Sent by Tim & Tracey Jackson
Stone 02/08/2025
Debbie was really helpful, nothing was too much trouble. We were really impressed how she replied to our emails and answered our questions at all times of day even late into the evening.
Based In Staffordshire
Debbie Hayward-Bird
Available for new enquiries
It's Nice To Meet You
Welcome and thank you for visiting my web page.
My name is Debbie, I have been a travel agent for over twenty years and first started working in the travel industry in 1989.
I have managed my own travel branch for a number of years and worked for luxury independent agencies so I have first-hand experience in offering a wide range of holidays, destinations and suppliers, including weddings and honeymoons, tailor-made itineraries, city breaks, family holidays, Cruises, Ski , no enquiry is beyond my capability.
I thoroughly enjoy working within the travel industry, customer service has always been paramount to me, nothing is more satisfying than building a close relationship with my clients, finding them a wonderful holiday, listening to their holiday stories and feedback on their return.
Working as a Travel Counsellor enables me to provide the one to one service and to deliver the best customer service possible for my clients, which also means being available seven days a week. It’s also important for me to understand what your dream holiday would be so I can meet your requirements, think of me as your personal travel concierge.
My support, care and attention doesn’t stop at finding you a holiday, I pride myself on delivering excellent after sales service too which means I can book excursions for you to enhance your holiday experience, contact your hotel directly with any special requests you may have and keep you informed with any relevant travel advice.
I will take the care and attention in finding your dream holiday as I would my own.
I have travelled to many wonderful destinations over the years, some of my most memorable experiences which I am privileged to share with you are enjoying the powder soft sands of Barbados, the stunning sunsets over the Caldera in Santorini, Christmas in New York, walking the Great Wall of China, the intense performance of Tosca at the lavish opera house in Prague, swimming in the crystal clear waters of Sardinia, the exhilarating Amalfi Coast drive and wandering through the narrow streets of Positano which is one of my favourite places
in Italy and try to visit with my family at least once a year.
A holiday to me is more than just a holiday it’s an experience and a wonderful memory that should last a lifetime!
By booking with me at Travel Counsellors you have peace of mind that you are financially protected through our Travel Counsellor financial trust and ATOL.
I would be honoured to be your travel concierge and to arrange your next dream holiday!
My customer stories
Sent by Katie Beardsmore
London 30/04/2025
I found Debbie to be super helpful, nothing was too much trouble. We are so excited for our honeymoon . Due to my work commitments it was no trouble to contact Debbie out of office hours.
Sent by Beardsmore Susan
Ludlow 12/11/2024
We were looking for someone to help us plan our family trip to Canada for next year, we came across Debbie via a google search, we had never used a travel counsellor before, but I'm glad we did. Debbie took all of the hard work out of planning our trip and put together a wonderful itinerary. We will defiantly arrange all of our holidays with Debbie again - Thank you
Sent by Lucy Woodhouse
stafford 27/10/2024
It was our first time using a Travel Counsellor. Debbie was really helpful and planned a tailormade holiday for us, nothing was too much trouble.
Sent by Julie Wilson
Liverpool 10/10/2024
Debbie has been amazing and totally understanding of the type of holiday we was looking for. Now we can’t wait to get away and enjoy a well deserved break.
Sent by Melissa and Joe
London 12/08/2024
Debbie listened to what we wanted and then offered us a range of options, including all the information we could possibly need to make a decision. The service was personal and it felt like nothing was too much trouble. We will keep coming back to Debbie to book our holidays and will recommend her to everyone!
Sent by Jackie Wright
Walsall 26/05/2024
We are very happy with Debbie's service she goes above and beyond. We will definitely book with her again. Score 10/10
Sent by David Harvey
London 21/03/2024
My wife and i booked our honeymoon through Debbie. We found her to be extremely responsive and reliable ,she found us a wonderful honeymoon within our budget. We changed our minds a few times during the enquiry process but nothing was too much trouble. 10/10 we were very happy with the service.
Sent by Louise Lester
Stone 08/03/2024
Debbie was very helpful and found us a great holiday within our budget. Nothing was too much trouble. Debbie was quick to respond and spent time looking at different options for us, we felt under no pressure what's so ever. We are able to view our holiday on the app and pay in instalments too.
