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Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the epitome of opulence and sophistication in the world of luxury cruising, has just welcomed its sixth ship into The World's Most Luxurious Fleet™ - the magnificent Seven Seas Grandeur™.
Lorna Neale, Manager at our Thorpe Travel Branch in Norwich recently stepped foot on board Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Apex. Find out more about her time on board here.
Assistant Manager of our Westbourne branch Charlotte Robson enjoyed a Star Clippers Caribbean Educational visiting Saint Maarten and The Leeward Islands.
In late March 2022 Assistant Manager of our Westbourne branch Charlotte Robson got to experience the Ultra-Luxury Seven Seas Voyager from Regent Seven Seas on a Rome roundtrip sailing.
Having worked in the travel industry for most of her life, Helen Jordan has been lucky enough to experience the most incredible opportunities, including her recent venture onboard Norwegian Cruise Lines' stunning ship, Norwegian Epic.
After being offered the opportunity to join Celebrity Cruises brand new ship Celebrity Apex, it was a mix of emotions… Firstly, the excitement of getting back on board after such a long time, but also the nervousness of what will it be like and a number of questions I’m sure everyone has.
Nicole Warren, Retail Travel Consultant at our Hythe travel agents, took a 7-night UK Staycation cruise on board Celebrity Silhouette for her honeymoon. Here are her thoughts on her trip.
Fred. Olsen Travel are thrilled to celebrate winning Best East of England Large Agency (Covering East Midlands & East Anglia) at the Travel Weekly Agent Achievement awards on 16th September 2021.
Having worked in the travel industry for nearly twenty-five years, I have been very fortunate to have travelled and cruised extensively for work. It has always been important for the trade to experience the products they sell but never more so than now, as travel resumes after the pandemic with the different procedures and protocols. Plus, the worry and concern of going abroad once again.
Looking forward to exploring a new destination, paddling in clear waters, taking bike rides, eating amazing local food, and making new memories together? Jersey is the answer.
To help kids continue their schooling during the Coronavirus crisis we invited them to submit their reports on their previous holidays. We received this great report from 10 year old Oliver.
Zoe Holmes took a festive river cruise along the Rhine just before Christmas. Here’s what she thought of her tour around the region’s Christmas markets.
Lorna Neale got the chance to experience a once-in-a-lifetime tour of New Zealand’s North Island. Her action-packed adventure featured some fast-paced activities, as well as some moments to relax and enjoy the local food.
Angela Jiang attended the annual Fred. Olsen Travel Agents Managers’ Conference in La Gomera for some winter sun. After getting business out of the way, the group had plenty of time to explore the island and see what it has to offer British travellers.
Jessica Robbins had the chance to experience a cruise with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines first hand. Here is what she thought of the ship and some highlights from her journey along the rivers of France.
Tom Holland took an unforgettable journey through India via rail. A swell as the major sights, he also got to see some areas that are not typically part of most itineraries. Here are Tom’s thoughts on this escorted tour.
Sarah Tonks had the opportunity to hunt for the Northern Lights on board Hurtigruten's ship, MS Nordnorge. The cruise included lots of amazing shore excursions and memorable destinations.
Annie Clougherty enjoyed an island-hoping tour or Croatia on board M/S Captain Bota. Read on to discover which islands she visited and which were her favourites.
Melissa Bidwell, Senior Travel Consultant at our Colchester travel agents, enjoyed a stay in Majorca during which she checked out some of the best hotels in the area and soaked up her surroundings. Here’s what she thought of this beautiful island.
Clare Ruffell unearthed some ancient history on a trip to Italy recently. The tour is perfect for any fans of history or amazing vistas. Here’s what Clare had to say about her experience.
Sally Jones enjoyed a Danube River cruise with Riviera Travel. She visited destinations such as Budapest, Salzburg and Vienna on a magical trip that she would recommend to all her customers.
Leah Johnson visited the Maldives on a trip of a lifetime. She tells us all about the luxurious accommodation available and how the entire trip was one big highlight.
There's excitement in the air as TravelQuest has opened its third branch, this time in the town of Framlingham. So, with new branches, new staff and plenty of new reasons to look to the future here's what you need to know about the latest team members to join.
Nicola Atkinson got the chance to experience some of the luxurious hotels available along Cancun’s Maya Rivera. Here is her run down,including plenty of reasons to choose each property for your own holiday.
Gemma Hopkins sailed on board Brabant to experience a river cruise with Fred. Olsen River Cruises. Stops along the Rhine included Cologne, Cochem and Königswinter.
Jack Lawford spent a week exploring the unfamiliar country of Romania. Here are just a few reasons why he believes you should add it to your travel list.
