Helen Durrant

Designer Travel Expert

Since October 2019

Hello, I’m Helen – your travel expert based in Evesham, Worcestershire, right on the doorstep of the beautiful Cotswolds.

With over 38 years of experience in the travel industry—including 25 years at the Evesham branch of Thomas Cook—travel has shaped both my career and my life. From my early days at Hogg Robinson in Stratford-upon-Avon to helping hundreds of clients plan their perfect getaways, I’ve always believed that the magic of travel starts the moment you begin to imagine your trip.

Travel has also been at the heart of my own family life. Together with my husband, our two daughters, granddaughter, and our beloved pets—Rufus the excitable cockerpoo and Pepsi the chilled-out cat—we’ve explored destinations near and far. Whether it’s a relaxing lodge break here in the UK or far-flung adventures to the Maldives, South Africa, or the Caribbean, I know how important it is for a holiday to feel just right.

My top three - South Africa, Cape Town, Winelands and the safari - Amazing - ticked so many boxes, Mauritius, and island of contrasts, beach and lots of nature to explore too, and for Europe, Turkey has a special place in the whole family‘s heart - we‘ve been going for years and its like home.

I specialise in creating tailored holidays that blend comfort, adventure, and unforgettable memories. Whether you‘re a couple seeking a romantic escape, a family in need of sun and sea, or just halfway to booking something yourself, I’m here to help you get it right, and maybe even find you a better deal!

Let’s take the stress out of holiday planning and make your next trip the best one yet.

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10 Reasons

To book with Designer Travel

1. We Care
We offer more than a computer, we care about your holiday as much as you do
2. Peace of Mind
Every holiday we sell is 100% financially protected and we are here for you whenever you need us
3. We will save you time
We will do all of the research and come back with options that you might not be able to find yourself, as we know where to look
4. Impartial advice
We are totally independent so can source holidays from hundreds of suppliers to find you the perfect one
5. Experience
We are all obsessed with travel, we can offer personal experience and we have influential contacts all over the world
6. Competitive Prices
We may not always be the cheapest, but we are competitive and we offer so much more than an online faceless company
7. Friendly service
We are delighted to offer a very personal service at a time and way that suits you, our repeat booking levels are industry leading
8. We remember you
We get to know you and your holiday needs, we even think about you without you realising when fab deals come in
9. We are here in a crisis
Proven by COVID-19, we have opened and been available every single day to sort new holidays, offer advice or apply for refunds
10. We are grateful
We never take any business for granted, and we know you have a choice so we will always do our very best for you

Accommodation Recommendations

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Antalya Coast
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This award-winning resort is located by a 150 m long sandy beach and just 2.5 miles from Side city c...

Rest of Croatia
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Hotel Split, Podstrana

Hotel Split is a fantastic, family owned boutique hotel ideal for a couples break close to Split. Wi...

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Le Meridien Lav, Split

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Hvar Island
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Amfora, Hvar Grand Beach Resort

One of the hotel’s stand-out features is the glorious cascading swimming pool. Lying within Medite...

Menorca
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Santo Tomas Hotel

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Lanzarote
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Sandos Papagayo Beach Resort

The beach is within easy walking distance of the hotel and is a lovely place to spend the day or get...

Majorca
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Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa

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Adriana, Hvar Spa Hotel

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Helen's Awards

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Kiwano Sustainable Travel
Awarded 28th Jul 2025

Sustainable Masterclas 2024

Mutli Award Winning Travel Company

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