Leanne Smyth

Diamond Award Winner 2025

Leanne Smyth

Cockermouth

Designer Travel Expert

Since November 2024

Hello and welcome to Designer Travel by Leanne Smyth, I am an independent travel agent based in the charming market town of Cockermouth, Cumbria with over 26 years of experience.

My independence allows me to offer unbiased advice and tailor-made travel experiences designed specifically to meet your needs.

As an independent travel specialist, I pride myself on tailoring every itinerary to suit your unique needs, whether you’re seeking a family adventure, a relaxing retreat, a cultural adventure, or a bespoke holiday experience. My dedication to excellence and attention to detail have earned a reputation for reliability and exceptional customer service.

During my career I‘ve been fortunate to enough to travel extensively to destinations such as Thailand, Malaysia, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Australia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Canada, Florida, New York, Maldives, Mexico, Jamaica, Antigua, Barbados, Jamaica, St Lucia, South Africa, Durban. I have taken numerous cruises around the Caribbean, Mediterranean including the small islands of Croatia.

Use my expertise and passion for travel to help you create unforgettable memories. Trust in my experience and independence to turn your travel dreams into reality.

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To book with Designer Travel

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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

Articles

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20th Nov 2025
Maldives
Maldives - Siyam World

My Unforgettable Escape to Siyam World Maldives: A Dreamy Stay in a Pool Water VillaIf you’ve ever...

20th Nov 2025
Thailand
Thailand - Phuket

My Unforgettable Trip to Phuket: Staying at Centara Karon, Exploring Phi Phi Islands & The Best Excu...

20th Nov 2025
Thailand
Thailand - Bangkok

Bangkok: The City That Stole My HeartIf there’s one place I never expected to fall completely in l...

20th Nov 2025
Thailand
Elephant Hills Phuket

My Unforgettable Experience at Elephant Hills Phuket: A Thailand Adventure You Must TryIf you’re d...

20th Nov 2025
South Africa
South Africa - Cape Town

Discovering Cape Town: A Personal Journey Through History, Nature, Waterfront Luxury and WildlifeCap...

20th Nov 2025
South Africa
South Africa - Franschhoek

Franschhoek: A Personal Journey Into South Africa’s Most Charming Winelands TownSome places stay w...

20th Nov 2025
South Africa
South Africa - Garden Route

My Unforgettable Journey Along South Africa’s Garden RouteThe Garden Route had been on my bucket l...

20th Nov 2025
South Africa
Kariega Game Reserve

Kariega Game Reserve: An Unforgettable Safari Escape on South Africa’s Eastern CapeIf you’re dre...

20th Nov 2025
Vietnam
Vietnam & Cambodia

Voyage Through Time: My Journey on the Angkor to the Bay TourIf you’re dreaming of a trip that ble...

21st Aug 2025
Skiathos
4 Night Trip to Skiathos

Skiathos Town: A 4-Night Guide to the Heart of the SporadesI’ve just returned from a 4-night trip ...

14th Aug 2025
Rest of Europe
Explora Journeys - My Experience

Explora I — A Luxurious Voyage: Days 1–3Day 1: First Impressions of Pure LuxuryStepping aboard E...

31st Mar 2025
Morocco
Morocco - Intrepid Tour

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Leanne's Awards

2
Platinum Award 2025/26
Awarded 11th Sep 2025

In recognition of outstanding contribution to Designer Travel in the year of 2025/2026

Diamond Award 2025/26
Awarded 15th Jul 2025

In recognition of outstanding contribution to Designer Travel in the year of 2025/2026

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