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UK and Great Britain Tour Companies

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Excellent - 74,884 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

Great trip, good hotels and guiding and lovely food!

Loved that I was able to see so much.

Europamundo

Good - 2,987 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

This was the first tour I took, actually I prefer taking cruises.But Euromundo surely was a very good tour. I enjoyed my tour from Vienna to London(14 days). Our Tour Manager Matheus/Matteo was incredibly amazing, professional very helpful, compasionate, funny and right on time. I totally enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend to my friends.

My tour guide and driver were really good, knowledgeable and helpful. I thought she did a really good job disseminating information in Spanish and English, as it was a bilingual tour, and had great advice on places to go, places in town to eat etc.... I also thought she did a phenomenal job dealing with some issues that I have described below. I liked the itinerary and stops on the route, however, I feel like one less stop and maybe more time in some of the areas would be beneficial. For example, the people who took the castle tour in Alnwick missed out and exploring a really cool town. I guess I felt like I ran out of time just when I was figuring out the interesting parts and the people of the area we were in. The cities we went were very interesting, however, I also would have like time to walk around in the Highlands to experience their beauty, not just drive through them and try to take pictures at speed out the window. The three items that really detracted from the trip were 1) The busses, in particular the seats, were to small for myself and son who are both over 6 feet tall. At times I was miserable and cramped, knees were wedged in the seat in front and could feel the metal support bar through the seat. It detracted from the trip and since the bus was full, when the person in front of you reclined I felt like I barely had space to check the time on my phone or get something out of my pocket. After some days of 6 plus hours like that, I found myself just wanting the day to be over and honestly my hips still hurt 2 days later 2) The hotels were nice, clean and in mostly in good areas to find dining and things you needed. However, one night we waited forever to get our rooms to find out 8 of us were booked in a different hotel across town, by the time we figured out the issue and were checked in most of the local restaurants were closed or closing. The next night in Dublin the hotel was not prepared for our arrival and it took well over an hour/hour and a half of chaos to get us all into our rooms. 3rd Arrival first day- Our transfer driver was pretty good but i had to call the helpline to find him because he wasn't standing with all the other drivers in the airport, had my name on his phone instead of a placard and he was at the opposite end of the terminal from where we thought we were supposed to meet him, so if he was using his phone for personal reasons when I was looking for my name how was I supposed to find him. At the hotel they were great taking our bags but the signage for the next's days itinerary was not out. The front desk said to check later at check in as the guide wasn't there yet, we did and then three extra times, until finally it was out. After flying all night, being jet lagged, not knowing anything about the town etc... It would have been nice for someone to greet us at the hotel in the lobby, give us an itinerary for the next day and not try to find a small piece of paper in a crowed hotel lobby, where the front desk didn't even know where it was. Maybe an arrival email with places to go in the area while you wait to check in and emailing or texting the breakfast and departure times for the first day would be helpful and help to avoid questions and anxiety. Overall I really liked the trip, with some better communication, more room on the bus and maybe some slight alteration of the agenda I would have rated it good to excellent. I would like to say again the guides were great, personable and helpful. It was a very nice experience overall.

Excellent - 869 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

The driver, Billy, and tour director, Speedy, made the trip very interesting and informative. They were both very helpful. We were disappointed that some of the hotel didn’t really cater for the older tourist with rooms a fair distance from reception, climbing stairs and dragging our luggage.

Our driver Eduardo is excellent, safe driving and helpful. He got us safely on where we are suppose to go. on the other hand, the travel director Debra Lane is somewhat inconsiderate, making this trip "stresscation" (stress in vacation) instead of vacation, I'm sure if the other participant get's the same survey they will put the same feedback because we are all have the same complain. There are instances that she could gotten us (we that did not get the optional experience in between) to the bus already but instead decided to leave us. We are not sure why but they are already at the end of that optional experience just a matter of getting to the bus up to pick up zone then hotel and we are already in there in the vicinity where they are loading the people who took the opt experience and yet we were left behind and was ask to go to the pick up zone, not making any sense. Also at France at the end of the trip we are on the bus 2 mins away from attraction when my wife realizes that she drop her phone, the nice person is already in the phone with us letting us know that he got it. We ask the director to wait for us to get it ( this is 2 mins. away and the bus is in the good spot to park but she declined and asked us to take the cab. There is also a couple of Australian that shares the same dilemma. You might want to get a deeper survey at this trip since we know we are not alone. Again the participants already know each other at this point so we know what we don't like about this trip. Also some of the hotels are filthy, some issues with keys, lights, ac and food arrangements. We all know this is cost saver but then again we paid almost 10K (including optional experience) to get to this vacation and we expect a little more respect and consideration in regards to this vacation. If you needed more survey you can refer to "London to Rome" trip covering April 12-21, 2024 under booking # A107414.

Expat Explore Travel

Excellent - 4,252 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

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The Classic Europe tour with Expat was amazing. Everything was very convenient and well organised. Adam our tour guide and Florin our driver did wondeful jobs to make sure we saw and did everything on schedule and gave us special treats with some extra free times to enjoy the places where they could. We had such a great time with the tour itself and the people we met in the tour group were very lovely and we kept in touch. This tour sets such a high standard for our next trips! Definitely 5 stars service and we will definitely join Expat tour again in future.

Excellent - 1,890 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

Well organized and well executed tour.

For those who want a complete insight to WWI and WWII and the battlefields, this is the tour for you. Just being where our soldiers fought brings so much clarity to the extent of battles they endured. Some days on the tour are long, but definitely worth it. Our tour director was excellent and went out of way to ensure we were managing. A bucket list item checked off.

Insight Vacations

Excellent - 630 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

Greg was an enthusiastic snd knowledgeable tour guide. Arthur was an excellent driver. Together they made the tour a pleasure with their dedicated ,good humoured professionalism.

Greg and Arther did and excellent job above and beyond great knowledge of all the history and culture made everyone feel so welcome

Excellent - 19,644 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

Not really my type of holiday travel! The stops are short and mainly at freeway truck and rest stops. The hotels were way too far from any real sites and some were small and cramped. I expected this tour to be hectic, given the countries visited and the days involved, . but IMO it could have been organized a lot better. The Tour Director and Driver were excellent but working with hands tied behind her back.The driven tours by coach just went too fast apart from road blocks or traffic jams. I appreciate that the TD kept mentioning that there are other tours by Cosmos, Globes that are lconcentrated on longer stays, however if they are at the hotels that we stayed at, then seeing the good sights are going to be a massive struggle. IMHO, even if the costs are higher for better hotels and safer areas, most would rather pay than skimp. Most of the stops overnight did not even have any decent restaurants where one could experience a decent meal of the region. Yes there were a couple of organized option dinners that involved costs, but these had to be reached via the coach. The three included meals are at the hotels which really did not have kitchens other than ones that could prepare breakfasts and the meals were simple and buffet style with one fixed item being served. As I started it may be OK for some, but definitely not my cup for tea!

Wonderful! First time traveling outside of the US alone. It was a beautiful tour! Henry was amazing! He was full of knowledge and fun facts. The itinerary was awesome and well organized. So happy I went! I made life long friends sling the way! Recommend and will be using this tour again soon! Just book it! You’ll love it!

MacBackpackers

Excellent - 2,532 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

I recently had the pleasure of going on a tour guided by an exceptional guide. From start to finish, the tour was an absolute delight and exceeded all my expectations. One of the things that stood out to me was the variety of places we visited. The tour included a great balance of walking, hiking, and sightseeing, ensuring that we got to experience the best of each location. Additionally, the tour itinerary was well-planned, with sufficient rest time on the bus and well-timed stops that made each travel leg enjoyable and not too long. Speaking of the bus, it was spacious and comfortable, perfectly accommodating our group of 12 people. This allowed us to relax and enjoy the journey between destinations. Our guide, Neil, also took care to ensure our comfort by driving safely and steadily, making us feel secure throughout the trip. The guide's personality truly made the tour memorable. He was incredibly funny, positive, and interactive, always keeping the group engaged and entertained. His energy and outgoing nature were contagious, creating a lively and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the tour. I appreciated his caring nature, as he went above and beyond to make sure each passenger felt taken care of. Not only was the guide entertaining, but he was also knowledgeable about the history of the places we visited. He shared fascinating insights and personal experiences, which added a personal touch to the tour. I was impressed by his ability to provide clear instructions and answer any questions we had along the way. Another highlight of the tour was the guide's musical talents. He played and sang great music, enhancing the overall experience and creating a fantastic ambiance on the bus. Additionally, he introduced us to wonderful local restaurants and sightseeing places, ensuring that we had a well-rounded experience of the area. Overall, I cannot recommend this tour and guide enough. He truly made the experience unforgettable with his humor, knowledge, and dedication to ensuring our enjoyment throughout the journey. I would not hesitate to go on another tour with him in the future and encourage others to do the same.

Recently completed this tour and I cannot recommend this enough! Had a fantastic time and the tour guide, Nick, was hands down the best I have had in tours. It would we great if the company started doing a longer tour (7 - 10 Days) as 5 days in highlands was not nearly enough. Though overall, highly highly recommend!

Haggis Adventures

Excellent - 1,964 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

Tom is a great guide. Would recommend the tour.

Great tour really knowledgeable guides Steve and Brodie were fantastic Great content for the tour and would highly recommend Haggis tours

Overland Ireland - Small Gr…

Excellent - 469 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

fiendly , excellent and knowledgeable guide who drove us to see beautiful scenery.

Really good guide, accommodations, and planning. We saw and learned a lot, but did not feel rushed. Everything a holiday should be

Excellent - 4,618 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

Roxy (tour guide) and Adam (driver) are legends! They are so knowledgeable and professional. Definitely made the trip amazing for all of us. Thank you so much Roxy and Adam!

It was an incredible, well-organized, and fun trip!

Excellent - 28 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

Jose the tourist guide was excellent, the hotels except for the last one were very good, the landscape and scenery was amazing, very recommended

Irish Experience Tours

Excellent - 259 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

The itenary was paced very well. It gave us the opportunity to see many sites without feeling overwhelming or rushed. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. I appreciated that Anthony listened to the groups' interests, expectations, and limitations. He created a very comfortable group setting.

We enjoyed our trip very much even though the weather was challenging at times. Anthony was professional at all times and good fun to be with. The Irish Experience team gave us great support when our flight was cancelled. Lots of thanks to you all.

Intrepid Travel

Excellent - 11,702 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

Intrepid needs to tighten up this tour. Two free afternoons is too much when one has only three days on the island. Either make the tour two full days or two full days with one full day free to make plans to go to Hoy or Rousay. Give people guidance on what to do on the free day.

I recently traveled with a friend to Scotland. We included a week long tour with Intrepid, booked through Tour Radar. We paid a very healthy sum for the tour, $3,460 each. The description said the trip was appropriate for ages 15-99. It also described two nights in Portree on Isle of Skye with a private van tour on the full day on Isle of Sky. My friend and I chose this tour because of the time spent in Portree and on Isle of Skye, the small group size, and that if it was okay for ages 15-99 then I’d be fine six months post a major knee surgery. What wasn’t included in the description and what happened: -No where did it say that we’d be expected to walk/transport our luggage on foot from Points of transportation to our lodging ranging from 10-20 minutes. My 94 year old father-in-law lives with us and is able bodied, but there’s no way he could have done these distances While also carrying/pulling luggage. My 87 year old mother could not accomplish this either. I could do it with my recovering knee, but I was slower and it also used up some of the energy I needed for enjoying walking portions of the tour. I didn’t anticipate having to schlep my suitcase for 15 minutes at a time over uneven sidewalks, etc. I would have packed differently had I known or we would have looked for a different tour. -My friend and I still wonder why Fort Williams was included on the itinerary as a place to stay? The only thing Intrepid provided was a walk to a castle that wasn’t open for visitors. The rest was on our own and there really wasn’t much happening other than a nice, little museum. We would have preferred more time on Isle of Skye. -We were notified prior to departure that our time on Isle of Skye would be at Kyleakin - not in Portree- and we’d have to arrange our own tour. Phone numbers were provided but no one on the tour had any luck booking anything prior to arriving, calls not returned, no availability, etc. So, 3-4 of our tour group spent 2 FULL hours or more on their phones while we were in Fort Williams trying to come up with some options for us. They pieced together a public bus ride to/from Kyleakin to Portree and a private taxi tour at our own expense! (After paying for it in the cost of our tour.) This should have been done by Intrepid!! Not once were we offered reimbursement. We didn’t have any time in Portree. We’d hoped to have lunch before our taxi tour, but all the restaurants were full. I found a to-go cup of tea and scone at a bike shop, then time in cue to use a bathroom. I’d looked forward to staying in Portree and had many places I had planned to walk to when not on the private van tour we were sold but didn’t get. Also, While staying in Kyleakin, the guest house did not provide a cooked breakfast, just light snacks in our rooms. Breakfast was provided, but we had to walk to/from the restaurant that was a mile each way. This used up time we could have been site seeing. Also, it would use up my knee energy for the days site-seeing. My friend went to breakfast but I skipped the walk to reserve my energy for site-seeing. Oh, and the whiskey tasting…we passed distilleries but we Were given a private lesson on tasting with our tour guide. While he did a fine job, the setting was not the same as a distillery setting. The room was bare, we used wine glasses, we were Supposed to take notes but no hard surfaces to write on, etc. Just wasn’t what any of us were expecting. I found Intrepid’s disregard for the changes and the misleading descriptions as to be very unprofessional. I use tours so that I don’t have to do all of the arranging. Why pay you if I’m going to have to do it myself? Next time I book a tour, I’ll be sure to avoid Intrepid. Many friends have asked about my trip. Unfortunately, the biggest disappointment was the tour. I’ve shared that multiple times now. I’m not the only member of the group that walked away Disappointed. We didn’t want to “blame” the tour guide, I don’t think he was responsible, he was just trying to keep us happy as he could sense how displeased we were. His answers too our questions were not satisfying at all. He seemed to be trying to cover for the company best he could.

