M Delmar Travel Ltd

08/10/2026

Dublin Gas Fitters Social Club have been booking with us for years. They recently returned from a trip to Bratislava.
We have to give credit to Tony Naughton for this great video that he put together. Thanks Tony 🙌
We received really positive feedback after a rocky start, over 5 hours delayed in Dublin and then their transfer didn't show up but this group take everything in their stride.
I cant wait to hear from you in the new year when we can start to plan your next trip!!
Now, where to go!!
Suggestions???
Thank you all for trusting me to book your trips, I look forward to many more years looking after you.
Thanks for trusting me to put your trips together, I hope I can continue into the future..
Collette
From Vinny Hennessy
Regarding Bratislava , despite all the initial hitches , it was a great trip , really enjoyed by everyone.

The Hotel Devin was beautiful , you could see it had a bit of class and heritage compared to the modern style of hotel and you couldn’t ask for a better location , on the banks of the Danube.

Breakfast was really good too and as someone who travels to that part of the world every May with my football team, the breakfasts in that part of the World are never good!

Bratislava is a lovely city, quite small and easy to walk around and there are plenty of things to see over the course of a couple of days in a nice easy going way. The people are nice and friendly , food and drink are all cheap and if you needed to you could eat your lunch off the streets it’s that clean !

Four days is probably a bit too much in Bratislava as it’s small compared to other cities but that’s easily sorted by simply stepping outside your hotel door and hopping on the Twin City Liner up the Danube to visit Vienna , which we all did together on the Tuesday.

All in all, you will only get positive feedback from the gang and I will pass on your message.

I have some photos on my phone, but I have copied Tony here as he is our official photographer and he will have the best photos.

Thanks again for everything as always and the very best of luck to yourself and Maureen and everyone at MD Travel, you are always brilliant for The Fitters Club.
From Louise Whelan Kane
Bratislava is a lovely city to visit. It had so many places to see, what I really noticed was how clean the streets and pavements are. People are very friendly, choice of cafes and restaurants excellent. Its a city I would recommend to friends especially when you can take the lovely boat trip to Vienna. We had a lovely time.

Thanks so much again for all your help.
From Tony Naughton
Attached are some group photos from the Fitters trip to Bratislava.
The one on the boat is from our trip to Vienna. If you go on Tuesdays, seniors go for half price. The boat leaves from the front of the hotel.
The old town of Bratislava is very nice. Plenty of bars and restaurants. You can eat and drink cheaply or a bit more expensive, depending on your choice of venue. It's a very nice destination for a two or three day break. Any more than that would be a bit much as Bratislava is quite a small city.

01/10/2026

Fowlers Lagies Golf Society just returned from their away trip to Costa del Sol.
It was my pleasure to look after the Ladies and ensure that all of their requirements were met.
I just received a lovely message and a photo of the ladies enjoying a round of golf.
Messages like this really make my day and make me love doing my job even more.
Thank you Ladies for trusting me to look after your trip. I am currently working on your trip for 2027.
I look forward to many more years working together.
Thank you all very much.
We work with Sunincoming on the Cosat del Sol and have been working with Emilio for many years, he and his team always ensure that our mutual customers are well looked after.
Heres to many more year with Emilio and co.
Collette

Hi Collette
I am sorry I have not been in touch with you before now. I had hoped to see you in person to thank you so much for all your help with Fowlers Golfing trip to Belamadena. Everything went really well and the ladies really enjoyed the trip.
The hotel was lovely, great sized rooms and good food however it was a bit too big for some of our older ladies who found it hard to find their way around I am only telling you this Colette for future elderly customers.

The golf went well all transport arrived & collected the Ladies on time with very helpful drivers. The first two golf courses too hard for our age demograph, they were up the mountain and a lot of the ladies gave up after 9 holes. Mijas was flat and more popular.
I am not sure if you need this detailed information Colette however your work in organising our trip was very much appreciated by all the Ladies and I know our next years Lady Captain Madge intends to use Delmar for our away trip in 2027.

On my own behalf Colette I cannot thank you enough your professionalism and attention to detail in organising our trip you made my job as Captain of the Society so much easier.

Kind Regards
Ailish

17/09/2026

Wintersun on a FABULOUS Celebrity Cruises ship 🛳️, is there anything better!

