Latest at Hallmark Travel

I got my Kicks … on Route 66! By Elizabeth Devery

By Charmaine Hallmark | October 16, 2016 |

I GOT MY KICKS ON ROUTE 66 by Elizabeth Devery … but before I get to the start of this famous roadway, I had a quick pit stop in the Big Apple!                     New York was very interesting and we had a packed schedule of just…

Love Me, Love My Dog

By Charmaine Hallmark | August 23, 2016 |

Your dog is part of your family, so if you’re having a ‘Staycation’ (a holiday in the UK) why not give him/her a holiday treat too? We are a nation of dog lovers, so here are some places where your dog will be as welcome as you. When you’ve decided where to go – we…

Oh to be in England!

By Charmaine Hallmark | July 23, 2016 |

OH TO BE IN ENGLAND And all the sights to see – just as good, often better than overseas. If you’re looking for something to do without the hassle of airports and passports/visas and vaccinations – try one or two of these gems in the English Crown. Who can help but love Shakespeare? And how…

Colourful and Unforgettable Peru by Gabriele Scholes

By Charmaine Hallmark | June 8, 2016 |

COLOURFUL AND UNFORGETTABLE PERU  South America was right at the top of my bucket list so when I was offered a short trip to Peru, I was very excited. Long haul flights can be exhausting, so the good news is that BA have started a direct flight to Lima from London Gatwick.  It’s a day…

Coco de Mer or Coco Chanel ….? The Seychelles and Dubai – heady delights! By Gabriele Scholes

By Charmaine Hallmark | June 2, 2016 |

COCO DER MARE OR COCO CHANEL THE SEYCHELLES AND DUBAI HEADY DELIGHTS by Gabriele Scholes I left the UK in great anticipation, this was my first experience with Emirates Airlines and so convenient too as they fly from Gatwick. A quick transit in Dubai and we were on our way to Mahe – the Indian Ocean…

A Two Centre Aussie & Kiwi Holiday by Ann & Graham

By Charmaine Hallmark | March 22, 2016 |

A TWO CENTRE AUSSIE KIWI HOLIDAY by Ann Graham Dear Charmaine A big thank you for all the planning you did for our recent trip to Australia and New Zealand, everything went according to plan and we had a marvellous trip.  It took us a long time to recover from the jet lag after our return,…

Our Guide to The Garden Route

By Charmaine Hallmark | February 19, 2016 |

OUR GUIDE TO THE GARDEN ROUTE by Richard and Jackie Hi Gabby Just wanted to let you know that we have returned safely from our adventure, to sum up the trip is easy as it was fantastic from start to finish with all arrangements working perfectly and the choice of venues was spot on. To…

River Cruising – how to choose

By Charmaine Hallmark | February 3, 2016 |

So, you’ve decided to try a river cruise …… you’ve decided where and which river…. now to decide with whom?! Let us help! Scenic – this is a 5-star luxury experience, with everything included from premium branded drinks, formal dining and a private butler! Scenic will take you exploring the rivers of Europe in state…

Three German Christmas Markets

By Charmaine Hallmark | January 8, 2016 |

THREE GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKETS  Travelling by train to Germany couldn’t be easier! I left London in the morning, had an easy connection in Brussels, to the Deutsch Bahn   service to Bonn, and arrived in the early evening – just in time to immerse myself in my first Christmas market experience in the charming square…

A Touch of Barbadian Luxury by Gabriele Scholes

By Charmaine Hallmark | December 17, 2015 |

A TOUCH OF BARBADIAN LUXURY Virgin Atlantic from Gatwick, convenient if you’re in the South, and a great start in the Virgin Clubhouse Lounge! Spacious and quiet, lots of seating and a treatment area for a facial or a manicure before your flight, a space for children and a business corner if you need to…