Darren

For short-haul, it has to be Gran Canaria. With fantastic weather all year round, beautiful beaches, great restaurants and plenty of nightlife, it offers everything from a relaxing escape to a lively holiday — depending on what you’re looking for.

For long-haul, I love California. Anaheim is perfect for Disneyland, while Newport Beach and Hollywood offer the chance to experience the glamour, attractions and famous sights you see in films and on TV, including Universal Studios, celebrity homes and so much more.

Las Vegas, having visited more than 21 times! I also have extensive knowledge of Spain and its islands, Florida (including Orlando, Miami and Fort Lauderdale), as well as Caribbean, Mediterranean and Transatlantic cruises.

An extension lead. Some hotel rooms can be short on plug sockets, so it’s a simple travel essential that makes keeping all your devices charged much easier.

I’ve been fortunate enough to explore a huge variety of destinations around the world, including all the Spanish Costas, Canary and Balearic Islands, Paris, Nice, Berlin, Brussels, Budapest, Dublin, Madrid, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Rome, Oslo, Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Perth, Cairns, Sydney, Brisbane, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Chicago, Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale and Miami.

I’ve also enjoyed 22 cruises across six different cruise lines, giving me a wealth of first-hand cruise experience to share with customers.

I started my career in travel in 2000, spending five years in a call centre, followed by 14 years with an online travel company, and the past seven years with Premier Travel. I’ve loved building my knowledge and helping customers create unforgettable travel experiences throughout my career.