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✈️ MORE CHOICE DOESN’T ALWAYS MEAN A BETTER HOLIDAY…In fact, sometimes having hundreds of destinations, hotels, room typ...
15/09/2026

✈️ MORE CHOICE DOESN’T ALWAYS MEAN A BETTER HOLIDAY…

In fact, sometimes having hundreds of destinations, hotels, room types, flights, transfers and excursions to choose from can make booking your holiday feel like a full-time job! 😂

That’s where I come in.

My job isn’t to tell you what holiday you should have.

It’s to listen to what matters to YOU.

Relaxation? Adventure? Family time? Luxury? Exploring somewhere completely new?

I’ll help you cut through the noise, explain the options, answer the questions you might not even know to ask, and help you find a holiday that actually fits.

Because the best travel decisions should feel like YOUR decisions.

And the best part? You get all of my advice, experience and support without paying a penny more than booking it yourself.

Every holiday I arrange is ABTA & ATOL protected too.

So… if you could have someone take the stress out of choosing your next holiday, what would you want them to help you with?

📞 01635 783453
📧 [email protected]
🌍 mikedaymond.notjusttravel.com

13/09/2026

☀️2027 Holiday Vibes anyone?

If you’re thinking about your 2027 holiday now the weather is starting to change, get in touch, let`s me plan something for you to look forward to.

📞 01635 783453
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🌐 mikedaymond.notjusttravel.com

My holidays won’t cost you a penny extra compared to booking yourself — but I’ll take the stress out of planning it.

And all holidays are ABTA & ATOL protected.

12/09/2026

☀️ THINK SUMMER IS OVER? THINK AGAIN… 🌴

Just because October is here doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to sunshine!

If you’re looking for a little escape from grey skies, chilly mornings and the inevitable “is it too early to put the heating on?” debate 😂, Europe still has some fantastic options.

My latest video highlights 5 European escapes where summer isn’t quite ready to leave:

Paphos, Cyprus – around 25°C
Valletta, Malta – around 22°C
Maspalomas, Gran Canaria – around 24°C
Chania, Crete – around 20°C
Sharm el Sheikh – around 28°C

Whether you want beaches, culture, great food, exploring or simply a few days doing absolutely nothing… October can be a brilliant time to get away. ✈️☀️

And the best bit? You don't have to spend hours comparing flights, hotels and transfers across different websites.

That’s where I come in. I can take care of the whole thing for you, at no extra cost compared with booking it yourself.

So… where would you escape to this October? 👇

📞 01635 783453
📧 [email protected]
🌐 mikedaymond.notjusttravel.com

Your holiday won’t cost you a penny more compared to booking it yourself, and all holidays are ABTA & ATOL protected.

🚂 DID YOU KNOW?Some of the world's greatest holidays don't involve flying at all?Rail travel is enjoying a huge comeback...
11/09/2026

🚂 DID YOU KNOW?

Some of the world's greatest holidays don't involve flying at all?

Rail travel is enjoying a huge comeback—and it's easy to see why.

Imagine waking up to the Swiss Alps outside your window...

Sipping coffee as vineyards roll past in France...

Travelling through Norway's dramatic fjords...

Or journeying from London all the way to Italy, Spain or even Turkey by train.

Rail holidays let you slow down, relax and enjoy the journey instead of simply rushing to the destination.

With spacious seats, incredible scenery and city centres just steps from the station, train travel has become one of Europe's most enjoyable ways to explore.

It's also a fantastic option for travellers looking to reduce flying without sacrificing adventure.

Best time to visit: Spring and autumn often provide the best weather and fewer crowds.

💡 Travel Tip: Multi-centre rail holidays are one of my favourite itineraries to create because every journey becomes part of the holiday itself.

📞 01635 783453
📧 [email protected]
🌐 mikedaymond.notjusttravel.com

My holidays won't cost you a penny extra but take all the stress away.

All holidays are ABTA & ATOL protected.

If you could take one epic rail journey anywhere in the world, where would it be? 🚂👇

🌴 THINK THAILAND IS JUST BEACHES? THINK AGAIN… What if your next trip to Thailand could take you from bustling city stre...
09/09/2026

🌴 THINK THAILAND IS JUST BEACHES? THINK AGAIN…

What if your next trip to Thailand could take you from bustling city streets and ancient temples… to misty mountains, ethical elephant encounters and some of the most beautiful islands in the world? 🤩

This 15-day Thailand adventure does exactly that!

