Meet the Team

General Manager for Andrew Earles Holiday

How long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earle’s ?

I have worked in travel since 1998 and worked for Andrew since 2000.

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

I love booking different destinations and different types of holidays every single day, it’s also good to learn about new destinations. The world is a big place and people are travelling to more and more destinations every year.

What is your favourite holiday destination and why?

This is really hard decision as I have travelled to some amazing destinations but my 2 most favourite have to be Florida and the Maldives.

Florida because Disney World is such an amazing magical place and the Maldives because it’s extremely beautiful, relaxing and won’t be around forever.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Always book early, make sure you get what you want. Holidays are a well deserved break for most people and should be enjoyed to the max, choosing the place and the right hotel are critical to make that happen.

Cruise Development Manager

How Long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

I have worked for Andrew Earles since 2010

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

I love working in the travel industry as it is giving me the opportunity to travel and share my experiences with customers. We learn the pit falls so customers can travel trouble free.

What is your favourite holiday destination & why?

I have 2 favourite destinations. Orlando holds a special place in my heart as i love the thrill of theme parks (a big kid at heart!) & cruises. I have to have at least one cruise a year, and my favourite port is Saint Maarten in the Caribbean....Paradise.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

My tip is airports can be expensive and with restrictions on liquid I would recommend booking an airport lounge as a relaxing start to any holiday!

How Long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

Since 1993

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

The world is an interesting place and I love the variation of looking into different destinations every day. No day is the same!

What is your favourite holiday destination & why?

Maldives - gorgeous!

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Have a great time, try different places as the world is a big place!

How Long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

Since 1999

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

Planning the perfect holiday , thats so great they want to return.

What is your favourite holiday destination & why?

Thailand - lovely people, culture, fabulous food & luxury accomodation at fantastic prices.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Don't forget about Travel Insurance  & visas. Also if you want to sit together make sure you pay to pre book seats!

How Long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

Since 1999 and 30 years in Travel!

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

The variation that every day brings!

What is your favourite holiday destination & why?

Lanzarote, the ultimate, the distance, its year round, its just an easy destination.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Just make the most of every minute of your holiday & enjoy it - You deserve it!

How Long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

Since 2012

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

When customers come back in or call you to say thank you, and that they loved every minute of their holiday.

What is your favourite holiday destination & why?

Florida - Sunny/fantastic beaches/great shopping & lovely food

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Pre book seats, enjoy different places & be safe.

How Long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

I started in 2000, and 30 years in travel under my belt!

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

Making peoples dream holidays come true!

What is your favourite holiday destination & why?

Italy - it has fantastic sights, beautiful scenery, wonderful food and wine. There is something for everyone.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Let your travel agent take the stress out of booking a holiday, by arranging all of your travel needs.

How Long have you worked in the travel and for Andrew Earles?

I have worked in the travel industry in the UK and overseas since 1980

What so you love about working in the travel industry?

I love the fact that no two enquiries are ever the same, which makes the job more interesting and challenging.

What is your favourite holiday destination and why?

I love travelling to Asia, in particular Vietnam. Fascinating history, beautiful beaches and hospitable people with amazing shopping! Santorini in the Mediterranean is also a favourite, it has the most spectacular scenery and sunsets are very romantic! I have travelled to many amazing destinations including Bali, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, Sri Lanka and the Maldives. 

What would be your top travel tip for customers?

Book as early as possbile for the best prices and choice for your chosen destination.

How Long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

Since 2014

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

Every day is different. Always new things to learn on a daily basis & when customers get excited when you call to advise their tickets are in.

What is your favourite holiday destination & why?

Sandals - Montego Bay. My first long-haul holiday and it was completely different to anything I had done before.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Seats don't make your holiday!

Adminstrator Receptionist

How Long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

I started in 2000!

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

I love the variation of different people you meet on a daily basis. Traveling to different destinations always makes the job constantly interesting.

What is your favourite holiday destination & why?

