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Client Blog: Penny & Bob’s Scandinavian and River Danube cruises
I was contacted by these lovely folk several years ago when I was recommended to them by their friends, and I have booked some lovely...
Mar 22, 2024


Designer Travel named TTG Luxury Homeworking Business of the Year
Designer Travel has picked up a prestigious award at the TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2024. Our co-owners, Karen Pocock and Amanda Matthews,...
Mar 4, 2024


Susan’s Blog: I am delighted to have joined Designer Travel
I am excited to be embarking upon a new chapter for my business with the decision to join the multi-award-winning Designer Travel. It’s...
Feb 24, 2024


Designer Travel wins Celebrity Cruises Appreciation Award
I was delighted to hear that on 11 January, Designer Travel was named as a winner at the Celebrity Cruises 2024 Travel Agent Appreciation...
Jan 15, 2024


In The Press: Right to Roam – Loving Canada's Wildlife, Oundle Life
I am delighted to have had another article in the January 2024 edition of a lovely local publication, Oundle Life. The editorial team...
Jan 10, 2024


Designer Travel named AITO's National All Star Agent 2023
Designer Travel is celebrating being named the 'National All Star Agent 2023' by the Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO) at...
Jan 8, 2024


Susan Pentelow has completed the Icelandair online training course
I am delighted to have successfully completed the online training course for Icelandair, to add to my collection of specialist online...
Dec 12, 2023


SJP Holidays - Winter 2023 Newsletter
I recently dispatched my winter newsletter to all my subscribers. If you want to have a read of the full newsletter, click here...
Dec 8, 2023


“Susan did what Susan does... worked her magic!” – Oliver & Jai
Susan was recommended to us by a friend when we booked our amazing honeymoon to St Lucia in 2013. She is always friendly, polite,...
Dec 5, 2023


Susan’s Blog: Iceberg Alley and my long-awaited trip to Newfoundland and Labrador in Canada
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...
Nov 29, 2023


“Susan showed great organisational skills, and nothing has been too much trouble” – Lin & Rob
After a four-year delay, our wonderful trip to Australia finally happened! Susan has shown great organisational skills in booking our...
Nov 29, 2023


“Susan epitomises the value of an experienced travel agent” – Gordon
Susan has been helping my family with holidays for several years and we are extremely appreciative of her hard work. This summer we found...
Nov 20, 2023


“Thank you for all the effort that went into organising a holiday of a lifetime” - Carol
Dear Susan, On behalf of our entire group, I really would like to thank you for all the hard work and effort that went into organising us...
Nov 10, 2023


Susan Pentelow has completed the St Vincent & The Grenadines online training course
I am delighted to have successfully completed the online training course for St Vincent & The Grenadines, to add to my collection of...
Nov 6, 2023


Designer Travel wins at 2023 Aspire Awards
Designer Travel has won the prestigious Luxury Homeworking Business of the Year: Large category at the 2023 Aspire Awards. Leading trade...
Oct 19, 2023


Designer Travel awarded UK’s Best Homeworking Agency by Classic Collection Holidays
Designer Travel picked up the award for Best Homeworking Agency at the Classic Awards, hosted by Classic Collection Holidays. The event...
Oct 15, 2023


Designer Travel picks up 'One To Watch' award at the 2023 ATAS Conference
After 2022’s excellent inaugural event, the Association of Touring & Adventure Suppliers (ATAS) Conference has become an eagerly...
Oct 12, 2023


Susan Pentelow has completed the Amelia Island online training course
I am delighted to have successfully completed the online training course for Amelia Island, located just off the coast of northeast...
Oct 4, 2023


SJP Holidays - Autumn 2023 Newsletter
I recently dispatched my autumn newsletter to all my subscribers. If you want to have a read of the full newsletter, click here...
Sep 20, 2023


Susan’s Blog: Spotlight on East Winds, Saint Lucia
Last winter, I was privileged to spend a few nights at the beautiful East Winds Hotel as part of my Caribbean holiday. I enjoyed my stay...
Sep 19, 2023
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