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Dec 4, 2024
Ruth’s Blog: An invitation to Phu Quoc and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Having travelled to Thailand numerous times, I was thrilled to explore its neighbour, Vietnam, for the first time. This incredible...


Nov 5, 2024
Ruth’s Blog: The Cape House Hotel - a hidden gem in Bangkok
As someone who has spent considerable time visiting Thailand, I'm always on the lookout for standout places to recommend to my clients....


Oct 15, 2024
Client Event: An introduction to Thailand
I’m very excited to be hosting an exclusive, in-person client event on Wednesday 20 November at the Nascot Arms in Watford. Having had...


Jan 25, 2024
Ruth’s Blog: Introducing Reuben’s Retreat – my Giving Back charity for 2024
In the spirit of giving back and making a positive impact, I initiated my 'Giving Back' campaign in 2016, committing to make a charitable...


Jun 6, 2023
Ruth’s Blog: Bigger & Better. Introducing Travel Counsellors...
I am excited to announce that following Travel Counsellors' recent acquisition of Holidaysplease, I will be operating my business under...

Jun 3, 2023
Ruth’s Blog: Giving Back - iheart principles
In 2016, when celebrating a 10-year anniversary with Holidaysplease, I set up my Giving Back initiative where I committed to make a...


May 3, 2023
Ruth’s Blog: Inspirational Group Tours – something for everyone
Tempted to go further off the beaten track and embark on your greatest adventure yet? I may have the perfect opportunity... Partnering...


Mar 29, 2023
Press: How to make the most of video, TTG Luxury
I was delighted to be featured in a piece in the Spring 2023 edition of TTG Luxury, a leading travel industry publication read by many of...


Dec 16, 2022
My Essential Caribbean Collection: 11 luxury boutique hotels for your delectation
The Caribbean: a decadent destination worthy of every traveller’s bucket list. Encompassing more than 700 islands, this winter sun...


Nov 1, 2022
Press: Homeworkers explain the pros and cons of living overseas, Travel Gossip
I was delighted to be asked to contribute to an article in Travel Gossip, a leading provider of travel trade social media marketing...


Jun 21, 2022
Ruth's Blog: Introducing Not In The Guide Books
How we travel and where we visit were perhaps amongst the many things that the pandemic caused us to consider differently, especially...


Mar 31, 2022
Ruth’s fantastic Mauritius offer
The world-famous Royal Palm Hotel was the Indian Ocean's first Leading Hotel of the World and continues, to this day, to set the standard...


Mar 24, 2022
Exclusive 15-day privately guided group tour to Vietnam and Cambodia
The charming destinations of Vietnam and Cambodia offer history, adventure and great culinary experiences, whilst remaining luxurious and...


Jan 18, 2022
The Bucket List: 10 nights in Thailand from £1,399 per person
A holiday destination, cultural treat and scenic delight all rolled into one, Thailand is a country that never ceases to amaze. This...


Sep 22, 2021
The Bucket List: Global sporting events
After the latest travel announcements and looking forward to life returning to something like a new normal, I have seen a flurry of...


Apr 17, 2021
The Bucket List: Africa
If we have taken anything from the Covid pandemic, it should be the ability to live life how we want to. The Bucket List is where I will...


Jan 25, 2021
The Bucket List: Three nights in New York City
If we have taken anything from 2020, it should be the ability to live life how we want to. The Bucket List is where I will be...
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