Our Team of Travel Experts
Designer Travel – Your Luxury Travel Experts
Founded in 2008 by Amanda Matthews and Karen Pocock, former directors of Co-operative Travel, Designer Travel was created from a shared passion for exceptional holidays and outstanding customer service. With decades of experience and insider knowledge, Amanda and Karen set out to build a brand that delivers personalised, tailor-made travel experiences for discerning clients.
Our Approach
At Designer Travel, we believe planning your dream holiday should be as enjoyable as the trip itself. That’s why we offer a truly personal service, with over 190 award-winning travel experts located across the UK. Wherever you are, there’s a Designer Travel specialist nearby ready to help with your perfect escape.
For those who prefer a face-to-face consultation, we welcome you to our travel shop in Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester. Here, you can sit down with one of our experts and discuss your travel plans in detail, ensuring every element of your holiday is tailored to perfection.
Why Choose Designer Travel?
We’re more than a travel agency – we’re your personal travel concierge, crafting unforgettable experiences across the globe. Whether you’re dreaming of a luxury beach escape, an adventurous expedition, or an elegant cruise, our experts will curate a holiday that reflects your style, passions, and budget.
Your journey starts here. Let us design the holiday you’ve always imagined.
Multi Award Winning Travel Company
Unmissable Luxury Holiday Offers
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Skiathos & Skopelos Twin Centre Escape
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South African Big 5 Safari, Cape Town, Winelands & Queen Anne Cruise
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Spain and France Cruise on Iona
Sail Away to Spain and France on Board P&O Cruises‘ Spectacular...
Designer Travel Exclusive Offers
Oceans of Discovery
Where Luxury Meets Exploration ✨ Save up to 40% on selected Regent Seven Seas Cruises voyages Savour every moment aboard the world's most luxurious cruise line, where all-inclusive indulgence, captivating destinations and exceptional service come together seamlessly. Limited Time Offer Book Your Luxury Voyage Today 🚢
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Princess Cruises Summer Savings
Summer Savings Are Here ☀️ Up to $1,500 FREE Instant Savings 3rd & 4th Guests Sail Free on Selected Voyages Set sail to incredible destinations and enjoy exceptional value with Princess Cruises. Book Now | Limited Time Offer
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P&O Cruises Extra Savings
P&O Cruises The Heat Is On ☀️ Up to £350 onboard spending money ✨ Plus an exclusive 10% saving for returning guests 🚢 Book your 2026 or 2027 cruise today Book Now | Enquire Today
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Riviera Travel
Save 10% on 2027 & 2028 Holidays Book your Riviera Travel river cruise, escorted tour or solo adventure early and enjoy exclusive savings on unforgettable journeys worldwide. Book Early • Save 10% • Travel Further ✨ Enquire Today
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Be Inspired
Our travel experts are passionate globetrotters who share their journeys through inspiring blogs filled with insider tips and exciting experiences. By sharing their firsthand accounts, our experts inspire clients to dream big and create unique adventures with our unmatched expertise at Designer Travel.
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Japan’s Hidden Corners: Kinosaki Onsen, Inuyama & Nagoya
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Top Tips for First time travellers to Japan
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A Proud Member of AITO
Proud Members of AITO – The Specialist Travel Association
Designer Travel is delighted to be a member of AITO, a prestigious network of over 120 independent travel companies dedicated to creating unique, authentic, and high-quality holidays worldwide. As an AITO Specialist Travel Agent, we have access to an unrivalled collection of exceptional experiences, helping you discover the perfect holiday tailored to your dreams.
When you book with us, you’re choosing expertise, trust, and a commitment to excellence.
Why book with Designer Travel?
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Savvy Traveller
At Designer Travel, we know how important it is to guide our customers through the process of finding their perfect holiday, where there are no nasty surprises after the booking is made. With that simple premise in mind, we are delighted to launch our new simple set of guidelines for customers to help them book a financially safe, secure and suitable holiday option with help on how to get the most out of the whole holiday booking and travel experience.
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Travel Homeworking at Designer Travel
We launched our business in 2008 with a clear goal of building a UK-wide luxury homeworking travel business with customers at the heart of everything we do.
We focus on recruiting passionate professional travel experts (PTE) who share the vision of "building a profitable travel business that delights customers and values its people". Today, we are proud to be a multi-award-winning, independent travel company working with several key travel partners to provide exceptional holidays via a team of over 180 Professional Travel Experts offering a combined travel knowledge of over 4,000 years.
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