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Amanda was absolutely fantastic and very patient with me as we arranged a special trip for my wife's birthday. Nothing was too much trouble and Amanda has guided me through every step of the process.
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I basically had an idea of what we wanted, contacted Amanda and roughly gave her the bare bones and she magically had an itinerary in a day. Not just one option but two for us to choose. Thereafter... See more
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Have booked many holidays now with Amanda, It's quick and easy and always get a little dicount off the online prices, wont be too long before booking the next one....
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- Travel Agency
- Cruise Agency
- Cruise Travel Agency
- Cultural Tours Provider
- Currency Exchange Service
- Travel Aggregator
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Hays Travel, the UK's largest independent travel agent, brings over 40 years of expertise and customer care to every aspect of your holiday planning. With over 460 branches nationwide, we pride ourselves on providing our customers with tailor-made travel packages, exceptional service, and exclusive deals local to them. Whether you dream of family-friendly resorts, all-inclusive holiday packages, luxury cruises, UK short breaks, or last-minute getaways, Hays Travel is here to bring your dream holiday to life. In addition to popular travel destinations across Europe, we also provide exotic trips to far-off destinations, including Asia, the Caribbean, and beyond. Our dedicated travel agents are passionate about creating the perfect holiday experience for you. As your one-stop travel shop, we offer a wide range of services, from flights, cruise, and hotel bookings to airport parking, travel insurance, attraction tickets, and award-winning foreign exchange services. We partner with trusted suppliers like TUI, P&O Cruises, and Jet2holidays, to ensure top-quality service for all our customers, whilst hand-selecting the best deals that fit your budget and needs. Committed to delivering exceptional value, we also offer free child places and flexible payment options, including interest-free monthly direct debits and low-deposit deals on select holidays. Because everyone deserves to Holiday the Hays Way. Choose Hays Travel today for an unforgettable holiday experience backed by trusted, expert guidance every step of the way.
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Personal Travel Consultant Amanda Mckeand, DG9, Stranraer, United Kingdom
- 01776507011
4.9
Excellent
237 reviews
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All in all very easy booking with…
All in all very easy booking with Amanda. What we were wanting
December 20, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! ⭐ I'm so glad I could make the booking process easy and find exactly what you were looking for. I can’t wait to hear about your trip! 😊
Warm regards,
Amanda ✈️
Amanda is so efficient you message her…
Amanda is so efficient you message her at night not expecting an immediate reply and within minutes she's replied
I have booked a few holidays through her due to her commitment and effort on finding you the perfect holiday
Can't recommend her enough x
December 18, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful 5-star review! ⭐ I’m truly touched by your appreciation of my service, and it’s always a pleasure helping you find the perfect holiday. Your continued trust and support mean the world to me,
Looking forward to planning many more amazing trips for you! 😊 Thank you again for your recommendation – it really means a lot.
Warm regards,
Amanda ✈️
Holiday Booking
My wife and myself were very impressed with the help in booking a holiday in Hays Travel the staff were very helpful and Celest was polite and understanding our needs
December 19, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you for lovely review,
Amazing service and advice again
This is the second time we have used Amanda this year and the quality of service, advice and knowledge was just as good and thorough as first time. Amanda will definitely be our first stop for holiday booking and advice in the future. Thank you Amanda.
December 8, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
🌟 It means the world to me that you've chosen to book with me not once but twice this year. I'm thrilled to hear you’ve been happy with the service, advice, and support I’ve provided.
✈️🏖️ Thank you again for your trust and kind words—they truly make my day. 😊 Amanda
Amanda is always extremely helpful and…
Amanda is always extremely helpful and knowledgable and goes the extra mile
December 2, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
It was a pleasure assisting you with your holiday booking, and I’m thrilled to hear you’re happy with the service provided.
If you need any further assistance before you travel, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Wishing you a wonderful holiday ahead! 😊
Kind regards,
Amanda McKeand
Hays Travel PTC
Very professional service from Amanda
Very professional service from Amanda, listened to what we were looking for and searched for the best places to visit within the price range given.
November 17, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for the lovely review!
It was a pleasure helping you plan your first family holiday! I’m so glad I could find the perfect options that fit your needs. I hope you and your family have an unforgettable trip!
If you need anything else before or during your holiday, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Wishing you all an amazing time away! 😊
Kind regards,
Amanda McKeand
Hays Travel PTC
Excellent Service
The sevice from Amanda, as always, was excellent. From start to finish nothing was any trouble and did what she said she would do. Her professionalism, understanding of your requirements and friendly manner is always appreciated. Amanda will always go that bit extra to ensure you get what you want, and receive a five star service.
November 26, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for your kind words and 5-star review! 🌟 It means the world to me to know that you appreciate the service I provide. Ensuring you have a seamless and enjoyable experience from start to finish is always my top priority.
I'm so grateful for your continued trust and support, and it's always a pleasure to assist with your holiday plans. If there’s ever anything more I can do to make your next trip even more special, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thank you again for taking the time to leave such a lovely review—it really brightened my day! 😊
Warm regards,
Amanda McKeand
Hays Travel PTC ✈️
The holiday consultant I dealt with was…
The holiday consultant I dealt with was very friendly and helpful and answered all of my questions and concerns.