Wild N' Happy

Excellent - 180 reviews for UK and Great Britain tours

This tour was so good! We experienced more of Ireland than the itinerary indicated (because of stops we made along our journey, which I loved!), but never felt rushed. Our guide Diarmuid is such a professional - he provided us with interesting information about the places we stopped and Ireland in general, kept us on schedule with a relaxed demeanor, and is genuinely a very nice person. I've never traveled with a tour group before and this one couldn't have been any better. The Emerald Isle is so beautiful and everyone is so friendly that, even when there was a bit of rain, it was still fun. Many thanks to Mick and Diarmuid (the best!!) for making this a most memorable trip. PS the accommodations were fantastic - especially the breakfasts!

Incredible trip. Very well planned. Helpful and accommodations where spectacular. Don't worry about luggage!

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Are you looking to travel in the UK but not sure where to start? Check out this list of all the major travel companies operating in the country. From budget airlines to luxury tour operators, we’ve got you covered.

The travel industry in the UK can be traced back to the early 1900s, when Thomas Cook started offering organized trips to Europe.

Over the years, the industry has continued to grow and evolve, with new companies and products always emerging.

Today, a vast array of travel companies operate in the UK, from major airlines to small tour operators.

Travel Companies In Alphabetical Order

ABTA – The Travel Association
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Mark Hammerton Group Ltd
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Park Resorts
Sail Croatia
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Teletext Holidays
Ten Lifestyle Group
Thomas Cook’s Rugby Club
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XL Leisure Group

Best travel companies most recommended by Brits for 2020 unveiled by YouGov

YouGov's Brand Index has unveiled the top 10 travel companies most recommended by customers for 2020

09:34, 20 Feb 2020

When booking holidays , you're spoiled for choice when it comes to travel firms; but sometimes, the abundance of options can be a little overwhelming.

Luckily, your fellow Brits are on hand to help - as the nation's top recommended travel companies have been revealed in YouGov's 2020 Brand Index .

The study saw holidaymakers asked if they would recommend the travel firm they used in 2019 to family and friends, with an overall percentage being worked out for the companies included.

Topping the list was Trailfinders with 87.5 per cent of customers surveyed who said they would recommend it to their close ones.

The firm offers up a plethora of holiday types from luxury and wellness retreats to active holidays, getaways off the beaten track and heaps of adventures.

Meanwhile, families after package holidays may want to consider Jet2holidays which took second place with 82.9 per cent of customers saying they would recommend the firm.

Jet2holidays is a firm favourite with Brits especially families thanks to its wide array of holidays to the likes of Spain, Portugal and Greece, as well as plenty of budget-friendly options and low deposits.

Third place went to TravelRepublic, a holiday comparison website which can be a handy source for finding deals, especially if you can be a little flexible with your travel dates.

You can check out the full list of the top 10 recommended travel companies for 2020 below...

Top 10 travel companies recommended by Brits

Trailfinders - 87.5 per cent
Jet2holidays - 82.9 per cent
TravelRepublic - 81.9 per cent
Virgin Holidays - 81.7 per cent
British Airways Holidays - 78.8 per cent
Emirates Holidays - 78.7 per cent
Expedia - 77.2 per cent
The Co-operative Travel - 77.2 per cent
Trivago - 76 per cent
Riviera Travel - 75.4 per cent

YouGov BrandIndex screened 1,549 brands for their Recommend score, with companies spanning the likes of travel, food finance, beauty and retail.

You can find out more about the research and rankings on the YouGov website .

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Yougov reveals top-ranked travel brands and destinations

Yougov has published its list of top UK travel brands and holiday destinations for 2022, based on customer feedback.

The research company’s BrandIndex ranks travel companies and destinations according to customer perception.

For the brand ranking, consumers were asked which of a number of brands they had a positive impression of and which they had a negative impression of.

The same method was used to rank destinations, with both brands and destinations ranked according to their average score.

Which are the top UK travel brands?

Budget hotel chain Premier Inn came out as the top travel brand, with a score of 39.9, closely followed by British Airways, which scored 36.

Hilton, Emirates and Booking.com completed the top 5.

TUI was the only tour operator in the top 10 list, ranked in ninth position, just ahead of TripAdvisor.

Top holiday destinations

Italy claims the top spot for 2022 with a score of 52.4, just slightly ahead of Spain, which is the most visited destination from the UK.

Canada, which was in the top spot in 2021, has been bumped down to third place, followed by Norway and Portugal.

Overall, UK consumers appear to hold Norden countries in high regard, with Sweden, Denmark and Iceland also in the top 10.

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Leading travel agent established in the UK since 1998, offering flights, hotels, car rentals and holidays online

Innovation in Travel Award for Expedia Hotel View - The Globe Travel Awards 2011 presented by Travel Weekly
UK's favourite Online Booking Website, as voted for by readers of the Mail group newspapers - The Globe Travel Awards 2011
Best Online Travel Company - Telegraph Travel Awards 2005
expedia.com named Best Flight Booking Company and Best Hotel Booking Company at the British Travel Awards 2010
Ranked #2 - Travel websites - The Conde Nast Readers' Travel Awards 2011
Favourite On Line Booking Website 2012 - Consumer Awards - Globe Travel Awards
Expedia was named Best Travel Website at the Times and Sunday Times Travel Awards 2013.
Expedia has been voted Best Online Travel Agency in the British Travel Awards 2013.
Expedia’s #ThrowMeBack initiative has won Best Integrated Campaign in the inaugural Skifties social media travel awards 2014.
Expedia has been named 2014 Europe's Leading Travel Agency in the World Travel Awards and is nominated for Europe's Leading Online Travel Agency and World's Leading Online Travel Agency Website in 2015.
Expedia is included in the nominee list for Europe's Leading Online Travel Agency 2017 in the World Travel Awards.
Expedia have been nominated for World's Leading Online Travel Agency 2018 in the World Travel Awards 2018.
Expedia Group has received the Gold 2019 UserTesting Illumi Award for customer experience excellence and innovation.
Expedia was named India's Leading Online Travel Agency 2022 at the World Travel Awards 2022. Expedia had also been nominated for the World's Leading Online Travel Agency 2022 award.
As at December 2022, Expedia is included in the Top 10 UK Travel Companies of the Embryo travel index.

Blue Bay Travel

Independent UK travel company specialising in organising luxury holidays to the Caribbean, Indian Ocean and Far East. Blue Bay Travel's service, provided through personal travel consultants, has been widely recognised.

BlueBay Travel named Travel Company of the Year 2011 at the TTG Travel Awards - also a finalist in the Online Travel Agent of the Year category.
Winner - Top UK Call Centre 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010 & 2009, STAR Awards.
BlueBay voted Top Independent Agent 2011, 2010 & 2009 at Virgin Holidays Awards and Agent of the Year 2011 at Thomas Cook Awards.
Customer reviews and additional awards won by Blue Bay Travel can be found on their customer service plus page >>
BlueBay is finalist for Travel Agency of the Year and Travel Team of the Year at the TTG Travel Awards 2013.
Blue Bay Travel is a Finalist for TTG Travel Awards Travel Agency of the Year 2014.
Nominated at Travel Weekly Agent Achievement Awards 2014 - Call Centre Agency of The Year.
Blue Bay Travel have been named Most Outstanding Online Travel Agency in the SME News 2018 Business Elite Awards.
Winner of Best Travel Agent Website in the Travolution Awards 2018.
In the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2018 Blue Bay was declared Top Online Agency.
Blue Bay Travel has been nominated for Best Online Travel Retailer at the 2022 British Travel Awards.

Customer service travel awards

This is a further selection of customer service awards for top travel companies

Jet2holidays awarded Best Customer Service accolade at 2022 Travolution Awards.
OK To Travel have been awarded the Feefo 2023 Platinum Trusted Service Award.
CruiseDirect.com has been named the Customer Service Department of the Year - Leisure & Tourism at the prestigious STEVIE Awards 2023
Vietjet has been named Asia's Leading Airline for Customer Experience 2023 at the 30th Annual World Travel Awards.
Garuda Indonesia loyalty program, GarudaMiles, received an award in Freddie Awards 2023 as 'Best Airline Customer Service' in Southeast Asia.
Booking.com was named Best online travel agency for customer service at the the Elliott Advocacy Readers' Choice Awards 2023.

Sandals luxury resorts

Sandals Resorts specialise in providing travellers with the most romantic luxury experience in the Caribbean, offering the choice of 13 properties located in Jamaica, Antigua, St. Lucia, and The Bahamas.

Sandals was named Favourite All-Inclusive, Favourite Hotel Chain and Favourite Environmentally Friendly Company at the Baxter Travel Media Agents Choice Awards 2010.
Sandals was honoured with the title of Best All-Inclusive Resort Chain and Best Caribbean Hotel Chain at the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards 2008.
World's Leading All-Inclusive Company and Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Brand – World Travel Awards 2009 and 2010 ; World's Most Romantic Resort - World Travel Awards 2010.
Sandals was woted Best Hotel Chain Caribbean and Best Wedding and Honeymoon Hotel (Sandals Grande Antigua) in the Thomas Cook Awards 2008.
Winner - Best destination choice - The Wedding Ideas Awards 2011 - Wedding Ideas Magazine and Voted Top All-Inclusive Brand - Brides Magazine's 2011 Best Honeymoon Survey.
Sandals received the title of Best All Inclusive Hotel / Resort company at the British Travel Awards 2011.
World's Most Romantic Resort - Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa, Antigua - WTA 2011 - January 2012.
Best All-Inclusive Resort Operator - Globe Travel Awards 2012 also, Oustanding Achievement Award for Gordon 'Butch' Stewart.
Hotel, group or resort of the year in the Caribbean - Travel Agents Choice Awards 2011.
Sandals has won an award at the 2022 World Travel Awards for its Outstanding Contribution to the Hospitality & Tourism Industry 2022.
Sandals has received 12 accolades at the World Travel Awards 2012 including Caribbean's Leading Luxury All-Inclusive Resort and World's Leading All-Inclusive Company.
Sandals received the Best All-Inclusive Resort Operator accolade at the Global Travel Awards 2013.
Sandals has been named Best All-Inclusive Resort Operator in the 2015 Travel Weekly UK Globe Awards.
Sandals has been voted Hotel & Resort Operator of the Year 2014 in the Travel Trade Gazette Travel Awards.
Sandals has been voted Best All-Inclusive Resort Operator by travel agents in the 2017 Globe Travel Awards.
Sandals has received four awards at the 26th annual World Travel Awards including World's Leading All-Inclusive Company 2019.

British Airways

Airline serving individuals and companies, direct or through travel agents and travel management companies

British Airways was voted Favourite Airline in the Consumer category of the Global Travel Awards 2013.
British Airways has collected the 2013 Best CSR Programme accolade at the British Business Travel Awards.
British Airways was voted the best full-service airline flying from Cape Town International Airport in their 2012 Feather Awards survey.
British Airways has won one of the Best Customer Service awards at the British Travel Awards 2013.
British Airways have won Best Short-Haul Carrier, Best Frequent Flyer Programme, Best Airport Lounge and Best Product or Service Innovation at the Business Traveller Awards 2019.
British Airways was named Best Short-Haul Airline at The Travel Awards 2019.
British Airways was named Europe's Leading Airline Brand 2022 at the World Travel Awards 2022
As at December 2022, British Airways is included in the Top 3 UK Travel Companies of the Embryo travel index.
British Airways is included in the 2022 list of The top ten travel brands in the UK based data from YouGov BrandIndex - which measures consumer perceptions toward brands on a daily basis.
British Airways is included in the 2022 list of the top ten travel companies in the UK based on data from YouGov BrandIndex - which measures consumer perceptions toward brands on a daily basis.
British Airways is included in the 2022 list of the top 10 travel companies in the UK based on data from YouGov BrandIndex - which measures consumer perceptions toward brands on a daily basis.
British Airways was named Best international airline for customer service at the the Elliott Advocacy Readers' Choice Awards 2023.

Holiday Autos (part of lastminute.com)

Holiday autos is the world's largest and leading leisure car hire broker - Part of lastminute.com .

