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One of my favourite holidays was an unforgettable journey I did along the West Coast of America, starting in the city of San Francisco. Known for its iconic Golden Gate Bridge, diverse neighbourhoods, and vibrant arts scene, San Francisco is the perfect place to kick off this holiday adventure. Also driving down the coast means […]

Clevedon Travel Agent named one of the best in the British Isles Global Independent Travel has been named as one of the best in the UK & Ireland.   Global Independent Travel earned a place in the TTG Top 50 Travel Agencies 2022: an annual power-list of the nation’s best agents by industry bible, Travel […]

This is an updated version of our earlier article on booking a holiday in 2021/2022 that takes into account the various changes to travel since March. Don’t have time to read? Jump straight to our deals or get a holiday quote now. After months in lockdown and tier 2 and 3 restrictions earlier this year, […]

This article is now out of date, we’ve created an updated article on booking a holiday in 2021/2022 that takes into account the various changes to travel since March. After months in lockdown and tier 2 and 3 restrictions, we’re more than ready for a holiday – and so are our customers! The latest announcement has […]

A Message from Lisa… Hello everyone! Firstly, what fantastic news to hear that Summer 2021 is back on the cards! It’s looking likely that domestic self-catering breaks will be permitted from 12 April and by 17th May (at the earliest), all other accommodation and even the possibility of international travel. Hurray! Some good news at […]

Travel Trade Gazette (TTG) is launching a “Holiday ToHelp Out” initiative to kick-start the travel industry and drive consumers through the doors of travel agents.   Global Independent Travel Centre, is a local family run Travel Agent for Clevedon, Winscombe and surrounding areas of Somerset including Weston-super-Mare and Portishead and is proud to be a part […]

I hope you are well and are keeping yourself and your family safe.  At a time when we are all in Lockdown unable to travel, I had an idea about transferring you around the world from your homes. There’s a saying that goes “Live your Dreams, Don’t Dream your Life” and it’s been a little […]

Following the updated advice of the UK government this evening, with regards to ‘social distancing’, I have taken the sensible decision to implement a ‘closed door’ policy to our clients from Tuesday 17th March, in order to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus. I am pleased, however, to advise that although customers will be unable […]

20 January 2020 Global Independent Travel Centre  What: North Somerset Holiday Show  When: Sunday 9 February, 11am-3pm (FREE public entry) Where: At Doubletree by Hilton Cadbury House, Congresbury. BS49 5AD **Media are invited to attend the event for photo and interview opportunities** Somerset Travel Agent Celebrates 10 Years with Holiday Show Global Independent Travel Centre in North Somerset will […]

The day after the exciting new route from Cardiff to Doha was launched, with onward connections to 150 destinations worldwide, I and a group of top selling agents were given the chance to experience the new kid on the Arabian block first hand. We’re still not all 100% sure how to pronounce either the country […]