La Vida Travel are proud to be the first Welsh agency to be crowned Winner of UK’s & Ireland’s Number 1 Agency for 2025
La Vida Travel has now cemented its place in history by securing the prestigious title of Travel Trade Gazette Number 1 Travel Agency in the UK and Ireland for 2025. This is the most prestigious award in the travel industry, with La Vida Travel triumphing over the industry’s biggest names.
TTG Reporter Madeleine Barber reveals what makes this well-established Welsh Agency such an esteemed treasure by stating ‘’ It takes a special kind of business to be named Top Agency in Wales for three consecutive years, yet La Vida Travel has done just that. Now, the store has taken its wins one step further and swiped the trophy for TTG’s No.1 travel agency in the whole of UK & Ireland.
From Beach break to adventure touring, city escape, destination wedding, Ski Getaway to Cruise – there isn’t a holiday these conscientious agents can’t plan’’
Customers Come First
In 2025, the agency’s 13th year in operation, La Vida Travel has one of the highest repeat client booking rates in the travel industry. La Vida’s ‘’Random acts of kindness’ initiative see La Vida Travel stand out from other travel agencies. La Vida gifts beautiful flowers for destination weddings, hampers to repeat bookers and personalised baby gifts when clients expand their families.
Managing Director, Karen Marin Reyes expressed her excitement at La Vida Travel’s continued success, stating ….
‘’Being named the best in the entire UK and Ireland is beyond our wildest dreams. This achievement is a reflection of the passion and commitment our team of 14 brings to work every day, as well as the trust and loyalty we have built with our clients over the years. I often get told I have the happiest, most passionate team but that has only been possible because we have the most lovely, supportive clients who keep on referring us and continue to travel with us. We will continue to celebrate this award by looking at fun ways to thank our La Vida clients.’’
What Sets La Vida Travel Apart?
So, what is it that makes La Vida Travel stand out from other agencies in the UK and Ireland? The answer lies in the La Vida Travel’s team of expert travel consultants who go above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of the trip is thought about for the individual clients. The team know their strengths and have cruise and adventure travel specialists, destination and wedding experts all within the small team. Members of the team have worked abroad or travelled the world and they always believe in honesty is the best policy when speaking about location and hotels. Lisa Miles, Manager of La Vida Travel stated ‘’We want clients to come back and say where next?We often have messages whilst clients are still on holiday and say book us here next year’’
With the team’s infectious energy you can see they love finding a good deal for their clients.
“Our clients are at the heart of everything we do,” said Karen. “We take the time to get to know our clients and understand their preferences, ensuring that we can offer them a fantastic deal and unforgettable travel experiences.”
Proud to be an independent business supporting the community
We’re incredibly proud to share that we’ve raised over £50,000 for some truly deserving local charities! At La Vida, giving back is more than just a mission—it’s a passion. We wholeheartedly believe in making a difference and helping where we can. Over the years, we’ve been honoured to support charities like Ty Hafan, the British Heart Foundation, and so many other charities.
But it doesn’t stop there. In a particularly heartfelt gesture, we donated £21,000 to a wonderful local lady who had suffered life-changing injuries due to a sudden illness. Her strength and resilience were truly inspiring, and we’re so proud to have been part of her journey.
Through our efforts, La Vida has also created unforgettable experiences for children, sending them to EuroDisney and on sunshine-filled beach holidays. Every penny raised is a step toward brightening lives and showing that together, we can bring about real change. Looking ahead to 2026 La Vida are excited to be planning a major charity event-stay tuned for details.
This agency sponsors local football and rugby teams and often plan unique events to give back, with the most recent event being for International Women’s Day where they partnered with the luxury hotelier Domes Resorts. Inviting 35 Welsh Business women to Le Monde’s restaurant in Cardiff where they paid for a Ladies Lunch celebration.
A Bright Future Ahead
As La Vida Travel celebrates its incredible achievement, the agency shows no signs of slowing down. With an ever-expanding list of destinations and services, as well as a commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends, the agency is well-positioned to continue its reign as one of the UK’s leading travel providers.
Looking ahead, the team at La Vida Travel is excited about the future. “The travel industry is constantly evolving, and as much as you read online that people only want to book online, we keep proving that theory wrong! A holiday is such a special part of our lives and our team are dedicated to finding you the perfect holiday for you” said Karen. “This award is just the beginning, and we can’t stop smiling. If you haven’t booked with us yet, I encourage you to give us a try – we are so proud to be a Welsh independent agency that has clients from all over the UK”
For anyone looking to book their next holiday, La Vida Travel offers not only award-winning expertise but also a true passion for travel that guarantees you feeling like your speaking to an old friend who only wants the best for you. La Vida Travel sell package holidays from TUI, Jet2 & EasyJet to bespoke luxury holidays and everything in between. La Vida Travel being crowned No1 travel agency in UK & Ireland means smiles all around and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for this Welsh agency.
La Vida Travel Website https://lavidatravel.co.uk/
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La Vida Travel
14 Corelli Street
Newport
NP19 7AR
01633842277
travel@lavidatravel.co.uk
La Vida Travel
19 Royal Arcade
Cardiff
CF10 1AE
02920 777666
Cardiff@lavidatravel.co.uk