📍 Bangkok
🏛️ Ancient Ayutthaya
🐘 Chiang Mai & an ethical elephant sanctuary
⛰️ Doi Inthanon – the highest point in Thailand
🏯 Chiang Rai & its incredible temples
🌴 Phuket
🏝️ Phi Phi & James Bond Islands

It’s the perfect mix of culture, adventure, nature and relaxation — without having to choose between them.

And this is exactly where using a travel consultant can make a huge difference.

Rather than simply booking a hotel and a flight, I can bring all the pieces together, arrange the transfers, experiences and internal flights, and make sure your holiday actually flows.

Because Thailand is a country you really want to experience… not just visit. ❤️

So, if you had 15 days in Thailand, what would be at the TOP of your list?

🐘 Elephants
🏯 Temples & culture
🌴 Beaches
🏝️ Island hopping
⛰️ Mountains & nature

Tell me below! 👇

If Thailand is calling, let's chat:

📞 01635 783453
📧 [email protected]
🌐 mikedaymond.notjusttravel.com

My holidays won’t cost you a penny more compared to booking yourself, and all holidays are ABTA & ATOL protected. ✈️🔒



📸 INSTAGRAM

🇹🇭 15 DAYS. 5 DESTINATIONS. ONE EPIC THAILAND ADVENTURE. 🌴

Thailand isn’t just about lying on a beach…

💡 BOOKING IT YOURSELF CAN LOOK CHEAPER… UNTIL SOMETHING GOES WRONG.It can be tempting to book your flights with one comp...
08/09/2026

💡 BOOKING IT YOURSELF CAN LOOK CHEAPER… UNTIL SOMETHING GOES WRONG.

It can be tempting to book your flights with one company, your hotel with another, transfers separately and perhaps even your excursions through someone else.

On paper, it might look like you’ve found the best deal.

But what happens when one part of that chain goes wrong?

A cancelled flight could mean a missed transfer.
A delayed flight could mean arriving after your hotel’s check-in.
A change to one booking could have a knock-on effect across the rest of your itinerary.

Suddenly, that “cheaper” holiday can become a very expensive headache — and potentially a holiday ruined by something that started with just one small problem. 😩

When I arrange your holiday, I look at the whole journey rather than just individual bookings.

Where possible, I arrange your flights, accommodation, transfers and other elements through a package with one tour operator. That means the different elements of your holiday are connected, rather than you having to deal with multiple separate suppliers if something goes wrong.

And if there is a problem, you have someone like me in your corner to help. 🙌

It’s not just about finding you a holiday.

It’s about making sure the whole journey works together.

And my holidays won’t cost you a penny more compared to booking yourself, with all holidays ABTA and ATOL protected. 🛡️

💬 Would you rather save a little money upfront, or have the reassurance that someone is looking after the bigger picture?

📞 01635 783453
📧 [email protected]
🌐 mikedaymond.notjusttravel.com

05/09/2026

✈️ Summer 2027… are you ready to look beyond the usual holiday hotspots?

One of the things I genuinely enjoy about being a Travel Consultant is keeping an eye on what’s happening before somewhere becomes the next big thing.

🌍 Travel trends
🏝️ Emerging destinations
🏨 New hotels
✈️ New flight routes
🔎 Places that are quietly starting to appear on the radar

It means you don’t have to spend hours scrolling through websites trying to work out where might be worth considering.

A couple of destinations in this Reel have really caught my attention.

🇦🇱 Himarë, Albania is definitely one I’d have on my radar.

Beautiful coastline, clear water, great food and a more laid-back feel. 🌊

If you like the Mediterranean but fancy somewhere a little less obvious than the traditional hotspots, I think Himarë could be a brilliant choice.

Then there’s 🇻🇳 Côn Đảo, Vietnam.

This one is much more of a wildcard.

🌴 Remote.
🌊 Beautiful.
😌 Peaceful.

And far removed from some of Vietnam’s busier tourist destinations.

I could see it working brilliantly for someone who wants a relaxing beach escape as part of a bigger Vietnam adventure.

And that’s the bit I love about my job.

It’s not just about knowing where to go.

It’s about knowing who it’s right for. 🎯

🏨 The right hotel
📍 The right location
✨ The experiences worth adding
🗺️ How long to stay
✈️ And how to build the rest of the holiday around it

That’s where I can take the hard work away from you.

I’ll do the research.
I’ll find the options.
I’ll put the itinerary together.

You just need to tell me what you want from your holiday. 😊

So, if you’re thinking about summer 2027 holidays and fancy going somewhere a little different, drop me a message. 📩

You never know… your next favourite destination might not be somewhere you’ve even heard of yet.

👇 Where would you love to discover next?