Best UK Travel Website 2010 - The Travel Press Awards 2010.
Best Travel and Leisure Campaign at the Revolution Awards 2011.
Holiday Autos was included in the Top 5 Travel Website list - Sunday Mirror 2010.
Best Use of Social Media - The Travel Marketing Awards 2011.
Holiday Autos is part of lastminute.com which was category winner in the Cool Brands 2011/2012 for Travel Agents.

Sustainable luxury accommodation and spa holidays in 7 countries including Maldives, Thailand, Vietnam, Oman, Fiji, Jordan, and Spain.

Winner Global Tourism Business Award 2008 at the World Travel and Tourism Council's Tourism for Tomorrow Awards
Overall Winner for Large Resorts/Lodges - Conde Nast Traveler - 2010 World Savers Awards and Gold List 2010 (Soneva Fushi by Six Senses, Maldives)- Conde Nast Traveler - USA The Gold List 2010
Asia's Leading Resort Brand - Six Senses Resorts & Spas - World Travel Awards 2010
Winner - Corporate Social Responsibility - Walpole Awards for Excellence 2010 (The Walpole British Luxury)
Six Senses Con Dao is a Winner of Artravel Awards 2013.
One for your European travel destinations list: Six Senses rue de Castiglione, Paris, France has won Best Luxury Emerging Spa in the World Luxury Spa Awards 2014.
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas won the category Best Hotel Group in The Telegraph Travel Awards 2016.
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas have been named Luxury Hotel Company of the Year at The TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2022.
Six Senses Yao Noi has been included in the 2022 Conde Nast Traveler Gold List for The Best Hotels and Resorts in the World, Asia.

Greenforce is part of a group of travel companies which specialise in exciting and rewarding gap year and career break expeditions to remote destinations around the world. Member of the Gapforce group of travel websites

Gapforce is the winner of the BETA British Youth Tourism Award for Green Tourism 2009

Virgin Holidays

One of the leading UK travel companies providing holidays to mainland USA, Canada, the Caribbean, the Far East, South Africa, the Middle East, Indian Ocean, Mauritius, New Zealand and Australia plus a well-established ski programme

Favourite Long Haul Operator - as voted for by readers of the Daily Mail, Mail On Sunday, Metro and London Lite - Travel Weekly Annual Globe Awards 2009
Virgin Holidays Customer Service Team - short listed for Customer Service Team - B2C - National Customer Service Awards 2010
Favourite Long Haul Operator - Consumer Award Winners - Globe Travel Awards 2012
Ranked #7 overall and first for Tourism - UK Customer Satisfaction Index results January 2012
Finalist - Best high street, travel and leisure customer service - European Call Centre & Customer Service Awards 2012
Virgin Holidays has been named Best Family TourOperator at the inaugural Sunday Times and Times Travel Awards 2013.

Club Med offers premium all-inclusive holidays to over 80 exclusive Resorts all around the world. Each Resort has a wide collection of activities, sports, excursions and Spa packages.

Club Med's Cancun & French West Indies resorts have ranked Silver on the 2019 U.S. News & World Report Best Hotels Rankings list.
Club Med Punta Cana has been named the best all-inclusive resort in 2017 by Porthole Cruise Magazine.
The annual British Travel Awards recognized Club Med as the Best Activity / Sports Resort, and Best Ski/Winter Resort worldwide in 2017.

cazenove+loyd

Expert award-winning travel company focusing on three exciting parts of the world (Africa+Indian Ocean, South+South East Asia Central+South America) where destination experts design luxury honeymoons, private safaris & ultimate family holidays.

cazenove+loyd was ranked #1 for first-hand knowledge of destination - Worldwide Tour Operators - Conde Nast Travellers Readers' Travel Awards 2011.
Top 5 - Specialist Tour Operator - Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards 2008 - 2011 (ranked #3 in 2011.
Ranked #1 for level of expertise - Specialist Tour Operator - Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel. Awards 2010.
cazenove+loyd was the winner of the Specialist Tour Operator at the Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Awards 2007.
Cazenove + Loyd is included in the Top 10 list of The best general tour operators in the world 2023 in the Conde Nast 2023 Readers' Choice Awards.

Good customer service in travel

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Travel companies with the best customer service

The travel industry is a highly competitive one, so it is more important than ever for travel companies to offer excellent customer service. Here are some things that travel companies can do to offer the best customer service:

Be knowledgeable and helpful. Make sure your customer service representatives are knowledgeable about your products and services. They should be able to answer customer questions in a clear away. They should also be able to offer helpful suggestions.
Be proactive and responsive. Don't wait for customers to come to you with travel problems. Be proactive in reaching out to them and offering assistance. If a customer has a problem, be responsive and take steps to resolve it quickly.
Be friendly and approachable. Customers should feel comfortable interacting with your travel company customer service representatives. They should be treated with respect and courtesy.
Be flexible and accommodating. Things don't always go according to plan when you're traveling. Be flexible and accommodating when things go wrong. Try to find solutions that work for the customer, even if it means going above and beyond.
Be consistent. Customer service should be consistent across all channels. Before, during and after their travel, whether customers are interacting with you online, over the phone, or in person, they should have a consistent experience.
Use technology to your advantage. There are a number of technology tools that can help travel companies improve their customer service. For example, chatbots can be used to provide real-time assistance to customers.
Train your employees well. Your customer service representatives are the front line of your business. Make sure they are well-trained and equipped to handle customer inquiries and complaints.
Listen to your customers. Get feedback from your customers and use it to improve your customer service. This feedback can help you identify areas where you can improve and make changes that will make a difference for your customers.
By following these tips, travel companies can offer great customer service and create a positive experience for their customers. This will help them to attract new customers and retain existing ones.

2022 winners The World Luxury Travel Awards

The World Luxury Travel Awards identifies award-winning luxury travel providers around the world. Here is a selection of some recent winners.

Anton’s Egypt Tours in the category Travel Agency (2022)
Travelotus Luxury Tours Limited in the category DMC (MICE) Travel Agency (2022)
Ultra Luxury Maldives in the category Travel Agency (2022)
Italy Creative in the category Luxury Tailored Travel Agency (2022)

Source of exciting and colorful experiences for both consumers and travel professionals including holiday tours, sightseeing, attractions, activities and best things to do in more than 50 countries across the world to plan and book ahead

Rising brand of the year - Travolution Awards 2009
Named the 2nd fastest growing digital media company in Europe - GP Bullhound’s Media Momentum Awards 2009
Best Travel Agent Website - Highly Commended - Travolution Awards 2010
Shortlisted for Innovation in Travel and Leisure award in the Econsultancy Innovation Awards 2012 shortlist
Best Attraction Website - Travolution Awards 2011 Winner

Journeys Ã la Carte

Travel agent which aims to find the right holiday, irrespective of budget, age, individual tastes and whether tailor-made or from a brochure.

Best Travel Agent - Guardian/Observer Travel Awards 2008
Ranked third in list for Best travel agent - Guardian, Observer and guardian.co.uk Travel Awards 2010
Best Travel Agent - Guardian, Observer and guardian.co.uk Travel Awards 2011
Journeys a la Carte were named Joint-winner - Best Travel Agent - at the Guardian, Observer and guardian.co.uk Readers' Travel Awards 2012
Journeys a la Carte was voted Best travel agent in the 2013 Guardian and Observer Readers' Travel Awards.

Jumeirah Goup Hotels and Resorts

World class luxury international hotel group with properties located in many international travel destinations

Middle East's Leading Hotel and Dubai's Leading Hotel (Burj Al Arab)- World Travel Awards 2009
Best Business Hotel Chain in the Middle East (Jumeirah #1)- Business Traveller UK Awards 2009 - and, Best Leisure/Resort Hotel in the Middle East (Jumeirah Beach Hotel # 1) -The Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2009
Best Middle Eastern Hotel (Jumeirah Beach Hotel)- Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2009 - and, Best Hotel / Resort in the Middle East (Burj Al Arab)- Luxury Travel Advisor Awards of Excellence 2009
Best Hotel Chain in the Middle East (Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts)- Global Traveler Tested Reader Survey 2009
Top Favourite Hotel - Grand City Hotel Africa & Middle East and Luxury Resort Africa & Middle East (Burj Al Arab)- Centurion Magazine Reader’s Choice 2011
World’s Best Luxury Resort Spa (Talise Spa Madinat Jumeirah)- World Luxury Hotel Awards 2011
Best Hotel in the Eastern United States (Jumeirah Essex House)- Global Traveler’s GT Tested Reader Survey 2010
Best Business Hotel Chain in the Middle East (Jumeirah Group)- Business Traveller Awards 2010
Winner - World's Excellence In Service Award 2011 - World Travel Awards 2011 - January 2012
Nominee - Best Hotel Chain (worldwide)- Globe Travel Awards 2012
Jumeirah Beach Hotel is one of the runners-up for Best hotels in the Middle East in the Ultratravel 100 list for 2012
Jumeirah Bodrum Palace, Turkey is listed as a nominees for Europe's Leading Luxury Beach Resort 2017 in the @017 World Travel Awards.

national express

National Express is one of the leading travel providers in the UK offering train and coach services as well as transfer to airports and travel to large events such as music festivals and sporting events.

National Express East Coast - top ranking - independent National Passengers Survey (NPS) - customer satisfaction league table of long distance train providers - autumn 2008
National Express has been shortlisted for Employee Engagement (Loving the Customer) as well as Insight and Feedback in the 2013 UK Customer Experience Awards.
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Travel companies with great customer service

We receive regular feedback via social media about travel companies offering a great customer service. On this travel agent page, we list a few examples below:

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Very good service in travel companies

Very good service in travel companies is characterized by a number of factors, including:

Responsiveness: Travel companies should be responsive to customer inquiries and concerns. This means responding to emails and phone calls promptly, and resolving issues in a timely manner.
Accuracy: Top travel companies should provide accurate information about their products and services. This includes providing accurate pricing, availability, and cancellation policies.
Solution-oriented: Travel companies should be solution-oriented when dealing with customer issues. This means working with customers to find a solution that meets their needs, even if it means going above and beyond what is expected.
Empathetic: Top travel companies should be empathetic to customer concerns. This means understanding the customer's situation and taking the time to listen to their concerns.
Appropriate follow-up: Travel companies should follow up with customers to ensure that their issues have been resolved. This shows that the company is committed to providing excellent service and that they value the customer's business.

Virgin Trains

Virgin Trains is a UK long-distance train travel franchise operator. For business and leisure travellers, they offer connections to UK major cities - London, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh - via the West Coast Mainline.

Virgin Trains has been voted the top long-distance franchise operator for 2012 by The Institute of Transport Management based on criteria such as price, frequency, punctuality, health and safety, comfort and cleanliness.
Virgin Trains has been named best train operator by Which? Magazine in 2012
Business Traveller magazine readers voted Virgin Trains the Best UK Domestic Rail Operator in 2012.
In 2011 Virgin Trains won the British Quality Foundation's Achievement Award for Customer Satisfaction.
In the National Passenger Survey results published in January 2013, Virgin Trains scored 92% for overall customer satisfaction, the highest level ever achieved by a franchise operation.
Virgin Train won best rail operator 2011 in the Daily Mail Globe Travel Awards.
Virgin Trains is included in the list of the top 5 transport companies according to the UK Customer Satisfaction index in January 2013.
Seen on Twitter, a "customer service award" for Virgin Trains.
Virgin Trains is included in the top 10 for the 2013 travel industry Social Brands 100.
We have received a customer review about Virgin Trains via Twitter. To view click >>
Virgin Train is one of the Top 5 Best rail company in the Guardian and Observer 2013 Travel Awards.
Virgin Trains has been nominated for Best Rail Operator in the Business Travel Awards 2014 and in the Global Travel Awards 2014 organised by Travel Weekly.
Great customer service review about Virgin Trains received via Twitter in October 2014 >>
Virgin Trains is one of the finalists for Best Customer Service Co-Creation/Collaboration Award in the 2016 UK Customer Satisfaction Awards.
Virgin Train has been named Best Rail Operator at the 2017 Business Travel Awards.
Virgin Trains received the Design Innovation Award at the UK Rail Industry Awards 2018.
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Savanta reveals the Top 100 Most Loved Travel & Transport Brands

Who is winning the battle for affection of uk consumers.

A new study of 76,000+ consumers from BrandVue reveals the UK’s most loved brands across the Travel & Transport sector.

The report , which rates the Top 100 Travel & Transport Brands according to how loved they are, includes performance rankings from across all major categories:

• Buses & Coaches

• Cruise Liners

• Historic Attractions

• Holiday Booking & Travel Agencies

• Hotels & Accommodation

• Museums & Galleries

• Theme Parks & Zoos

As well as revealing the UK’s most loved brands within the sector, we will also shine a light on some of the notable success stories, as well as delve into what it means for a customer to be ‘in love’ with a brand.

The insight is drawn from the opinions of over 76,000 consumers across 200 brands, through Savanta’s market intelligence platform, BrandVue Travel & Transport: the largest and most comprehensive brand, audience, and customer tracking engine in the market.

