Susan Dearing

Designer Travel Expert

Since December 2013

During my 20 plus years in the industry I have gained a wealth of knowledge working as a Travel Consultant. I have travelled extensively and visited many countries including Canada, USA, Majorca, Italy, Egypt, Turkey, Mauritius, Greece, Dubai, Scandinavia and Madeira. I especially enjoyed my skiing trips and the time that I spent in New York and Mickey‘s home state of Florida.

The product knowledge I have acquired over the years means that I can help you with a broad range of holiday options, from cruising the seven seas to short breaks, family or tailor-made holidays to worldwide destinations, overseas weddings and honeymoons and of course my all time favourite skiing!

I have recently been on a couple of cruises so have more extensive knowledge on this area of travel too which is becoming more and more popular

I thrive on making sure that I give my customers the best possible service and listen to their needs/requests so as to make sure that my holiday recommendations really hit the spot and are tailored to each individual.

As I work from home, I am contactable during the evenings and at weekends which many customers who work full time find particularly helpful.

I look forward to helping you to plan your holidays and to making sure it‘s all perfect for you.

Susan

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Articles

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6th Jun 2025
Singapore
Singapore - Artyzen Hotel

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19th Mar 2024
Spain & Islands
Marella Explorer Canarian Flavours

Marella Explorer - Marella Explorer joined the fleet back in 2018. The ship stepped up to the plate ...

19th Mar 2024
Lapland
Finnish Lapland - Snowmobile Voyager

I had the amazing opportunity to take a trip with Transun on their 4 night Snowmobile Voyager in Feb...

2nd Sep 2023
European cruise on P&O's Ventura

I sailed on the P&O Ventura from Southampton last week and visited Santander, Vigo, Lisbon, Porto an...

2nd Sep 2023
Silverseas Norwegian Fjord Cruise on the Silver Dawn

Back home now from an incredible trip to the Norwegian Fjords on the Silver Dawn. The service, food,...

21st Dec 2021
Fuerteventura
Alua Suites, Corralejo, Fuerteventura

Our second hotel visit of the trip was to see the Alua Suites which is just across the road from the...

21st Dec 2021
Fuerteventura
Secrets Bahia Real Resort and Spa

For our annual conference this year, we stayed at the adults only @SecretsBahiaReal in Corralejo, Fu...

10th Dec 2015
Capo D'Orso, Cala Capra, Northern Sardinia

The Capo D'Orso is positioned in Northern Sardinia only 40km from Olbia Airport and overlooks the Ar...

19th Aug 2015
Ikos Olivia, Halkidiki

I visited the Ikos Olivia shortly after opening and was very impressed with the Hotel.   Set in 22 ...

28th Jul 2021
Le Meridien Limassol Spa and Resort

Situated in Limassol, Cyprus, this 5 Star hotel has an abundance of facilities to accommodate all tr...

19th May 2015
Marbella Beach Hotel

One of Corfu's most luxurious hotels set in a beautiful location on a wooded hillside overlooking th...

11th Feb 2014
How do I find the best Family Holiday for you??

I would like to think of myself as an expert in European Family Holidays so would like to explain wh...

15th Sep 2014
Egypt
Egyptian Visas

There can sometimes be a bit of confusion about needing visas for Egypt as some areas state they are...

13th Feb 2014
Canadian Rockies - A skiers paradise

The Canadian Rockies is a huge area with fabulous scenery, good snow and a wonderful sense of the gr...

11th Feb 2014
Romantic Weekends In Paris

Ever thought about whisking your loved one away for a romantic weekend to the Love capital of Europe...

10th Feb 2014
New York Hints and Tips

New York - The City that never sleeps! This amazing city is full of culture, sights, shows, shops a...

9th Feb 2014
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi has everything - Beach, City and Desert Adventures!

Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates and offers all you could want from a city with...

9th Oct 2013
Florida

Florida - well where do I start! There is so much to see and do in the US State of Florida from th...

