Last of the Summer Rhine Christine sailed with Avalon Waterways in November, flying from London Heathrow Airport with Lufthansa to Frankfurt, then transferred to Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim. "We boarded the Avalon View , an Avalon Waterways river cruise ship known for its “Suite Ships” that feature unique Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall windows that transform into an 'Open-Air Balcony'. We were allocated cabins with floor to ceiling windows that open onto a rail. All beds face th

Julie flew from Heathrow with Canadian Affair to Toronto in October 2025 "We stayed at Chelsea Hotel Toronto in an ideal central location. It's close to everything and the largest hotel in Toronto with a wonderful roof terrace. We visited CN Tower on Bremner Boulevard and saw the Main Observation Level at 346m, with its glass floor and outdoor terrace. 'Destination Toronto' is a pass for access to many different attractions. Taking advantage of the outstanding weather in gl

Looks good enough to eat! Julie was delighted to be invited to join ' The Big London Bake ' event by one of our key bed wholesalers for...

Abbotts Travel were invited to join Lusso at a Canada-themed supplier showcase, workshop and dinner at Mulberry House Hotel , in Ongar,...

Natalie went on a ship visit Natalie was invited to view the spectacular new Holland America  cruise ship: the Nieuw Statendam . With...

Amazing Polar Memories Julie went on a Wild Fjords of South Greenland cruise to Iceland and Greenland with Quark Expeditions. "I've...

The City of Málaga is in Andalusia in southern Spain and the capital of the Costa del Sol A weekend in Málaga with the girls - an early...

A weekend in Lisbon. Lisbon is full of cobbled streets, steep hills, pastel abodes, clattering trams and history. Boutique hotel Alma Lusa Baixa/Chiado with its 15th century flag stones, is in a fantastic location near Tagus river with 28 restful rooms and a great place to discover Lisbon. A stylishly chic hideaway with Delfina restaurant.

Sharron went to an event hosted by Lusso in May at the brand new Jamie Oliver cookery school , with lunch and hotel partner...

Rachel went on a fam trip hosted by Le Petit Monde to Nana Princess in Crete.  “I flew from London Stansted to Heraklion Airport in...

PURA VIDA The rich coast, Costa Rica. Adventure, nature & relaxation.

Staff blog "Our journey to Beachcomber's island starts catching an Emirates flight from London Gatwick via Dubai to paradise in...

We hosted a lovely evening at Jones & Sons – an intimate event with a select few of Abbotts Travel's longstanding clients and AmaWaterways

Koh Samui, Thailand Melati Beach Resort & Spa is one of the top 5-star resorts in Koh Samui. A luxurious beachfront resort offers 77...

Santiburi Koh Samui, Thailand Located on the quiet north shore of Koh Samui, Thailand, Santiburi is a beachfront haven.

To infinity pools and beyond... The Cape Fahn Hotel is a boutique hotel belonging to the Cape Hotel Collection, Thailand’s premier group...

Christine went to South Africa, the Garden Route & Kruger with Premier Holidays.

Red parasols blue sky, soft white sand, and bright sunshine beckon invitingly at Amari Koh Samui in Chaweng.

Sharron visited Solar de Vila Meã in June for a weekend wedding flying to Porto. Discover the charms of this boutique hotel Solar de Vila...

Sharron Roat, manager of Abbotts Travel joined as Senior Travel Consultant in 1994. "When I returned to the travel industry after having...