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All the freedom and choice of independent travel with no hassle and no stress
Wendy Veal Luxury Travel Planner creates unique holidays that are tailor made to your exact requirements. Whether you know exactly what you want or are looking for ideas and inspiration Wendy has the experience, knowledge and insight to bring your dream holiday to life. Benefit from: • Unlimited holiday options
• Unrivalled personal service
• The best deals guaranteed
• 100% financial protection
Start your holiday stress free and make memories that last a lifetime...
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tailor made luxury holidays
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AFRICA Vast, diverse and often misunderstood Africa boasts 54 countries, bustling metropolises, friendly people, inspiring landscapes and many world class luxury travel experiences Stunning aerial view of Cape Town, South Africa • Breakfast with a view on the Savanna plains of the Serengeti, Tanzania • Clifton Beach, Cape Town, South Africa • Baby Eastern Mountain Gorilla, Uganda. Trek to see families of gorillas in their natural habitat, one of the world’s greatest wildlife experiences!
“I never knew of a morning in Africa when I woke up that I was not happy. “ - Ernest Hemingway
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Hello! Giraffe in front of Kilimanjaro • Luxury resort with pool at night • Spices at a Moroccan market, Marrakech • Zebras graze and herd on Savanna at sunset • Zebu cart on a dust round lined by baobab trees • Luxury tourist resort hideaway in the woods.
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AUSTRALASIA
Natural wonders, cosmopolitan cities, picture perfect beaches, paradise islands and a warm Antipodean welcome everywhere you go Uluru, or Ayres Rock and the Red Centre, don’t miss Kata Tjutu, the Olga’s or Kings Canyon too • The iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge at nightfall • Beautiful beach on French Polynesia’s Bora Bora one of the planet’s ultimate luxury travel experiences Reflection of Mitre Peak in Milford Sound in Fiordland National Park, New Zealand.
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Kangaroo on pristine white sand beach • Bungee off Auckland’s Sky Tower or Paraglide over the adrenalin sports heaven of Queenstown • The steaming spring champagne pools of Wai-O Tapo geothermal area, Rotorua, New Zealand • Aerial view of the stunning Bora Bora.
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CARIBBEAN Year round sunshine, perfect beaches, untouched tropical islands and plenty of Caribbean flavour with unlimited luxury travel options
Beautiful Caribbean sunset • White sand, palm trees and turquoise sea, Bottom Bay, Barbados • Colourful houses in Philipsburg on the beautiful French/Dutch influenced St. Marten • Relax and take it easy at a beach side spa • Jet skiing from a luxury resort, Cancun, Mexico. Luxury apartment with palm trees and a sea view, Dominican Republic • Yacht at the jetty, Exuma, Bahamas • Tropical luxury resort and pool at night • Cruise port terminal in Bridgetown, Barbados • Stunning view of St Lucia, a melting pot of African, Indian, Caribbean, British, Spanish and French influence.
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EUROPE
Ours is a truly diverse continent rich in language, cuisine, history, culture, scenery and teeming with options for luxurious travel. And all just a short hop away
The second smallest continent, Europe accounts for over half the world’s tourism and 7 of the most visited 10 countries in the world. Explore!
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Infinity pool at luxury resort & spa, Pieria, Greece • Istanbul, the Bosphorus and iconic Blue Mosque at sunset • UNESCO World Heritage site the Château de Chambord, Loir Valley, France • Stunning view of the Coliseum, Rome, one of the greatest works of Roman architecture and the largest amphitheatre in the world The picturesque Amalfi coastline, Salerno, Italy • The natural wonder of Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights most visible in Sweden, Iceland, Finland, Norway, Lapland and Canada • Tuscan farmhouse in Val-d-Orci after sunset • Mountain Lake in Tatra National Park, Slovakia • Ski Resort, Courchevel, French Alps.
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INDIAN OCEAN AND SUBCONTINENT
Bustling cosmopolitan cities, ancient civilisations and thousands of paradise islands include some of the world’s most popular luxury holiday, honeymoon and romance destinations Beautiful Indian Ocean sunset, Maldives • Aerial view of water bungalows over the turquoise Indian Ocean • Beach Bungalows on a tropical island • Elephants drinking at the river, Sri Lanka • Speed boat on the beach of Coco Islands, Seychelles • Traditional stilt fishing at sunset in Galle, Sri Lanka
White marble Taj Mahal built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal • The Taste of India, Indian coloured spices at a market • Sunrise at the Golden Temple, Amritsar Punjab • Safika Lemurs amongst the bamboo, Madagascar.
