BY TIM HEDGLEY, GROUP TRAVEL EDITOR
Just a heads up on the exciting and award-winning Blue Bay Travel.
Blue Bay Travel is an award-winning UK tour operator, specialising in long-haul holidays to the Caribbean, Mexico, Indian Ocean, Far East, Middle East, Americas and more through its Caribbean Warehouse, Tropical Warehouse and Xclusivity brands.
The travel company’s tenacious team is dedicated to scouring the globe for holiday deals that are exclusive to Blue Bay Travel’s subscribers, with savings of up to 60%.
The expert Personal Travel Advisors have explored over 60 countries, and customers benefit from their in-depth knowledge of the destinations and resorts they sell and the unbeatable holiday deals they deliver.
Blue Bay Travel’s exclusive holiday deals are all neatly packaged with flights, accommodation, luggage allowance and resort transfers, so there are no hidden charges.
To subscribe to the member-only holiday deals, travellers simply enter their email address to receive offers direct to their inboxes as well as complimentary room upgrades and free extras such as spa treatments.
Customers pay a deposit from just £150pp to secure their holiday, and Blue Bay Travel’s flexible booking policy means that customers can change the date or destination of their holiday, subject to an amendment fee and payment of any fare difference.
Blue Bay Travel, which was recently named UK & Ireland’s Top Online Agency in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2022 awards, is a member of The Midcounties Co-operative’s Co-op Travel Consortium, and all the holidays it sells are ABTA and ATOL bonded.
Blue Bay Travel has a 4.9 Excellent rating on Trustpilot and recently achieved a 4.8 employer review rating on Glassdoor.
For more information about Blue Bay Travel and to book, visit www.bluebaytravel.co.uk or call the UK-based call centre, which is open seven days a week (Mon – Thurs 9am – 8pm, Fri 9am – 7pm, Sat 9am – 6pm, Sun 9.30am – 6pm), on 01782 645 080.
Blue Bay Travel’s “Big Blue Sale” is back, offering amazing savings, ultimate room upgrades, dazzling discounts, epic extras, and so much more to make 2023 one to remember.
Holidaymakers can find incredible new deals, bookable with a low deposit of just £150pp, to destinations including Mauritius, Mexico, Barbados and Thailand, to name just a few.
La Vela Khao Lak (5*), Khao Lak, Thailand Seven-nights, Half Board, from £1,099pp – saving £421pp (28%)
Price also includes:
- Return flights from Manchester
- Upgrade to a Deluxe Oceanside Room with Outside Bath
- 30-minute Jet Lag Massage
- Exclusive 25% Spa Discount
- Exclusive 10% Dining Discount
- 1 x Set Lunch at Kokulu Beach Club
- Return Private Transfers
Set on a pristine stretch of one of the best beaches in Thailand, the tropical haven of La Vela Khao Lak offers two mouth-watering restaurants, two huge free-form pools, a soothing spa, a fitness centre and kids club. Sister hotel to the incredible Casa De La Flora, La Vela Khao Lak has contemporary-styled rooms with spectacular views over the pool or the Andaman Sea. Guests can take in the sights and sounds of Khao Lak, enjoy a boat trip to the Similan Islands or simply relax at the Kokulo Beach Club.
Various departures in June & Sept 2023. (Book by 31 January 2023)
Sensira Resort & Spa (4*), Riviera Maya, Mexico
Seven-nights, All-Inclusive from £1,749pp – saving £1,319pp (43%)
Price also includes:
- Return flights from London Gatwick – with an upgrade to Premium Economy flights
- Upgrade to Adults-Only Amber Room with Private Whirlpool
- 25% Discount on Spa Treatments
- Hydrotherapy Spa Access
- Late Checkout
- Complimentary Butler Service
- Resort Transfers
Offering an exceptional stay surrounded by the natural beauty of the Riviera Maya region, Sensira Resort & Spa delivers a luxurious all-inclusive resort experience. A selection of culinary delights are served across eight restaurants, plus there are five bars, three pools, a spa, a fitness centre and an array of fun-filled activities. The Butler Service included in this upgrade offers services such as private VIP check-in, unpacking and repacking of suitcases and coordination of dining reservations.
Various departures in November 2023. (Book by 31 January 2023)
Anelia Resort & Spa (4.5*), Flic en Flac, Mauritius
Seven-nights, All-Inclusive from £1,199pp – saving £734pp (38%)
Price also includes:
- Return flights from London Gatwick
- Upgrade to Superior Ocean View with Private Balcony
- 1 x Romantic Dinner
- 25% Spa Discount
- Resort Transfers
Just minutes away from the vibrant village of Flic en Flac, on the beautiful west coast of Mauritius, lies Anelia Resort & Spa. Guests will love the stunning infinity swimming pools, leading to a stretch of perfect powder-white Mauritian beach. There are four pools in total, three bars, three restaurants, a gym and a spa which offers soothing treatments for the soul.
Various departures in May 2023. (Book by 31 January 2023)
The SoCo Hotel (4*), Christ Church, Barbados
Seven-nights, All-Inclusive from £1,599pp – saving £592pp (27%)
Price also includes:
- Return flights from London Heathrow or Manchester
- Stay in a Soco Room with Private Balcony
- Resort Transfers
The boutique, modern and adults-only The SoCo Hotel has just 24 rooms, all ocean-facing, so guests can enjoy the relaxed pace of life and receive excellent service. All rooms have a terrace with spectacular views, the pool overlooks the Caribbean Sea, authentic drinks are served at the stylish bar, and delicious a la carte cuisine can be enjoyed at the waterfront restaurant. Conveniently located on the south coast of Barbados, the hotel is well situated for the area’s vibrant bars and restaurants.
Various departures in May, Jun, Aug & Sept 2023 (LHR) and May, Jun & Sept 2023 (MAN). (Book by 31 January 2023)
Book all the above by 31 January 2023 to ensure the best pricing. All prices above are correct at the time of issue. Other departure dates and departure airports are available at different prices.
For more info and to book, go to www.bluebaytravel.co.uk or call 01782 647 239.
