Real Trips. Honest Advice. Genuine Expertise
With over 37 years as a travel professional and more than 10,500 guests guided worldwide, I share real reviews, honest advice, and genuine expertise — so you can travel like a pro too.
I specialise in that sweet spot: comfortable travel that’s authentic and affordable.
Why The Professional Traveller?
No AI content – just real experiences from real trip
Genuine recommendations – I only recommend things I use and know myself
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Real reviews, reports and guides to inspire your travels
Travel Essentials
All my tried and tested travel gear – everything I use when I travel
Invergordon Port
Excursion reviews, how to get to Loch Ness, things to do – all you need for your visit
The Professional Traveller – Quick Overiew
Travel Experience
+37 yrs
Number of Guests
+10,500
Countries I’ve Worked
40+
Website Seen By
+4 million year
Website Clicks
+75k year
Website Words
450k (all mine)
Media and Press Coverage
Private Eye – 24th January Edition Page 16
Want To Some Travel Inspiration?
Click on any of the countries and head to my travel guides all based on my own trips including travel costs, getting there, getting around, where to stay, things to do – everything you need
My Testimonials
Here are a couple of testimonials from private tour and touring holiday clients
Find All My Latest Blog Posts Here
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Vilamoura Holiday Review – Here’s All You Need to Know
Vilamoura is a lovely holiday resort set in the beautiful Algarve region of Portugal. Not only does it have lovely beaches, it also has lots of green areas, golf courses, great hotels and a marina. Check out my Vilamoura holiday review for everything you need to plan your own trip or just check out some… Read More »Vilamoura Holiday Review – Here’s All You Need to Know
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Point A Hotel Shoreditch Video Review & Things to Know
Looking for a hotel in the Shoreditch area of London? The Point A Hotel Shoreditch is in a great location. It’s handy for the attractions and walking distance to the wonderful Spitalfields food market. Check out this review, including a video room tour of a cosy double room for everything you need to plan your… Read More »Point A Hotel Shoreditch Video Review & Things to Know
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My Lounge Heathrow Terminal 3 – All You Need to Know
If you’re flying from London you might be thinking of using the My Lounge London Heathrow Terminal 3. I’ve used this lounge myself and in this review I’ll show you exactly what to expect, how to access it, what the food and facilities are like, and whether it’s good value for money. I visited using… Read More »My Lounge Heathrow Terminal 3 – All You Need to Know
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How to Get to Vienna in 2026: Flights, Trains & Buses
Are you thinking of visiting Vienna? Do you want to know what the options are for getting there? Read on to check out all the options for flights, trains, buses and other routes 👇 You can check flights to Vienna right here 👇 How to Get To Vienna – Flights from the UK Vienna is… Read More »How to Get to Vienna in 2026: Flights, Trains & Buses
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Details of all the Flights to Inverness from UK Airports
Inverness is well connected to the rest of the UK with plenty of direct flights. It’s also the gateway to the Highlands. Check out which UK airports fly to Inverness. I’ve focussed on direct flights to Inverness from destinations around the UK. Links You Might Find Helpful:Read More About InvernessThings to Do in InvernessFind Out… Read More »Details of all the Flights to Inverness from UK Airports
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This Great Travel Adapter With USB Is The Only One You Need
This travel adapter with USB not only fits multi-power sockets when travelling it also has 4 USB charging ports on it! Links You Might Find Helpful:Buy Direct on AmazonExtra Longer Travel Power CableCheck Out All My Recommended Travel Essentials Travel Adapter with USB Trave Adapter with USB Why Do I Recommend This Travel Adapter? The… Read More »This Great Travel Adapter With USB Is The Only One You Need
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Hilton Aberdeen TECA Review – Helpful Things Before You Book
Heading to an event at the Aberdeen TECA? Check out this real guest review of the Hilton Aberdeen TECA. It’s got everything you need to know about staying at the hotel, plus what hotels are nearby. It also includes a video room tour. Check out this review, including a video tour of a bedroom, from… Read More »Hilton Aberdeen TECA Review – Helpful Things Before You Book
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My Top Priority Pass Tips For Maximum Membership Value
These Priority Pass tips focus on getting the most value from your Priority Pass membership by using it more strategically than ‘just’ lounge entry Check them out to start enjoying that extra value now or just grab my exclusive reader rates for Priority Pass Membership right here 👇 Priority Pass Tips Here are my top… Read More »My Top Priority Pass Tips For Maximum Membership Value
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Escape Lounge Edinburgh Airport – All You Need to Know
Thinking of using the Escape Lounge Edinburgh Airport? Check out my review of this lounge to see if it’s the best choice for your visit. I’ve included everything you need to know including the facilities, food and drink options. I used my Priority Pass Membership to visit this lounge which made it great value, just… Read More »Escape Lounge Edinburgh Airport – All You Need to Know
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I link to products and services I use or feel are genuinely useful to travellers.
If you do click any links you don’t pay any more and I earn a small commission which helps pay for this website.
Everything on this website has been written by me.
I do not use AI to create any content.
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What It’s Like to Be a Professional Traveller?
Travelling for work-related reasons is very different to travelling for leisure. In my early years of travel, I worked at a lot of exhibitions and events. This meant that whilst I travelled to the destination once there I generally travelled between the exhibition area and the hotel – many people who travel for business will tell you the same thing.
A growing trend in travel is for people travelling for work or business to extend their trip and do some personal travel. I have been lucky enough to do this a few times, staying over in Bangkok for several nights on my trips back from Australia for example. It looks like a travel trend that is going to continue!
Travelling as a Tour Manager taking coach holidays is very different. The role involves focussing on the guests and making sure they have a great time, rather than your personal sightseeing. Any free time is often taken up dealing with administration issues, sorting out problems or simply confirming all the details for the next leg of the journey. Sometimes I never left the hotel we were staying in as there always seemed to be more work to do and things to check!
That said when travelling with a great group this role doesn’t feel like work at all, more like travelling with a wonderful group of people who like to have fun.
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