Are you yearning for an opulent escape from the everyday hustle and bustle? Do you dream of experiencing the world in the lap of luxury?...

Booking a holiday yourself can look cheaper and quicker — until something goes wrong, you spend evenings comparing options, or you realise you have nobody to call except a call centre. An independent travel agent gives you a real person on your side: someone who knows the operators, the small print and the destinations, and who will still be there after you book. You’re not left on hold When flights change, hotels disappoint or you need a last-minute tweak, you want a reply —