9th Sep 2013
Ski the Dolomites - Sella Ronda

The Sella Ronda of the Italian Dolomites is an amazing circular network of lifts and pistes taking y...

8th Sep 2013
European Hotels with Creche Facilities

  Looking for a family holiday that caters for every member of the clan? It really isn't easy find...

5th Sep 2013
Crete

  Crete is more like a small country than another Greek island. It’s not just Greece’s larges...

Accommodation Recommendations

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Singapore
Touring Holiday
Luxury Holidays
City Breaks
The Outpost Hotel

The Outpost Hotel Sentosa – Chic, Adults-Only Luxury with a View Perched on a scenic hilltop with ...

Singapore
Touring Holiday
Luxury Holidays
City Breaks
Wellness
Artyzen

Artyzen Singapore – A Bold Fusion of Culture, Art, and Elevated Luxury Welcome to Artyzen Singapor...

Costa Del Sol
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Ikos Andalusia

At Ikos Andalusia there is no shortage of places to indulge in the all-inclusive package, with 7 res...

Barbados
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Sugar Bay Barbados

Sugar Bay Barbados offers a wide range of on-site activities and amenities so you‘ll find everythi...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Papillon Zeugma Relaxury

Papillon Zeugma Relaxury is a family-friendly hotel set in spacious landscaped gardens with easy acc...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Papillon Belvil

As well as the nearby beach, the hotel has no less than 8 swimming pools – 3 of which are indoor p...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Beach Club Doganay

The nearby pebble and sand beach is a short walk away through a tunnel. A good selection of waterspo...

Bodrum Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Kusadasi Golf & Spa Resort

Stretch out on a sunlounger on the nearby beach or besides one of the eleven pools, taking a dip whe...

Bodrum Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Richmond Ephesus Resort, Kusadasi

The resort enjoys a wonderful location close to a pristine, Blue Flag beach. Enjoy the sun or try ou...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
IC Hotels Santai Family Resort, Belek

This five-star resort occupies a privileged location in Belek with the beach just a few minutes’ w...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
IC Hotels Green Palace, Kundu

This excellent, expansive resort has beautifully maintained green gardens, 7 swimming pools, a good ...

Dalaman Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Club & Hotel Letoonia, Fethiye

This wonderful, family-friendly resort is just a short ride from the pretty fishing port of Fethiye....

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Crystal Sunrise Queen Luxury Resort & Spa

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

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Crystal Palace Luxury Resort & Spa

At the resort, you can relax on the beach or take part in some of the activities such as watersports...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Crystal Admiral Resort Suites & Spa

Lying close to the beach in Side Kizilot and with a great selection of activities, restaurants and b...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Concorde De Luxe Resort, Lara

Located close to the beachside in the popular resort of Lara in Antalya is the superb Concorde De Lu...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Belek Beach Resort Hotel

This is an excellent luxury resort for a family holiday as it offers stylish, comfortable accommodat...

Dalaman Coast
All Inclusive Holidays
Rixos Premium Gocek Suites & Villas

This all-inclusive resort is set on the outskirts of Gocek and has wonderfully maintained gardens, t...

Dalaman Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotel Aqua, Icmeler

As well as a beautiful beachfront location, guests at Hotel Aqua enjoy close proximity to a wealth o...

Bodrum Coast
Family Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Vogue Bodrum

Down at the beach you can simply relax or enjoy some of the watersports on offer like jetskiing, par...

Bodrum Coast
Family Holidays
Rixos Premium Bodrum

The hotel has a 200m long private beach where you can enjoy a selection of watersports including sur...

Bodrum Coast
Family Holidays
Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum

The hotel overlooks the sparkling Aegean waters and has access to two sandy beaches. You’re well p...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort & Spa

This exceptional resort has a wealth of amenities and activities on offer including 9 à la carte re...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Barut Hemera

You’ll certainly never be bored at Barut Hemera with so many activities on offer throughout the da...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Susesi Luxury Resort

Susesi’s name translates to ‘sound of water’ and you’ll find a huge network of pools through...

