It’s a girl! So excited for you both @indiacastledine_quinton and @davidcastledine_quinton - thank you for a lovely day #genderreveal #girl #grandad #nanny #family
The first chance to dance in a while, and what a great experience. Peter Kay’s Dance for Life was an absolute blast. @jasonlawrence165 #danceforlife #London #peterkaydanceforlife
It’s not everyday you discover that you’re going to be a grandparent. Apparently I am not allowed to be “The G-Dog”. So pleased for you both ❤️@indiacastledine_quinton @davidcastledine_quinton #grandad #grandma #Gdog #grandpa
I started life as a bingo caller before becoming a DJ. I worked alongside some great people, including this pioneer… Janice Long. Her short life proves this to me - life is for living, it owes you nothing. So live every ounce of life you have, it’s not a dress rehearsal.
Cheers… Merry Christmas to you all 💙 #blessed #christmas #family
Me: I bet you can't create a festive experience like no other. I mean, like it has to be in a cool space, never used before on a UK holiday park. We need a Christmas market (obvs). Uber cool entertainment. And cocktails to die for.
Away Resorts: Hold my pint.
Me: Speechless
#christmas #spiegeltent #eggnog #awayresorts #holidayheroes @awayresortsholidays
Farewell to Robert Sewell. A quiet holiday park heavyweight.
I was saddened to learn that Robert Sewell (on the left in the photo), former Finance Director of Haven and Park Resorts and co-owner of Golden Sands in Rhyl, recently passed away. He has steered three great businesses to success in his time, but I just wanted to share a little about the man I knew.
At Haven, I was a young GM at the annual conferences when he presented to us all about the "state of the nation". His sessions were always in the graveyard shift for some reason, but as everyone used to shuffle their papers ready for the first pint before dinner, I would listen avidly.
As you would expect, he had a great sense of the metrics, but of equal measure was his awareness of the economy, the people, and the elements that would influence success. It was a masterclass of content. But coupled with his incredibly subtle wit and warm smile, it was well worth giving him your full attention.
I got to know Robert more closely at Park Resorts when I headed up holiday home sales. I don't think he ever knew this, but he was known as Bobby to many of us. It was a term of endearment. That said, he was always so detailed and relentless that soon got changed to "The Bobinator", less a term of endearment and more a mark of respect.
His quiet and harmonious style could leave you thinking he was meek and mild, but he had grit and determination in spades. If you had Robert walking towards your desk, you knew he would be correct, you knew it would need dealing with, and you knew he would be using very long words! As he walked away, I would hear murmurings from my colleagues like, "Carl just got Bobinated". His sharp mind and intelligence left you with nowhere to hide, ever.
Robert was a man that wielded his intellect compassionately and thoughtfully. He always intended to guide you and the business in the right direction. Compassionate and supportive, I don't believe there was anything but generosity and good in him. The sector is better for having had Robert in it, I am better from having known him, and he has touched many people's lives in the same way. We will all miss you Bobby.
Three generations of holiday park operators in one photo. Dad on the left, Grandad on the right and me in the middle. I would like to think we will all leave a legacy in the holiday park sector. Read more here -> https://ecs.page.link/FApRN #AwayResorts #holidayparks #staycation
Holy flippamoley! #london #greenwich #o2arena
I’ll be honest… @cathy.murph and I are a little nervous! #livelife #bestlife #London #holiday #ukholiday
Let’s not get lost in the result. Let’s remember how they played, what they stood for and what they achieved. Football has indeed come home. True role models. I have never felt more proud of this shirt. #england #england🇬🇧 #euro2020 #proud #heroes
Mum and me. Feeling the love 💙 #mum #birthday #daughter
My daughter is 29 today. Should I feel old? Love the fact that her husband is dressed like an elf! #birthdayelf #29 #birthday @indiacastledine_quinton
Meet my 93 year old Grandmother. I had the pleasure of her company today. Her advice has always been “get out and have an adventure”. .
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#grandma #legend #grandmother #keepgoing #lifeisshort
#caravangoals #staycation #cornwall #stives #stivesbay @awayresortsholidays
Hello St Ives! Took the chance to visit our lovely park in Cornwall before they reopen on Monday. People often talk about the beautiful richness of colour in this area. They aren’t kidding! #stives #cornwall #northcornwall #kernow
Drinking champagne is a special moment. It is only opened when there is a reason too. When we do, I always write on the cork why it got opened and keep it safe in my memory box.
Today is an incredibly special day. We are guardians to holiday parks, not owners. I am so proud to say that Away Resorts now looks after St Ives Bay Holiday Park. #stives #cornwall #ukholidays @awayresortsholidays
A fantastic initiative from our People Team this week...
A number of our mums & dads are either furloughed and home schooling or still trying to work and home schooling. We understand how difficult this must be so we’re finding ways to help. Initiatives include flexible working hours, IT equipment and setting up a group to share initiatives to keep those little ones entertained!
As a number of our Holiday Heroes used to be teachers they have formed a support group to help each other and offer advice. What amazing colleagues I have 💙 #HolidayHeroes #AwayResorts #AmazingParents #LoveMyTribe #OneFamily
Where are we heading?
Away Resorts is all about exploring, innovating, creating and being a bit different. I am delighted that this week we kick off project, defining our desire for consistency of performance and clarity of purpose while creating business growth.
The project will help really define the what, the why and the how of Away Resorts... our team members on park and from central support will be at the heart of developing it. Setting our culture, supporting great people and fostering innovation – all with a desire to deliver excellent customer service.
We want our customers to Discover Different... and here is the very first time that concept was scribbled on an iPad. It epitomises our ambition. #HolidayHeroes #DiscoverDifferent #Explorer #Vision #Mission #Values
My 93 year old grandmother has now been vaccinated. When I asked how she felt, she said “perfectly fine thank you, so tonight I will celebrate by drinking a bottle of wine”. #MyHero #Grandma #ThankYouNHS