Karen at SANS Travel

01/09/2026

And just like that, summer is nearly over!

I honestly don’t know where the summer holidays have gone! The kids are heading back to school this week and suddenly it feels like we’re on the countdown to Christmas… and I’m NOT ready!

We made the most of the final Bank Holiday weekend with a trip to Rock N Roll Circus in Sheffield 🎪🎶

What an absolute belter of a day! Great music, circus acts, plenty going on for the kids and the Big Top meant the typical British Bank Holiday weather couldn’t completely spoil the fun!☔️

And the best bit… this was actually a Christmas present from last year! 🎁

We love booking experiences and events as presents rather than just buying stuff. It gives us something to look forward to throughout the year and creates memories along the way. 💛

So, as we head back into school routines and I get a few more hours back at my desk, it’s also time to start thinking about what’s next!

Whether you’re looking for a special Christmas treat, an experience to look forward to or you want to get ahead and start planning Summer 2027, now is a great time to start looking.

If you’ve got a trip you’ve been dreaming about, drop me a message and let’s get it in the diary! 💛

28/08/2026

✨ FLORIDA MAY HALF TERM 2027! ✨

If Florida has been sitting on the family holiday wish list, this could be the one to get excited about!

With some amazing long-haul offers dropping this weekend, now is a great time to start thinking about securing your 2027 family adventure — and this one combines Miami, Key West & Orlando in one incredible trip!

📅 26th May 2027 | 13 Nights
✈️ Direct flights from London Heathrow
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 2 Adults + 2 Children (ages 2–11)

🌴 MIAMI – 2 NIGHTS
🏨 Hilton Cabana Miami Beach | Room Only
🌊 Start your adventure with Miami's famous beaches, sunshine and vibrant atmosphere.

💰 Resort fee: £31 per room per night, payable locally.

🌅 KEY WEST – 2 NIGHTS
🏨 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Key | Room Only
🌴 Head down the spectacular Overseas Highway and discover the laid-back island vibes of Key West.

💰 Resort fee: £26 per room per night, payable locally.

🎢 ORLANDO – 9 NIGHTS
🏡 Private 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom villa
🏊 Private pool
🌴 Solterra Resort, Davenport
🔐 Gated resort with fantastic facilities

And there's more...

🚗 CAR HIRE INCLUDED!

A fully inclusive intermediate vehicle from Miami through to Orlando Airport, including the one-way drop-off fee.

🙌 No worrying about arranging separate car hire for your multi-centre adventure!

💷 £1,727.50PP TOTAL

💰 £1,699pp payable to tour operator
💵 £28.50pp payable locally

✨ THREE AMAZING FLORIDA EXPERIENCES IN ONE HOLIDAY!

From the excitement of Miami, to the island charm of Key West and then 9 nights with your own private villa in Orlando — this really does give you a fantastic mix for a family adventure.

And with a £175pp deposit, you can get your May half-term 2027 plans underway without paying for the whole holiday today! 💛

What are you waiting for?! If Florida is on your family travel wish list, drop me a message. I'll do the hard work searching through the options and help you get your 2027 adventure booked.

Prices shown are total package prices per person, based on 2 adults and 2 children aged 2–11, and include flights, accommodation and all mandatory taxes and charges payable to the tour operator and known at the time this offer was produced. Price shown includes £1,699pp plus £28.50pp payable locally. Resort fees are payable locally and are not included in the package price. Prices are based on exchange rates in effect at the time of publication and may change prior to booking confirmation. Any resort, destination or city taxes payable locally are charged by the property or local authority and may vary due to exchange rate fluctuations or local regulation changes. Any future local charges introduced by a property after booking are payable directly to the property and are outside the tour operator's control. Optional extras are excluded unless stated. Car hire is included as specified. Transfers are not included unless stated. Prices and availability are subject to change. Provided by Mainstreet. ATOL protected. Terms and conditions apply.

28/08/2026

✨BANK HOLIDAY CRUISE OFFER – CARIBBEAN ESCAPE 🚢

If you’re already dreaming of some winter sunshine, this one is definitely worth a look! ✨

Your 14-night Caribbean cruise
📅 6 December 2026
✈️ Flying from Manchester
🚢 Sailing from Bridgetown, Barbados aboard Renaissance
💰 From £1,599pp

Explore 8 ports across 8 countries, including:

🇬🇵 Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe
🇲🇶 Fort-de-France, Martinique
🇻🇬 Road Town, Tortola
🇸🇽 Philipsburg, St Maarten
🇦🇬 St John’s, Antigua
🇱🇨 Castries, St Lucia
🇧🇶 Kralendijk, Bonaire
🇨🇼 Willemstad, Curaçao

Plus time at sea to relax and enjoy everything Renaissance has to offer.

