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Wendy Haines- named top agent for Riviera Travel in the UK and Ireland

🏆 Top Agent for Riviera Travel – UK & Ireland This week brought some very special news… I’m absolutely delighted to share that I’ve been recognised as Top Agent for Riviera Travel across the UK & Ireland. It’s an incredible honour—especially working alongside such a trusted and well-respected travel company known for its outstanding river […]

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Welcome Cheryl

Thanks to all of you for supporting me and my little business over the years. Because of you, Wendy Haines Travel has grown, and that means… I need a little more help! So I’m delighted to introduce the newest member of the team… Meet Cheryl! Cheryl will be working alongside Jane, Claire and myself, helping

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Wendy’s Wanderers visit to Footprints Kenya- the beginning of a new friendship

Wendy’s Wanderers’ most recent group trip to Kenya has been filled with unforgettable wildlife encounters, shared experiences and the strong sense of camaraderie the Wanderers trips are known for. But for many on the journey, the most meaningful moment came away from the safari tracks. On Friday 6 February, the group visited The Footprints Family,

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Claire’s first River Cruise with Riviera Travel – Danube Christmas Markets. Read about her trip and top tips

Budapest • Bratislava • ViennaI have just been on a Danube river cruise with Riviera River Cruises, beautiful Christmas markets, mouth watering dining, and superb service combined for an unforgettable trip. Budapest, HungaryMy festive journey began in the gorgeous Hungarian capital. Here I wandered round the city’s Christmas markets, and sampled some of the local

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Festive fun in Hamburg- Claire’s experience onboard Fred Olsen’s Balmoral

Claire has just returned from the most fabulous sailing with Fred Olsen Cruise Lines, and she couldn’t wait to share it with you all! “We spent time exploring the Hamburg Christmas Markets — From twinkling lights and handcrafted decorations to the smell of gingerbread and mulled wine drifting through the air… it was the perfect

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Cruising the Rhine with Riviera: A Week of Scenery, Schnapps & Surprises

I’ve just returned from a Riviera river cruise – this time sailing the legendary Rhine from Basel to Cologne – and it’s safe to say, I’m already thinking about the next one. We sailed aboard one of Riviera’s sleek river ships, staying in a Ruby Deck cabin. Comfortable doesn’t quite cover it, we had floor-to-ceiling

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