Absolutely fantastic holiday. This holiday exceeded all expectations. Nikhil our main travel agent was exceptional! He tailored our trip to India by “ interviewing “ us to find out what we expected... See more
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We had a fabulous two week holiday travelling around Sri Lanka. This was the fourth time that have used ITC to arrange a holiday for us. We were looked after Nikhil who was excellent from beginning to... See more
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First Class and exceptionally professional Holiday Company. Used another Company similar to Inspiring Travel. That is where the comparison ends. ITC were brilliant all the way through the process... See more
This is the second time I’ve used ITC travel and there will be a third. From the start to the finish the holiday and the organisation was absolutely fantastic. We spent 2 nights in Hanoi then 2 nigh... See more
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Inspiring Travel are experts in crafting bespoke luxury holidays to the world’s most iconic destinations. Having spent nearly 50 years tailoring premium travel experiences, we know how to deliver the most exceptional service possible. From Barbados to Bali and beyond, the Inspiring Travel portfolio covers the very best, with luxury accommodation handpicked by our experts. We take the time to get to know our clients personally, making insightful recommendations and finding ways to exceed their expectations, every step of the way.
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I had 3 weeks away booked by ITC
I had 3 weeks away booked by ITC. It was. Little complicated as others were joining me for part of the trip. There was some hiccups in sorting this out and I felt it could have gone smoother. I have used ITC a number of times and it worked perfectly. In addition one of the recommended hotels wasn’t the best. It was tired and things didn’t work. The other 2 venues were brilliant.
February 23, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Linda,
Thank you very much for sharing your review and I am pleased to read the positives and that two of the hotels included in your itinerary were brilliant. I am going to investigate the steps before your departure, to understand what we could have done differently and I will be in touch with you again directlu.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your feedback, which is very much appreciate and also for entrusting us to look after your travel plans.
With kind regards,
Gillian
What a great team!
The team at Inspiring Travel were absolutely tremendous. They were helpful, knowledgeable and very responsive. They obtained great pricing, but also lots of little extras that really made the trip special. Sophie was an absolute star, and no amount of tiny amendments were too much trouble! Would highly recommend them.
March 5, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Mark,
Thank you for taking the time to share such a complimentary review. It is very much appreciated and we are delighted to know you are very happy with our service.
Sophie will be so pleased to read your comments.
Thank you very much for your custom.
With best wishes,
Gillian
From our first enquiry through until…
From our first enquiry through until the day we left for a magical holiday in the Maldives, Inspiring Travel provided us with the most comprehensive and reassuring service imaginable. We wouldn’t hesitate to book through them time and time again
March 3, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Paul,
Thank you for your very positive review. We are delighted to know you are happy with our service and that you had a wonderful time in the Maldives.
Thank you very much for allowing us to also look after your holiday plans in the future.
With kind regards,
Gillian
Great service once again
We have just returned from a great holiday in the Maldives. Peter Sallis from Inspiring Travel was extremely helpful and efficient with our booking - great attention to detail and responded very promptly to any queries we had.
February 4, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Annette,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. It's a pleasure to read your review and to know that the itinerary Peter created for you resulted in your having a great time in the Maldives.
Thank you for your complimentary review and for your custom.
With kind regards,
Gillian
Totally incredible from start to…
Totally incredible from start to finish. Amazingly planned. Looked after perfectly.
February 25, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Laura,
Thank you for your great review. We are delighted that your experience when dealing with us, was perfect from start to finish. That is so lovely to hear.
We appreciate you taking the time to share such a wonderful review.
With kind regards,
Gillian
Always on hand...
Second time booking and just perfect... from the notification prior to our trip to Mauritius of the possiblity of flight delays due to a cyclone (we'd booked our flights using Avios so they really didn't need to do this) to being on-hand and responsive when we had issues with a hotel room they have been great. You feel valued as a client and not just a number - Kelsey once again was a super-star :)
March 8, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Sue,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review.
Kelsey will be absolutely delighted to read your comments.
I hope we continue to have the opportunity to look after your travel plans and provide you with wonderful holidays.
With kind regards,
Gillian - Customer Service Manager
Excellent end to end support and communication
The great part of Inspiring Travel's service is that they just don't take the booking. The level of ongoing communication and support to ensure your holiday meets your expectations is excellent.