💰 Extra 5% OFF this weekend only

Book by 23:59 on 31 August 2026 for the extra 5% discount.

14 nights of Caribbean sunshine, multiple islands and plenty of time to relax – all from £1,599pp.

If this sounds like your kind of winter escape, send me a message and I’ll check the current availability and options for you. 💛

Prices are correct at time of posting and subject to availability. Terms, conditions and promotional booking deadlines apply.

27/08/2026

✨KRAKOW WINTER CITY BREAK FOR JUST £255PP! ✨

Rainy days got you dreaming of getting away? Here's another fantastic weekend escape to brighten up your winter!

This one is customer recommended too, in a great location for sightseeing and exploring the Old Town. 💛

📅 Friday 6th November 2026 | 3 Nights
👫 2 Adults
🛏️ Classic Double or Twin Room
✈️️ Return flights from Manchester
🧳 10kg hand luggage each
🧳 22kg checked baggage each
🛡️ ATOL Protected

💷 JUST £255PP!

🚫 Transfers not included

Whether you're looking for a couples' getaway, a girls' weekend or simply a few days away to break up the winter, Krakow is a brilliant choice.

Get in touch and I'll take care of the searching and booking for you — you just need to decide what to pack!

Price based on 2 adults sharing a Classic Double or Twin Room for 3 nights departing Manchester on 6th November 2026. Room Only. Includes return flights, 10kg hand luggage, 22kg baggage and ATOL protection. No transfers included. Package provided by Jet2Holidays. Price and availability subject to change. Terms and conditions apply.

26/08/2026

✨ THREE CITIES. ONE INCREDIBLE AMERICAN ADVENTURE! ✨

Looking for something extra special for 2027? How about ticking off Las Vegas, Los Angeles AND Nashville in one amazing USA trip!

This triple-centre adventure packs three completely different experiences into one fantastic getaway — and at just £1,258pp, it's an incredible way to see more of America!

✨ YOUR USA ADVENTURE ✨

📅 27th June 2027
✈️ Departing London Heathrow
🏨 10 Nights | 3 incredible cities
🛏️ Room Only

🎰 5 Nights – New York-New York, Las Vegas
Bright lights, casinos, incredible entertainment and that unmistakable Vegas atmosphere.

🌴 2 Nights – The Godfrey Hollywood, Los Angeles
Hollywood glamour, palm trees, iconic sights and the chance to explore the City of Angels.

🎶 3 Nights – Millennium Maxwell House, Nashville
Live music, Southern hospitality and the home of country music.

PACKAGE PRICE: £1,258PP (based on 2 adults sharing)
💰 £1,099pp payable to Tour Operator
💵 £159pp payable locally
💳 Just £100pp deposit

🚫 Transfers are NOT included – guests will need to make their own arrangements.

💛 THREE DESTINATIONS, THREE COMPLETELY DIFFERENT EXPERIENCES...

If you've always wanted to experience more than one part of the USA, this could be a fantastic way to do it!

Want to know more or fancy making this your 2027 adventure? Get in touch and I'll do the hard work for you 💛

Prices shown are total package prices per person, based on 2 adults sharing, and include flights, accommodation and all mandatory taxes and charges payable to the tour operator and known at the time the offer is produced. Prices are based on exchange rates in effect at the time of publication and may change prior to booking confirmation. Optional extras are excluded unless stated. Transfers are not included. Prices are subject to availability. Package Provided by Mainstreet Travel Group. ATOL protected. Terms and conditions apply.

26/08/2026

So lovely to catch up with the SANS team this week💛

A great night out last night with our fabulous SANS team ❤️👏👏👏

24/08/2026

✨ BUDAPEST FOR JUST £250PP!✨

Looking for a little getaway to brighten up those dark November evenings?

This one comes customer recommended and is a great choice if you want to be well placed for sightseeing, restaurants and exploring everything Budapest has to offer.