Mike Daymond | Travel Consultant
📞 01635 783453
📧 [email protected]
🌐 mikedaymond.notjusttravel.com

My holidays won’t cost you a penny more compared to booking yourself, and all holidays are ABTA and ATOL protected. 🛡️

⭐ DID YOU KNOW?Booking through a travel consultant can actually give you MORE than booking online?Many people assume boo...
04/09/2026

⭐ DID YOU KNOW?

Booking through a travel consultant can actually give you MORE than booking online?

Many people assume booking online is always the best option.

But that's not always true.

As an independent travel consultant, I have access to hundreds of trusted travel partners, meaning I can often find added value that's not obvious on comparison websites.

That might include:

🏨 Room upgrades

🍾 Complimentary extras

🚢 Onboard cruise credit

🍽️ Resort dining offers

🚗 Better flight options

📞 And perhaps most importantly...someone to look after you before, during and after your holiday.

If flights change, hotels need amending or you simply need advice while you're away, you're speaking to a real person who knows your booking—not a call centre.

That's something no website can replace.

💡 Travel Tip: Even if you've found a holiday online, send it to me. I can often match it or find something even better.

📞 01635 783453
📧 [email protected]
🌐 mikedaymond.notjusttravel.com

My holidays won't cost you a penny extra but take all the stress away.

All holidays are ABTA & ATOL protected.

Have you ever used a travel consultant before? I'd love to hear about your experience! 👇

🌎 WHAT IF YOUR NEXT HOLIDAY WASN’T JUST ONE DESTINATION… BUT AN ENTIRE ADVENTURE? 🇵🇪🇦🇷When most people think about a mul...
02/09/2026

🌎 WHAT IF YOUR NEXT HOLIDAY WASN’T JUST ONE DESTINATION… BUT AN ENTIRE ADVENTURE? 🇵🇪🇦🇷

When most people think about a multi-destination holiday, they might picture two beach resorts or a couple of European cities.

But what about PERU & ARGENTINA? 👀

This incredible 22-day journey takes you from:

📍 Lima – Peruvian culture, history & incredible food
📍 Cusco – the heart of the ancient Inca Empire
📍 Urubamba – surrounded by the spectacular Sacred Valley
📍 Aguas Calientes – gateway to the bucket-list wonder of Machu Picchu
📍 Mendoza – mountains, vineyards, rivers & world-class w**e 🍷
📍 Buenos Aires – tango, architecture, culture & incredible food
📍 El Calafate – home to the jaw-dropping glaciers of Patagonia 🏔️

And that's the beauty of a multi-destination holiday…

You're not simply going somewhere.

You're experiencing somewhere.

Different landscapes.
Different cultures.
Different flavours.
Different adventures.

All wrapped into one incredible journey. ✈️

And this is exactly why I love creating tailor-made touring and multi-destination holidays — because sometimes the perfect holiday is the one you didn't even realise you could put together.

💬 Would Peru & Argentina be on your travel wish list?

If you could choose ONE stop on this itinerary, where would you go?

📞 01635 783453
📧 [email protected]
🌐 mikedaymond.notjusttravel.com

Your holiday won't cost you a penny more than booking it yourself, but you'll have me taking care of the details and the stress.

✈️ All holidays are ABTA & ATOL protected.

01/09/2026

📸 DOES YOUR HOLIDAY LOOK AS GOOD IN REAL LIFE AS IT DOES ONLINE?

We’ve all done it… seen that picture on Instagram or Facebook and thought:

“WOW… I NEED to go there!” 😍✈️

But here’s the thing…

A beautiful photograph only tells you part of the story.

It doesn’t show you the crowds.
It doesn’t show you the queues.
It doesn’t show you the noise.
It doesn’t show you the location of the hotel.
It doesn’t show you what’s happening just outside the frame.

That stunning, empty-looking beach? It might actually be packed. 🏖️

That gorgeous attraction? You might spend hours queuing to get the perfect photo. ⏰

That beautiful hotel photo? It might look very different when you discover the busy road, building work or nightlife just outside. 👀

And that’s exactly why where you stay, when you go and what you do matters just as much as how beautiful it looks online.

💭 So before you book your next holiday, ask yourself more than “Does it look beautiful?”

Ask:
👉 What will it actually be like when I’m there?
👉 Is it right for me?
👉 Will I love the experience, not just the photograph?

That’s where I come in.

I don’t just look at the pretty pictures. I help you find the holiday that looks good AND feels right. ❤️

And the best bit? My holidays won’t cost you a penny more than booking it yourself.

Your holiday will also be ABTA & ATOL protected.

📞 01635 783453
📧 [email protected]
🌐 mikedaymond.notjusttravel.com

So tell me… have you ever arrived somewhere and discovered it looked VERY different from the pictures online? 👇

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