Sent by Sue Davies
Stone 31/01/2024
My husband an I booked our recent holiday through Debbie. We had never used Travel Counsellors before. It was lovely to have that one to one service with someone really experienced in the industry. Nothing was too much trouble whatever time of day or evening. Debbie always replied promptly when needed. We will defiantly book again. Thank you
Sent by Melissa and Joe .
London 01/07/2023
Debbie gave excellent service, going above and beyond our expectations, thinking of everything and being meticulously detailed. She kept us posted through the booking process, took on board our feedback and provided a great range of options. Thankyou so much, we're already thinking about the next holiday!
Sent by Susan Mills
Wolverhampton 26/04/2023
We are very happy with Debbie's service, she really listens to what you are looking for, she didn't rush us or put us under any pressure. We booked our holiday and Debbie did everything for us, from checking us in on-line, booking our seats to printing all of our documents and even sent us a message when we arrived on holiday to check everything was ok she has become a friend as well as a great a travel agent. We have recommended her to all of our friends. Thank you
10/10
Sent by Colleen and Stewart .
Wolverhampton 27/03/2023
Debbie as gone beyond helpful in helping us to find The best holiday to suit our needs and budget She made the whole experience so easy, no messy forms or emails to fill out, she did everything even down to arranging our car parking
I've already recommended her to work colleagues, friends, and family. We will be using Debbie's expertise for our future holidays, her customer service is above and beyond! Thankyou Debbie for making the whole experience a wonderful one, Many thanks Stewart and colleen
Sent by Rose Goodarde
Shrewsbury 16/02/2023
Debbie has been the absolute best! She has gone above and beyond to organise our holiday, nothing was too much trouble plus she did everything whilst struggling with covid. I’m already recommending her to friends and family and am going to be asking her to book next years holiday once we have returned from this years. Wonderful service, thank you!
Sent by Philip Morland
Bloxwich 13/10/2022
This is the very first time I have used a Travel Counsellor and have been most impressed with the help received . Debbie has always answered my questions very promptly and has been helpful.
Sent by Sarah JAMES
Walsall 04/10/2022
My husband and I normally book our holidays online, but we read one of Debbie's Travel Blogs as we follow her on social media. We thought we would give Travel Counsellors a try. We found Debbie to be extremely knowledgeable and helpful ,she found us a lovely holiday within a budget we could afford. We will use Debbie again for all of our future holidays. Thank you
Sent by Rita Clarke
Cannock 17/05/2022
Just returned home from a lovely holiday that Debbie arranged for me and my family. The holiday was perfect, Debbie used her knowledge to recommend a lovely hotel for us it was just what we wanted. It was lovely to have a phone call on our return as well to check in with us to see how it went. We cant wait to travel again and will contact Debbie when we look at booking our next holiday.
Sent by Doreen Fletcher
Stafford 04/05/2022
Great Service, friendly and personal yet professional and efficient. I would have no hesitation recommending Debbie
Sent by Jane Whitehouse
Burton 22/04/2022
Debbie used to book our holidays several years ago so we were thrilled she had decided to work for herself with TC. Debbie found us a lovely holiday, she takes so much care and attention to find us what we are looking for and really cares about finding us a suitable holiday within our price range. Debbie is always on hand if we need any help and checks in with us on our return to make sure all went well. Her service and attention to detail is exceptional - 10/10
Sent by Nick Donaldson
Stafford 07/04/2022
My fiancée met Debbie at a recent wedding fayre, we really didn't know where to start in organising our wedding abroad. She is very experienced in organising weddings, we found her really helpful.
Sent by Angie Parr
Birmingham 07/04/2022
I contacted Debbie about organising a holiday for a special occasion for 2023. She was very helpful and nothing was too much trouble. We changed our minds a lot with what we wanted and she was so patient and caring. I have found a travel agent for life now it's hard to find such great service these days - thank you Debbie
Sent by Graham Stafford
West Midlands 24/05/2021
Debbie is an excellent Travel Counsellor who worked very hard to find and secure a property for our family holiday.
TC Score 10/10
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Visit Grenada the spice island
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Galapagos Crusie
23/02/2023
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Visit the beautiful Seychelles
13/10/2022
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Book your Wedding or Honeymoon with confidence
04/10/2022
There's a whole world of Wedding & Honeymoon destinations to discover. And as your Travel Counsellor, I can introduce you to them all.