19 Feb - 3 Mar 2027 / 12 Nts
Prime inside stateroom
Includes:
🍛All meals in complimentary dining venues
🍷Classic Drinks package
📶WiFi
💸Gratuites

Total price is €1,949.00 per person sharing, based on two sharing.

Itinerary:
Barcelona / at sea / at sea / Lanzarote / Tenerife / Gran Canaria / at sea / Madeira / Madeira / at sea / Tangier / at sea / Barcelona

This is super value for a wonderful holiday, costing only €162.00pppn, including all meals, drinks and world class entertainment.

If you would like more information please get in touch.

📧 [email protected]
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07/05/2026

Very good clients of OURS have just returned from a once in a LIFETIME trip and have shared a short synopsis of this amazing trip.
Thank you for always trusting me to look after your trips and I look forward to serving you for many years.
Collette 🫶

They cruised on Celebrity Solstice from Sydney to Honolulu and Honolulu to Vancouver.

If you would like to enquire about booking a cruise please get in touch.
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‘We began our journey with Malaysia Airlines, and both flights were genuinely excellent. The service was warm, the food was very good, and the twin seat layout made the long haul feel far easier than expected. For a trip of this length, we’ve learned it’s always wise to arrive a couple of days before a cruise — it gives you time to recover from the flights, adjust to the time zone, and removes all the stress around potential delays. It meant we started the holiday rested rather than rushed.

We spent those first days at the Four Seasons Sydney, which was the perfect base. Our room was ready early, beautifully comfortable, and had partial views of the Harbour Bridge — a lovely welcome after the long journey. From Sydney, we joined our Celebrity Cruises, where we had booked an AquaClass stateroom. This turned out to be a great choice for a long itinerary. The cabin was quiet, comfortable, and in a great location, and we enjoyed the spa inspired touches, the upgraded shower, and the option of dining in Blu when we wanted a calmer, more intimate setting.

The cruise itself was one of the most enjoyable and smoothly run holidays we’ve ever taken. The ship had a calm, elegant atmosphere, and the enrichment talks, wildlife spotting, and general onboard experience suited us perfectly. Our itinerary took us through New Caledonia, Fiji, Samoa, American Samoa, and Hawaii, and we booked every tour directly through Celebrity. This was absolutely the right decision. Every excursion was well organised, accurately described, and excellent value for money. We saw a big difference compared with many guests who had booked privately — quite a few had issues with late ship arrivals, mismatched tour descriptions, or operators who didn’t adjust to schedule changes. We never had a single problem, and it reinforced that booking through the cruise line is worth the extra cost for reliability and peace of mind.

Each destination offered something memorable. New Caledonia was relaxed and scenic; Fiji was warm, cultural, and welcoming; Samoa and American Samoa were stunning, with rich history and beautiful landscapes. One of the standout days of the entire trip was in Kona, Hawaii, where we joined a three part tour covering ancient cultural sites, wildlife viewing, coffee country, and a cloud forest sanctuary. It was the perfect blend of nature, education, and culture — exactly the kind of experience we love.

We ended our journey in Victoria, staying at the Pendray Inn, a charming heritage property that felt like a peaceful home away from home. It was the ideal place to unwind after the cruise. Our return flights with WestJet were perfectly fine — friendly service and smooth travel, though the food was only mediocre compared with Malaysia Airlines.

Using a travel agent made a huge difference to the entire experience. From coordinating flights to managing the cruise arrangements and ensuring everything connected seamlessly, it removed all the stress from planning. It felt like the whole trip unfolded effortlessly because the groundwork had been done so well.'

Photo 1. Lautoka
Photo 2. Fijian Man
Photo 3. Celebrity Solstice in New Caledonia

07/05/2026

Looking for holiday ideas!
How about a cruise on the Med in August??

Marella Cruises - Marella Explorer
22 - 29 Aug 26 / 7 Nts
Prices from €1,395.00 per person sharing

Itinerary:
Palma / at sea / Livorno for Florence & Pisa / Villefranche for Monaco / Toulon for Cote d'Azur / Barcelona / Valencia / Palma

Price includes
All Inclusive on the ship
Entertainment
Flights from Dublin with TUI Airways
20kg checked bag each
Reserved standard seating
Roundtrip coach transfers
Onboard gratuities

Optional upgrades
Premium All Inclusive supplement of €14.00 per person per day
Oceanview stateroom from €10.00 per person per night

If you would like more info or to make a booking please get in touch.

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15/04/2026

Booked your own flights, and need to book your accommodation? That is not a problem we can still take care of your accommodation requirements.

