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SJP Holidays - Summer 2025 Newsletter
I recently dispatched my summer newsletter to my subscribers. If you want to have a read of the full newsletter, click here ...
Aug 28, 2025


“Thank you for all your help, patience and assistance with our special trip which was just perfect" – Julie and Neil
It’s these kinds of stories that make my work so rewarding. Julie and Neil returned to Mauritius where they got married to re-new their...
Aug 19, 2025


Designer Travel’s 'Behind The Scenes' magazine, August 2025
The summer edition of Behind The Scenes is here, and it’s a particularly lovely one for me to share as it features my recent trip to Mykonos with the Myconian Collection - see if you can spot me in the photos on pages 14 and 15! There’s so much in this issue: from New Zealand experiences and Spain’s quietest tourism regions to top travel hacks for families and an introduction to adventure travel. Plus, the exciting news of four new industry awards for Designer Travel, includi
Aug 17, 2025


"Susan was amazing at organising my trip to New York - I’ll definitely be using her services again" - Simon
New York had been on my bucket list for years, but when it came to planning the trip, I didn’t know where to start. Susan made the whole...
Jul 31, 2025


In The Press: Mykonos: Just for partying?, Oundle Life
I am delighted to have had another article in the July 2025 edition of two lovely local publications, Oundle Life and Thrapston Life The...
Jul 7, 2025


Designer Travel’s 'Behind The Scenes' magazine, June 2025
The June edition of Designer Travel’s Behind The Scenes magazine has landed. I always enjoy reading what my colleagues are seeing and doing across the travel world, and this issue includes some lovely insights - from new hotels and family adventures in Costa Rica to thoughts on travelling more sustainably. It’s full of ideas, updates and a little inspiration if you’re thinking ahead to your next trip. Click here to take a look.
Jun 23, 2025


Susan's Blog: My stay at the spectacular W Maldives
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...
Jun 4, 2025


Susan’s Blog: My first stay with Ikos – and why it won’t be my last...
I was lucky enough to be invited to stay at the beautiful Ikos Aria in Kos earlier this year - and it did not disappoint. Although I...
May 21, 2025


SJP Holidays - Spring 2025 Newsletter
I recently dispatched my spring newsletter to my subscribers. If you want to have a read of the full newsletter, click here ...
May 6, 2025


Designer Travel’s 'Behind The Scenes' magazine, April 2025
Designer Travel has just released the April edition of our monthly magazine, Behind The Scenes. As your trusted travel advisor, I love keeping you updated with the latest travel trends and insider tips. In this issue, my Designer Travel colleagues, and I have pulled together some top recommendations to spark your holiday inspiration, along with useful tips and a competition. Click here to take a look.
Apr 22, 2025


Client Blog: The Patel family enjoy a 60th birthday to remember in Vietnam and Cambodia
I always feel incredibly lucky when I’m asked to help organise something as meaningful as a milestone birthday trip - especially one that...
Apr 22, 2025


"Thank you for arranging such a lovely holiday for us, it was perfect" – Terry and Sylvia
This one felt really special. Call me old-fashioned, but how wonderfully refreshing to receive a card from this lovely couple after their...
Mar 31, 2025


Susan’s Blog: Spotlight on two stunning Anantara Hotels in the UAE
Last November, I was lucky enough to stay at two incredible Anantara hotels in the UAE, each offering something completely different but...
Mar 23, 2025


Designer Travel’s 'Behind The Scenes' magazine, February/ March 2025
Designer Travel has just released the February/ March edition of our monthly magazine, Behind The Scenes. As your trusted travel advisor, I love keeping you updated with the latest travel trends and insider tips. In this issue, my Designer Travel colleagues, and I have pulled together some top recommendations for 2025 to spark your holiday inspiration, along with useful tips and a competition. Plus I'm delighted that the trip to Greece that I organised for my clients, Vanessa
Mar 11, 2025


“Susan made recommendations based on her own experiences, and she nailed it” - Rob and Claire
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...
Jan 30, 2025


In The Press: Q&A with SJP Holidays, Thrapston Life and Oundle Life
I’m thrilled and super proud to be featured in the January 2025 edition of the fabulous local publication, Thrapston Life – I even made...
Jan 27, 2025


SJP Holidays - Winter 2024 Newsletter
I recently dispatched my winter newsletter to my subscribers. If you want to have a read of the full newsletter, click here ...
Jan 2, 2025


"Nothing is too much trouble for Susan; she always goes above and beyond" – Rachael
I have entrusted my family adventures to Susan since 2018 when she organised an unforgettable 10th anniversary trip to Mauritius for my...
Dec 16, 2024


Designer Travel’s 'Behind The Scenes' magazine, December 2024
Designer Travel has just released the December edition of our monthly magazine, Behind The Scenes. As your trusted travel advisor, I love keeping you updated with the latest travel trends and insider tips. In this issue, my Designer Travel colleagues, and I have pulled together some top recommendations for 2025 to spark your holiday inspiration, along with useful tips and a competition. Click here to take a look.
Dec 12, 2024


Susan Pentelow has completed the Atlantic Canada online training course
I am delighted to have successfully completed the updated online training course for Atlantic Canada, to add to my collection of...
Dec 4, 2024
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