Featured Specialism
Romantic & Milestone Travel
Honeymoons & Celebrations
From room choice and flight routing to the balance between rest and experience — honeymoons planned around the two people travelling.
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— Our SpecialismsPersonal advice,
Personal advice,
built around you.
Each specialism is supported by more than 20 years of travel-industry experience, supplier knowledge and first-hand travel experience where relevant.
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Local Service Areas
Personal Travel Advice From Marple
Based in Marple, Stockport and serving clients across Manchester, Cheshire and the North West — with the same personal service available remotely anywhere in the UK.
Local area
Marple
Our home patch — Marple, Marple Bridge, Mellor, Romiley and High Lane.
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Stockport
Personal travel advice across the Stockport borough and nearby SK postcodes.
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Manchester
Bespoke holidays for Greater Manchester families and professionals.
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Cheshire
Tailor-made escapes for Wilmslow, Alderley Edge and Knutsford.
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North West England
Premium travel planning across the region — and anywhere in the UK.
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How It Works
Your Journey Begins Here
Three simple steps to an extraordinary holiday
Step 01: Consultation
Share your travel vision in a relaxed conversation. We listen to your style, pace, and preferences.
Step 02: Bespoke Itinerary
Receive a tailored proposal crafted around you — no templates, no compromises, just thoughtful planning.
Step 03: Seamless Travel
From booking to return, enjoy 24/7 support and the peace of mind of full financial protection.
Your Personal Travel Counsellor
Planning Starts With Listening
With more than 20 years in the travel industry and the support of the wider Travel Counsellors platform, Joel brings practical knowledge and personal care to every trip he plans.
“I don't believe in simply selling you a holiday because it happens to be available. I want to understand who is travelling, what matters to you and what would make the trip feel right before I recommend anything.”
About Your Travel ExpertThe Difference
Why Clients Work With Joel
One conversation replaces twenty browser tabs. Joel listens first, explains the choices and stays your named contact.
Years Experience
Over 20 years experiencePersonal Advice
One-to-one personal adviceSupport
24/7 dedicated support20+ Years in Travel
Joel uses more than 20 years of travel-industry experience to ask better questions and narrow down the right options.
Personal Recommendations
Hotels, ships and itineraries are recommended around the individual traveller, not simply what happens to be available.
Financial Protection
Protection is provided through Travel Counsellors, including ATOL protection on eligible flight-inclusive packages.
Support While You Travel
Joel remains your named contact, backed by the Travel Counsellors duty office for urgent support while you are away.
Client Feedback
Trusted by Travellers Across the UK
Read the latest feedback shared by clients, or visit Google for the current public reviews.
"Joel acted on my request immediately, nothing was too much trouble. He found me exactly what I asked for. Communication was excellent. I would 100% recommend him to anyone looking to book a holiday."
"Very friendly and stress free to communicate with. We had a holiday booked within days of being introduced and my kids are over the moon. Something we haven't managed for years. Would absolutely recommend!"
"Joel listens to your requirements and tailors each trip to you personally. I've been so thrilled to have him helping me with my travels recently and I've recommended him to people very close to me who are also very pleased with the service he offers!"
"Joel was so helpful. My partner and I have not flown for 15 years so are quite apprehensive. He put our minds at rest and answered all our questions. Nothing was too much for him."
Your Free Consultation
Tell me what matters. I'll take it from there.
One conversation replaces twenty browser tabs.
Not sure where to start? Tell Joel what you are looking for. He will listen, ask the useful questions and come back to you within 24 hours.
No obligation · Financial protection through Travel Counsellors where applicable