Sani Resorts
16/02/2022
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Ikos Resorts
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Book with confidence
16/02/2022
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Beyond the Horizon
24/05/2021
You will always have the support of a real person, be it face-to -face, by video, phone or email - whenever you need me.
Luxury Travel
24/05/2021
Whether you are looking to book a private villa, a private boat or a private jet! At Travel Counsellors no travel is beyond our limits.
Always here for you !
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When you're ready to travel again I'll be here for you, both for trips around the UK, and to distant shores.
Book With Confidence
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My Blog
I absolutely live and breathe travel and I love to write about my experiences! Please take a look through my posts - you might find your own holiday inspiration.
Travel Blog -Experience the Magic of a Christmas Market Break
14 August 2025
There’s nothing quite like a chilly evening spent strolling through a traditional Christmas market during the festive season. Indulge in all things Christmas as you shop, stroll and sip on spiced mulled wine against the backdrop of a quaint town square, Baroque palace or enchanting castle. Flights and accommodation should ideally be booked by late summer, with late August to early September bein
Travel Blog Tobago
30 April 2025
Explore a hidden paradise in Tobago There are so many reasons to love the Caribbean Island of Tobago. It’s a great destination for those looking for a holiday that fosters community development while contributing to the conservation of nature and cultural heritage. Plus, it’s much easier to get to from the UK thanks to twice-weekly direct flights from London Gatwick with British Airways. Unspoil
Explore the wonders of Italy in style aboard “La Dolce Vita “Orient Express
11 February 2025
When you think of luxury travel, what comes to mind? If you're like most, the Orient Express is a name that conjures images of elegance, romance, and a bygone era of unparalleled glamour. But what if I told you that this legendary train experience has returned to Italy, offering a fresh, vibrant take on luxury travel through its iconic landscapes? Welcome aboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express,y
MY TC APP
06 January 2025
Our myTC app is a 'must' for any traveler! Being a Travel Counsellor means that I have access to cutting-edge technology to help me provide a fantastic service for my customers and since we launched the myTC app for all our customers, both business and leisure travelers, we have already received a great response. Our app is unique and a fantastic addition to my personal approach as your Travel Cou
Aruba
31 December 2024
Guaranteed Sunshine, glorious uncrowded white sandy beaches and pristine waters, stunning architecture and super friendly laid-back inhabitants, make this tiny island in the southern Caribbean a brilliant bet for a Tropical holiday! Perfect for simply kicking back and relaxing on the beach or by your pool, Aruba is also fantastic for activities including hiking, horse-riding, snorkelling and divi
Discover the world’s best beaches from Iconic shores to Hidden gems.
12 November 2024
Discover the world’s best beaches from Iconic shores to Hidden gems. There's something magical about discovering a beautiful beach, whether it's a famous shore you've always dreamed of visiting or a hidden gem that takes you by surprise. Each beach has its own unique vibe, and the world is full of stunning spots where you can soak up the sun, dive into crystal clear waters, or simply unwind. Her
Grenada known as "The spice island"
10 October 2024
Known as the ‘Spice Isle’ or ‘Spice of the Caribbean’ for its piquant cuisine and spice and herb production, Grenada is also famous for its world-class diving, with bright reefs, thrilling drifts, and dramatic shipwrecks all in ample supply, plus an underwater sculpture park that provides a home to prolific marine ecosystems. Hikers love Grand Etang National Park with its towering mahogany trees
Take a culinary tour of Italy
15 July 2023
The Italians’ love affair with food makes it worth visiting for the cuisine alone. This country is famous for so many dishes and treats, from pizza and pasta to gelato, from seafood including octopus, sea urchin and clams to cheeses – among the best known of which are mozzarella, gorgonzola, parmesan, ricotta and mascarpone. And then of course there’s the wine… The following tours immerse you in
Top trending destinations for 2024
13 July 2023
If, like me, you’re already thinking about where to go in 2024 and wondering what adventures next year will bring, let yourself be inspired by my list of the top trending destinations. It may feel some way off, but there are so many benefits to booking a holiday early including cheaper flights, low deposits and grabbing those all-important early booking offers! Thailand - From the spectacular bea
Malta and Gozo
26 April 2023
Staggeringly beautiful and one of my favourite destinations. The tiny Mediterranean islands of Malta and Gozo are so much more than a beach destination, with Roman ruins, medieval castles, walled cities and atmospheric forts dotted all around, and rugged landscapes giving lots of scope for outdoors activities, including boat trips, diving, hiking, mountain-biking and horse- riding. This is also
Portuguese Cities
27 March 2023
Portugal is among one of my top recommendations in Europe, whether you’re looking for a couple’s break, a family holiday, a foodie experience, a cultural escape, or a beach getaway. And while it’s perhaps best known for the many Blue Flag beaches of its sun-drenched Algarve region, I also think it’s the perfect spot for a city break, in the following fantastic destinations. Porto I rate this no
Beautiful Barbados
16 January 2023
Brightly coloured rum shops, carefree calypso rhythms and fragrant Bajan cuisine – sunny Barbados is every bit luxurious with a deliciously eclectic flavour. Revered for its polished resorts, coral sand beaches and silky sweet rum, this welcoming island in the Caribbean archipelago may be small in size, it only takes an hour to drive from north to south, yet it’s undoubtedly large in character.