Download the full report here for the Top 100 League Table as well as more of the latest trends and insights.

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The 7 best online travel agencies in the UK

Best online travel agency for business travel, 1. travelperk: perfect for business travellers going the extra mile.

Main offerings and features:

UK-based headquarters for smooth customer support
Extensive inventory of travel services
Flexible booking with FlexiPerk
Safety alerts with TravelCare
Integrated travel policy & approval flows
Centralised invoicing
Easy & real-time expense reports
Carbon offsetting with GreenPerk
24/7 customer support with a 15s target
VAT reclaim
Integration with 3rd party tools , such as expense management or HR software like Expensify and BambooHR

See how to save money by automating your booking process

Best online travel agencies for leisure travel in the united kingdom, 2. travel supermarket: a travel agent part of moneysupermarket.

Key features:

Get access to expert travel advice from the experienced team
Includes: all-inclusive, long haul, beach-themed, and more types of holidays
Europe-wide car hire is also available through the website
Get inspired to find some winter sun with their “where’s hot” search filter

3. Lastminute: great for spontaneous travellers—or those that forgot to book!

1,500+ employees in offices across the globe
An intuitive booking tool for flights, hotels, or both
Get inspired with their ‘ deal finder’ search
Also book the theatre, cars, ground transport, and the Eurostar

4. Hays Travel: great for those looking to travel with peace of mind

Available on Whatsapp to bring your deals on the go
Booking centre: if you’d prefer to plan your trip in-store with an agent
ATOL scheme: to ensure you’re protected should something happen to the holiday company while you’re away
Hays prepaid Travel Money Card for worldwide cash withdrawals and 24/7 customer support

5. Thomas Cook: one of the UK’s most renowned tour operators

Score the best service on any holiday as Thomas Cook are members of ABTA
A huge selection of beach to cheap to luxury holidays to choose from
Availability to book your travel money, travel insurance, and airport transport
A fantastic holiday advice magazine to keep you inspired when booking

6. Easy Jet Holidays: for holiday goers on a budget

Best price guarantees and low deposits—from £60pp
Book flights, manage bookings, and access your boarding passes via the app
Holidays that are easier on the credit card by splitting your payments out
Cancel up to 60 days before you travel and get your deposit back as EasyJet credit

7. Tui: great for those looking to fly from local and go global

Tours and multi-destination trip for a tailor-made retreat
A huge selection of ocean and river cruises for that perfect holiday on the water
Plenty of holiday deals to inspire a trip on any budget
A nifty holiday budget calculator to help you figure out your spending money

Closing out British travel companies worth considering

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Inspiring Travel are experts in creating truly individual, personalised luxury holidays to the world’s most iconic destinations. Getting to know what each client wants and providing personalised recommendations is at the heart of what they do – so, all our clients have to do is relax, and Inspiring Travel will take care of everything else.

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Regent has been pioneering off-the-beaten track adventures to the world’s most unique and fascinating places since 1970. As experts in the extraordinary, they create tours featuring the rarest travel experiences curated by a deeply knowledgeable team. And, they do it ethically and responsibly, so clients can make a positive contribution to the people they visit.

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Rainbow create authentic tailor-made tours to see some of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders and wildlife across Africa, Latin America and more. For Rainbow, luxury is not about high-end lodges and fine dining – it’s about being as enrichingly close to nature as possible, without impacting the local environment and habitat.

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At Spectate, a passion for the thrill of live sport and an expertise in luxury travel create something truly incredible. Securing the best seats in the house, premium hospitality, celebrity hosts and ultimate VIP experiences, Spectate’s sports enthusiasts are driven by a desire to create bespoke packages that are exceptional as you can possibly imagine.

Formula 1 Holidays
Cricket Tours
Golf Holidays

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Five trends UK travel companies need to respond to this winter

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By James Faulkner, Head of PPC

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With UK travel restrictions relaxing at the start of October, international travel is easier and cheaper for people dreaming of that next trip abroad. While the road to recovery is long for the travel industry, the latest opening up is a big step for companies that have suffered 18+ months of uncertainty.

Vertical Leap look at UK travel trends and provide tips for marketers to implement into their advertising.

Vertical Leap looks at UK travel trends and provides tips for marketers to implement into their advertising

In this article, we look at five key trends for the UK travel industry heading into winter 2021 – and how companies can respond with their advertising.

Trend #1: the UK domestic travel boom continues

With the UK easing almost all Covid-19 restrictions by the end of June 2021, domestic travel was the surest way to guarantee a summer holiday without any last-minute disruption. According to several travel authorities, the so-called “staycation boom” is set to continue through the winter months and well into 2022, despite the easing of international travel restrictions.

How to respond: High demand and soaring prices force domestic travelers to book early, so companies in the UK should keep a heavy emphasis on domestic travel. Exploit some of the uncertainty around availability and prices to create a sense of urgency in your ads and encourage travelers to book now while emphasizing the fact that domestic travel remains the most reliable choice in the meantime.

Trend #2: international travel on the rise too

With the traffic light system being replaced in October 2021, travelers from the UK can book international trips with greater confidence. Airlines and other travel companies have reported a “sharp rise” in bookings this month, but they’re rising from a low base, so travel companies are competing for a relatively small market of international travelers.

How to respond: Announce the return of international travel in your ads, provide detailed information about the latest travel guidelines and reinforce paid ads with organic content to help people make informed booking decisions. Pay attention to travelers’ concerns and address them. Target long-tail keywords (eg “winter 2021 holiday flexible booking no quarantine”) if you’re struggling to rank/show for more competitive terms.

Trend #3: last-minute bookings

Earlier this year, travel group Jet2 said its customers were booking “significantly closer” to departure for summer holidays amid the ongoing uncertainty around travel lists and restrictions. Despite most restrictions being lifted for returning travelers, the UK is heading into winter with some of the highest infection rates in the world, and the bigger risk now is that other countries could place the UK on their travel lists.

With the government once again facing pressure to reintroduce Covid measures, the uncertainty isn’t over yet, and travelers could be forgiven for continuing to book trips at the last moment.

How to respond: Offer flexible booking and emphasize this in your ad messages. Provide clear information about your refund policy and use simple, easy-to-understand language so people feel confident they can book without worrying about any nasty surprises if things suddenly change.

Trend #4: demand is high – for some kind of getaway

Whether it’s domestic or international, the demand for getaways is high among UK travelers, and there’s a clear appetite for getting back to ‘normal’ for many in the country. We’re also heading into the least restrictive winter of the pandemic (subject to change, of course) and confidence is gradually increasing.

According to data compiled by VisitBritain , 80% of travelers asked in August 2021 would consider an international leisure trip in the next 12 months, with 50% saying they would “definitely” consider traveling.

Even if travelers don’t commit to making the booking this year, interest is growing and this presents opportunities for travel companies to capture leads and put their brand at the center of people’s minds.

How to respond: Address the urge of people to get away two years into the pandemic. Many people are desperate for a holiday with minimal disruption and the more ease/reassurance you can offer, the more tempting bookings become. Also, allocate some budget for brand awareness and lead generation campaigns for travelers who aren’t ready to commit now.

Trend #5: competition is rising

Travel confidence and bookings are on the rise, but we’re still looking at a slow recovery when you compare figures to pre-Covid levels. So we’ve got a lot of travel companies competing for a smaller market.

How to respond: Address traveler concerns, provide flexibility and be ready to play the long game with travelers who are more likely to book next year – or even later. If you can beat your rivals to winning short-term bookings now, that’s great. If you can’t, put strategies in place to capture leads and position your brand as the one to book from as the market continues to grow and, eventually, returns to pre-pandemic levels.

Also, go the extra mile to win positive reviews from customers during these difficult times. Positive feedback could be your biggest asset in winning new bookings over your rivals, especially with the number of negative reviews at an all-time high.

For more details about PPC strategies travel companies should adopt, check out Seven PPC strategies for travel companies .

James Faulkner, head of PPC at Vertical Leap .

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The best luggage brands in the UK according to our editors

By Lauren Burvill

Best luggage brands UK 2024 according to our editors

If you've ever travelled with a temperamental suitcase, you'll know that choosing the right style, size and quality of luggage can make all the difference to your journey. The best suitcase is one that is reliable, easy to carry and looks good. It can store everything you need for your trip while also surviving the wear and tear of the journey, from baggage claim to bumpy cobbled city streets. Not every suitcase is up to the task, which is why we've narrowed down the best styles to invest in, tried and tested by our editors.

The best luggage brands in the UK at a glance

Best value luggage brands: Antler , Away , July and Nere
Most stylish luggage brands: Carl Friedrik , Paravel , Brics
Best luxury luggage brands: Rimowa , Tumi , Victorinox

Lauren Burvill and Charley Ward

How we tested the best luggage brands

Every luggage brand on this list has been independently tested and reviewed by our editors Charley Ward and Lauren Burvill . We run each piece of luggage through a test in office, and then pass the cases on to members of the wider team to take with them on a flight for further testing. When deciding which are the best luggage brands, we test multiple cases and bags from their range, looking at quality, design features, value for money, as well as overall function and visual appeal.

How do I choose a suitcase?

There's a lot to consider when buying a suitcase, particularly in regard to carry-on luggage restrictions, as they vary greatly between airlines. In addition to weight and dimensions, the best type of suitcase depends on the kind of travel you are planning. Some things to look for include:

Durable spinner wheels – especially for travel in the UK and Europe where there are cobblestone streets
Internal storage pockets and compression features
External pockets – for easy access to laptops and documents
Expandable zips – for flexible storage
TSA approved lock
Texture of casing – whether it's prone to scuffs, dents and scratches
Whether there’s a lifetime warranty, especially on pricier high-end cases

For more luggage advice and recommendations, the following guides feature more top picks:

The best carry-on luggage
The best hard shell suitcases
The best suitcases on Amazon
The best timeless suitcases
The best under-seat cabin bags
The best travel backpacks
The best packing cubes
The best travel tote bags

Away was founded in 2015 by Jen Rubio and Stephanie Korey, who met while working together at American glasses brand Warby Parker. The New York based start-up originally launched with their classic hard shell polycarbonate carry-on luggage which cleverly feature an inbuilt charger for your personal devices. Today it's one of the most popular direct-to-consumer luggage brands, with a cult following on Instagram.

According to our editors: “It was easy to pack, with plenty of storage options and an expandable zip. It was a dream to navigate through a busy airport thanks to its spinner wheels and sturdy frame. I’m such a convert, that I’m considering investing in the matching carry-on and packing cubes for my next trip home." Abigail Malbon, who moved to another country using the Away Large Flex suitcase

Price range: from £245 for the cabin bags, £665 for the large aluminium checked luggage, the cabin and the medium set together is £510.

Our pick: The Medium Flex .

This British heritage luggage brand was originally established in Lancashire by John Boultbee Brooks in 1914. Today Antler is based in London, while its colourful hard shell Clifton suitcases are a best-seller around the world. Their packing cubes are known to sell out regularly, too.

According to our editors: “I have the Clifton luggage set in mineral and absolutely love it. The cute cabin case is the perfect bag to take on any weekend getaway. All of them are lightweight while still being sturdy and are a dream to whip around busy airports. Each case within the set sits neatly within one another too, so it's very easy to store.” Lauren Burvill, commerce editor

Price range: from £170 for the cabin bags, £240 for the large checked bags, sets of three start at £527.

Our pick: the Clifton cabin with pocket is one of our top-rated carry-on luggage options. The useful exterior pocket for a laptop makes it a great choice for business travel. We've also reviewed the Antler overnight bag and think it makes a great under-seat carry-on bag when flying on easyJet.

Carl Friedrik

Since it launched in London in 2012, Carl Friedrik has become best known for its beautiful and high-quality Italian leather bags and accessories. Its hard-side luggage range is made from polycarbonate while featuring signature leather as trim details. Their cases are also zipper-free and instead are secured with an aluminium lock frame. Each case comes with a lifetime guarantee and a 100-day trial period.

According to our editors: “I travel regularly with the carry-on pro style, and love the way it looks and navigates. The organisational pockets are really well thought out and designed. What really sets the brand apart is the aluminium lock frame, which feels incredibly safe and secure – although can be a little tricky to lock in place if the case is really full." Sophie Knight, visuals editor

Price range: from £385 for the cabin suitcases to £565 for the large check-in cases.

Our pick: the Carry-on Pro is one of our favourite tried and tested carry-on suitcases .

The team behind Australian luggage brand July read over 4,000 reviews of existing cases before creating a range designed to tackle the usual sticking points. The result? Stylish, lightweight hard shell luggage in a range of chic colours, with a lifetime quality guarantee and 100-day returns. Their suitcases are made from polycarbonate, with additional reinforcement at the weakest points, and finished with whisper-quiet spinner wheels. The diverse range of customisation options is a key selling point – you can even personalise your case with a picture of your pet.

Price range: From £195 for the smallest cabin suitcase to £295 for the largest check-in rolling case.

