - well worth recommending to clients. Our...
Jun 3, 2023


"A very relaxing beach holiday" - Ruth
Hi Gill, Clive and I had a great time at the Royal Decameron Club Caribbean, Jamaica. Thank you. The grilled meat in the buffet...
Feb 20, 2023


My Essential Caribbean Collection: 11 luxury boutique hotels for your delectation
The Caribbean: a decadent destination worthy of every traveller’s bucket list. Encompassing more than 700 islands, this winter sun...
Dec 16, 2022


Client Blog: Siobhan & Andrea’s honeymoon in the Maldives
Siobhan contacted me for some help with her honeymoon after seeing a recommendation on the excellent EGG (Edinburgh Gossip Girls)...
Oct 26, 2022


“You made the whole experience much more enjoyable” - Karrisma
Hi Gillian, Mauritius was amazing! Thank you for booking it and organising the flights, accommodation and transfers. The Long Beach was...
Oct 26, 2022


"Your friendliness and prompt communication has been superb" - Jacki
Gillian, Just wanted to say a huge thank you for all your help in organising our fabulous holiday to the Maldives! It was just heaven.😁...
Aug 13, 2022


"The experience was everything that we had hoped for" - Julie and Tony
Hi Gillian & Team, Thank you so much for organising our special trip to Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa in the Maldives to celebrate our 25th...
Aug 13, 2022


Client Blog: Kelly’s surprise special birthday trip to the Maldives
Putting together a surprise romantic holiday is both a thrill and privilege but add into the mix a new client, a special birthday, an...
Jun 30, 2022
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