November 26, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for your lovely review! 🌟 I'm thrilled to hear that you found me friendly and helpful throughout the process and that all your questions and concerns were addressed. It's always my goal to ensure you feel confident and excited about your holiday plans! 😊
If there's anything else I can assist with, whether for this trip or future adventures, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Wishing you a fantastic holiday! ✈️🌴
This is the second cruise that Amanda…
This is the second cruise that Amanda has helped us with she goes above and beyond to make sure everything is just right
November 7, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your 5-star review! 🌟 It was truly a pleasure helping you with your second cruise. I’m thrilled to hear that you felt well taken care of and that everything met your expectations. Your trust and support mean the world to me, and I look forward to assisting with many more unforgettable holidays in the future! 🌊✨
Warm regards,
Amanda
Amanda done all the work made it easy…
Amanda done all the work made it easy to book and she's easy to chat with
October 11, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for the 5* review! ⭐ I'm glad I could make the booking process smooth and easy for you. It was great chatting and helping with your holiday plans! thank you for booking your amazing holiday with me much appreciated, Amanda x
excellent service as always from Amanda…
excellent service as always from Amanda 🤩wouldn’t book with anyone else
October 2, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🤩 I'm absolutely thrilled to hear that you're happy with the service, and it truly means the world that you wouldn’t book with anyone else. I look forward to helping you plan many more amazing holidays! 🌟✈️Amanda x
Would always book through Amanda…
Would always book through Amanda McKeand at Hays travel. The holiday is booked no problems and it puts your mind at rest you have that backup.
October 1, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for the wonderful 5* review! I'm thrilled to hear that your booking experience was smooth and gave you peace of mind. It’s always a pleasure to help, and I’m here anytime you need that extra support for your next adventure. Looking forward to assisting you with many more amazing holidays! 🌟✈️😊
Warm regards,
Amanda McKeand
Amanda McKeand Travel Consultant
Amanda made our holiday booking experience easy. Amanda researched and offered choices of holiday. She answered all questions and made the booking experience a positive one
September 28, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm delighted to hear that you had a positive booking experience and that my efforts to find the right holiday options for you made a difference. If you need any further assistance or have questions in the future, I'm always here to help. Have an amazing holiday! 🌟✈️
Warm regards,
Amanda McKeand
Amanda is friendly
Amanda is friendly, professional, easy to speak with and always our 1st choice when booking a holiday.
She goes above and beyond to make her customers happy.
September 13, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 I really appreciate your continued trust and support. It’s a pleasure to be your go-to for holiday bookings, and I look forward to helping you plan many more amazing trips! ✈️🌍Amanda x
Great experience
Great experience. Amanda was extremely helpful and responded very quickly to any questions I had before making my booking.
August 28, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! 🌟 I’m delighted to hear you had a great experience and that I could assist you promptly. If you have any more questions or need help with anything else, feel free to reach out. Enjoy your holiday, and thanks again for your kind words! 😊✈️
Very helpful staff and listened to all…
Very helpful staff and listened to all my request .
September 4, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for booking your holiday with me! 🎉 I’m thrilled to hear that you found my service helpful and that I could meet all your requests. Your satisfaction is incredibly important to me, and I’m here to ensure everything is perfect for your upcoming trip. If you need anything else before you travel, just let me know. Safe travels ahead! ✈️🌟
Amanda provided so many suggestions…
Amanda provided so many suggestions having understood our brief. Great communication & timely responses to my many messages 😂
September 1, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m delighted to hear that you had a positive experience and that my suggestions were helpful in planning your holiday. It was a pleasure working with you.
Your recommendation means a lot to me, and I’m here anytime you need further assistance or planning for your next adventure! can't wait to hear all about it! enjoy
Best regards,
Amanda
Late deal secured....
The service from Amanda was fab... She managed to find us a holiday with very late notice and within our budget. She gave us a number of options and sticking to our flight time specifications. I had to be picky with the time restraint we had but she still managed to find us a whole package holiday, so I've not had to worry about a thing... This is the least stressed I've ever been booking a holiday. We will definitely be booking with Amanda again, thank you.
August 31, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 It was my pleasure to help you find the perfect holiday, especially with the tight time frame. I’m thrilled to hear that the process was stress-free for you— that’s always my goal! I look forward to helping you plan many more amazing trips in the future. Enjoy your holiday, and thanks again for choosing me to assist you! ✈️🌴
TRIP OF A LIFETIME
I basically had an idea of what we wanted, contacted Amanda and roughly gave her the bare bones and she magically had an itinerary in a day. Not just one option but two for us to choose. Thereafter she set up flights from our preferred departure airport and transfers from all our chosen destinations along the route. Once decided upon she thereafter gave us the necessary travel advice re visa’s etc. and sent us the appropriate links. Amanda did all this efficiently and effortless after listening to our needs.
August 21, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
It was my absolute pleasure to book your amazing holiday, thank you for your 5*review and kind words they mean the world, Amanda :)
Very efficient and informative and very…
Very efficient and informative and very honest service… it has made me feel very much at ease 🤩
July 11, 2024
Reply from Hays Travel - Amanda Mckeand
thank you for your 5*review and for choosing to book your amazing holiday its much appreciated, Amanda :)
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