- About us
Our company
Corsican Places is part of Serenity Holidays, an independent travel specialist with almost four decades of experience. We are delighted to have a team of experts with first-hand knowledge of the island, plus the only direct flight to Calvi from the UK.
Introducing Serenity Holidays
Did you know that we also operate programmes in The Gambia, Senegal, Cape Verde, Goa and Sardinia?
During the past 35-plus years, the owners, Stephen & Sandra Wilde, along with their staff, have developed a vast knowledge of the destinations that we offer.
We are proud to have a fabulous resort team on the ground in Corsica, but our UK-based staff regularly visit the country to ensure they have up-to-date, first-hand knowledge. Some staff members have worked for the company for more than 25 years and have even lost count of how many times they’ve visited our destinations.
Four decades of Serenity Holidays
Serenity Holidays was set up in the late 1980s by Stephen, and initially offered just flights and holidays to The Gambia in West Africa. The Gambia continued to be the main area of specialism for Serenity until 2003 with the acquisition of Sussex-based tour operator, Holiday Places. This then added a range of European destinations to the company, including the island of Corsica.
In recent years, a mix of further acquisitions and organic growth has seen the introduction of Cape Verde, Senegal and Goa, along with Sardinia to the Serenity Holidays portfolio.
Today, Serenity Holidays employs around 50 staff in the UK at our offices in Fareham, Hampshire. While we are still independently owned, Stephen and Sandra have stepped back from the day-to-day running of the company. Managing Director, Chris Ayling, now oversees the daily operation of the business in the UK and in our resort areas.
Reasons to book with us
We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, customer care and treating clients as individuals, both before you travel and while you’re on holiday. From the moment you arrive, you’ll have our resort team on tap to assist you.
Nobody knows Corsica as we do. We offer a wide range of holidays, from hotels to villas, apartments and residences. We are delighted to also offer flights into all four airports in Corsica, from a range of UK airports.
- The widest choice of properties
- A range of durations, three, four, seven, 10, 11, 14 nights + longer stays
- Specialist walking tours
- Multi-centre holidays including Sardinia
- Competitive prices for both holidays and flight only
- Free digital Corsica guide book
- Serenity Holidays
Our awards
FEEFO '10 years of excellence'
A distinguished accolade that highlights our commitment to exceptional customer service.
FEEFO Gold Trusted Service Award
Awarded to Cape Verde Experience in 2024. A wonderful achievement.
FEEFO Platinum Trusted Service Award
Awarded to The Gambia Experience and Corsican Places, a real honour!
Knowledgeable staff
All our staff regularly visit Corsica and have a genuine affection for the country. When you contact our office our staff will use their first-hand experience to recommend the holiday that is best for you. You will even be able to talk to someone who has stayed in the property you are booking.
Careers
We believe that a great team is key to delivering the best experience to our customers, and look for people who share in our passion for providing them with excellent holidays and customer service.
We always welcome applications and CVs for office-based positions, and would particularly like to hear from you if you already have experience in the travel industry. Our offices are based in Fareham, Hampshire, and are just off junction 9 of the M27.
Please visit our parent site Serenity Holidays to view our current vacancies and send your CV.
Why book with us
First-hand
knowledge
Every specialist has travelled extensively to the destinations they sell.
Resort team on the ground
Expert local knowledge and assistance throughout your stay.
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Your money and holiday are fully secured by ATOL and ABTA bonding.
Speak to us in 15 seconds
No endless queues, just real travel experts ready to help straight away.
Built around
you
Itineraries completely customised to your exact pace and preferences.
Genuine
passion
Independent advice driven by love for creating extraordinary trips.
Our destinations
Cape Verde Experience
Goa Experience
The Gambia Experience
Sardinian Places
Explore archaeological sites, sail along the glamorous Costa Smeralda, enjoy hiking through rugged landscapes or simply unwind beside some of Europe’s most beautiful beaches. We can create a personalised itinerary that ensures you have an unforgettable island adventure.