Our Team of Travel Experts
Designer Travel – Your Luxury Travel Experts
Founded in 2008 by Amanda Matthews and Karen Pocock, former directors of Co-operative Travel, Designer Travel was created from a shared passion for exceptional holidays and outstanding customer service. With decades of experience and insider knowledge, Amanda and Karen set out to build a brand that delivers personalised, tailor-made travel experiences for discerning clients.
Our Approach
At Designer Travel, we believe planning your dream holiday should be as enjoyable as the trip itself. That’s why we offer a truly personal service, with over 180 award-winning travel experts located across the UK. Wherever you are, there’s a Designer Travel specialist nearby ready to help with your perfect escape.
For those who prefer a face-to-face consultation, we welcome you to our travel shop in Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester. Here, you can sit down with one of our experts and discuss your travel plans in detail, ensuring every element of your holiday is tailored to perfection.
Why Choose Designer Travel?
We’re more than a travel agency – we’re your personal travel concierge, crafting unforgettable experiences across the globe. Whether you’re dreaming of a luxury beach escape, an adventurous expedition, or an elegant cruise, our experts will curate a holiday that reflects your style, passions, and budget.
Your journey starts here. Let us design the holiday you’ve always imagined.
Multi Award Winning Travel Company
Unmissable Luxury Holiday Offers
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City of Dreams Mediterranean, Cyprus
4 Nights from £899 per personDeparting Manchester or Gatwick | 30 November... -
Adriatic Discovery Tour – Slovenia, Croatia and Italy
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Norwegian Fjords Cruise on Sky Princess
7 Nights from £724 per personSailing 22 May 2027 from SouthamptonDiscover the...
Travelsphere
Save up to £800 on Travelsphere Holidays Breathtaking moments perfectly planned with Designer Travel. Book today and enjoy incredible savings.
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Regent Seven Seas
Enjoy a complimentary 2 Category Suite Upgrade plus up to 30% off select 2026 and 2027 sailings. Sail in elevated comfort with exceptional luxury included throughout your journey. Upgrade your voyage today and experience cruising at its most indulgent.
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Capo Bay Hotel - Cyprus
Experience barefoot luxury at Capo Bay Hotel, where chic beachfront living meets the crystal-clear waters of Protaras. Book your dream escape today with Designer Travel and let us craft your perfect Cyprus getaway.
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Princess Cruises
Set sail with Princess Cruises and enjoy exceptional savings across unforgettable voyages. Save up to £800 per stateroom and secure your next escape with a low £99 deposit. Book today and look forward to your next incredible journey.
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Celebrity Cruises
Enjoy exclusive savings for the second guest and up to $600 onboard credit. Make every moment extraordinary with added luxury and extra value on select sailings. Secure your voyage today and enjoy more for less.
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Over 4500 5 Star Customer Reviews
5 Star Reviews
Experience the excellence of our services through our 5-star customer reviews. We appreciate every single one.
Luxury Tailor-Made Holidays
We have over 500 holiday partners and our travel experts have in depth knowledge across the globe, so we are sure to be able to offer you exactly what you are looking for. Whether its relaxing on a beach or taking part in an exhilarating bucket list adventure we will ensure your dream holiday becomes a reality.
Be Inspired
Our travel experts are passionate globetrotters who share their journeys through inspiring blogs filled with insider tips and exciting experiences. By sharing their firsthand accounts, our experts inspire clients to dream big and create unique adventures with our unmatched expertise at Designer Travel.
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Ocean Travel from the eyes of a first timer.
by Darren Bien
There is a very interesting book called Odyssey: Pepsi to Apple, which tells the story of how... -
Cavtat, Croatia: A Seaside Dream You'll Want To Keep Secret
by Vicki Othen
Cavtat, Croatia: A Seaside Dream You’ll Want to Keep... -
Cruising Myths Busted!
by Suzanne Norris
🚢 CRUISING MYTHS… BUSTED! 🚢Thinking about your first ever cruise, but not quite...
A Proud Member of AITO
Proud Members of AITO – The Specialist Travel Association
Designer Travel is delighted to be a member of AITO, a prestigious network of over 120 independent travel companies dedicated to creating unique, authentic, and high-quality holidays worldwide. As an AITO Specialist Travel Agent, we have access to an unrivalled collection of exceptional experiences, helping you discover the perfect holiday tailored to your dreams.
When you book with us, you’re choosing expertise, trust, and a commitment to excellence.
Why book with Designer Travel?
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Savvy Traveller
At Designer Travel, we know how important it is to guide our customers through the process of finding their perfect holiday, where there are no nasty surprises after the booking is made. With that simple premise in mind, we are delighted to launch our new simple set of guidelines for customers to help them book a financially safe, secure and suitable holiday option with help on how to get the most out of the whole holiday booking and travel experience.
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Travel Homeworking at Designer Travel
We launched our business in 2008 with a clear goal of building a UK-wide luxury homeworking travel business with customers at the heart of everything we do.
We focus on recruiting passionate professional travel experts (PTE) who share the vision of "building a profitable travel business that delights customers and values its people". Today, we are proud to be a multi-award-winning, independent travel company working with several key travel partners to provide exceptional holidays via a team of over 180 Professional Travel Experts offering a combined travel knowledge of over 4,000 years.
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