Antalya Coast
Akra Barut Hotel

The hotel has four outdoor pools and a children’s pool, an indoor pool, sun terrace with loungers ...

Madeira
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Pestana Porto Santo Beach Resort & Spa

A free shuttle service runs which will take you to the main village of Vila Baleira and the 18-hole ...

Algarve
Family Holidays
Hilton Vilamoura As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa

The hotel boasts six large pools with cascading waterfalls and it has the advantage of being close t...

Algarve
Family Holidays
Epic Sana Algarve Hotel

The long sandy beach is just a few minutes walk from the resort, reached from a series of boardwalks...

Mauritius
Family Holidays
Mauricia Beachcomber Resort & Spa

The nearby beach offers gentle waters that are ideal for watersports such as waterskiing, windsurfin...

Mauritius
Family Holidays
Honeymoon Destinations
Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa

The hotel is set amongst 25 acres of lush tropical gardens and next to a beach stretching more than ...

Mauritius
Family Holidays
Canonnier Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa

Guests will love the cascading swimming pools and ponds set in the heart of the 17 tropical acres of...

Mauritius
Family Holidays
Honeymoon Destinations
Shandrani Beachcomber Resort & Spa

There’s so much to choose from at Shandrani. There are three white-sand beaches and a great select...

Paphos
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Honeymoon Destinations
Adult Only Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Olympic Lagoon Resort, Paphos

The Olympic Lagoon Resort boasts a prime, blue flag beach front location as well as four beautiful ...

Italian Coast
Honeymoon Destinations
Boutique Holidays
Castello di Casole

The Essere Spa is a relaxing sanctuary in an impressive space. Situated in what was originally the ...

Amalfi Coast
Honeymoon Destinations
Boutique Holidays
Bellevue Syrene, Sorrento

As well as being in a fantastic, picturesque location itself, Bellevue Syrene well placed if you’d...

Lanzarote
Family Holidays
Princesa Yaiza Suite Hotel Resort

The hotel has three glorious swimming pools and two kids pools plus plenty of terraces and sunlounge...

France
Family Holidays
Terre Blanche Hotel Spa Golf Resort

This well-regarded top class resort boasts stunning views and enjoys a fabulous setting in the hills...

Algarve
Family Holidays
Pine Cliffs Residence

Pine Cliffs has a range of sporting activities on offer including a 9-hole golf course and putting g...

Hurghada
Adult Only Holidays
Steigenberger Makadi

Steigenberger Makadi is located just over 5 miles from Makadi Water World and the New Marina and Hur...

Algarve
Family Holidays
Martinhal Beach Resort & Hotel

There‘s a vast array of activities, restaurants and pools as well as a Spa if you wish to complete...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Barut Lara Resort & Spa

There’s a great selection of pools at Barut Lara – three outdoor swimming pools plus one aqua po...

Antalya Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Paloma Grida Resort & Spa Hotel

The resort has beautifully landscaped gardens and is located directly on a Blue Flag beach where you...

Bodrum Coast
Family Holidays
All Inclusive Holidays
Hotels with Waterslides
Paloma Pasha Resort

Enjoy the unspoiled beauty of Izmir and Ozdere at Paloma Pasha Resort which is located directly on i...

Tenerife
Family Holidays
Hotel Suite Villa Maria

We loved this resort for its laid back and friendly atmosphere, beautifully furnished villas and the...

Algarve
Family Holidays
Monte Santo Resort

The Monte Santo offers 5 Star accommodation and is located in eight hectares of beautifully landscap...

Singapore
Shangri-La Hotel Singapore

The hotel offers a wide range of facilities including a swimming pool set in a tropical landscape, ...

Singapore
Honeymoon Destinations
Raffles Singapore

Raffles is located between Orchard Road, Chinatown and Little India – a fantastic base from which ...

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