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
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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
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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
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Easyjet Baggage Size – All You Need to Know
Do you want to know the Easyjet baggage size for cabin, hold and other luggage items? You can find them all here so you don’t get caught out when taking your flight Check them out now and avoid any extra charges Easyjet Baggage Size Here’s a quick overview of Easyjet baggage sizes. Luggage Size Height… Read More »Easyjet Baggage Size – All You Need to Know
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Best Inverness Hotels Near the Train Station
Travelling to Inverness by train and want a hotel that’s easy to reach on foot? This guide covers the best Inverness hotels near the train station, so you can unpack, relax and start exploring without worrying about transport or long walks. I’ve stayed at (or visited) all of these, and have included a quick comparison… Read More »Best Inverness Hotels Near the Train Station
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Pitlochry Hydro Hotel – Video Room Review and Helpful Tips
Are you thinking of visiting Pitlochry? Looking for somewhere to stay that has free parking but is within easy reach of the High Street? Looking for somewhere with a pool and spa facilities, restaurant and lift? The Pitlochry Hydro has all of those things, alongwith a bar and a pool room and a couple of… Read More »Pitlochry Hydro Hotel – Video Room Review and Helpful Tips
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Discover 26 Fun & Interesting Things to Do Shetland
Planning on visiting Shetland? It’s a fantastic place to visit, with its own unique character. There is something about Shetland – whether that’s the people, the scenery, the wildlife, or the weather. It gets under your skin. You should – It’s an amazing place to visit and unlike anywhere else. Read on for my list… Read More »Discover 26 Fun & Interesting Things to Do Shetland
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Premier Inn Inverness Centre – All You Need to Know
Are you looking for a hotel in Inverness? Check out my review of the Premier Inn Inverness Centre and see if it’s the right hotel for you.
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Scottish Highlands Railway Holiday – All You Need to Know
I’m an expert because; I worked for over 10 years as a Tour Manager for Newmarket Holidays and have taken multiple Highland Railway Tours plus I’ve qualified as a Newmarket Holiday expert Are you thinking of taking this Scottish Highlands Railway holiday with Newmarket Holidays? Here’s my in depth review of this lovely holiday based… Read More »Scottish Highlands Railway Holiday – All You Need to Know
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Where is Castle in Traitors? Here’s All You Need to Know
Wondering where the castle in Traitors is? Traitors is filmed at Ardross Castle which is 25 miles North of Inverness. Traitors Castle Scotland Where is Castle in Traitors? Here’s the exact location of the castle If you are driving from Inverness head North on the A9. Travel 20 miles North and turn left on the… Read More »Where is Castle in Traitors? Here’s All You Need to Know
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Easyjet Hold Baggage – All You Need to Know
Do you want to know what the Easyjet hold baggage allowance is? Read on to find out what you can take, what you can’t, what the costs are, luggage sizes and more. Check it out now. Easyjet Check Baggage Size Easyjet Hold Baggage Whenever you take an Easyjet flight you can book up to 3… Read More »Easyjet Hold Baggage – All You Need to Know
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London Gatwick Airport Hotels – Which Is Best For You?
I’ve flown through Gatwick Airport more times than I can remember. I’ve started so many tours from this airport so I have stayed in all the on site, and a lot of the nearby hotels Gatwick Airport hotel reviews from someone who has tried them all Looking for Gatwick Airport hotels? There’s plenty ot choose… Read More »London Gatwick Airport Hotels – Which Is Best For You?
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If you do click any links you don’t pay any more and I earn a small commission which helps pay for this website.
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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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