Over the last 20 years ITC has never disappointed.
February 17, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Mr Gascoigne,
We are absolutely delighted to read your comments.
Thank you very much for your kind words and loyal custom over the years.
With kind regards,
Gillian - Customer Service Manager
India-Golden triangle & Mumbai
A great deal of thought and advice went in to the planning and discussion of the holiday.
February 2, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Nark,
Thank you so much for rating your experience with us as 5 star. I know Nikhil invests a great deal of thought into his clients itinerary plans.
We are delighted to know you enjoyed exploring India, and I hope we may have the opportunity to assist with your future holiday plans.
With kind regards,
Gillian
We have just returned from a family…
We have just returned from a family trip to St Lucia arranged by Peter Sallis . The organisation of the trip was great and everything went to plan , really enjoyed the holiday and would throughly recommend Inspiring Travel .
February 11, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Simon,
We are delighted to hear you had a great family trip to St Lucia. Thank you so much for recommending us - I know Peter will be delighted to read your review.
Hopefully we'll have the opportunity to look after your next holiday plans.
Best wishes,
Gillian
From start to finish Nickil ensured we…
From start to finish Nickil ensured we had the most magical trip full of surprises.
The hotels guides and transfers were it seemed handpicked and nothing was too much trouble.
Thank you for a extraordinary experience which we will always remember
February 1, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Debbie,
Thank you for taking the time to share such a wonderful review. I am so pleased to hear that your trip was extraordinary. Nikhil invests so much into the creation of wonderful itineraries and he'll be delighted to read your review.
Hopefully you'll be tempted to return and explore some more.
With kind regards,
Gillian
I am absolutely appalled at the service…
I am absolutely appalled at the service received from ITC. They were recommended by my mum who had successfully worked with a member of their staff that had left the business. We were therefore transferred to someone else. They are not a luxury travel agency and spend little to no time getting to know their client. They sent us to an atrocious hotel in the Seychelles which suffered problems with cleanliness, staffing and tired interiors. We reached out to them during our trip but it was down to us to sort with hotel management; they did very little. They also never checked in with us to see how this conversation went. My sister also used them during the same period. She had been booked into a pool room, when she arrived at the hotel the pool was drained (ITC did not let her know), her daughter then had a muffin at breakfast only to find a piece of plastic within. I cannot see how these sorts of experiences can be considered luxury. Having asked for a portion of my money back for the terrible trip, they have refused to do it, and have not accepted their role in any of the issues we encountered. My argument is that this hotel shouldn't be on their list, yet it was even their hotel of the month last time I checked! I have stayed at many 5 star resorts in my ligfe, but I honestly could not believe the service in the hotel they sent us to. Three examples for you. Dinner trays left by the pool, when we asked the staff to remove it, they replied it was not their job and they had called room service (we eventually forced them after it was there for an hour). Example two, left over food and rubbish all around the restaurants and bars gathering ants (there all day long). Example three, room service scraping room service plates into the bin right outside your room! I would do yourself a favour and find a travel agent that actually cares. BEWARE.
December 23, 2023
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Thank you very much for your comments. I am pleased to share that the Travel Specialist, who successfully looked after your mother's travel plans for many years, has returned to our business.
I did liaise with your sister and was pleased we were able to conclude her complaints satisfactorily and we are looking forward to them travelling with us again.
We did engage our hotel partners UK Account Manager while you were in the Seychelles; we have worked closely over many years and they genuinely did a great deal to ensure your stay was enjoyable, which included providing a room upgrade which was double the value of your original room, extended meal upgrades, a massage and a reduction off your incidental bill - lots of activity was extended in an attempt to ensure you had a pleasant stay, We are disappointed to know you didn't enjoy your stay in the Seychelles. You will recall that we explored various different African combinations, over the course of a few months, before you decided to confirm the Seychelles option, the month before arrival, and over festive dates - when availability is particularly limited. We are sorry that your stay was disappointing and that you didn't experience the levels of satisfaction that our clients typically enjoy.
Kerela
We’ve just returned from Kerela which Nikhil organised for us. He made sure that the whole trip ran very smoothly. All the hotels we stayed in were amazing and we were looked after brilliantly.
