http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.jlmtravel.co.uk en-us Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:02:13 +0100 Rocketspark http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/post/27297/fred-olsen-cruises-from-newcastle-2028/ Great news for cruise lovers in the North East – Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has released its new Spring 2028 collection, including a fantastic choice of cruises sailing directly from Newcastle’s Port of Tyne aboard Bolette.The new programme is on sale now, with 2028 cruises from Newcastle starting from just £499 per person.For anyone in Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, Sunderland, Durham and across the wider North East, these sailings offer one of the easiest ways to take a cruise. There... Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:42:30 +0100 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/#post27297 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/post/27272/summer-2028-holidays-are-coming-soon/ It might feel a long way off, but if you're already dreaming about your next big summer getaway, we've got some good news…... Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:27:19 +0100 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/#post27272 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/post/27242/what-does-a-travel-agent-actually-do-that-i-cant-do-online/ It's a fair question.You can book almost anything online these days – flights, hotels, transfers, cruises and excursions. Give yourself enough browser tabs and you can probably piece together an entire holiday without speaking to another human being.So, what does a travel agent actually do that you can't?The answer isn't necessarily about doing something you can't do. It's about saving you time, using experience to help you make the right choices and giving you a real person to speak to when y... Tue, 29 Sep 2026 07:33:43 +0100 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/#post27242 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/post/27175/last-minute-holidays-your-questions-answered/ Fancy getting away but haven’t booked anything yet? Sometimes leaving it late can open up some fantastic holiday opportunities.Whether you’re looking for a week in the sunshine, a spontaneous city break or an All Inclusive escape, booking a last minute holiday can be an exciting way to travel.But how late can you actually book? Are last minute holidays always cheaper? And what should you check before booking?Here we answer some of the most frequently asked questions about booking a last minu... Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:45:54 +0100 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/#post27175 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/post/27174/where-is-hot-in-october/ October might mean cooler mornings, darker evenings and autumn coats back home, but you don’t have to travel far to find sunshine.In fact, October can be one of the best months of the year for a sunshine holiday. The intense heat of July and August has usually eased, the Mediterranean Sea is still warm from the summer and many popular resorts are a little more relaxed than during the peak school holiday season.... Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:30:34 +0100 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/#post27174 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/post/27088/inside-jlm-travel-cullercoats/ If you’ve recently passed our new JLM Travel branch in Cullercoats, you may have spotted a familiar face – or perhaps you’ve already popped in to say hello.Heading up our newest branch is Chris Dunbar, an experienced travel professional with more than 20 years in the industry.Chris has worked with some well-known names in North East travel, including Callers Pegasus and Dawson & Sanderson, as well as spending time with easyJet. Now he’s bringing all that experience to JLM Travel Cull... Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:36:24 +0100 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/#post27088 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/post/27057/cruises-from-newcastle/ Fancy starting your next cruise without the long drive to Southampton?For holidaymakers across Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside and the wider North East, cruises from Newcastle's Port of Tyne are a brilliantly convenient way to set sail. No airports, no long journey south – simply make your way to the Port of Tyne and your holiday can begin.Newcastle is a popular port of call for cruise ships throughout the year, bringing visitors from around the world to discover our city, Northumberland'... Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:44:37 +0100 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/#post27057 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/post/27014/a-first-timers-guide-to-choosing-the-right-cruise/ From Mediterranean sunshine and Caribbean beaches to the spectacular Norwegian fjords, a cruise can take you to several destinations in a single holiday – and you only have to unpack once.There is a particular kind of magic to waking up somewhere new.Draw back the curtains and yesterday's coastline has disappeared. In its place might be the whitewashed villages of a Greek island, the mountains of a Norwegian fjord or the unmistakable skyline of a Mediterranean city.Your suitcase, meanwhile, is... Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:43:25 +0100 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/#post27014 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/post/27011/my-trip-to-santorini/ Santorini has always been on my bucket list, I thought it might be one of those places that looks amazing on Instagram but doesn't live up to the hype........but it was even more amazing than it looks.   I stayed in the Santorini Palace in Fira with my husband and teenage daughter, the accommodation was spotless with fresh towels and bedding every day, there was always available sunlougers around the pool no matter what time of day you went to the pool.  The hotel was in... Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:26:06 +0100 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/#post27011 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/post/26991/one-day-in-rome-the-perfect-24-hour-itinerary-for-first-time-visitors/ You certainly won’t see all of it — Rome has spent more than two millennia making sure of that — but 24 hours is enough to experience an extraordinary cross-section of the Eternal City.With a little forward planning, a day in Rome can take you from the gladiatorial drama of the Colosseum to the fountains and piazzas of the historic centre, across the Tiber to Vatican City and, finally, to dinner among the atmospheric lanes of Trastevere.The secret is not to attempt everything. Rome rewards... Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:41:49 +0100 http://www.jlmtravel.co.uk/blog/#post26991