The best destinations to visit by rail
13 October 2022
Many of us are striving to be more eco-conscious travellers these days, including reducing our carbon emissions, and one of the ways of doing this is by using rail travel where possible. With that in mind I have picked out some of my favourite European journeys made possible by train travel. London to Marseille: about 7.5 hours 0.292 tonnes CO2e saved Take the Eurostar to Paris, change stations
The Travel APP you Can't afford to be without
12 October 2022
The ‘myTC app’ is a must for every traveller! Travel Counsellors offers our customers an app, called ‘myTC app’. This app can be used for holidaymakers as well as business travellers. The ‘myTC app’ has only received raving reviews from our users and we have received a whopping 4.2 out 5 for reviews on Apple. This app is unique and a fantastic addition to my personal approach as your Travel Counse
TravelBlog- Iceland
04 October 2022
With natural wonders round every corner, it's easy to see why Iceland is constantly growing in popularity. The famous Golden Circle makes Iceland the destination of a lifetime where you can experience the top three sights on every Iceland visitor's list: waterfalls, volcanoes, black-sand beaches and of course, the potential for the Northern Lights. The capital Reykjavik, the most northerly capit
My visit to the beautiful island of Capri
13 April 2022
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Bermuda Continued .....
12 March 2022
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Beautiful Bermuda
12 March 2022
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Positano - Home from Home
16 February 2022
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Stunning Santorini
16 February 2022
Yassas! And welcome to my blog on Santorini :- Despite a total area of only 70km. Santorini is diverse and has much to offer holidaymakers. From Oia in the north to the lighthouse on the headland of Akrotiri you drive just 27km along the caldera edge. The islands capital of Fira lies just 10 to 15km from the island’s main resorts Karamri and Perissa. Santorini is very easy to travel around, t
My thoughts on Madeira
16 February 2022
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My top travel tips for Venice
16 February 2022
My top travel tips for Venice. When visiting the famous Doge’s Palace in St Mark’s Square, leave your visit until much later in the afternoon to avoid the queues – we went at 454pm, walked straight inside, managed to see everything we wanted to. Take a Gondola ride - The Gondola is an identification mark of the city. These appear on all commercial promotion of the city’s tourism and hence can see
Venice
16 February 2022
Luring in lovers, artists, poets and traders for centuries, Venice simply inspires as it transports you into another world. Enjoy the delights that this historic and world-famous city has to offer by taking a walking tour on foot, see the real Venice by getting away from the tourist hot spots, purchase a Vaporetto pass and sail up and down the Grand canal, hop on and off wherever and whenever you
Prague and Cesky Krumlov
15 February 2022
More than 30 years after the velvet revolution drew back the curtain on this intoxicating maze of winding cobblestone alleyways, the city of a hundred spires thrills visitors with dramatic Gothic architecture, down to earth pubs, fin de siècle cafes, cutting edge art and a majestic castle (the world’s largest ancient castle according to the “Guinness book of records, looms over the Czech capital.
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