top of page
News Hub


In The Press: Turning Japanese - No country in the world like it, Oundle Life
I am delighted to have had another article in the August 2024 edition of a lovely local publication, Oundle Life. The editorial team were...
Jul 26, 2024


Client Blog: Alison & Colin’s New Zealand adventure
Alison came to me pre-COVID to book a big trip to Canada. After a couple of enforced cancellations, it felt like the trip was not meant...
Jul 9, 2024


“Every holiday booked through Susan has been great, and she's also a nice person” - Claudine
I love travelling, and now that 2020 is firmly behind us, I've been determined to return to my holidays. And I'm regularly asked about my...
Jun 19, 2024


Designer Travel wins big at the TTG Top 50 Awards 2024
Designer Travel has picked up two major awards at the TTG Top 50 Awards 2024, held on 25 April at the Victoria Warehouse in Manchester....
Apr 29, 2024


Susan Pentelow has completed the Sandals and Beaches Resorts online training course
I am delighted to have successfully completed the online training courses for the Sandals and Beaches Resorts, to add to my collection of...
Apr 23, 2024


SJP Holidays - Spring 2024 Newsletter
I recently dispatched my spring newsletter to my subscribers. If you want to have a read of the full newsletter, click here...
Apr 22, 2024


Client Blog: Veena in Korea
It's a real pleasure to help Veena with her plans, and I admire her willingness to travel solo and see the world. When she reached out to...
Apr 21, 2024


Susan's Blog: My travel plans for 2024 - making up for lost time!
The pandemic brought about challenging times for us all. As someone deeply passionate about exploring new destinations and learning more...
Apr 21, 2024


“Susan was so helpful; we had a fabulous holiday” – Nicola and Tony
I contacted Susan for recommendations on seeking a March sunshine break for us. She researched our requirements and provided helpful...
Apr 15, 2024


Susan Pentelow has completed the Ras Al Khaimah online training course
I am delighted to have successfully completed the online training course from the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, to add to...
Apr 5, 2024


Experience Classic Japan
There is no country in the world like it. Japan is a remarkable, incredibly varied and diverse country stretching over 3,000 km from the...
Apr 1, 2024


Client Blog: Penny & Bob’s Scandinavian and River Danube cruises
I was contacted by these lovely folk several years ago when I was recommended to them by their friends, and I have booked some lovely...
Mar 22, 2024


Designer Travel named TTG Luxury Homeworking Business of the Year
Designer Travel has picked up a prestigious award at the TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2024. Our co-owners, Karen Pocock and Amanda Matthews,...
Mar 4, 2024


Susan’s Blog: I am delighted to have joined Designer Travel
I am excited to be embarking upon a new chapter for my business with the decision to join the multi-award-winning Designer Travel. It’s...
Feb 24, 2024


Designer Travel wins Celebrity Cruises Appreciation Award
I was delighted to hear that on 11 January, Designer Travel was named as a winner at the Celebrity Cruises 2024 Travel Agent Appreciation...
Jan 15, 2024


In The Press: Right to Roam – Loving Canada's Wildlife, Oundle Life
I am delighted to have had another article in the January 2024 edition of a lovely local publication, Oundle Life. The editorial team...
Jan 10, 2024


Designer Travel named AITO's National All Star Agent 2023
Designer Travel is celebrating being named the 'National All Star Agent 2023' by the Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO) at...
Jan 8, 2024


Susan Pentelow has completed the Icelandair online training course
I am delighted to have successfully completed the online training course for Icelandair, to add to my collection of specialist online...
Dec 12, 2023


SJP Holidays - Winter 2023 Newsletter
I recently dispatched my winter newsletter to all my subscribers. If you want to have a read of the full newsletter, click here...
Dec 8, 2023


“Susan did what Susan does... worked her magic!” – Oliver & Jai
Susan was recommended to us by a friend when we booked our amazing honeymoon to St Lucia in 2013. She is always friendly, polite,...
Dec 5, 2023
bottom of page