According to our editors: “My July carry-on is by far the lightest suitcase I’ve ever tried. Struggling to wrangle my case in and out of the aeroplane’s overhead compartments is now a thing of the past. If you’re looking for a new lightweight carry-on, you won’t get better than this. But my favourite aspect is how quiet the wheels are in use, even over bumpy cobblestones. The good quality telescopic handle makes life easier when manoeuvring around busy airports, too.” Charley Ward, commerce writer.

Our pick: Their zippy Carry On Light , the world's lightest carry-on suitcase and our recommendation for best lightweight suitcase.

If the spinner case you’re eyeing at the airport is especially sleek and minimalist, it’s probably a Monos. The Vancouver-based premium luggage brand has been winning over a fashionable crowd with its selection of pleasingly minimal cases and bags since its inception in 2019. Timeless design is key, and these pieces are built to last, with aerospace-grade polycarbonate shells and recycled elements wherever possible. Monos is also the first luggage brand to earn climate-neutral certification, meaning it’s achieved net zero carbon emissions as a company – clever stuff.

Price range: From £260 for the smallest carry-on case to £460 for a rolling trunk.

According to our editors: “I’ve had a couple of Monos suitcases, and I’ve always been impressed with the number of internal pockets – something I'm grateful for as a consummate over-packer. The brand’s large check-in case is no different, boasting more inner compartments than any other suitcase I’ve owned, giving me space for my laundry bag, toiletries, electricals and all the just-in-case bits and bobs I please. The compression system and dividers help squeeze everything in neatly. The textured casing is lovely, but it does get marked rather easily. However, it’s nothing a brief wipe down with a damp cloth can’t sort.” Charley Ward, commerce writer.

Our pick: The Check In Large .

For high quality that does no harm, look to Paravel 's Aviator, the world's first carbon-neutral suitcase. The concept is achieved via sustainable sourcing and manufacturing methods along with the use of recycled materials – the polycarbonate case is made from recycled water cooler tanks, and the internal organisation pouches are made from recycled plastic bottles. Even the zippers are recycled. Paravel also offset all of the carbon emissions generated from the production of the suitcase right through to the delivery and even its first trip (based on an average flight). The credentials are admirable, but we also think this is one of the most stylish check-in cases at this price point, available in five different colours and featuring smart recycled vegan leather accents.

Price range: from £435 for the cabin suitcases to £525 for the large check-in cases.

Our pick: The Carry-on Plus vegan leather trimmed hardshell suitcase .

As part of the LVMH group, German designer luggage brand Rimowa has some of the slickest suitcases on the market. While they’re probably best known for their aluminium cases, the check-in medium case is made from an ultralight polycarbonate shell that comes in four different glossy shades and one matte. While not every traveller will be open to the high price tag, if you’re a frequent flyer looking for the best in looks and function, this is a worthy investment.

Price range: from £465 for the cabin suitcases to £1,340 for the large check-in cases.

Our pick: the Essential cabin bag .

Another luggage brand to be born out of Australia, Nere has recently made its way to the UK with its trend-led selection of bags, suitcases and travel accessories at surprisingly pleasing price points. We can see why they’ve become a favourite with the Instagram crowd; the range comes in a selection of pretty sorbet shades that will stand out on your social feeds and the luggage carousel alike. Considering their very reasonable price points, it's impressive the brand also offers a 10-year warranty.

Price range: from £119 for the cabin suitcases to £119 for the large check-in cases.

Our pick: the Stori 75cm suitcase

Horizn Studios

Engineered in Germany, Horizn Studios specialises in luggage with a lifetime warranty, made from all-vegan materials, and sent to you using neutral shipping. There's a lot to choose from – their Circle One range is made from a plant-based hard shell – but in terms of quality, price and function, our pick is the M5 cabin bag, a partly recycled hardshell case with a front laptop pocket, recycled polyester lining and enough space to last a five-day trip.

Price range: from £360 for the cabin suitcases to £490 for the large check-in cases.

Our pick: their classic H5 cabin luggage .

With functions inspired by the Swiss Army Knife, it’s no surprise Victorinox 's sleek cases are built to last. For a strong and spacious option, we love the large Lexicon hard-side case, featuring the latest advances in moulding technology plus a 100 per cent virgin polycarbonate shell, TSA-approved combination lock and super-recessed spinner wheels that allow for more packing room. All Victorinox luggage is covered by a warranty that lasts up to eleven years. If you travel often and don't pack light, this one is worth the investment.

Our pick: the Lexicon hardside .

American Tourister

Established in 1933, this Samsonite-owned luggage brand is best known for its affordable lightweight suitcases in vibrant colours, as well as its collaborations with Disney and Marvel. Many of its popular styles fit within budget airline allocations and are available on Amazon , making it a quick and affordable option if you need a suitcase in a hurry.

Price range: from £139 for the cabin suitcases to £185 for the large check-in cases.

Our pick: the holiday heat spinner hand luggage .

Launching in 1975, American luggage brand Tumi gained a popular following in the 1980s with its collection of soft ballistic nylon travel bags. Today Tumi is at the forefront of innovative and sustainable design, with a strong focus on testing each and every aspect of its luggage and bags (sometimes up to 30 unique tests), as well as utilising recycled materials and offering a global repair network programme. True to their heritage, the suitcase brand also offers some of the best soft-sided luggage on the market today. But the luggage brand is best known for its signature aluminium cases, as well as its limited-edition collaborations, most recently with supercar maker McLaren .

Price range: from £540 for the cabin suitcases to £1,580 for the largest aluminium rolling case.

Our pick: International Slim Super Léger Carry-On .

Bric's

For a bag that prioritises style without sacrificing function, our readers love Bric’s, which has been crafting travel bags and leather goods out of the Lake Como region since the 1950s. For their Bellagio case, the Italian brand has modernised the vintage-style travel trunk by adding practical features like a front compartment with a USB port, a zipped interior and four 360-degree spinner wheels.

Price range: from £465.

Our pick: the four-wheel cabin suitcase .

Light and secure, Samsonite's S'Cure range of luggage is one of our best budget-friendly options, and it’s a bonus that it's available on Amazon. The hardside spinner is light but sturdy and scratch-resistant and comes with a three-point locking system. What makes these really stand out are the colour options. There are seven in total, including bright shades of red, yellow and blue, so they're very easy to spot in a crowded airport.

Price range: from £97 for the cabin suitcases to £425 for the large check-in cases.

Our pick: the Samsonite S'Cure Eco .

BÉIS Travel

American luggage label BÉIS has a cult global following thanks to their thoughtfully designed bags and hard-side suitcases available in a range of fashionable colours. One of their best sellers in The Weekender is a clever travel tote bag with a separate bottom compartment for storing shoes separately, as well as a zipper pocket that can slide over a luggage handle. At just 4.2kg for the 26” check-in suitcase , we’re crowning this the best lightweight luggage on our list. There’s also a built-in weight limit indicator, so you’ll never be hit with an additional charge at the airport.

Price range: from £223 for the cabin suitcases to £335 for the large check-in cases.

Our pick: the carry-on roller with the matching weekender bag .

Louis Vuitton

For arriving in style there’s no finer choice than a Louis Vuitton case, and the legendary LV logo always gets the fashion nod of approval. This particular design exudes innovation with its wheels, ultra-light canvas and leather trim.

Price range: from £2,200.

Our pick: the classic Horizon 50 MY LV Heritage case .

Briggs & Riley

Luxury US travel brand Briggs & Riley has been crafting its meticulously created bags and suitcases from its New York base since 1993. The prices are premium, but the brand offers one of the most impressive lifetime guarantees we've found, promising to repair damaged bags free of charge, for any reason, with no proof of purchase required – even if it was damaged by the airline. NHS staff can save 15% on buys in the UK, too.

Price range: From £179 for duffel bags to £869 for its formalwear case

Our pick: The large expandable spinner

According to our editors: "I’ve been using a rickety hand-me-down suitcase from my parents for my whole life and, as a travel journalist who is nearly 30, it’s not the chicest look. This Briggs & Riley suitcase ticks all of the right boxes. It has a durable, water-resistant hard shell and looks sleek and contained in spite of the undoubtedly overloaded contents. I like the in-built expansion and compression system, which increases packing capacity by a very handy 17 per cent, and the three inner compartments perfect for splitting up clothing – a must for a packing cube obsessive like me. The TSA-approved lock reassures me that my belongings are secure in the hold, as well," Olivia Morelli, senior writer

Fashionistas will know vintage-leaning luggage brand Steamline, whose pretty matching suitcase sets hark back to a more stylish time. Case in point: we've spotted Margot Robbie using these cases during Barbie promotion, not least during a Vogue cover shoot . With eye-catching leather trims on the outside and vibrant patterned finishes inside, we've not found a more photogenic selection of cases to date.

Price range: From around £200 for a crossbody to around £500 for a check-in case

Our pick: The Editor Carry-on in brown

Which suitcase is better, hard or soft?

Looking for new luggage? The best type of suitcase for you will depend on whether you plan to check in the case or carry it on the plane.

For check-in suitcases: We recommend opting for a hard-shell suitcase. While they tend to cost more, these suitcases are often the most durable, offer better protection for valuables and are easier to clean than soft-sided luggage.

For carry-on suitcases: If you're after maximum packing space, soft-shell suitcases are the better option as you can often fit more in. Equally, if you're travelling with just an under-seat cabin bag, a soft weekender or backpack is a better option. For a quality case to fit in the overhead bin, hard-shell carry-on cases are the better investment. We love hard shell cases that come with an external pocket, like the best-selling Clifton cabin case with pocket , so you can use it as your sole travel bag if needed.

What size suitcase do I need for my trip?

Brands usually offer suitcases in carry-on, medium and large sizes. Some also have trunk-style and extra-large options as well. For most travellers, unless you’re in the habit of setting off on month-long jaunts, a set of three – carry-on, medium and large – should be all you need for the majority of trips. Most brands’ offerings slot inside each other for neat storage. Remember you have an under-seat bag allowance, too, for all your in-flight necessities.

For trips of up to three days , a carry-on suitcase will likely be sufficient. See our full guide to the best carry-on luggage for more recommendations.

For holidays of up to a week , a medium suitcase – usually with a capacity of 50 to 120 litres – provides a good balance between being large enough to house all you need without being unnecessarily unwieldy or heavy. The exception would be if you’re bringing a lot of specialist kit, such as diving or ski gear or bulky cameras, for example. In those instances, switch out your regular checked bag for a larger suitcase.

Two week-plus getaways will require a large check-in case, especially if you’re partial to bringing back souvenirs. These cases tend to have a capacity of around 55 to 140 litres. To maximise space efficiency, packing cubes or even vacuum bags is a game-changer. I travelled to Iceland for three months during winter – ie lots of bulky jumpers – using just one large suitcase thanks to the use of vacuum bags . Think cleverly, and you’ll be surprised what you can get packed into just one suitcase!

Is it a good idea to lock your checked luggage?

In a word, yes. All of the cases in our best luggage guide have TSA-approved locks, which ensure that security can open your case without damaging it should it be necessary. Locking your case provides peace of mind that your items will remain secured inside and protected as best as possible against theft, especially if you’re travelling with valuables. Modern built-in TSA locks mean you don't need an additional bulky padlock either, so your suitcase remains looking chic and as lightweight as possible.

How much should I spend on check-in luggage?

This will depend entirely on your own budget and tastes. However, we’ve found that the best luggage brands’ prices tend to start from around £200 for cabin cases, £300 for medium and £400 upwards for large suitcases. You can make savings by buying a luggage set – Antler offers a 15 per cent discount on sets, and you can save up to £80 at July and £150 at Monos when you buy three, for example. We’ve also found some brands that offer great-value luggage options – Nere has medium check-in cases for under £150, as does American Tourister .

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12 Best travel backpack 2023 Osprey to Samsonite

The 12 best travel backpack for every kind of escape

By Owen Gough

Get packed up and head out to adventure with GQ’s pick of the best travel backpacks for every destination

January is a time for holiday planning, right? There’s not a single person in the UK right now who couldn't do with a brief foray abroad to soak up the sun –our pick is the Maldives, in case you’re curious – but aside from making sure you actually get something booked in, you need to make sure you’re prepared for the upcoming journey when it comes to luggage. The best travel backpacks are our essential pick as you board the plane, largely because you’ve got to have someplace to store your snacks on the trip, but also because they allow you to bring spare clothes, headphones, a book, laptops or portable games consoles to keep you entertained without provoking the wrath of airline baggage allowance.

Carry-on size travel bags are vital to getting that little bit extra luggage on your journey, eking out all the space you can while also being comfortable and ready for treks across terminals, with compression straps to stay ergonomic and side pockets to tuck away boarding passes, passports or keys to save you the faff of hauling them out of your jeans before the security check.

In fact, the travel backpack is so versatile it can handle pretty much any venture you might envisage, from the daily grinding office commute to the day hike up a mountain on your family holiday, keeping your valuables safe and easily accessible regardless of where you happen to be. Ideal for public transport, hiking and jumping between flights, the humble backpack is your globe-trotting saviour. If you're still nursing your ageing school rucksack, allow us to guide you to the best travel backpacks for the smoothest journey of your life.

