SJP Holidays

We honestly can't thank Susan enough for everything she did for us - from helping us book our dream safari holiday to South Africa, to dealing with the unexpected disruption caused by the conflict in the Middle East. She was absolutely fantastic every step of the way. When our flights and part of our itinerary had to be changed at very short notice, Susan worked incredibly hard to sort everything out. She kept us updated throughout, always remained calm and reassuring and mad

I was lucky enough to spend a couple of seasons in South America, and I fully understand the appeal of this beautiful continent. I visited Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Costa Rica and even the Falkland Islands, and I was lucky enough to escort an overland tour to Cusco, Lima and Machu Picchu too. Having firsthand experience of this part of the world makes it easy for me to suggest a trip there, and honestly, everyone I know who's been comes back wanting to

When I was invited to visit Mykonos, as part of a Designer Travel educational trip, I will be honest, I had my reservations. I pictured sunset DJ sets, packed beach clubs and a crowd considerably cooler than me. I boarded the plane in my faithful Skechers wondering if I had made a mistake. I am so glad I kept an open mind. The trip was hosted by the Myconian Collection - a group of 14 family-run hotels, the first of which opened in 1979 and is now operated by four sons. That

When John and Jackie came to me to organise a three-week Japan trip for their 40th wedding anniversary, I knew it was going to be special. John kindly agreed to write about their experience on their return and in his own words, here it is. Be warned, these two made every single minute count! We've just had the trip and adventure of a lifetime. Japan. Simply awesome. Susan had previously organised our USA coast-to-coast trip and pulled together this three-week Japan adventure

My wife and I first visited Anse Chastenet in the spring of 2023. We've loved visiting St Lucia since we first went as a family in 2016, and as part of an earlier visit, we'd been on a snorkelling trip to Anse Chastenet Bay. A friend had also told me that Anse Chastenet was a very different sort of resort - much closer to nature - which greatly appealed to us. Our stay in 2023 was excellent, even after the drive along the approach road to the resort, which is frequently menti

For some strange reason, people seem to like hearing my voice and having a nosy at the rooms I stay in on my holidays and work trips, so to satisfy demand - here's one I've previously been keeping to myself! This video is from when I was in the Maldives earlier this year and stayed at the wonderful 5* Varu by Atmosphere in one of their gorgeous Water Villas... If you're considering a trip to the Maldives, I can highly recommend this island. It's situated in the North Malé Ato

What can I say but THANK YOU! It was awesome. My daughter and I have had the most amazing time on safari in Kenya, visiting the Masai Mara, and finishing with a few days at the beach resort in Mombasa. As you know, we were pushing our personal boundaries by travelling so far from home, and I really was anxious about the trip. You made me feel at ease though, Susan, and were on hand to answer all of my queries as we prepared! I needn't have worried - everything went as smoothl

Croatia is my short-haul holiday of choice, and after eight visits since 2006, I can honestly say I was hooked from that very first trip....

Have you ever had to pinch yourself to check you’re not dreaming? That was me as our seaplane touched down at the W Maldives. Looking out across that dazzling blue water, I spotted a line of smiling staff waving from the jetty. Check-in had already been taken care of in the VIP lounge at Malé, so from the moment we stepped off the plane, it was all welcome drinks and warm smiles. After an introduction to the island from the manager and a buggy tour of the resort, we were show

I always feel incredibly lucky when I’m asked to help organise something as meaningful as a milestone birthday trip - especially one that...

Last November, I was lucky enough to stay at two incredible Anantara hotels in the UAE, each offering something completely different but equally special. If you’re looking for luxury, exceptional service and a memorable stay, these are two properties well worth considering... Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel Anantara Downtown Dubai is a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city, just 20 minutes from the airport. Once you step inside the grand doors, the bustle of downtown Dubai

We wanted to do something special for our 20th wedding anniversary and knew Susan was the person to help us! We gave her a brief - it had to be a safari in South Africa followed by somewhere relaxing, to get over all the early morning game drives! Susan was able to make recommendations based on her own experiences, and she nailed it! We hadn't considered staying in more than one safari camp. Susan suggested it, and we couldn't have asked for better. Our first stop was Simbava

Earlier this year, I finally ticked off the Island of Spice - Grenada. Kicking off my trip with a few nights at Mount Cinnamon, a boutique hotel I’ve had my eye on for years, was the perfect start. Just 15 minutes from the airport, Mount Cinnamon is a stunning intimate boutique hotel perched on the hillside overlooking gorgeous Grand Anse Beach. As a self-confessed beach snob, let me tell you - this two-mile stretch of golden sand did not disappoint. The property itself felt

Thank you, Susan, for arranging such a wonderful holiday to Canada for us. The trip was filled with incredible highlights, from watching grizzly bears in their natural habitat to taking in the breathtaking scenery and spotting an amazing variety of wildlife, including sea lions, sea otters, bald eagles, black bears, and even a hummingbird! Niagara Falls was absolutely stunning, and the fireworks display at night was spectacular. We also had the fantastic experience of catchin

Big news. The Maldives have finally been ticked off my wish list! 😊 In July, I was fortunate to join a small group of Designer Travel colleagues for an 8-night educational trip to four different islands. We flew with the impressive Qatar Airlines via Doha - another first for me. I wanted to share an overview of my experience and what I feel each island has to offer. If you'd like more details, you know me - I love to chat about holidays! The first two islands I visited are c

Alison came to me pre-COVID to book a big trip to Canada. After a couple of enforced cancellations, it felt like the trip was not meant...

I love travelling, and now that 2020 is firmly behind us, I've been determined to return to my holidays. And I'm regularly asked about my...

It's a real pleasure to help Veena with her plans, and I admire her willingness to travel solo and see the world. When she reached out to...

The pandemic brought about challenging times for us all. As someone deeply passionate about exploring new destinations and learning more about the world, the limitations imposed during this period were hard. Not only did they impact my ability to book trips for my clients, but they also restricted my own trips and travel stories. With the recent transition to Designer Travel marking a new chapter in my journey, I'm thrilled to embrace the opportunity to make up for lost time,

Last June was a special month for me when finally, after many years of anticipation, I got to take my long-awaited trip to Newfoundland...