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MIDDLE EAST A land of contrasts. Timeless desert sands, ancient civilisations & some of the world’s most modern and fabulously luxurious metropolises
The iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah Hotel, repeatedly voted the world’s most luxurious hotel boasts 202 luxurious duplex suites, personal butlers, nine world-class restaurants and bars, four swimming pools, a private beach, Talise Spa, Rolls-Royce, Mercedes and helicopter airport transfer service and complementary access to Wild Wadi Water Park!
The beach of a luxury hotel, Abu Dhabi • Scuba diving over coral reef, Egypt • The luxurious Atlantis hotel at night • The Battuta Mall UAE, shopping at its finest! • Monastery at Petra, Jordan’s ‘Rose City’, a UNESCO World heritage site.
Swimming pool and gardens at luxury hotel Saadayat Island, Abu Dhabi • Enjoy a night under the stars or an evening at a Bedouin Camp, Oman • Abu Dhabi’s Grand Mosque illuminated at night • Four wheel drive through the Wadi Rum desert, Jordan.
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NORTH ASIA RUSSIA & CHINA Rich and diverse cultures borne of ancient civilisations combine with thriving modern cities, vast landscapes and some of the world’s great journeys “It is better to travel 10,000 miles than read 10,000 books” Chinese Proverb The Kinkaku-ji Temple (or Golden Pavilion), a Zen Buddhist temple, Kyoto, Japan • Fountain outside of the Bolshoi Theatre, Moscow • The Cathedral of Vasily the Blessed, St Basil Cathedral, Red Square, Moscow • A hiker rests on a Himalayan trek, Nepal.
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The Sun Temple, Buddhist Shrine high in the Himalayas • Mount Fuji with reflection in Lake Kawaguchi, Japan • The Great Wall stretching east to west across China’s historical northern border • Temple of the Forbidden City, Beijing, China • Shanghai-Pudong skyline at night, Shanghai, China • Tokyo Sky Tree, the tallest building in Japan open as a restaurant for observation and for broadcasting.
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SOUTH AMERICA An intoxicating blend of natural wonders, rich history and culture and increasingly a party destination for the luxury travel jet set
The colourful houses of Caminito, a vibrant tourist hotspot in La Boca, Buenos Aires • Breakfast over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil • Land Iguana, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador • Rugged landscape around Ipanema Beach, Rio, well known for it’s elegance and social qualities • UNESCO World Heritage Machu Picchu, ‘The Lost City of the Incas’ high in the Andes of Peru. Carnival! Rio de Janeiro • Yachts in the harbour Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires • Tango, Salsa and Samba, the rhythm of South America • The spectacular Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentine Patagonia.
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USA & CANADA From world class cities to breathtaking natural beauty, from romantic breaks to the ultimate family adventures and countless luxury lifestyle options, North America can be whatever you want it to be
The iconic Statue of Liberty, Liberty Island, Manhattan New York • Niagara Falls night time light show • Romantic couple in front of the Santa Monica ferris wheel • Bedroom in Hôtel de Glace, Canada. Hotel entirely redesigned for 15th anniversary in 2015 • Luxury apartment with swimming pool, Hawaii. Canoeing Mountain Lake, Rocky Mountains, Alberta, Canada • Waterfront mansion with yachts, Fort Lauderdale, Florida • Alaskan brown bear goes fishing • Trailer at sunset, so many great journeys • San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge at night.
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SOUTH EAST ASIA Tropical climates, rich culture, wonderful cuisine, truly welcoming people and unlimited luxury options that can offer great value for money
Long Tail Boat, Andaman Sea, Thailand • The unspoilt Koh Rang Island, Cambodia • Bangkok skyline at sunset • Wooden Buddha statue and clear blue sky • Singapore Fullerton Hotel at night. Beautiful swimming pool in tropical resort, Phuket, Thailand • Beautiful sunset at Halong Bay, Vietnam • Male Orangutan cleans his teeth after lunch, Borneo • Angkor Wat sunrise at Siem Reap, Cambodia • Beach at Angtong Island, Samui Thailand.