What are the best travel backpacks 2023?

Nordace Siena 2 smart backpack

A smart bag for the smart, modern man. The Nordace Siena 2 is packed with useful features, like a side access pocket, a clamshell opening and a USB charger point for topping up your phone mid-journey.

Montane Trailblazer 25L Backpack

Blazing trails isn't easy, but it's a damn sight simpler and less cumbersome with the Montane backpack. Designed for comfort and durability, this bag is at home in the airport as it is on the mountainside.

DB Ramverk Pro

For dedicated professionals looking to add a bit of travelling spice to their lives, the Ramverk Pro is kitted out with supreme durability, admirable storage options and a slick design that wouldn't look out of place in a Red Bull travel ad.

Best commuter travel backpack: Nordace Siena II Smart Backpack, £116 at nordace.com
Best hiking travel backpack: Montane Trailblazer 25L Backpack, £100 at montane.com
Best professional travel backpack: DB Ramverk Pro, £329 at uk.dbjourney.com
Most pro-grade travel backpack: DB Hugger Backpack 25L Black Out, £169 at uk.dbjourney.com
Most durable travel backpack: Osprey UNLTD™ AirScape® 68, £650 at ospreyeurope.com

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What is the best type of travel backpack?

The main variation in travel backpack types is the opening style. You have the more traditional top-opening option but there are also zip-open models (also known as clamshell opening bags) which can fully lift from the side, like a lid on a suitcase. The former is great for quickly loading and emptying, while the latter is ideal if you're travelling and want to dip in and out of your case, getting access to items at the bottom as easily as those at the top.

Others may add a front pocket to store those special valuables in a quick-to-reach place, or a water bottle pocket on the side, though be prepared to have to tip out any water before making your way through security.

Adjustable backpacks are pretty standard but some have more adjustment options than others. Breathable mesh covers, hip belts, backpack straps, chest straps and other ergonomic features can make it much easier on your body to carry more around, but be warned these will typically be bigger bags and therefore may not comply with restrictions. You may want to look out for this if you're going to be walking long distances and need maximum comfort and intelligent load distribution.

It’s worth highlighting that some carry-on luggage like wheeled miniature suitcases can also be used for the same purpose, so long as they comply with airline weight and size policy. For example, Antler, Carl Friedrik and many more offer hard-shell cases that are just as useful for storing in-travel entertainment while remaining small enough to stuff under the seat or in an overhead bin.

What should you look for when buying a travel backpack?

Access: The choice between a top or side-loading access is important. You may pay a little more for side loading but it means your life will be easier if you're planning to live out of the pack for a longer, multi-location trip. The additional functionality of being able to open up the entire bag across longer trips can be the difference between a stressful and breezy journey.

Pockets: Having lots of pockets can be a great feature which means quick and easy access to things like wallet, passport, sun cream, hats, shoes and so on, without having to dive into the backpack or, in many cases, even having to take it off.

Weight: While high-quality backpacks can be lighter than cases, they vary in weight. If you're only wearing it minimally, a heavier and more pricey option might be fine. But if you're walking long distances you'll want to keep this weight as low as possible.

Material type: Variations in material type mean different levels of protection for your kit. Some offer waterproofing, while others have tougher outers to avoid damage. Some will use more flexible materials leading to greater comfort than others.

Capacity: Ultimately, you want your travel backpack to straddle that balance between being small and easy to carry and capacious enough to hold your personal items on your journey. Most travel backpacks are capacious enough to fit roughly 72 hours’ worth of clothes and essential items (underwear and a change of clothes) while still having enough space for a laptop laundry bag or lunch box.

GQ’s guide to the best luggage, suitcases and backpacks for your travels

Got your ticket in hand but not sure how well your current suitcase will hold up to the trip? Our travel editors are veterans of the airport check-in desk, having plenty of experience getting around bus terminals, airports and the regular city commute. If you’re keen to guarantee you’re decked out with the best travel gear to get you through to the beach, then read on to check out our top roundups on the best suitcases , best cheap suitcases , the best packing cubes , best luggage brands , best laptop backpack s, the best backpack trends , and the best carry-on luggage for the easiest trips of your life.

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Osprey UNLTD AirScape 68 Mens

Best for: Heavy-duty long-distance travelling

What we like: Huge capacity | Comfortable, adjustable straps | Included rain cover and 8L top lid | Lumbar support | What we don’t like: Very expensive

Litre capacity: 68l
Material: High-tenacity nylon
Weight: 3kg

In our opinion, Osprey's AirScape sits at the absolute pinnacle of travel backpack design, though it comes with a steep price for the pleasure of owning.

Designed by Osprey's founder, Mike Pfotenhauer, this bag can accompany you on almost any adventure you might have, from an arctic exploration to a terrifying first-time backpacking venture across Europe. Utilising impressive 3D-printed moulds, the back plate slips around your spine for supreme comfort and lumbar support without feeling restrictive. Lugging this 68L monster might look intimidating, but it only weighs 3KG on its own and the auto-lift system of straps and harnesses that loop around your shoulders and chest means it's immensely easy to carry long distances.

For heavy packers, there's additional storage that can be added on top for toiletries, washing or those items you need to grab quickly when passing through borders. £650. At ospreyeurope.com

DB Hugger Backpack 25L Black Out

Best for: Skiers, heavy-duty travellers and backcountry movers

What we like: Supreme security for your gear | Compatibility with other Hugger gear | Durable What we don’t like: Bulky

Litre capacity: 25l
Material: Padded recycled polyester
Weight: 1.10kg

If it’s sturdy security on your mind for your travels, then it doesn’t get more protective than the Hugger Black Out. Oozing street cred cool with the all-black design, it’s a solid, durable backpack for weekend trips, commutes, train-hopping or simply knocking about town. Why is it so durable? Utilising a unique ribcage system that features internal grids to maintain the duffel bag shape, it’s so rigid that you could chuck it in the overhead bin, drop it or ding it jumping onto the ski lift and remain confident nothing is broken inside.

However, the truly impressive feature here is that you can hook it up to the larger Hugger duffel bag or check-in suitcase using the combined clips to save your back muscles some grief and breeze through the airport carrying one bag. It piggybacks on the larger bag to alleviate some of the weight issues often discovered when packing for long-haul journeys. The clamshell opening offers a decent enough space to adjust your packing or grab something important from the quick-access pockets and, for the price, it’s one of the most complete travel backpacks around. £169. At uk.dbjourney.com

Carl Friedrik 72-hour backpack

Best for: Short-haul travel in style

What we like: Beautiful design | Clamshell opening | Space for a 16-inch laptop | Glasses pouch What we don’t like: Expensive | Often out of stock

Material: Premium chrome-free nubuck & Vachetta leather detailing
Weight: 1.2kg

Got an upcoming business/pleasure trip that will only take a few days? Carl Friedrik's 72-hour backpack has got got you covered, with the sartorial confidence you should come to expect from the brand. Capacious enough for three days worth of gear, be that trainers and a few clothing options or something smarter for your commute, it can cope with most demands you may have of it.

Wrought from a beautiful combo of chrome-free nubuck and vachetta leather, it's an eye-catching pack to sling over your shoulder for the daily grind in the city or a Euro-hopping trip. £495. At carlfriedrik.com

Nordace Siena 2 Smart

Best for: Tech lovers on the move

What we like: USB cable | Key set carabiner | Compartment for 15.6” laptop | Water resistant What we don’t like: Fairly pricy

Litre capacity: 22l
Material: Polyester and micro-fibre vegan leather
Weight: 1.29kg

Redefining what the backpack world looks like, Nordace is one of our favourite sets for modern-day travelling, commuting and hiking. First off, the entire range is handsome no matter which set you go for thanks to the minimalist, clean design, but our pick would be the smart range, particularly the Siena 2 for your general travelling needs.

How is it smart? Well, it’s one of the most well-equipped backpacks for the modern traveller, complete with USB charging port, RFID-Blocking card slots, retractable key leash and a dedicated safe pocket for your sunglasses. It’s perfectly happy to comply with standard aircraft overhead bin restrictions and the main compartment is capacious enough to store a 15.6” laptop. £116. At nordace.com

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Patagonia Altvia Pack 22L

Best for: Hill-walking, light hiking and battling the city commute

What we like: Incredibly lightweight | Front access clam shell opening | Eco-friendly materials What we don’t like: Quite small | Expensive for the size | Limited colour options

Material: Polyester
Weight: 678g

We love a good long-distance walk, but it's always made a bit better when we can take some snacks with us. Day hiking or travelling light can sometimes be tricky when it comes to backpacks, as sizing, weight and capacity can become major headaches when you're not sure what to go for. But if there's one brand that knows how to take care of you on your travels, it's Patagonia.

The Altvia 22L option is durably and sustainably made, water resistant and big enough to stow away a change of clothes, your essential documents and a few other must-have items like a post-walk snack or a phone charger.

Mostly a solid option for mountain-side recces rather than as a companion on your commute, you'll be scaling the hardest treks with confidence when you've got this bag on your back. £102. At alpinetrek.co.uk

Gifts for Girlfriends Antler Chelsea Backpack

Antler Chelsea daypack

Best for: Day trips for your most essential items

What we like: Back sleeve to fit over a suitcase handle | Water resistant | Detachable internal packing pocket | Internal packing straps | Space for a 16.5-inch laptop What we don’t like: Not big enough for longer trips

Litre capacity: 19l
Material: Durable nylon
Weight: 0.98kg

Flying off of shelves across the UK and then flying across Europe accompanying the smart shopper on their travels, Antler's Chelsea daypack is an exceptional option for those who travel light. Granted, it's not capacious enough to cope with a trip to Bali or Australia, but shorter trips are a joy. And having said that it's reasonably small, it's still big enough to fit a 16.5-inch laptop and has detachable internal pockets to either help you with your organisation or make more space.

On the design side, there are plenty of colour choices, and it's got a back sleeve so you can slot it over the handle of a suitcase, and we can't tell you how much easier it is to have all your gear in one place. £140. At antler.co.uk

Best for: Long-term travelling hiking backpack

What we like: Ergonomic design | Storage options in the shoulder straps | Durable design What we don’t like: Fairly small | Could do with more colour options

Weight: 1.09kg

Hands up if you’ve ever been halfway through a trek only to discover the super-cheap daypack you’re using to keep your food, drink and spare clothes in is simply not fit for the job. Be that a broken strap or not enough space to fit an energy-surging Mars bar, ensuring your travel backpack is equipped to deal with your adventure is vital. The Montane Trailblazer is a surefire way to guarantee all your clothes and gear are securely stowed in transit across mountains, through long-haul flights or simply on a holiday day trip. It’s a proper hiking backpack used for getting around the more rugged environments one might find themselves in, but also it’s incredibly lightweight.

What we love about the backpack is the ergonomic design, with a body-hugging sternum strap, a spine-friendly back panel, breathable material and plenty of clips and pockets for storing hiking sticks, water bottles or just a quick snack. Just as durable in mountainous weather as it is on a lad’s holiday to Tenerife, this is the travel pack of your dreams. £100. At montane.com

Nordace Edin Large Flap backpack

Best for: City-ready commuters and digital nomads

What we like: Large storage | Complies with overhead compartment laws | Quick-access pockets | Water resistant What we don’t like: Fairly pricy

Litre capacity: 28l

If the smart Nordace above is a bit too small and dainty for your rugged adventures and battles on the commuter train, the Edin large provides are sturdier alternative with plenty of smarts to tempt you across. Sporting a durable polyester chassis that’s roomy enough for laptop sleeves, water bottles, lunch and a spare change of clothes, it’s a properly good option for city commuters looking for something solid to keep office gear safe and secure.

The best backpacks offer a deep, cavernous interior with quick access to the stuff you really need. Here, a handy flap at the opening covers a series of pockets where you can store and grab passports, keys, wallets or other stuff you might need to get in a pinch. And if foreign travel is in your future, it will fit in under-seat and overhead storage without upsetting the airlines. £134. At nordace.com

Carl Friedrik Bowen

Best for: Fashionable commuting

What we like: Elegant leather design | Three colour choices | Padded laptop pocket What we don’t like: Expensive | Easily scratched | Reasonably small

Litre capacity: 18.7l
Material: Vachetta leather
Weight: 1.9kg

Carl Friedrik's luggage is the sort of aspirational clobber found in the hands of the wealthy and stylish – genuinely used as the luggage of the rich and famous in shows like Succession and White Lotus – but it's not so spenny that it can be out of your reach. If you're willing to shell out a bit extra on your bags, the Bowen is a beautiful leather number that packs a visual wallop and still houses enough space for passports, books, flight tickets and a few other nicknacks for the journey. A padded internal pocket will keep a small laptop protected, and it also features a sleeve to loop over suitcase handles. £575. At carlfiredrik.com

Best for: Professional heavy-duty photography

What we like: Specifically designed for cameras | Ergonomic shoulder strap | Full frontal opening What we don’t like: Expensive | Quite specialised

Litre capacity: 32l
Material: Padded polyester

DB’s best-selling backpack gets a beefy upgrade here with the Pro edition, a carry-on travel backpack designed to accompany you on any adventure, from morning train to far-flung flight. This one specifically has hardcore photographers in mind, built to be compatible with DB’s camera insert for the ultimate snap-happy backpack. The chassis is mega sturdy, roomy enough for spare batteries and lenses or, if you remove the insert, plenty of room for clothes, a laptop compartment and your toiletries should you need it.

