Latest Blog Entries

Read a first-hand account of what it's like to fly out to Cyprus from Stansted with Jet2 Holidays during the Covid-era from Select Travel Holiday's homeworking travel advisor and family holiday specialist, Julie Turner

The Value of Travel Agents: Covid-19 Edition
The on-going Covid-19 pandemic has affected all areas of our lives, including our holidays and cruises, but our values, expertise, and industry relationships have never been so beneficial for our clients

A Love Letter to Travel
This is Amy's personal Love letter to travel; all opinions are her own. In this love letter, Amy shares what travel means to her, how she believes travel can benefit us and be a force for good, what she has learnt from her travel experiences, and what the travel industry itself means to her.

Exclusive Interview: Claire Sweeney on Solo Travel
Read Amy's exclusive interview with TV and stage star Claire Sweeney, the Travel Ambassador for solo travel specialists Just You, about Claire's experiences of her Just You trip to India

Exclusive Interview: Bruce Poon Tip
Read Amy's exclusive interview with Bruce Poon Tip, the founder of G Adventures, discussing the inspiration behind the leading adventure travel company, sustainability, his work with the Planeterra Foundation, and the importance of educating women and children in developing countries.

Why River Cruising is Perfect for Non-Cruisers
Think cruising isn't for you? Our CLIA Cruise Master Amy tells you why river cruising might make you think twice about that!

The Value of Travel Agents
Discover why booking your holiday with Select Travel Holidays' knowledgeable and friendly travel agents has many advantages over booking online

By Royal Appointment: Palaces & Castles Around the World
Team Select’s Amy picks a selection of palaces and castles around the world - some of which have been recognised by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites - that offer up rich histories, intriguing legends, ornate architecture, and fabulous artwork to admire.

From Maasai to Kruger: 10 of Africa’s National Parks
A safari holiday is a memorable travel experience like no other; the anticipation, the excitement, the humbling moments of spotting beautiful animals in their natural habitat. We've picked ten of the best National Parks to be discovered in Africa, from the great salt pan of Namibia’s Etosha National Park to the tree-climbing lions of Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda, and - of course - the Maasai Mara, the birthplace of safari.