Due to the recent hack of a major accommodation provider it's more important now than ever that you book with a safe and trusted Travel Agent, aka MD Travel 😉

We have great hotel rates and you wont have to use your Credit card online to pay for it so your details are safe with us.

Call us at 01 8434538 or email [email protected] for a quote

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11/03/2026

Just spent a fabulous few days with ASM Ireland and Avalon Waterways onboard Avalon View in Amsterdam.
River cruising is becoming so popular with guests wanting to be fully immersed in their surroundings.
Avalon are the highest rated River Cruise company with Cruise Critic with a massive 4.7 out of 5.
The crew were amazing, so friendly and attentive, nothing was a problem. From our driver Fred, our waiter Martin, to the Cruise director Joost.
Thank you all so much for the experience. Looking forward to sending plenty more guests your way.
Thanks also to Alan and Jo-ann for looking after us all so well.
If you are considering a river cruise please get in touch - I'm dying to share my experience. From pillow menus and mattress choices to wonderful dining!
Collette MD Travel
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08/01/2026

Looking outside I wish I was heading off to the sun and even better, if I was going on a cruise 🚢⚓️

I just came across this amazing offer from MSC Cruises

Sailing from Southampton in the UK, departing on the 31st of October 2026 for 7 nights.
MSC VIRTUOSA

This cruise is costing from €865.00 per person sharing, based on two adults sharing an interior stateroom.
The price includes All meals in complimentary dining venues, Premium extra drinks package, hot drinks & water, gratuities and port fees & taxes.

This is amazing value for money, with all the options for dining, 15 alcohol based drinks per day, entertainment options to suit all and some nice ports of call.

I've been on many of the MSC ships and there are extras that I would recommend be added on at the time of booking.
1️⃣. Trio - speciality dining - this gives you three meals in three of the onboard speciality restaurants and the cost is minimal at only €83.00pp FOR THREE VERY GOOD MEALS.

2️⃣. Internet access - browse one device per person is currently only costing €95.00pp for the duration of your cruise, exceptional value and in some cases 40% better value than when booked onboard.

3️⃣. FunPass - there are different values you can purchase starting at a reduced rate of €65.00 per person for €90.00 worth of onboard credit. This can be used to pay for the F1 simulator, VR maze, bowling and many other options.

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20/11/2025

We love 💞 to hear 📣 from our customers when they return from a trip ✈️ and everything went to plan.
Groups are a BIG part of our business, and we can take the stress out of the organisation. With experience we can anticipate things that may crop up.

We recently arranged a trip to San Sebastian in Spain for St Johns Gospel Choir 🎙️🎧🎼🎹 from Ballinteer.

Great to hear from you and we look forward to working with you again, in the future.
Thanks for your very thoughtful card, also.

Regards
Collette and Maureen

"Hi Collette and MD Travel
On behalf of the entire gospel choir , I want to extend our sincerest thanks for the incredible job you did in organising our recent trip abroad to San Sebastián.
Your attention to detail , professionalism, and care ensured that every part of our journey - from flights and accommodation to the local transportation - ran smoothly and stress free .
Your dedication made a real difference and helped turn this trip into a meaningful and memorable experience for all of us.
We look forward to working with you again on future trips.

Kind Regards,

From all the Travel Committee
St John’s Gospel Choir trip to San Sebastián"

If you need help with a group, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

☎️ Call us on 01 8434538
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08/10/2025

Maureen and I attended the 2025 Irish Travel Agents Association Conference in the Centre of Portugal last weekend.

It was a fantastic event, organised with absolute precision. The conference content was highly relevant, and the speakers and panels were excellent. We even enjoyed poetry and singing, which made it a truly memorable occasion.

A big thank you to Visit Portugal, TAP Air Portugal, and the ITAA for all the hard work that went into making it such a success.

We stayed at the Montebelo Mosteiro de Alcobaça, where the hospitality was outstanding. Dinner in Vineyards Quinta da
Cerca do Colégio on Thursday, the gala night at the hotel, and our final evening at the Storytellers Palace Hotel in São Martinho do Porto were all wonderful highlights.

The fact that Irish Tourists spent €717mln in H1 of 2025, I've no doubt the investment in the conference will be recouped quickly.

Carlos, João, Cindy , Ricardo, and Marta — thank you all, and we look forward to seeing you again very soon.

Collette




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