SJP Holidays

Lucy’s dad is one of my long-standing clients, so I was over the moon when she asked me to help plan her honeymoon. Lucy and her husband, Richard, were looking to kick-start married life with two relaxing weeks in the sun. They had a few destinations in mind but settled on the beautiful island of Antigua. Lucy was kind enough to share her experience… It's honeymoon time! The brief we gave Susan was a place we had never been and somewhere that we could relax that was ‘honeymoo

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The Caribbean: a decadent destination worthy of every traveller’s bucket list and where I have just had the pleasure to return to. Encompassing more than 700 islands, this winter sun favourite is a melting pot of cultures, and my trusted specialists have helped me curate a portfolio of boutique hotels and resorts to provide every visitor with a truly authentic experience. Situated on some of the world’s most unspoiled islands, these 11 luxury lodgings all offer something uniq

I was delighted to be back in this beautiful country for the first time since 2019. And for my ninth visit, I was keen to visit some previously unexplored places. I had briefly visited Bol, on the island of Brac, on a previous cruise and remembered being very impressed, so it seemed the ideal place to start. We flew to Split and transferred to the ferry terminal for a 50-minute trip to Supetar on the northern side of the island, followed by an hour's drive over to Bol. Altho

Hi Susan, I have been meaning to email you for a while to thank you. The holiday was absolutely amazing; from the minute we were collected on Monday morning to the second we arrived home. We loved the business class experience (the holiday started at the airport!) and the island was just out of this world! Even though we read everything about Ozen Life Maadhoo and looked at the reviews before we went, our expectations were exceeded. The Earth villa was absolutely beautiful, r

Pat and her husband Alan were one of my lucky clients who managed to complete their holiday just before Covid hit, enjoying a trip to New York and a Caribbean cruise in February 2020. With their next cruise not departing until 2023, they were looking for a relaxing post-Covid break in the sun closer to home... Alan and I were keen to embark on a long-awaited first trip abroad since the pandemic began and asked Susan to investigate four and five-star hotel options on a half-bo

I was recommended to Stuart when he was looking for a family holiday to celebrate his 40th birthday. A villa seemed to suit their needs perfectly, giving them the opportunity for friends to join them too. After several Covid-related delays, Stuart finally got to head to one of my favourite places, Croatia... Seven people, two families, and not a clue between us on how to organise a flexible holiday that isn’t a package deal. Our criteria sounded quite simple: good weather,

I have been in touch with Stuart since he first contacted me for help with a family holiday a few years ago. He wanted their latest trip to be as perfect as possible, with some very specific criteria. After extensive research together we found what I hoped would be a great solution for them... We were looking for a relaxing short family break in the sunshine with our ten-year-old, somewhere not too far to travel to, that could provide an all-inclusive package with good food a

A combination of 32 islands and cays, only nine of which are inhabited, along with three island resorts, tranquil and intimate St Vincent and the Grenadines may well be the complete Caribbean destination you’ve been looking for. SVG, as it is commonly known, gained independence in 1979, but the islands' history dates much further back, including long struggles against colonialism. Renowned for their staggering untouched beauty and natural landscapes, from St Vincent's lush tr

I first looked after Sunita in 2017 when her family needed help planning an Italian trip. A couple of years later, I had the pleasure of booking her honeymoon to South Africa and Mauritius and was delighted when she contacted me to help organise their first family holiday… For our first family holiday with our one-year-old, we were after a stress-free experience, a good family-friendly hotel and some warm weather, ideally somewhere with low case numbers and a Covid-safe reput

Now and again, or perhaps a little more often after a lengthy pandemic, a complete chill holiday where you can just switch off is just what is required. From personal experience, I can advocate that this is highly achievable from a Sandals Resort holiday. It’s stress-free, you can eat and drink what you want, when you want, and concentrate on the task at hand: to simply relax. You can do as little or as much as you like when it comes to a comprehensive choice of activities, a

Who would travel abroad during such uncertain times? Well, my wife and I would. Twice! We spent 21 fabulous nights in Barbados over Christmas and New Year 2020/21 and returned to the very same resort, Sandals Royal Barbados for another two weeks in July. After building a great relationship with Susan over the years, we knew that any changes to the rules and restrictions would be quickly advised and that we would be guided through them as easily as possible. Changes to flight

When it comes to a couple's special holiday, such as an anniversary or honeymoon, it can sometimes be difficult to find a single destination that appeals to both. One half may want an adventure, the other to simply flop on a beautiful beach. Combining a spectacular African safari and Indian Ocean beach stay is just about the perfect choice. A safari is a very special experience, providing lasting memories. My partner and I have enjoyed two magnificent safari holidays, staying

Synonymous of course with all things theme park, Florida and Orlando specifically retain the appeal as the go-to place for family attractions and I have enjoyed them all. No offence to Mickey Mouse but these days when I visit, there is not an amusement park in sight. The Gulf Coast of Florida offers fantastic holiday options, and I am eager to share some of my favourite places for an alternative Florida experience. Sarasota Sarasota, an hour south of Tampa, has plenty going o

I am living proof that travel dreams can come true. In my younger days, I never thought that I would get to travel to the Seychelles, spend time on one of the world’s most beautiful beaches, hang out with giant tortoises and get to stay overnight on a private island. This is unquestionably a dream destination for a holiday and with an impressive Covid vaccination programme in motion, once the world fully re-opens, the islands are ready and waiting to welcome UK guests. Locate

Laura came to me needing help with planning her honeymoon. Although she had a few destinations in mind, she and Aaron were undecided on which would be the perfect choice for them. After listening to their requirements and getting to know Laura a little better, I knew from first-hand experience that they would love the Trou Aux Biches Beachcomber Resort in Mauritius. I am glad to say that I was right and have since booked several other trips for the adorable Laura as well as

Aloha! When it comes to celebrating a milestone birthday, a special anniversary, a honeymoon or simply a totally unique holiday, an island-hopping adventure around Hawaii will be a memorable one. My interest in Hawaii was first piqued by Magnum PI in the 80s, immediately being drawn to the islands’ amazing beaches and scenery, plus the variety of shirts that Tom Selleck sported whilst chasing criminals in his glamorous Ferrari. I got my first taste when working at sea when I

St Lucia is one of my favourite islands - a blanket of lush forest, emerald mountains and beautiful palm-fringed beaches crowned by the magnificent Pitons. It is rightly feted as the Caribbean’s most romantic island, a firm favourite for honeymooners but it can additionally boast a host of high-octane pursuits and watersports, making it also a great destination for the more adventurous traveller. I chose to visit for my own holiday and stayed at the magnificent Rendezvous ho

I have enjoyed taking care of the Robinson's travels for eight years, booking numerous cruises for them. From time to time they like to take a hotel-based holiday and earlier this year I suggested the Princess Yaiza in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote, as it ticked all their boxes. They were not disappointed... January 2020 seems but a distant memory and a world away, but we did start this year in more “normal” times with a fabulous and well organised holiday at the Princess Yaiza Hot

I am not normally one for sitting still and not doing too much of anything on holiday but from time to time, one of these breaks is just what’s needed. I had been to Jamaica before so had already experienced the main tourist spots of Ocho Rios, Montego Bay and Dunns River Falls, so my trip last summer was simply about the beach and chilling. Sandals Negril was the resort of choice to help accomplish our mission. Negril is on the west coast, around 90 mins from Montego Bay Air