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Susan's Blog: My return to inspirational Nova Scotia and New Brunswick
It's no secret that I love Canada. The thought of fall foliage and pumpkins was simply too much to resist, so an autumn trip was always on the cards. With Covid airline credit still sitting with WestJet, I flew premium economy from Gatwick to Halifax, Nova Scotia - revisiting areas I'd explored over 15 years ago, discovering some new places and spending time in Saint John, New Brunswick with old friends. There is so much to share that I'll just pick out the highlights! Cape B
Apr 22


In The Press: Right To Roam, Nova Scotia, Oundle Life
I am delighted to share that I have a feature in the April 2026 edition of Oundle Life. The editorial team asked me to write about one of my favourite parts of the world - Nova Scotia, Canada. The piece is called Right To Roam and covers everything from the stunning Cabot Trail and Cape Breton Island to the food, the coastline and why this part of Canada keeps drawing me back. Click the link below to read the full article and browse the magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/
Apr 15


"Susan is enthusiastic, knowledgeable and nothing is ever too much trouble" - Susie and Steve
We just wanted to thank Susan for arranging our three-week holiday through British Columbia and the Canadian Rockies in September 2025. It was an unforgettable experience and she pulled out all the stops to celebrate my husband Steve's 60th birthday. From the initial consultation through to our return home, our itinerary reflected everything we had discussed - the fantastic landscapes, outstanding scenery and wonderful wildlife. Canada is a stunning country with wonderful peo
Apr 8


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


“Thank you for arranging such a wonderful holiday to Canada” – Janet and Clint
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
Nov 5, 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 were keen to run a feature on Canada's wildlife, inspired by my website piece on this wonderful destination. Click the link below to read my article and to browse the full magazine: online.flipbuilder.com/cwao/clni (My article starts on page 33).
Jan 10, 2024


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


“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 a holiday of a lifetime. Everything was so well orchestrated from the meet times and the transfers to the hotels and return flights home. The hotels throughout were great, with a special mention for the superb Sheraton Wall in Vancouver. Our trips to the Columbia Icefield, with the Sky Walk, Vancouver Island and Grouse Mountain, were all ve
Nov 10, 2023


“Asking for Susan's help proved to the best idea” - Dr S Chowdhury
Dear Susan, You have been so brilliant in arranging all that was needed to celebrate our special 25th wedding anniversary trip to Canada...
Aug 26, 2023


Client Blog: Gemma & Tom’s honeymoon in Canada
I have been organising holidays for the Norwood family for over a decade and was thrilled when Gemma and her fiancé, Thomas, reached out for some honeymoon help. After a few discussions, Canada was the chosen destination and I excitedly put together a mixed itinerary that included Vancouver; bear and whale watching on Vancouver Island; as well as Whistler, the Rockies, and ending in Banff… Although we had been married in spring, holiday restrictions at work led us to a June h
Aug 26, 2023


Client Blog: Michelle and friends’ dream trip to western Canada
Michelle contacted me back in 2020 to discuss a potential dream trip to experience Canada’s great outdoors with lifelong friends, Denise and Jeanette. Originally planned for the following year, the pandemic delayed their trip until summer 2022, but it certainly turned out to be worth the wait... A packed, two-week Canadian adventure with my best friends, encompassing a variety of experiences and seeing some essential places was the brief - and Susan totally nailed it. It was
May 21, 2023


Susan Pentelow has completed the Air Transat online training course
I am delighted to have successfully completed the online training course for the Canadian airline, Air Transat, to add to my collection...
Mar 22, 2023


“We are blown away by the expertise and detail Susan puts into every trip” - Debbie and Richard
We were introduced to Susan in 2012. I worked with her sister and when I needed some help to organise a special honeymoon in Costa Rica,...
Mar 8, 2023


"All we had to do was enjoy the holiday" - Kathy
My husband and I have booked with Susan of Holidaysplease for several years because we are looked after so well. Susan offers a personal...
Feb 4, 2023


In The Press: In love with Atlantic Canada, Oundle Life and Thrapston Life
I was delighted to have an article feature in two lovely local publications recently, Oundle Life and Thrapston Life. The editorial team...
Feb 4, 2023


Susan Pentelow has completed the New Brunswick online training course
I am delighted to have successfully completed the online training course for the Canadian province of New Brunswick, to add to my...
Jan 9, 2023


“All your hotel selections were spot on” - Michelle, Simon and Jack
Susan, I just wanted to drop you a line to say thank you from us all. Canada was amazing - so vast and beautiful - and we had a fantastic time. It was well worth the wait. All your hotel selections were spot on - from the gorgeous log cabin in Clearwater to a skyscraper in Vancouver! Banff and Whistler were my personal favourite locations. We have been shopping, white water rafting, hiking around mountains, walking across scary suspension bridges (testing my fear of heights),
Sep 5, 2022


“The entire itinerary was perfect; we couldn't have asked for better” - Christine
Susan, Thank you for arranging such a brilliant holiday for us - we had a fantastic time. The entire itinerary that you created was...
Jul 18, 2022


Client Blog: Doreen’s 80th birthday holiday of a lifetime to Canada
Doreen had contacted me to help plan a very special trip to Canada to celebrate her 80th birthday. We kept in touch regularly over the...
Jun 6, 2022


Susan’s Blog: My 2022 Travel Tips
In previous Decembers, when times were a little more normal in the travel world, I would review the year, making note of destinations,...
Dec 21, 2021
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