Individual compartments are great for storing phone chargers, and your passport or stationary is quickly accessible with the fold-out opening that gives you a complete overview of what you’ve packed without having to rifle through your gear and mess up your carefully planned folding. £329. At uk.dbjourney.com

Thule Subterra 34L

Best for: Comfortable travel with easy access to compartments and secret pockets

What we like: Padded laptop compartment | Tablet pocket | Zippered side access panels What we don’t like: Pricey for the size

Litre capacity: 34l
Material: Nylon
Weight: 1.25kg

Appearances can be deceiving and this backpack certainly fits that description as it crams in travel essentials into a compact backpack design. The 34-litre backpack uses a roll-top magnetic closure for quick and easy access as well as expansion potential. The removable packing cube allows you to keep clothes stored efficiently and available for quick access, ideal for moving about. There's also a dedicated laptop padded sleeve with SafeEdge construction and secure flap closure, making this a great business trip companion. The cord management system is another nice touch for keeping your devices charged and untangled on the move. The breathable perforated EVA shoulder straps are comfortable but this also attaches to rolling luggage using the pass-through panel. You'll also find plenty of pockets ideal for water bottles, documents and beyond. A true lightweight pack for travel. £150. At johnlewis.com

Osprey Atmos AG 65

What we like: Rugged, durable design | Side access pockets | Internal hydration reservoir sleeve What we don’t like: Highly specialised towards hiking and mountaineering

Litre capacity: 65l
Weight: 2.3kg

From a hiking week away to a trek into the Himalayas, this travel backpack is a thoroughly solid pick. The 65-litre capacity and comfortable AntiGravity suspension system make it ideal for week-to-week travellers who will be doing a lot of mileage on foot with the pack. Thanks to great ventilation and an adjustable hip belt which can be changed while walking, this lets you get comfortable for long hikes. The top section is floatable, meaning you have a super-safe water-repellent section to keep gear safe, even if it goes overboard. Zippered hip belt pockets, a sleep bag compartment and internal hydration reservoir all make for an outdoor-focused pack for whatever you need this for. £290. At ospreyeurope.com & cotswoldoutdoor.com

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UK’s top 20 most popular travel and tourism websites in 2023

A new study has revealed that Tripadvisor was the most popular travel and tourism website across the UK in 2023. SEO agency Digital Climax analysed annual web traffic data to find the UK’s most popular travel and tourism websites over the past year based on the total number of visits they received each month.

Using SEMrush, they compiled a list of the country’s twenty most visited travel and tourism websites and then used Ahrefs to find the estimated number of UK visitors throughout 2023. These results were then ranked to determine the most popular sites.

Tripadvisor ranked as the most popular travel and tourism website across the UK in 2023, with approximately 428 million total visits in the past year. It receives an average of 35.7 million monthly visits and was visited most in August when it received approximately 41.2 million website visits. Tripadvisor specialises in comparing travel websites to showcase the best deals and as a platform for user-generated reviews.

Booking.com came second with around 127.9 million total visits throughout 2023. It had the most visits in August last year, with around 12.6 million visits, and receives an average of 10.7 million visits monthly. Booking.com compares the prices of hotels, flights, transport, and attractions to highlight the best deals when planning a holiday.

TUI took third place with around 120.2 million visits in 2023. The travel agency website was most popular in January, with around 11.3 million visits, and receives an average of 2 million visits each month. TUI is known for its holidays, cruises, flights, and hotels across the world and owns multiple airlines, cruise lines, and hotel chains.

Trainline came fourth with around 116.2 million visits throughout 2023. It had the most hits in July last year, with 10.7 million visits, and receives an average of 9.7 million visits per month. Trainline specialises in selling train tickets and rail cards, alongside showing live train times and railway station information through its website and mobile app.

Skyscanner ranked fifth with approximately 86 million visits in 2023. It receives an average of 7.1 million monthly visits and was visited most in July when it received approximately 8.5 million website visits. Skyscanner allows users to research, compare and book travel options for their trips worldwide, including flights, hotels and car hire.

Other travel and tourism websites that made the top ten include Easyjet , Jet2holidays , British Airways, Expedia , and Loveholidays .

Axl Van Steenacker, SEO specialist and founder of Digital Climax, commented on the findings: “The British public has always spent much time traveling for work or pleasure, whether staying in the country or heading abroad on holiday. According to the Office of National Statistics, UK residents spent around £58.5 billion and made 71 million visits abroad in 2022 after the easing of coronavirus (COVID-19) travel restrictions.

“Travel websites make it easier than ever to book transport ahead of time, or explore potential destinations, with sites like Tripadvisor and Booking.com covering all aspects of planning a trip. It will be interesting to see whether the rankings for different airlines and hotels stay the same or fluctuate from year to year as new data is released.”

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Influencer marketing has become an integral part of marketing today, with brands using influencers to reach new audiences, build brand awareness, and increase conversions.

While branded posts can certainly be effective, 60% of marketers believe influencer-generated content performed better . It’s all about doing what drives the most follows, engagement, and conversions.

By partnering with the right influencer, businesses can tap into their large and engaged audiences, bringing new customers and increasing brand loyalty – just look at the numbers !

In this article, we will showcase the top 35 travel influencers in the UK. These travel gurus have made a name for themselves in the travel and lifestyle space, using their experience and following to inspire others to explore new destinations and experience new cultures.

From adventurous bloggers to professional photographers, these influencers are at the forefront of the travel industry and are a great resource for anyone looking for inspiration and recommendations for their next trip – not to mention brands wanting to expand the horizons of their reach.

The Social Shepherd is a leading influencer marketing agency , and we’ve had the pleasure of working with a wide range of brands to create impactful influencer campaigns.

Our influencer marketing team has carefully curated this list of the top 35 travel influencers in the UK, considering factors such as audience engagement rate (ER), social media following, relevance, and content quality. Whether you're looking to build your brand's travel presence or reach a new audience, these influencers are a great place to start.

1. Beca Jayne

@muddy_bootlaces

Instagram: 25.3K followers – ER: 8.13%

Beca’s Instagram account @muddy_bootlaces is helping hikers to cook exciting vegan dishes, which are easy to prepare and backpack-friendly. When it comes to a hike, camp and food experience – Beca is your go-to influencer. Beca regularly posts content around hiking, wildcamping, long-distance trails and basic bushcraft too!

Top Adventure Travel Influencers in the UK Beca Jayne

@geordie_hiker

Instagram: 53.9k - ER: 3.02%

Steph, aka @geordie_hiker, is a travel influencer who captures the adventurous spirit of exploring new destinations. With 53.9K followers and an engagement rate of 3.02%, she is known for her solo travels and loves chasing sunrises and climbing mountains. Her content is a perfect blend of breathtaking landscapes and action-packed adventures, inspiring her audience to get out and explore the world.

Steph's passion for travel and her ability to engage with her followers makes her an ideal influencer for brands looking to reach a travel-savvy audience. Whether it's showcasing new travel destinations or promoting adventure gear, Steph can help brands increase their reach and connect with her loyal following.

Top Adventure Travel Influencers in the UK Steph

3. Steph Parker

@bigworldsmallpockets

Instagram: 47.7K followers – ER: 2.29%

Join Steph, a passionate globetrotter for 15+ years, to discover how you can travel better for less, as I share real tips, advice and stories about the highs and lows of adventuring across the world.

Her blog ‘Big World Small Pockets’ was created to share with you the highs and lows of solo female budget travel – the sort of real, wild, global adventuring that fires up minds and sets hearts racing. With a committed long-term traveller for a creator, (that’s me!) BWSP focuses on adventurous solo travel and sustainable tourism practices, with expert and personal advice from destinations around the world.

The blog has a combined social media following of over 80k+ followers across 4 major networks. With over 188k page views a month, from over 126k users a month, Steph has developed a significant standing in the travel and tourism scene – being voted The Best British Travel Blog 2019!

Top Adventure Travel Influencers in the UK Steph Parker

4. Yaya & Lloyd

@handluggageonly

Instagram: 180K followers – ER: 37.4%

Yaya and Lloyd started their travel blog in 2014 when they were still in school, and they have now turned it into a worldwide phenomenon. With a focus on affordable travel, their gorgeous content and beneficial insider advice have inspired thousands.

They are also the creators of "Hand Luggage Only: Great Britain," the essential travel manual for discovering the best of Great Britain.

Top Adventure Travel Influencers in the UK Yaya & Lloyd

5. Laura & Aaron

@parkingonthewildside

Instagram: 333K followers – ER: 5.48%

Laura & Aaron are free spirits exploring the wilder side of Europe in their self-built cabin-on-wheels. The duo spend the year travelling across the UK and Europe, in their cosily refurbished van.

Giving us major wanderlust, they take you on whimsical trips through Europe, with picturesque landscapes of wildflower meadows, snow-capped mountains and turquoise lakes plucked from a scene of a fairytale – making followers fall in love with life on the road!

Top Adventure Travel Influencers in the UK Laura & Aaron

@sheisthelostgirl

Instagram: 134K followers – ER: 10.96%

Beth began travelling in 2014 with what she thought would be a short holiday. She’s now been travelling around the world full-time for seven and a half years, taking photographs, writing about the places she’s been and immersing herself in new cultures.

The travel extraordinaire is passionate about capturing the whole experience not just with images, but with words too. Her blog is a positive place where she welcomes readers to learn about the best places to stay, along with tips and advice on long-term travel. In the words of Beth herself, “Stop waiting for the weekend, for summer, for someone to fall in love with you, for life. Happiness is achieved when you stop waiting for it and make the most of the moment you are in now.”

Top Adventure Travel Influencers in the UK Beth

@trigsandteeth

Instagram: 31.4K followers – ER: 3.36%

Hill and Moorland Leader Emily Taylor is inspiring others to walk the UK one trig at a time with her Peak District trig-bagging exploits – all 88 to be exact. Emily has inspired thousands of followers to seek better mental health in nature with an open dialogue about her own struggles.

You may find Emily “ranting about litter in the countryside” and sharing the Countryside Code or Leave No Trace principles. She has become a champion of women outdoors and body positivity, despite her own insecurities. “Strangely, sharing images of myself has helped me slowly accept myself. What our bodies do and the places they take us is far more important than how they look.”

Top Adventure Travel Influencers in the UK Emily

@jade_lostinbeauty_

Instagram: 43.3K followers – ER: 36.45%

Jade is a travel enthusiast who showcases the beauty of London and other picturesque destinations around the world. She captivates her audience with her stunning visual storytelling.

Her content is a mix of travel, architecture, people, and nature, making her the perfect influencer for brands in the travel, photography, and beauty industries. Her ability to inspire and engage her followers with her content makes her an ideal collaborator for brands.

Top Luxury Travel Influencers in the UK Jade

9. Alex & James

@twosometravellers

Instagram: 147K followers – ER: 4.75%

Alex and James are a travel couple who have been discovering the world together since 2014. You can also find them as Twosome Travellers around the web. The couple got married in 2018, in Boracay Philippines. By 2019, Twosome Travellers decided to travel the world full-time! They keep on creating inspirational adventure content and sharing them with the world.

We understand how to deliver a campaign professionally, and successfully and have worked together with some of the biggest brands including Amex AU, Visit Japan AU and the South Australian Tourism board in both a content creator and influencer capacity.

Top Luxury Travel Influencers in the UK Alex & James

10. Callia Mexi

Instagram: 125K followers – ER: 29.72%

Callia is a luxury travel influencer who inspires her audience through her stunning travel photos and fashion-forward content. With a focus on promoting a more luxurious lifestyle, Callia shares her experiences travelling around the world, showcasing the finest in fashion, travel and living.

She has a keen eye for style, chic outfits and high-end amenities. Brands interested in working with Callia will benefit from her unique perspective and her ability to promote a luxury lifestyle to her followers. Her travel experiences and fashion sense will give brands exposure to reach a discerning and stylish audience.

Top Luxury Travel Influencers in the UK Callia Mexi

@thechaosdiaries

Instagram: 36.4K followers – ER: 13.43%

Alicia is a travel blogger and photographer who’s constantly planning her next adventure, be that a local trip in the UK or further afield. Her absolute favourite place is up in the arctic circle in Norway!

She has a passion for sharing her own travel experiences with the global community in the hope to help others plan their own journeys. Borne from her passions of travel, photography and sharing experiences, you’ll find a collection of travel guides and diaries from all over the world following Alicia.