Florida - It's the most amazing, magical holiday ever. My children loved every single second and I would take them back in a heartbeat.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Make sure all your Visas , passports, insurance and travel documents are in order a few weeks before you travel.

How long have I worked in travel:

Almost 30 years and nearly all of that time with Andrew. Where’s my carriage clock – lol!!

What do you love about working in travel?

Having the chance to help people with their plans and ensuring they get the best holiday they can for their budget.

What is your favourite holiday destination & why?

The Maldives for the idyllic, unique setting that literally takes your breath away.

What would be your top tip to customers?

Travelling is a privilege – enjoy the journey J

Branch Manager

How long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

I have worked in travel for the last 21 years and have worked for Andrew Earles Since 2000

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

Making people’s dreams come true and seeing the look of excitement on their face when they receive their travel documents   

What is your favourite holiday destination and why?

Having been to many destinations around the world I have to say that cruising always comes out as my favourite kind of holiday. I love to stop at different destinations and have a real passion for this and have to say is my favourite holiday to sell to clients. Also my favourite is America having been several times especially California and Florida.     

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Cheap late deals are a thing of the past, book early to be able to choose your destination and give you the flexibility of choosing where you want to go and when and better flight times. Be prepared  to pay for your seating on aircraft as most airlines make a charge to choose your seat now.   

How long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

Since 2005

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

The chance to visit some amazing places

What is your favourite holiday destination and why?

Australia, there is so much to do.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Book early to get the best price's

Hi Im Becky I have been in the travel industry for 20 years. I love to find people the holiday of their dreams!!I have travelled extensively throughout Europe to many of the popular tourist Hot Spots!

Favourite Holiday
My particular favourites would have to be Majorca, something for everyone. Also the Greek Islands for their welcome atmosphere and local cuisine, and of course fabulous weather.Thailand is another favourite place, fantastic beaches, people and wild life!! …Please feel free to give me a call if you would like my help.

Recommendations
I think All inclusive family deals are the way forward.

How long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

Since 1997

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

There are so many amazing opportunities to travel the world and go places that most people can only dream of. I’ve still got a long bucket list though! Once you come back from a trip you can’t wait to recommend

the destination to you next customer.

What is your favourite holiday destination and why?

I love the USA. Every state offers something completely different- from the theme parks of Florida to the natural beauty of the Hawaii. Oh and the shopping is fab too!

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Make sure you double check that your passport is up-to-date in plenty of time. You’d be amazed how many people have a last minute panic!

Branch Manager Hull

How long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

I have been in travel for 26 years and have worked for Andrew Earles since 2016

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

I love working in the travel industry because every day is different and you never know what enquiry or destination is going to walk through the door. I love finding the right holiday for our clients.

What is your favourite holiday destination and why?

I have travelled to some amazing places in my career but amongst my favourites are Aruba and the Maldives as they are just paradise! I also love New York as it is such an amazing city.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

I would recommend to all our clients to book early to get the best deal and choice of the holiday you are wanting.

How long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

I have worked for Andrew Earles Holidays since 2015

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

I love working in this industry as it is such a good feeling to find someone their dream holiday and I love to hear the feedback on holidays I have booked for customers.

What is your favourite holiday destination and why?

My favourite holiday destination is Mexico.
I went to Mexico this April and that was my first visit there. I loved every minute of it from the luxury hotel with 7 different restaurants to the natural water parks and most of all I loved to have fun in Coco Bongos.
I would love to travel back to Mexico and would definitely recommend it to customers.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Book early to guarantee you get the exact holiday you are wanting.

How long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

After leaving college in 2014, I was lucky enough to get the opportunity to work for Andrew Earles.

I have also received experience working for other Travel companies in the past.

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

The best thing for me about working within the Travel industry is every enquiry is never the same and this makes the job exciting.

What is your favourite holiday destination and why?

My favourite holiday destination has to be the Canary Islands. You can travel to the Canary Islands all year round and the sun will be shining.

My favourite in particular is Fuerteventura as the beaches are lovely and there is something for everyone whether it be couples or families looking for a relaxing or fun packed holiday.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

My top tip to customers would be book early to avoid disappointment.

