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About Carmen

Welcome to the world of extraordinary travel experiences curated by Carmen, a seasoned and passionate explorer turned independent travel professional. Let me help make your holiday dreams and wishes a reality.

Drawing on an extensive career within the travel industry working as a Business Travel Consultant as well as several years at TUI. I have honed my skills and cultivated a deep understanding of the diverse needs and desires of the modern traveller. As an ex-travel professional returning to the industry I bring with me industry insights with a personal touch that transform vacations into lifelong memories.

I have been very fortune to travel to various incredible destinations over the years both as a young couple and now as a family, this has helped me gain a better understanding of different travellers needs and requirements. My favourite destinations have to be Australia, Mauritius and the Greek Islands. But the worlds your oyster and there are some many amazing destinations still to explore….so that may well change.

Whether it’s a romantic escape, a family adventure, or a solo exploration I can help craft signature experiences tailored to your needs. Imagine sipping champagne under the North Lights, exploring ancient ruins with a private guide or dining in a hidden gem known only to the locals. It’s these moments that help take a holiday and turn it into a lifelong memory that you will treasure forever.

This is my travel philosophy, helping you create lifelong memories with the ones you love through travel. Turning the ordinary into ex-ordinary.

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What Customers are Saying about Carmen

I wanted to take a moment to share my experience working with Carmen on planning a truly unforgettable holiday in the Maldives for me and my wife, Emily. This trip was incredibly special as it was kid free (🤣) and marked both our 40th birthdays and our 10-year wedding anniversary. Carmen made sure it was nothing short of perfect. From the very beginning, her responsiveness was outstanding. Every question was answered promptly, and every detail was handled with care. Her organization throughout the process gave us complete confidence that everything was under control, allowing us to simply look forward to the trip. What really stood out was her personal touch. She took the time to understand what mattered most to us and tailored every aspect of the holiday to fit our preferences. From the choice of resort to the little extras that made the experience unique, it was clear she genuinely cared about making this celebration special. Her professionalism was evident at every stage. She managed all arrangements seamlessly, kept us informed, and ensured that the entire process was stress-free. Thanks to her expertise and dedication, we enjoyed a flawless, luxurious getaway that exceeded our expectations. I would highly recommend Carmen to anyone looking for a travel professional who combines efficiency, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for creating memorable experiences.
Review by: Lewis Tompkins
20/01/2026
I cannot recommend Carmen enough, I wanted to get football match tickets but it's like gold dust, Carmen pulled through with incredible seats, reasonable pricing and the whole process was seemless. Highly recommended
Review by: Rochelle Anthony
26/11/2025
I haven't used a travel agent in a while, but I am pleased I found Carmen and Travelosophers who booked an amazing holiday for us in UAE. Everything was expertly arranged by Carmen including the flights, 5* Hotel, transfers and excursions. She even suggested a destination I would never have thought about visiting. I can't thank you enough, we had a fantastic time. Highly Recommended.
Review by: Clive Cini
23/11/2025
I asked Carmen to help me book my first ever holiday I told her where I wanted to go and she advised the place she felt would suit me best. Carmen arranged travel, transfers and accommodation and even helped me with sorting my insurance. The hotel was excellent and suited me perfectly, Carmen checked in with me and made sure I had no issues travelling and let me know she was available if there was any issues. Overall I had a fantastic time and most in part due to all the stress and difficulty being removed by Carmen allowing me to enjoy a new experience. I without a doubt would recommend Carmen to anyone looking to remove stress from arranging their holiday or just to take care of it for them I know I will again.
Review by: Alex Cross
11/10/2025
We booked through Carmen in January for a holiday at the end of August, and I honestly can’t recommend her enough! She was absolutely amazing. We had no idea where we wanted to go — just a few essentials: a swimming pool, all-inclusive, by the seaside, and water slides for our 9 and 4-year-old. She ticked every single box and found us an incredible deal. Everything was so straightforward and stress-free. What really stood out was the personal touch. Carmen noticed I was turning 30 the following month and arranged for the hotel to surprise me with a beautiful cake at dinner and complimentary starters — such a thoughtful gesture. Even before we left the UK, she sent both girls a little “emergency snack bag,” which got them so excited for the trip. While we were away, she checked in to make sure everything was going smoothly, and when we had issues checking in for our flight home, she stepped in and got it sorted straight away. I’ve used other agencies before but have never experienced this level of service, care, and attention to detail. I highly recommend Carmen — we’re already looking forward to booking our next holiday with her! 🌴✨ Moran family ❤
Review by: The Moran Family
16/10/2025
Highly recommend: I’m quite skeptical when it comes to trusting anyone to plan and book my holiday until I came across Carmen Riley….wow…..simply wow. Carmen is a master of her craft and there’s nothing she couldn’t do to help, support or advise us on. Carmen was always ahead of the game and had already thought ahead of what my next question would be or, she was simply able to read my mind. From the airline booking, hotel accommodation, transfers and coordinating our package holiday and follow-ups to St Lucia was seamless. The entire process was handled with great professionalism and care. Carmen ensured our trip was smooth sailing from start to finish. Carmen always ensured we had everything covered. Our holiday was magical because of her knowledge, communication and expertise. Carmens kind, gentle approach made the process of booking our holiday so easy and she has the patience of a saint! She knew our requirements and specific needs to build the perfect package…..and she did! Carmen blew us away with how she continued to support us from beginning to end of our holiday leaving nothing forgotten or missed. We highly appreciate the exceptional service we received and we will certainly be using Carmen going forward. She has so much knowledge on destinations that’s incredibly valuable, but mostly she is an absolute pleasure to deal with. Thank you Carmen. You are absolutely fantastic and I won’t be without you when booking our next holiday.
Review by: Stacy Nash
14/09/2025
This was my first time using Carmen to arrange a holiday to Sri Lanka for myself and adult children. We wanted a magical holiday and Carmen certainly delivered. The package she put together for us was perfect, even down to birthday cakes for my daughter in each hotel we stayed at. She contacted us during the holiday to make sure all was going well. I found it easy to get in touch with Carmen. Advice was provided as to trips, visas, flights etc. The holiday was also delivered within budget. It was a seamless process from start to finish. I would not hesitate to recommend Carmen. She really does care that your holiday matches your requirements and that you have a great time.
Review by: Elizabeth Fergusson
I’d just like to give a MASSIVE shout out to Carmen (@Travelosophers By Carmen) who sorted out travel and transfers for my daughter who has just move out to San Francisco for nine months, and the subsequent one week holiday (travel, transfer and accommodation), for myself and my son to go and visit her. Carmen has been an absolute star and a huge help at a pretty stressful time, with excellent advice and everything being exactly what we needed - perhaps unsurprisingly I therefore highly recommend Carmen if you ever need someone to help you plan your next holiday. Thanks once again Carmen for all your help 🙏⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Review by: Russell Lew
03/09/2025
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