Top Luxury Travel Influencers in the UK Alicia

@kelseyinlondon

Instagram: 257K followers – ER: 49.73%

Kelsey is a London-based travel blogger and multi-talented creative who documents her adventures in the big city as ‘Kelsey in London’. Kelsey’s background in Graphic Design, Photography and an expansive career working as a Creative Director in fashion has evolved into a growing social media community of over 500,000 across her various social media channels. She creates and shares inspiring imagery and video content with a charming touch of dorky realness and a refreshingly friendly yet honest no-BS attitude. With a love for all things beautiful, her social feeds are a stream of her jaw-dropping travel highlights, local London recommendations and in-depth travel guides.

Top Luxury Travel Influencers in the UK Kelsey

@lucyinthesskyy

Instagram: 257K followers – ER: 3.05%

Lucy’s Travel & Style content is a fast-growing blog with a great and loyal community. Lucy in the Sky’s target group consists of a niche of young fashionable people who are passionate about travelling in style. Her focus is exclusively on boutiques, luxury hotels and upscale brands.

She works as a Brand Ambassador for several US & Australian brands showcasing their latest products and with several 5* hotels worldwide. Travelling with her partner, together they create visual stories for travel and fashion brands while sharing their passion for wanderlust locations with followers from around the world.

Top Luxury Travel Influencers in the UK Lucy

14. Natalie Raymond

@mygreatescapes

Instagram: 177K followers – ER: 4.61%

Natalie is a luxury travel influencer based in London. Her Instagram channel showcases her love for travel, lifestyle, and the great outdoors. Natalie's unique perspective and attention to detail in capturing beautiful destinations, from bustling cities to scenic nature spots, inspire her followers to pursue their own adventures and live life to the fullest.

Brands interested in working with Natalie will benefit from her ability to promote their products in a luxurious and aspirational setting, appealing to her engaged audience who are interested in elevating their own lifestyles.

Top Luxury Travel Influencers in the UK Natalie Raymond

15. Chesca & Ben

@OverlandingSophia

YouTube: 66.9K subscribers – ER: 3.23%

Chesca and Ben have been living and travelling through Europe in their camper van Sophia since 2019. They’ve driven from the wind-swept coasts of Portugal to the sun-drenched beaches of Sicily, watched the sunrise over the plains of Syria and swam in sapphire caves where Zeus himself bathed.

Next, they took their rolling home across the pond and over to Canada for a new adventure across The Americas. Inspired by a love for adventure and alternative living, Chesa & Ben document their lives travelling the globe, experiencing new landscapes and cultures while living in a van.

Top YouTube Travel Vlogger Influencers in the UK Chesca & Ben

16. Hannah Ricketts

@HannahRicketts

YouTube: 95.2K subscribers – ER: 5.12%

Meet Hannah, the London-based travel vlogger and YouTuber, who is all about capturing the best of London life and travels. With her YouTube channel @HannahRicketts, she offers an entertaining blend of lifestyle and travel content, including the occasional delicious food find. With her upbeat and engaging personality, Hannah inspires her audience to explore new places, try new things, and live life to the fullest.

For brands looking to tap into the travel and lifestyle market, working with Hannah as an influencer can bring a fresh and exciting perspective to your campaigns, helping you reach and engage with a wider audience.

Top YouTube Travel Vlogger Influencers in the UK Hannah Ricketts

17. Paul Dow

@SuitcaseMonkey

YouTube: 244K subscribers – ER: 3.07%

Paul has a passion for travel. However, looking around the thousands of travel vlogs on YouTube he noticed that too many of them are more about the person than the place. The focus of his blog is to bring you adventurous travels, from solo road trips, weekend breaks, and exploring cities to suffering from culture shock from far-flung destinations.

The SuitcaseMonkey channel is based on his real life, self-paid holidays featuring full-length travel vlogs at its heart that are informative, amusing, insightful and plenty of inspiration for your next trip. Quality over quantity is Paul’s motto!

Top YouTube Travel Vlogger Influencers in the UK Paul Dow

@campervibe

YouTube: 68.5K subscribers – ER: 8.74%

Emily’s channel consists of two girls, a dog and a cat who built a campervan from scratch and are now travelling full time living the van life! Follow along on their journey as they create their YouTube travel series!

Campervibe has got some awesome adventures as they live and travel in their self-converted van all over the world.

Top YouTube Travel Vlogger Influencers in the UK Emily

19. Liam & Janine

@ThoseHappyDays

YouTube: 71.8K subscribers – ER: 3.29%

Liam & Janine are a married couple from the UK, who have bought an auto-rickshaw in India, travelling the whole of India in it!

They can also be seen driving Morgan The Removals Van across the UK & Europe, detailing their great adventures.

Top YouTube Travel Vlogger Influencers in the UK Liam & Janine

20. Alex & Emma

@TravelBeans

YouTube: 281K subscribers – ER: 4.76%

Alex & Emma have been exploring the world together for over 10 years, enjoying all kinds of travel, from backpacking to vanlife! After years of work hard, save hard, travel, repeat as well as a huge battle with depression, we decided that we wanted to turn travel into a lifestyle.

The couple loves sharing the highs and lows of their trips through videos and hopes to spread a little positivity and light their audience through their travel experiences and digital nomad lifestyle. Their mission is to create a community where individuals can be inspired and encouraged to change their lifestyle to one that makes them truly happy, whatever that may be.

Top YouTube Travel Vlogger Influencers in the UK Alex & Emma

@Trektrendy

YouTube: 609K subscribers – ER: 4.13%

Trek Trendy, also known by his real name – Will Davis, is a YouTuber, social media star, and influencer. He came under the media limelight after his video “Overnight on Arctic Circle Sleeper Train – The Lapland Express” went viral on the internet.

He is famous for uploading luxurious travel vlogs on his channel, where he has 490K subscribers. In the vlogs, he usually sponsors expensive travelling plans and packages. With TrekTrendy, Will promises to share the tips and tricks which he’s used to traveling the world in luxury at a far lower cost than you’d possibly imagine.

Top YouTube Travel Vlogger Influencers in the UK Will

@postcardsbyhannah

Instagram: 292K followers – ER: 7.54%

Hannah is a travel consultant turned travel content creator - by that we mean she quit her job as a travel consultant and started creating content full-time.

She gets across her love of travel and food, taking photos of all her experiences and providing solo travel tips. She also has a fluffy cocker spaniel called Baxter who she travels with!

Top Instagram Travel Influencers in the UK Hannah

23. Deborah

@nooksoflondon

Instagram: 126K followers – ER: 11.59%

Deborah started 'Nooks of London' to share the city's hidden gems, quirky spots, and cosy nooks, and to prove that London doesn't always have to be stressful and crowded. The travel blogger often focuses her content on travel, lifestyle and hotels.

She was born in London and spent the first 29 years of her life living there, so knows the city like the back of her hand (but her favourite thing about the capital is that she’s still discovering little gems!).

Top Instagram Travel Influencers in the UK Deborah

@nospaceinmypassport

Instagram: 115K followers – ER: 7.29%

Anna is a London-based travel blogger showing you the wonders of London and beyond. She enjoys sharing the tips and tricks she learns along the way on her blog and social media, which are always bound to be useful! Anna really instils her huge passion for travel in every post.

Top Instagram Travel Influencers in the UK Anna

25. Courtney Leopard

@shetravelledtheworld

Instagram: 102K followers – ER: 6.58%

Courtney is a solo travel goddess whose content acts as a guide for the adventurous. She Travelled the World was born out of the love of discovering. From wandering the streets at dawn to hiking through the mountains, her life is a constant adventure.

Courtney shares her life of early morning flights, picnics and photography while she gets to explore the world – taking her followers with her every step of the way.

Top Instagram Travel Influencers in the UK Courtney Leopard

26. Tonia Hope

@toniahope_

Instagram: 139K followers – ER: 19.91%

Tonia is a global enthusiast and travel content creator who shares her love for travel and adventure with her growing social media audience. With a presence on both Instagram and TikTok, Tonia has become a go-to source of inspiration for those looking to escape the routine and explore the world.

Her posts range from stunning landscapes and cultural experiences to must-see destinations and unique adventures. With a unique perspective and an eye for capturing life's most beautiful moments, Tonia is a talented influencer who can inspire and engage her followers.

Top Instagram Travel Influencers in the UK Tonia Hope

@sandymakessense

Instagram: 103K followers – ER: 3.07%

Sandy is a London-based Travel Vlogger, and lifestyle and culture explorer. She spends her time travelling, reviewing, exploring London and vlogging! By now Sandy’s been to 45 countries and has seen quite a bit of London, too.

Her travels are culture driven. Sandy always tries to learn the local language as much as she can and deep dive into why people eat what they eat and say what they say. She loves to explore local stories, hidden gems, and food through worldwide travel.

Top Instagram Travel Influencers in the UK Sandy

28. Ashlee Major-Moss

@ashleemajormoss

Instagram: 133K followers – ER: 4.70%

Ashlee is a travel and lifestyle content creator. The idea of travelling solo across the world to a place you've never been, where you don't speak the language, know the culture, or know one living soul can be quite daunting – but Ashlee takes the plunge.

She falls in love with all the beautiful places she explores and lives life on her own terms – and makes her followers fall in love with them too!

Top Instagram Travel Influencers in the UK Ashlee Major-Moss

29. Adell Baker

@adell.explores

TikTok: 44.1K followers – ER: 21.60%

Adell is an outdoor adventure blogger and photographer. She shares hiking routes, staycations and road trips, with in-depth travel guides and tips on places to visit so her audience can have the best time!

Over the years, Adell’s been able to work with some incredible brands, creating unique outdoor and travel-related content. Some amazing brands include ACAI Outdoorwear, Merrell, Faff Coffee, Whittards, All Trails, Unplugged Stay and many more. She’s always looking for new and exciting opportunities!

Top TikTok Travel Influencers in the UK Adell Baker

30. Jen, João & Leo

@thetravelmum

TikTok: 379.9K followers – ER: 5.14%

The Travel Mum team works around the clock to bring you the cheapest flight and hotel combinations. They have created a community that will go out of its way to help each other, with trip planning, amazing deals, inspiration, support, and advice followers can trust in abundance.

With the cost-of-living crisis, insane energy prices and endless negative news, there is a growing need for all of us to have a break - but on an increasingly tight budget. This is where The Travel Mum come in!

Top TikTok Travel Influencers in the UK Jen, Joao & Leo

31. Emma Cooke

@petite.blondine

Emma, the travel editor based in London, is a well-known TikTok influencer with a following of over 370k. She is a source of inspiration for travellers, providing advice and guides on her channel @petite.blondine. Her content is not only entertaining but also informative and showcases her expertise in the travel industry.

With features in prestigious publications such as The Telegraph, BBC Travel, and BuzzFeed, Emma is a well-respected influencer in the travel space. Brands looking to tap into the world of luxury and adventure travel can benefit from working with Emma, who has a proven track record of creating engaging content that resonates with her audience.

Top TikTok Travel Influencers in the UK Emma Cooke

32. Ryan & Jade

@live_thedash

TikTok: 342.5K followers – ER: 7.57%

Ryan & Jade, the travel influencers behind @live_thedash, inspire their audience with their spontaneous and budget-friendly travel adventures. They are well known for their creative travel videos made while travelling the world with only hand luggage.

With 340k followers on TikTok and a presence on YouTube, Ryan & Jade have built a loyal following of wanderlust-filled individuals who eagerly await their next budget-friendly travel escapade. For brands looking to tap into this audience, Ryan & Jade can offer unique and creative content, showcasing products and services in a budget-friendly travel context.

Top TikTok Travel Influencers in the UK Ryan & Jade

33. Amy Berry

@amyenvoyage

TikTok: 99.6K followers – ER: 3.55%

Amy is a London-based travel content creator. Her channel showcases some of the most luxurious hotels and spas around the world. Her company The Branding Spa specialises in providing engaging video & image content packages to hotels and resorts worldwide for use on digital and social media.

Amy also helps amplify this content to reach thousands of potential guests online. Her travel content has been in collaboration with or featured by brands such as The Dorchester Collection, The Waldorf Astoria, Hilton and MSC Luxury Cruises.

Top TikTok Travel Influencers in the UK Amy Berry

34. Charlotte

TikTok: 263.3K followers – ER: 5.85%

Charlotte, the TikTok travel influencer and creator of @lotteboo3, takes her audience on a journey through her favourite travel destinations and hidden gems. With a background as a destination manager, Charlotte provides insider tips on how to travel well and experience the best that the UK has to offer.

From hotels to fun activities, Charlotte showcases her expertise in the travel industry while also sharing her personal experiences and discoveries. With her creative and informative content, Charlotte inspires her audience to explore and make the most of their travels.

Top TikTok Travel Influencers in the UK Charlotte

@toomeytoyou

TikTok: 173.6K followers – ER: 13.14%

Toomeytoyou is most known as being home to a stray cat who captured the hearts of the internet, featured on The Dodo, BBC, Fluff Squad, People and The LADbible.

One day, Boysie appeared at the back door with an injury that wasn’t getting better, so his new friends knew we had to step in and do something to help him. On TikTok, you can watch the full story that made Boysie a viral sensation. Now you can watch Boysie and his human friends on their travel!

Top TikTok Travel Influencers in the UK Toomey

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7. Tui: great for those looking to fly from local and go global

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