How long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?
As soon as i left school i studied Travel & Tourism and then at the age of 17 started working in the Travel Industry. I have worked for Andrew since 2008

What do you love about working in the travel industry?
I love that we can make families/couples dreams come true and make memories that last a lifetime.

What is your favourite holiday destination and why?
Dubai/Maldives is my favourite holiday destination because i love the luxury side of holidays. Dressing up nice on an evening and indulging in fabulous food is what i love most about my own personal holidays. I work all year round so to go away and have someone look after me is just what i need.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?
Never book late! Clients expectations are at an all time high from seat numbers to specific things they require from a hotel. Booking late will only give you what people don’t want and what’s left over. Book in advance to get exactly what you want, 90% of the time it is now cheaper to book in advance too and also gives you more time to save.

How long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

I’ve worked for Andrew since leaving college in 1998 and have never worked anywhere else!

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

I love how every day is different and no two enquiries are the same. We are often making people’s dreams come true and that is an amazing thing to be part of.

What is your favourite holiday destination and why?

This is a really hard one as I’ve been lucky enough to travel to some amazing places but if I had to choose one it would have to be Canada. The Canadian Rockies are simply stunning, the people are so friendly and there is nowhere else like it in the world.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

The days of late deal bargains are gone! Always book as early as you can in order to fulfil all of your requirements and to get the best price.

Hi i'm Gemma I have worked for Andrew at the Ferensway branch since June 1994.

What do you love about working in the travel industry

I love that every client wants something different and I get a buzz out of finding them their dream holiday

Favourite Holiday

My favourite destination is South Africa, I was lucky to have the opportunity to travel there in December to Cape Town, The Winelands and the Garden Route, it blew me away. There is so much to see and do and it is such a scenic beautiful destination. 

My Top Travel Tip

Don't risk something going wrong with your holiday by booking it yourself online, book with an expert. 

Recommendations

 
I recommend All inclusive holidays if you have a family as the cost of soft drinks can be expensive with the poor euro rate, this saves you money in the long run.I think Singapore and Dubai are both great places and if you are travelling to Australia would make great stopover destinations.I have stayed in Bahamas, Barbados, Jamaica, Mexico and the Dominican republic, so could recommend any of the above.

How Long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

I have worked in the travel industry for 18 years specialising in cruise holidays. I am thrilled to have joined the Andrew Earles team giving me more options to book my clients exactly what they want.

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

I love finding clients their ideal cruise holiday. There are so many options to choose from there really is something for everyone. Finding the right ship or itinerary is key to clients having an amazing time & returning to you again & again.  

What is your favourite holiday destination & why?

The Caribbean never disappoints with guaranteed sunshine & smiling island faces. Options for adventurous excursions are in abundance too.  Also Alaska has been a highlight for me. The diverse wildlife & old world charm really is special.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

I would always advise to book early for your ideal cruise. Having the pick of ships & cabin options really helps you get exactly what you want for your holiday.       

How long have you worked in travel and for Andrew Earles?

I originally worked for Andrew when I left school for a couple of years but then went on to try something different, I returned to work for Andrew in February 2010 and have never looked back.

What do you love about working in the travel industry?

I love being able to book peoples holidays as it’s a really exciting time for people, especially when you are able to add your own experiences and advice into the booking.

What is your favourite holiday destination and why?

I have a few favourites but the top have got to be Florida and cruising.
I went on my first cruise last year and couldn’t believe how much there actually is to do on the ships. They are also a great way to see lots of different places that you wouldn’t always think of travelling to.
As for Florida, I visited Orlando and a couple of the beaches in Florida and love all of it. I am a bit of an thrill seeker so Orlando is great as it has the rides, there’s plenty of shopping to do and lots more attractions too. The beaches are gorgeous, Sarasota with its Siesta Beach has been voted best beach in America for a couple of years now and I am lucky enough to have been.

What would be your top travel tip to customers?

Book early as you have more choice and usually this gives you the best prices too.