Testimonials

You collectively planned and implemented an ambitious trip visiting a lot of gardens, covering a lot of miles, in a way that insured we would both enjoy all the gardens, and overall feel safe and well taken care of.
Marsha Douma, USA

Hi Jan and Dawn, I just spoke to the client. First they want to compliment all the drivers and guides, especially Chris. They thought they were outstanding. They had a wonderful trip.
Susan Glover, Favorite Place Travel, USA

Thank you for putting together a fabulous itinerary for my clients. They had a wonderful time.
Heather Konigsbauer, World's End Adventures, USA

[Our clients] absolutely enjoyed everything. A job very, very well done to you and all of your team! Thank you, once again! This certainly won't be our last collaboration!!"
Denise Marinucci-Nicholson, Antilia Travel, USA

Dear Dawn, thank you very much for your absolutely wonderful work in organizing our pilgrim tour through England. Everything was simply wonderful, and I am so happy to find you as a good and reliable partner in England.
Fr. Ilya Gotlinsky, Orthodox Tours, USA

Hi Dawn, I think this trip has been one of [our clients'] favorites and they would love to go back one day. Thanks so much for all of your assistance.
Jennifer at Planes, Trains & Kids Travel, Canada

Diolch yn fawr, iawn for another wonderful Welsh Heritage Week, and for the lovely pottery mug from Nant Garw. I loved every minute of our time in Wales, as always, and it was good to see you at Pontypridd.
Karen Conley, USA

If you are thinking about a trip to Wales, talk to Janet Redler Travel. I have used this company for many years. They are wonderful to work with and always have great suggestions.
Beth Landmesser, Group Tour Organiser, Pennsylvania, USA

Hi folks, David was fantastic and Stonehenge was absolutely amazing!! Thanks to all of you who made our 3 1/2 weeks SO memorable!!
Beth Hensley, USA

We received some feedback from Kimberly that I wanted to pass along to you. They said they had a fabulous time on their Cardiff food tour and Sian was wonderful! Thanks again for sourcing this great alternative for them!
Tenon Tours, Delaware, USA

Hello Janet, Daniel and team! Thanks very much for your help and wonderful service with Karen and Tom’s Heritage Trip of Wales and the Cotswolds.
Martha Henderson, Gravitate Travel, Canada

Our driver was Chris and we cannot sing his praises enough. Not only was he personable, flexible and knowledgeable, but he went above and beyond, researching my heritage in the evenings and leading us to spots we'd never have found on our own.
Karen Charnell & Tom Tredway, Canada

Thank you again so very much. You have lightened my concerns and made each transaction that I've had with you go exceptionally smoothly. I am very grateful to you for this.
Charlene Brewer, Triple Crown Vacations, USA

We love Shannon and now you! Will absolutely recommend. Truly you have rescued my husband’s first time abroad and this rare and important time for our family.
Laura Braam, Small World Big Fun traveller, USA

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Tailor made tours of the UK and Ireland & destination management services

With over 40 years’ experience arranging travel all over England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland, for clients across the world, Janet Redler Travel is well placed to deliver tailor made tours and destination management (DMC) services for you or your group.

We have designed tours of all sizes, from family vacations to groups of over 100, as well as tours for solo travellers. If you’re looking for an unforgettable holiday, an academic voyage of discovery or on-the-ground support for a business visit to the UK, we can help.

Whether you're interested in castles and museums or gardens and galleries, we have the local knowledge to create the perfect itinerary. We also offer special interest tours for all tastes, from food and wine to concerts and opera, and from pilgrimages to steam trains! In addition, our experience of the finest hotels and the best restaurants means that our luxury tours are second to none.

So, whatever UK or Irish tour you are looking for, why not contact us to find out what we can do for you?

Meet the team

Janet Redler Travel has four directors: Janet Redler, Nick Bardsley, Neil Redler and Dawn Redler. Janet Redler and Nick Bardsley, who originally set up the business, have been in the trade for many years. Neil and Dawn Redler, Jan's son and daughter-in-law, both have a backgound in the Forces and bring additional energy and enthusiasm, as well as significant organisational experience, to the company. The skills each director offers means we can truly claim "Relax, you can do no better!"

