From Boardroom Stress to Beachside Bliss: How UK Leaders Actually Unplug

Two days until your much-anticipated holiday, and suddenly, there's a rescheduled strategy session. Typical.

You’ve crafted the perfect out-of-office reply, packed your favourite sunglasses, and promised your partner you'll genuinely switch off (no, honestly this time).

Then, predictably, your inbox pings:

• A crucial meeting appears just before your flight (standard).

• Your colleague cheerfully suggests a "quick detour" via Frankfurt on your way to Ibiza.

• A key client insists Tuesday is the "only possible day"—exactly when you intended to be enjoying tapas poolside.

If you've ever scrambled to rearrange even slightly luxurious travel plans or tried explaining why Frankfurt is "practically next door" to Ibiza, you know relaxation quickly turns into frustration.

Unless, of course, you’ve got me in your contacts.

The Oman-to-London Dash (A Real-Life Scenario)

Picture this: A busy UK executive with 48 hours' notice and an essential pitch meeting in London, slap-bang in the middle of her Oman getaway. Her message?

"Beth, help! And please don’t lose my room that leads directly into the pool."

Sorted. Flights rearranged, smooth transfers booked, accommodations effortlessly adjusted—and a glass of wine waiting on arrival, because, frankly, she deserved it.

She called me her travel lifesaver. I’ll gladly accept.

Why Delegating Your Travel Isn't Indulgent—It's Smart

Here's a funny truth: UK leaders delegate everything—diaries, IT, project management—but insist on DIY holiday planning. It’s a quirky blind spot.

Effective travel planning isn’t merely choosing nice hotels. It’s knowing:

• Which airlines genuinely help with last-minute itinerary changes.

• Which hotels regularly upgrade loyal guests versus those who simply offer a polite apology.

• How to seamlessly blend family time with unexpected business commitments (without draining your precious annual leave).

  
  

What I Actually Do (Hint: It’s Far More Than Flights)

A typical week involves:

• Adjusting travel arrangements for leaders suddenly juggling new work commitments.

• Coordinating swiftly when conferences or meetings change locations unexpectedly.

• Finding boutique hotels offering reliable Wi-Fi and charm without the dreaded "conference centre" feel.

• Quickly adapting family trips when a parent has to rush back to work, ensuring everyone else continues to enjoy a relaxing break.

  
  

Why Busy UK Leaders Need Someone Like Me

• Because your assistant might be fantastic but not specialised in complex travel logistics.

• Because searching travel sites at midnight is no one's idea of relaxation.

• Because your holiday shouldn’t involve negotiating with airline customer service while wearing flip-flops.

• Because your break should start with calm, not stress.

  

  
  

Ready to Delegate Your Travel Headaches?

I support a select group of clients, ensuring personalised and attentive travel planning. I get to know your preferences—from your favourite coffee to your preferred seat on the plane—and understand exactly what "switching off" truly means for you (spoiler: no Zoom calls).

If you're ready to hand over travel management and genuinely relax, let's chat.

Your break shouldn't begin with compromises—it should start with comfort (and perhaps a nice glass of something chilled).