Nicola Ross
23 countries. First-hand knowledge behind every recommendation.
96 resorts & places experienced | 28 hotels & resorts experienced
With first-hand experience across Balearics, Croatia, Bali & Indonesia and Thailand, I help clients choose the right destination, hotel and itinerary.
About Nicola
A little more about me
Based in Stamford, Lincolnshire and Leicestershire, my love for travel took off in 2015 while travelling through Laos and Vietnam with my brother. Immersing myself in local cultures through homestays opened my eyes to the power of authentic travel experiences. Since then, whether exploring the rainforests of Costa Rica or relaxing along the coasts of Croatia and the Balearic Islands, I have combined that adventurous spirit with a genuine appreciation for beautifully designed, luxury hotels.
Now travelling with my husband and our young son, I understand how vital seamless planning is, especially when holidaying with little ones. Having personally stayed at Ikos Resorts in Corfu, I know the difference attentive, world-class family luxury makes. Equally, stays at Anantara in Phuket and SAii Phi Phi Island Village Resort in Thailand have given me deep, personal insight into crafting restorative adult escapes across Southeast Asia, matched closer to home by the timeless elegance of The Berkeley in London.
Whether you are dreaming of a private villa in Bali, an effortless family beach break in the Mediterranean, or an active touring adventure, I focus on the small details that elevate a trip from pleasant to unforgettable. Tell me what you want from your next holiday, and I will use my first-hand experience to recommend the right destination, hotel and itinerary.
Personal experience
Nicola has personally travelled to Bali & Indonesia
23 countries
Countries — Nicola’s experience
Europe & Mediterranean
North America
Asia & Far East
Latin America & Polar
Australasia & Pacific
96 resorts
Resorts and places
28 hotels
Hotels and resorts
- IKOS Resorts, CORFU · Dassia · 2025Best for: Families, Luxury, Groups, Multi-generational, Young children“Great for families”
- Anantara, Phuket · Phuket · 2026Best for: Families, Couples, Young children, Honeymoons, Luxury, Adults only, Over 50s, Multi-generational, Groups
- SAii Phi Phi Island Village Resort, Tambon Ao Nang, Thailand · Koh PhiPhi · 2015Best for: Families, Couples, Young children, Teenagers, Honeymoons, Luxury, Adults only, Solo, Multi-generational, Over 50s, Groups
- Phi Phi Holiday Resort, Tambon Ao Nang, Thailand · Koh Phi Phi · 2026Best for: Couples, Families, Young children, Teenagers, Honeymoons, Luxury, Adults only, Solo, Multi-generational, Over 50s, Groups“Amazing beach location”
- The Berkeley, London, United Kingdom · London · 2021Best for: Couples, Luxury, Adults only, Over 50s“5 star Luxury”
- Pangkor Laut Resort, Lumut, Malaysia · 2014Best for: Couples, Honeymoons, Luxury, Adults only
- Niva Velassaru Maldives, Malé, Maldives · 2018Best for: Couples, Honeymoons, Luxury, Adults only, Over 50s, Multi-generational
- Coworth Park, Sunningdale, United Kingdom · 2021Best for: Couples, Families, Honeymoons, Luxury, Adults only, Multi-generational, Over 50s, Groups
- Hotel de Mar Gran Meliá - The Leading Hotels of the World - Adults only, Cas Català-Illetes, Spain · 2014Best for: Couples, Luxury, Adults only, Groups, Solo, Over 50s
- Hotel Don Pepe Gran Meliá, Marbella, Spain · 2017Best for: Couples, Adults only, Solo, Multi-generational, Over 50s, Groups
- Barceló Portinatx - Adults Only, Portinatx, Spain · 2014Best for: Couples, Adults only, Solo, Over 50s, Groups
- The White Horse Brancaster Staithe, Brancaster Staithe, United Kingdom · 🔁 multiple visitsBest for: Couples, Families, Honeymoons, Adults only, Solo, Multi-generational, Over 50s
- Palmeto Village, Gili IslandsBest for: Couples, Teenagers, Adults only, Solo, Groups
- Mallias Bungalows, Gili MenoBest for: Couples, Honeymoons, Luxury, Adults only, Solo
- Pinewood, Queenstown
- The Fish Hotel, The CotswoldsBest for: Couples, Adults only, Solo, Over 50s
- Sat Bains, Nottingham, United Kingdom · 🔁 multiple visitsBest for: Couples, Adults only, Solo, Over 50s
- Hotel Vincci Selección La Plantación del Sur, Costa Adeje, Spain · 2024Best for: Couples, Families, Teenagers, Adults only, Solo, Multi-generational, Over 50s, Groups
- Secret Garden Eco Pool Villas, Tambon Ko Tao, Thailand · 2019Best for: Couples, Families, Honeymoons, Adults only, Solo, Multi-generational, Over 50s, Groups
- Coconuts Palm Resort, Koh Samui · 2017Best for: Couples, Adults only, Solo, Multi-generational, Over 50s, Groups
- Hotel la Mariposa, Costa Rica · 2017Best for: Couples, Adults only, Solo, Over 50s
- Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines - Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Monteverde, Costa Rica · 2017Best for: Couples, Solo, Adults only
- Burgh Island Hotel, Devon · Cornwall · 2021Best for: Couples, Families, Honeymoons, Luxury, Adults only, Solo, Multi-generational, Over 50s, Groups
- B Hotel, Barcelona · 2016Best for: Couples, Adults only, Solo, Groups
- Casa Malca, Tulum · Tulum · 2022Best for: Couples, Honeymoons, Luxury, Adults only, Solo
- D&D Inn Bangkok, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand · 🔁 multiple visitsBest for: Couples, Teenagers, Adults only, Solo, Groups
- Broken Compass, Gilli T · 2015Best for: Couples, Teenagers, Adults only, Solo, Groups
- Double Six Luxury Hotel, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia · 2018Best for: Couples, Adults only, Luxury, Honeymoons, Over 50s, Solo
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My specialist areas: Balearics, Croatia, Bali & Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, France, Spain, United Kingdom, Mexico, Laos
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