Janet

jredler@janetredlertravel.com

Janet Redler is our Managing Director and, with Jan at the helm, you can have complete peace of mind that your tailor-made tour will be planned to the smallest detail. Passionate about service, Jan isn’t satisfied unless she exceeds your expectations!

Jan has designed tours for travel writers, including from the New York Times and English Garden, individuals, couples, groups of friends and family, and large groups too, some with exacting briefs and others who give a flavour of the tour they would like and Jan takes care of the rest.

Jan’s knowledge and attention to detail means that people come back time and again, with a high proportion of tours booked through personal recommendation.

Most Unusual Tour Planned (so far) – An ancestral tour for ‘Cedar the Welsh Corgi’ from Florida. Alas, no royal bloodline was found!

Scariest Moment – ‘Coasteering’ whilst conducting a radio travel broadcast for Radio Canberra, Australia.

Most Rewarding Moment – When the US Consul General came to listen to a US Youth Choir at Stormont Parliament Buildings, Northern Ireland, during their 2013 tour.

Nick (BA (Hons) Oxon D.M.S.)

nbardsley@janetredlertravel.com

With a background at a senior level both in private business and public administration, Nick is our Company Secretary and Chief Financial Officer, overseeing the administration and the finances of the business. As an academic historian who studied at Oxford University in England, Nick takes the lead with our heritage tours, and Nick may be just the contact you need to research your family's roots in the UK and Ireland. When he isn’t busy in the office, Nick is helping his local community as both a councillor and as vice chair of the village hall where he lives.

Dawn

dredler@janetredlertravel.com

As Director of Business Development, Dawn is responsible for organising our day-to-day business and ensuring that everything is ready for our clients' tours. Dawn spent over 23 years in logistics and planning, two key areas of the travel business, before retiring from the Forces and joining Janet Redler Travel. Dawn's experience and organisational skills are a real asset to our team! When away from work, Dawn enjoys roller derby, a sport that originated in the United States but which is growing quickly in the UK and Europe, as well as travelling with her family.

Neil

nredler@janetredlertravel.com

Born and raised in Blaenau Ffestiniog, North Wales, Neil has also lived in Yorkshire, Suffolk and Cyprus, but is now settled in Shropshire with his wife Dawn, daughters Rhiannon and Bethan, and dogs Roman and Holly. Neil is our Director of Operations and has responsibility for overseeing and supporting our group operations team. Neil worked in logistics and supply chain management in aviation for 25 years before joining the family business. Out of work Neil enjoys cycling, walking, rugby and football, but this is more watching than playing these days.

Charlotte

cbutler@janetredlertravel.com

Charlotte has excellent administrative skills and in her role as Travel Advisor helps to ensure that our tours are delivered successfully. Charlotte studied travel and tourism at college, so is familiar with all aspects of the industry, and has worked in a number of customer-facing roles. In her spare time, Charlotte loves to read and enjoys finding new walks and places to visit, as well as spending time with her family and her little niece.

Jan

jashley@janetredlertravel.com

Our Head of Business Development Jan has a background in hospitality and the veterinary industry, moving from a love of food and animals to nurture her passion for travel. Jan enjoys travelling the world, having been to 25 countries and spent five years living abroad, and delights in exploring new places. Now back and settled in the UK, Jan likes having adventures with her Staffy terrier, Max, spending time with family and having fun with her little nephews.

Daniel

djasper@janetredlertravel.com

As Travel Advisor, Daniel wants to ensure everyone gets the most enjoyable trip possible. Daniel has always enjoyed travelling, both inside and out of the UK, and so brings all this experience to his role. Outside of work, Daniel likes to be around his two dogs, Coco and Rosie. He also has a big passion for aviation and geography, and can name every country, capital, and flag of the world!

John Colclough, Genealogist

We work with a range of experts to deliver our tours and that includes professional genealogist John Colclough. John is based in South Wales and researches projects across the UK and Ireland for clients from all over the world, as well as accompanying families on visits to their ancestral places. After retiring from nursing, John completed a Genealogy Post Graduate Qualification which, adding to 35 years researching his own family history, spurred him into his second career. When not working, John plays field hockey and enjoys walking with his wife, and Eva the Jack Russell terrier.