Independent Travel Consultancy
Every Trip, Entirely Yours
Bespoke holidays crafted around you — not around a brochure. From Maldives retreats to Caribbean cruises and group adventures, Ellie handles every detail so you don't have to.
Tailor-made to your world
From luxury beach escapes to multi-centre adventures — crafted around your dates, budget and dream.
Plan yours →Luxury cruise specialist
Expert guidance across all cruise lines and sailing styles. Ocean, river, expedition and world voyages.
Visit Elles Cruises →Group & lads trips
Sorted from start to finish. Flights, hotel, transfers — you just show up ready for it.
Sort your trip →Travel advice from someone who genuinely loves what she does
Picked & Packed Travel is Ellie — an independent travel consultant with a genuine passion for finding the perfect trip for every client. No call centres, no generic packages, no compromise.
Ellie works with a carefully curated network of hotels, cruise lines and tour operators worldwide to give you access, value and service you simply won't get booking direct.
Get in touch →From first thought to first boarding pass
No endless forms, no hold music. Just a real conversation that leads to something extraordinary.
Tell us your dream
Fill in the quick enquiry form or drop Ellie a WhatsApp. Share your destination ideas, rough dates, and what you're looking for — no detail too big or small.
Receive your proposal
Ellie researches and handpicks options that match your brief — including access to rates and experiences not available publicly.
Refine & confirm
Tweak until it's exactly right. Ellie handles all the booking, paperwork and logistics — ATOL and ABTA protected throughout.
Travel with confidence
You travel knowing every detail is handled. Ellie's available throughout your trip if anything needs attention. You just enjoy it.
Everything a booking site can't give you
Built around you
No two clients are the same. Ellie starts from scratch every time — no templates, no pre-packaged deals, no compromise.
Transparent from the start
Ellie explains exactly what's included, what's not, and what everything costs — before you commit to anything. No surprises at checkout.
Fully protected
Every booking is ATOL and ABTA protected. Your money is safe and you have independent recourse if anything goes wrong.
Insider access
Preferred rates, complimentary upgrades, exclusive add-ons — Ellie's supplier relationships unlock things you simply can't book yourself.
One person. Always.
You deal with Ellie from first enquiry to your return home. No handoffs, no call centres, no starting over with someone new.
Truly worldwide
Whether you're dreaming of the Maldives, a Norwegian fjord cruise, or a lads week in Ibiza — Ellie handles it all under one roof.
Popular destinations & personal favourites
From Caribbean islands to Southeast Asian adventures, Ellie has the connections to get you there properly.
Don't see your destination? Enquire anyway — Ellie works worldwide.
Specialist brands for every kind of traveller
Two dedicated brands, each built for a very different kind of trip — but all backed by the same expert care.
For women who want to see the world by sea — luxury ocean voyages, river cruises, boutique expedition sailings and world voyages, curated by Ellie for discerning solo travellers and groups.
Visit Elles Cruises → Group & Lads TripsIbiza, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Vegas — sorted properly. Flights, hotel, transfers and extras all handled so you just have to show up. Stags, birthdays, lads holidays and end-of-season trips.
Sort My Trip →Real reviews, coming soon
Client reviews will be added here once trips have been completed. In the meantime, get in touch directly — Ellie is happy to be your first.
Start your trip →Let's plan something extraordinary
Tell Ellie what you're dreaming of. No hard sell, no obligation — just expert advice from someone who genuinely wants your trip to be special. Usual response within a few hours on weekdays.
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