Nicole Warren had her first taste of river cruising when she stepped on board Emerald Sun. Here are her thoughts and the ship and the Danube itinerary she enjoyed.
Melissa Hammond experienced her first river cruise when she sailed on board Fred. Olsen River Cruises’ Brabant recently. Here’s what she thought of the ship and the picturesque ports she visited along the Rhine and Moselle.
Emma Livermore experienced a cruise with Azamara. During three nights on board, she got to join in with the famous White Night and experience the wonderful atmosphere on board. Here’s why she would recommend the cruise line to anyone looking for a little bit of luxury at sea.
Alison MacCarty spent a wonderful week in the Caribbean, visiting a number of different islands to get an idea of the different cultures in this part of the world. Below, she tells us about the hotels she stayed at and her favourite things included in the trip.
Stacie Harvey had the chance to try a river cruise with Fred. Olsen River Cruises. Sailing on board Brabant, she spent time in Speyer, Strasbourg and Breisach.
Samantha Oconnor reports back from a Danube River cruise with Avalon Waterways. Sailing on board Avalon Impresssion, she visited beautiful cities such as Budapest and Vienna, whilst also enjoying the wonderful facilities on board the ship.
Jemma White, Travel Advisor at our Woodbridge travel agents, has just returned from a tour of South Africa. She tells us why the country is more than safaris and how tourists can help give back to the community.
Mark Scrivener has just returned from a fantastic trip to Costa Rica. After some amazing wildlife sightings and thrilling outdoor activities, he explains why the country is a great choice for an adventure holiday.
David Hayford-Hobbs reports back from a tour along the Douro Valley with Riviera Travel that’s aimed at solo travellers. Having visited many of the fantastic towns and cities in the region, he has plenty to tell about his enjoyable trip.
Nicola Atkinson experienced an amazing safari with Somak Holidays. Here are her views on some of the different accommodation options as well as a few recommendations for things to do.
The end of April saw the Annual TTG Top 50 awards take place at The Vox in Birmingham, where our Felixstowe branch was named as one of the top 50 agencies in the country.
Melanie Cope sees Malta in a different light after her recent visit. She tells us why this beautiful destination is more than just somewhere to relax or enjoy some winter sun.
Lorna Neale got the chance to spend a few days in the lively city of New Orleans. Here are some of the things she got up to and how she found the trip.
Last April, Royal Caribbean’s Independence of the Seas sailed into dry dock for a multi-million pound refurbishment. Having emerged a month later with brand new facilities and updated décor, Kerry Sabberton climbed on board to see what’s new.
Claire Bradford, Assistant Manager at our Colchester travel agents, took a magical trip to Lapland just before Christmas. The main aim of the trip was to search for Santa but, as you will see, she discovered a world of fantastic adventures.
Melissa Hammond took a cruise for the first time on board Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Black Watch. After enjoying an itinerary that revealed some hidden gems closer to home, she tells us why a cruise is a fantastic holiday option.
Clare Ruffell took a walk on the wild side when she toured South Africa. Her trip included game drives in the Massai Mara Game Reserve and some time at the jaw-dropping Victoria Falls. Here’s a closer look at what she got up to.
Towards the end of last year, Zoe Holmes, received the opportunity to travel to Abu Dhabi. After four nights experiencing exclusive resorts, riotous rollercoasters and vast deserts, here’s why she would recommend this Emirate to anyone.
Celia Ramos enjoyed a cruise with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines on board Braemar. Despite some bad weather, she loved every minute of her trip and would recommend a cruise to all her customers. Here is a more detailed account of her sailing.
As part of our recent trip to Bremen, we received a guided tour from the Bremen Tourist Board. During the tour, we learnt some interesting things about this Lower Saxony gem, some of which we'd like to share with you.
Sam O’Connor had a taste of Dubai luxury on a recent trip to the UAE. As well as seeing some of the opulent hotels that the city can offer, she enjoy some fantastic experiences. Here is how the trip went in her own words.
Tom Holland has just returned from a trip to Croatia where he discovered the beauty of this amazing country. After spending some time on the mainland and the island of Hvar, he reveals his personal highlights and some reasons where this sho…
Leah Johnson received a taste of the Sandals all-inclusive life when she got the chance to travel to Antigua and St. Lucia. Here is the low down from the amazing resorts she visited and things she got up to.
Charlotte Robson travelled to India to experience the luxury train known as the Deccan Odyssey. On a round-trip from Mumbai, she got to see some of the more rural areas in places such as Goa, meeting some inspiring people along the way. Her…
Our very own Karen Jones tells the story of how she turned a small idea into a fantastic trip. Here is her report from our first ever holiday with Suffolk-based food school The Cooking Experience.