💰 £250pp (based on 2 adults sharing)
📅 Friday 6th November 2026 | 3 Nights
✈️ Return flights from Leeds Bradford
🧳 10kg hand luggage each
🧳 22kg checked baggage each
🏨 Double Room | Room Only
🛡️ ATOL Protected
💵 approx £6 tourist tax payable at the property

✨ A fantastic city for a long weekend
✨ Great choice of restaurants, cafés & bars
✨ Plenty of sightseeing and history to discover
✨ Famous thermal baths to warm up those chilly evenings
✨ Beautiful city views & atmosphere after dark
✨ A great base for exploring the city

And if you've been thinking about a Christmas market break, Budapest is also a fabulous choice at this time of year

Fancy Budapest? Get in touch and I'll take care of the searching and booking for you.

Price and availability subject to change. Based on 2 adults sharing a Double Room for 3 nights departing Leeds Bradford on 6th November 2026. Room Only. Includes return flights, 10kg hand luggage, 22kg baggage and ATOL protection. No transfers included. Provided by Jet2holidays. Terms and conditions apply.

24/08/2026

Ok, this is definitely me right now! 🤣

No trip booked = mild panic!

I’ve got plenty of ideas, places I’d love to explore and a whole list of trips I want to tick off, but right now, nothing is actually locked into the diary!

Maybe it’s because I’ve just come back from Fuerteventura and already have the holiday blues, but I definitely need something else to look forward to!

Please tell me I’m not the only one who feels like this?

If you’ve got that same “we need something booked” feeling, or you’re wondering where to go next, drop me a message. I’d love to help you find the perfect trip to put in the diary — and then you can leave all the searching and organising to me. 💛

21/08/2026

✨ EASTER 2027 FAMILY HOLIDAY INSPIRATION! ✨

Looking for something a little different for your 2027 family holiday?

I've got you covered, how about a cruise?

Imagine waking up somewhere new, ticking off 3 countries in one holiday, while the kids have an amazing programme of activities to keep them entertained onboard!

✨ Spain, Portugal & Morocco Cruise
💰 Total cost based on a family of 4 sharing:
✈️ London Heathrow – £3,829 total
✈️ London Gatwick – £3,849 total
✈️ Manchester – £5,649 total

📆 30th March 2027 | 11 Nights
🚢 Celebrity Equinox
🛏️ Balcony Stateroom
✈️ Flights included
🧳 Luggage included
🚍 Overseas transfers included

Sail from Barcelona & visit:
✨Tangier
✨Madeira
✨Porto
✨Lisbon
✨Seville
✨Malaga

And the kids aren't forgotten!

Movie nights under the stars
Archery challenges
Silent discos
Art workshops
Gaming tournaments
And plenty more!

It's the perfect combination of exploring new destinations, relaxing onboard and making memories together as a family — without having to unpack your suitcase every few days.

If this sounds like your kind of family adventure, get in touch and I'll be happy to help you explore the options.

Prices based on 4 people sharing a Balcony Stateroom for 11 nights, departing 30th March 2027. Prices shown are total holiday prices for 4 people and vary by departure airport. Includes flights, luggage and overseas transfers as stated. Subject to availability and change. Terms and conditions apply.

20/08/2026

✨ 5 LUXURY IN CYPRUS FOR OCTOBER HALF TERM* ✨

Off the back of the Taste of Cyprus evening I attended, I'm continuing to share some of the gorgeous hotels I discovered — and this one really caught my eye! 💛

Coral Beach Hotel & Resort - one of the things that stood out to me was its location and beach area overlooking the Mediterranean. Add in 5* luxury and an excellent All Inclusive Plus package and you've got a pretty special October half-term option example below:

✨ 27th October 2026 | 7 Nights
✨ 2 Adults & 2 Children
✨ Manchester Flights
✨ All Inclusive Plus
✨ Studio with Sea View

💰 £4,999 for a family of 4.

October in Cyprus can be a fantastic time to escape the cooler UK weather without heading long haul.

Want to know more? Drop me a message and I'll be happy to tell you more about this gorgeous hotel and what it has to offer.

Price based on 2 adults & 2 children under 11yrs sharing a Studio with Sea View for 7 nights. All Inclusive Plus. Includes return flights, baggage, coach transfers, ATOL protection and Resort Flight Check-In. Provided by Jet2holidays. Price and availability subject to change. Terms and conditions apply.