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About Wendy Veal A tailored luxury holiday with Wendy Veal is created around your specific requirements. Totally independent, Wendy Veal is able to offer informed and unbiased advice on the widest range of holiday options. Whether you are looking for the biggest brand names through to small, niche operators you can be sure to get the best deals and experiences you want and without paying for anything you don’t!
Worldwide Destinations
Luxury Travel Whether you want a single or multi-destination trip or even a world-wide globe-trotting experience, Wendy has the contacts, experience, and knowledge to create an itinerary based around your requirements – whether they are set in stone, or a list of experiences with an open mind on how and where they are achieved.
Start your holiday the moment you leave the front door and make sure you return relaxed and refreshed with Wendy Veal’s seamless travel options. Have as much or as little organised for you as you wish from taxi’s to chauffeur driven cars, airport lounges, the best airlines or your own private jet. Consider yachting, cruise or great train journeys, not forgetting car and motorbike hire be it an off-road 4x4, a practical get-about or something special that you’ve always dreamed of.
As well as booking as much or as little of your trip as you require, Wendy can provide insight for each destination and point you in the right direction.
Accommodation
Event Planning Wendy can source the finest accommodation from villas, chateaus and castles to world renowned hotels.
Celebrating an event or occasion abroad can make for an unforgettable experience. Whether the celebration is the focus of the entire holiday such as wedding, a special anniversary shared with family and friends or something altogether more intimate for the two of you, Wendy can make all of the arrangements down to the finest point.
From opulence to boutique, luxury resorts to private islands. From secret hideaways for two (with or without butler or staff service - your choice) to families or large groups, Wendy can ensure you have everything you need and are located exactly where you want to be.
Independent Travel Experts
From venues to menus, specific locations, wine lists or decor, you have unlimited options on what you can do and where you can do it.
Support Wendy Veal is part of the Independent Travel Experts network renowned for their commitment to providing customers with quality service and expert holiday advice, based on years of professional experience.
In addition to the direct support you receive from Wendy Veal, as part of Independent Travel Experts you have the reassurance of a first class customer service team available 24/7 in both the UK and at your destination.
Independent Travel Experts was launched in 2011 in partnership with the Travel Trust Association (TTA), a division of The Travel Network Group (TTNG). They are fully bonded to offer the highest level of financial protection for clients.
Unlike major tour operators our destination support agents are not there to host ‘introductory meetings’ or sell excursions you probably don’t want, meaning that when you need them they are simply a phone call away.
“Wendy Veal has booked my last four holidays and always provides a first class service. Wendy now knows us well and takes care of everything - advising on itinerary, finding accommodation and the finishing touches - she always exceeds our expectations. We highly recommend.” - Jon Saunders
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Thank you for looking at my new travel inspirations brochure! I am an Independent Travel Expert with over 20 years experience in the travel industry and a personal passion for luxury travel. As part of the Independent Travel Experts team I am lucky to work with a limitless supply of options meaning I offer unbiased, impartial and professional advice and can choose from the widest range of suppliers and contacts to create a truly bespoke holiday for each client. It also means that clients are fully covered financially and fully supported by a first class customer service team. I hold direct relationships or make direct contact with all suppliers to ensure you that not only do you get the best deal available but you can be sure that the little touches that make all the difference will be exactly as you’d hoped. I can provide destination insight and ideas, door to door care, an unbeatable range of accommodation and travel options as well as the finer things in life; fine wine and dining or thoughtful little touches for that special moment. I can ‘open-doors’, source much sought after tables, and even tickets for carnivals, music, sporting events...you name it! Travel is my vocation and personal passion and I have also been privileged to have visited a vast amount of destinations, which of course helps to find you your ideal vacation. I hope you like what you see in my brochure. It’s just a very small taste of what is out there for the discerning traveller. Why not take the next step and give me a call or arrange a meeting at your convenience? I can always travel to your home or work for that personal touch. I hope to hear from you soon!
Wendy Ps. You can learn more at my wendyvealinspirations.com website including great special offers and you can also keep in touch and informed through twitter and facebook.
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Contact Wendy for more details or to arrange a free, no obligation appointment today
wendyvealinspirations.com W: 0161 4604627 M: 07860 212628 wendy@wendyvealinspirations.com
Wendy Veal is an Independent Travel Expert (ITE) who are part of the Travel Network Group, ensuring full support and 100% financial protection for our clients. We are ATOL bonded and a member of the Travel Trust Association.
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