Madeleine Mayes recently had an experience she will never forget in Mauritius. After visiting some of the most luxurious hotels that the island has to offer, she enjoyed some fantastic activities. Here is how the trip went in her own words.…
Kerrie Lake spent eight days exploring the west coast of Canada. The trip included some time aboard the fanatic Rocky Mountaineer, an experience that Kerrie would recommend to everyone.
Jamie Mullard spent 24 hours in the lively city of Amsterdam. It was her first time in the Netherlands’ capital and she has plenty to share from her short trip.
Susanne Sutton was given the opportunity to experience a cruise with Saga. Having been impressed by what she found on board the ship, she is now ready to recommend a sailing to her customers. Here are some highlights from the trip.
Karen Jones, who works in our head office, has just returned from escorting a culinary tour in Tuscany. The group were joined by Anne and Marko from local cookery school 'The Cooking Experience', who were nice enough to send over some memories from what was a fantastic trip.
Back in March, Emma Livermore had the chance to cruise through Norway with Hurtigruten. Her report features some spectacular highlights, including a memorable show from the Northern Lights.
Emma Livermore, Manager of our Norwich travel agents in store at Jarrolds, travelled along the Rhine River on board Titan’s Serenade 1. Here is how she found the ship and the highlights from the wonderful towns and cities she got to visit.
Mark Scrivener recently visited the French resort of Chamonix, famed for being a winter paradise for skiers. However, with the trip taking place during the summer months, Mark discovered what else is on offer at this adventure destination.
Mary Poole experienced her first river cruise recently. Having travelled through France on board Uniworld's River Royale, she has plenty of highlights to tell us all about.
Katie Rickarby spent a relaxing few days exploring the sights of the Rhine. Here is what she thought of the impressive Amadeus Silver II and the interesting cities she visited.
Lucy Bexfield was on board Independence of the Seas for her recent relaunch after a multi-million-pound refit. Here is what she got up to on a ship that has become a firm favourite for cruises from the UK.
Elodie Pethybridge was lucky enough to experience a true African adventure with Intrepid Travel. Here’s her report about the highlights of a trip that included camping with the Maasai tribe.
Vicky Bell was lucky enough to experience a once-in-a-lifetime trip to India. This included a tour of the Golden Triangle and the chance to spot tigers in their natural habitat. Here is her report from what was a truly memorable holiday.
Sam O’Connor took a trip to Greece’s Northern Sporades Islands. She tells us about some great hotel options on Skiathos, Skopelos and Alonissos and also gives plenty of reasons to visit this part of the world.
Donna Hardwick was lucky enough to be one of the first people to sail on board the brand new Symphony of the Seas. Here is what she made of the world’s largest cruise ship.
Madeleine Mayes, Senior Travel Consultant, at our Felixstowe travel agents, had the opportunity to explore the sights and sounds of Cape Town. Here are some of her favourite moments form a memorable trip.
Jemma White, Trainee Travel Advisor at our Woodbridge travel agents, got the chance to see some of the luxurious hotels Cyprus has to offer. Here is her report from a trip that included plenty of delicious, local food.
Assistant Manager of our Dorchester Travel branch, Wendy Dowe, travelled to Venice to enjoy the sights and then returned via the iconic Orient Express. Here are the things she enjoyed most about her trip.
Having just returned from the 'Happiest Place On Earth', our content creator Chris Mayhew gives us an insight into a holiday to Disneyland Paris as an adult.
Chris Mayhew has just returned from a short trip to Budapest. Here's what he got up to on his city break and why he would recommend this fantastic city to anyone else looking for a few days away.
Part two of Mary's amazing South American adventure sees her journey to the Galapagos. Here is everything she got up to in this fabled bucket list destination.
Emma Livermore took a cruise on board Magellan. Having been impressed with the Cruise and Maritime Voyages staff, she can recommend the cruise line along with this fantastic destination.
Mary Poole recently took her dream trip to Peru and the Galapagos islands. In part one of her blog post, she tells us all about trekking the Inca Trail, waking up in the rainforest and discovering the capital, Lima.
Claire Bradford had the opportunity to enjoy a luxurious stay in two of Dubai’s best hotels. During her stay, she enjoyed dining at some amazing restaurants and relaxing on the beach. Here is her full report.
Keen skier, Elodie Pethybridge, followed in the footsteps of Daniel Craig when she headed off to Austria’s resorts of Solden and Obergurgl for a few days. Here is how she found life on the slopes.
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