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“We couldn't have had a better time on our Mauritius honeymoon” - Kate and Sam
Ruth, We couldn't have had a better time on our Mauritius honeymoon - we didn't want to leave! The flights and transfers went smoothly,...
Jan 17, 2024


"Thank you so much for arranging a stunning honeymoon for us" - Karen & David
Hi Ruth, Thank you so much for arranging a stunning honeymoon for us - we had such a wonderful time - it was insane how beautiful it was....
Oct 18, 2023


"Ruth's customer care is second to none" - Chloë
We booked our honeymoon to Mauritius with Ruth, and she was incredibly helpful at recommending various hotels and helping us figure out...
Aug 30, 2023


Ruth’s Blog: Lapland - it’s not just for Christmas
The official hometown of Santa Claus is unquestionably synonymous with the ultimate in festive adventures for the kids, but a recent...
May 21, 2023


Ruth’s Blog: Destination weddings
You’ve found each other, the marriage proposal has been accepted and the wedding preparations can begin. More frequently, getting married...
Jan 11, 2023


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...
Dec 16, 2022


Client Blog: Ritz & Arun’s honeymoon in Mexico
Ritz and Arun were kindly recommended to me by their relatives whose honeymoons I had booked. Making memories in Mexico was their...
Aug 31, 2022


Client Blog: Rowan and Nanda’s honeymoon in Thailand
Rowan and Nanda knew the kind of experience they wanted for their long-awaited honeymoon when they contacted me last autumn but were...
Jul 25, 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...
Jun 21, 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...
Apr 1, 2022


"Ruth really knew what we wanted before we even knew what we wanted" - Georgia
Ruth found us a new resort in the Maldives that was completely to our taste - she really knew what we wanted before we even knew what we...
Mar 21, 2022


Ruth's Blog: St Vincent and the Grenadines
A combination of 32 islands and cays, only nine of which are inhabited, along with three island resorts, tranquil and intimate St Vincent...
Mar 17, 2022


Client Blog: Jane and Andrew's honeymoon in Mauritius
Jane contacted me in the autumn via the Holidaysplease website to discuss her belated honeymoon. They were keen to explore Indian Ocean...
Jan 14, 2022


Ruth's Blog: First Look - New Sandals and Beaches Resorts in the Caribbean
When I don't have the kids, like many of my clients, I choose Sandals Resorts. They offer 5* luxury all-inclusive and I know there will...
Sep 9, 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...
Jan 25, 2021


Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa, Mauritius
Mark Twain once described Mauritius as ‘heaven on earth’, an endorsement that any nation would be delighted to receive. This shimmering...
Nov 28, 2020


Under the Northern Lights
Aurora Borealis aka the Northern Lights! This miracle marvel has been captivating human beings for years. They are nothing short of...
Nov 14, 2020


The Knickerbocker Hotel, New York City
Trendsetting and shopping capital of the world, New York is an incredible city and the perfect choice for a romantic break. With an...
Oct 24, 2020


"Ruth has helped to make us a book of lifelong amazing memories" - Alastair and Jane
Ruth has helped to make us a book of lifelong amazing memories, organising our Thai holiday to celebrate our engagement; the wedding and...
Aug 4, 2020
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