Thank you Nikhil for planning this wonderful trip for us. We will definitely use Inspiring travel again.
February 14, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Michele,
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review, following your trip to India. Nikhil will be so pleased to read your comments. Exploring India with Nikhil is always an amazing experience - most of his clients return time and again.
I'm delighted that you will travel with us again and we look forward to preparing an equally enjoyable experience for you.
With best wishes,
Gillian
Certainly Inspired
Certainly Inspired ! All round great service and delivery, excellent value for money for luxury travel.
February 5, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Barry,
Thank you for your very positive review. We are delighted to know you are happy with our service and I hope we will have the opportunity to look after your future holidays.
With kind regards,
Gillian
my time in Kerala
We have just done a few days in Kerala - I knew more or less what I wanted to do but the agent, Nikhil, helped me put it together - 4 nights in Cochin with emphasis on the Jewish aspect, 2 nights at spice village, one night on house boat which was all amazing. I regret that we did not spend one night at the lake resort where we got the house boat - kumarakom and could have spent one night less in Cochin. Loved all hotels
January 23, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Lynn,
Thank you for sharing a wonderful review, following your holiday in Kerala. I'm pleased to hear that Nikhil helped to fulfil your plans and that you loved all the hotels used.
I hope we may have the pleasure of taking care of your future holiday plans.
With kind regards,
Gillian
Excellent service
We have used ITC before, their assistance and service is the best I have experienced. In particular Denise who provides cruise holidays.
January 31, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Ian,
Thank you for your very positive review. We are delighted to know you are happy with our service and I know Denise will be very pleased to read your comments.
I hope we will have the opportunity to look after your future holidays.
With kind regards,
Gillian
First class service from begining to…
First class service from begining to end, the whole two weeks were perfect and very well organised down to the last detail
January 27, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Martin,
I'm delighted to read your comments and to know that your two weeks were perfect. That's exactly what we love to see.
Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful review - it is very much appreciated.
I hope we have the opportunity to also look after your future holiday plans.
With best wishes,
Gillian
Never fails to deliver a great and…
Never fails to deliver a great and professional service with great detail
January 14, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Thank you for taking the time to share such a complimentary review. It is very much appreciated and we are delighted to know you are very happy with our service.
I hope we have the opportunity to take care of your future holiday plans.
With best wishes,
Gillian
Our second most amazing adventure in incredible India
This is the second time my wife and I have been to India for a three week adventure. Both trips were expertly put together to cater for our abilities and tastes by IT's India Agent Nikhil Chibber who is the most caring of agents. Whilst India is a hectic environment in the cities the country has so much more to offer in terms of spectacular architecture and scenery on such a large scale. The highlights on this tri[p were undoubtedly our stays at Thekkady and Kumarakom, We were accommodated in the King Charles Suite in Kumarakom which was truly amazing . The people are so friendly and helpful.
January 7, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Bob,
I am delighted to read your review and to know that you thoroughly enjoyed your second three week holiday in India, expertly created by Nikhil. I agree that Nikhil is one of the most caring individuals you could hope to meet. I am delighted to note the highlights of your trip and to know that you enjoyed some of the splendour of India.
I'm sure it was a very memorable trip and thank you for entrusting Inspiring Travel. I hope we may be able to help with your future holiday plans also.
With very best wishes,
Gillian
Can highly recommend Inspiring Travel.
Can highly recommend Inspiring Travel.
Efficient, friendly and caring. No complaints.
January 8, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Ann,
Thank you for taking the time to share such a complimentary review.
It is very much appreciated and we are delighted to know you are very happy with our service.
I hope we have the opportunity to take care of your future holiday plans.
With best wishes,
Gillian
TOman 2024Thanks Peter,as ever first class…
Thanks Peter,as ever first class service arrangements all went to plan.The pre holiday information,flight and hotel arrangements were first class.
So impressed we have plans to book again.Well sone Sir!
Ray Campsie
January 14, 2024
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Reply from Inspiring Travel
Dear Ray,
Thank you so much for your very complimentary review.
I know Peter will be absolutely delighted to read your comments.
And it's wonderful to know that you are currently planning to book another trip.
Thank you for your loyal custom.
Best wishes,
Gillian
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