Take A Gander Travel

20/08/2024

Calling all travellers, past guests, and anyone that loves a deal. Club Med ALL INCLUSIVE experience is a fantastic way to holiday with friends and family. Perfect for multi generational groups! And what’s better is 30% off the price.
Pre-register with me before 20th September and be the very first to jump on this special offer for travel between June to November 2025.

Ask me for more information.

07/07/2024

There’s always Champagne! 🥂

07/07/2024

Today’s is World Chocolate Day.
My favourite chocolate is handmade in Oman! 🇴🇲
Where in the world do you believe the best chocolate comes from? 🌍
Go forth with energy and enthusiasm and wholeheartedly embrace this day! 🍫🍫🍫😉

24/06/2024

A day in India does not start until you’ve had at least one cup of Masala Tea….

We commenced the day with the hustle and bustle of the Victoria fish markets, then explored the colonial era buildings including the magnificent Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus train station which is operational and sees upwards of 3 million people a day utilizing it.

The flower market, fruit stalls, a Tamil shrine.
An enjoyable lunch at the fabulous Mondegar Cafe. Next a drive through of the highest point of Mumbai where 2 bedroom apartments go for $3million USD!!, and an impressive walk around the home where Mahatma Gandhi lived for 17 years.

Today is finishing with a cold Kingfisher beer and a facial.

🇮🇳🙏🩷

24/06/2024

Surrounded by fragrant flowers. Just how I like it. ❤️🩷❤️

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23/06/2024

Have I caught your attention yet? Is a safari now on your travel radar?

The Queens and King of Kenya, Africa.
Maasai Mara really turned on the WOW for my group.
We saw many, many Lionesses throughout our safari which was wonderful to see them thriving, quite often with cubs in tow. The occasional Lion made an appearance too.

23/06/2024

My heart was in my mouth whilst this big daddy male Elephant sauntered right up close to me. It turns out he just wanted to say hello! Doesn’t he have a playful attitude about him?
On the return to our these two Giraffes were twinning the looks, moving in harmony.

22/06/2024

Hanging out with my new friend. Feeling short! 😂

21/06/2024

The glories of Amboseli Park. A wonderful day exploring this small park with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop. Who could ask for more?!

19/06/2024

Our last game drive in the Maasai Mara this afternoon and we managed to tick off the last of the Big 5- the Leopard. Just lounging in the branch with the one leg occasionally slipping off. A very content cat. I love the colour of its eyes.

19/06/2024

Just your “regular day” on Safari in Kenya!
My group and I are travelling just outside of peak season yet the wealth of wildlife has been tremendous- we are so spoilt.
Today’s highlights were witnessing families of Elephants, Maasai giraffes, and the elusive Cheetah Mumma and her 4 cubs!
Saw an actual Zebra crossing too.

If you’ve thought of visiting Africa please reach out. Let me plan the perfect safari for you.

Take a Gander travel adventures

13/04/2024

This Samsonite bag has seen, discovered, explored, worked for a smidge over 20 years without ever failing me. It has been the perfect suitcase.
Over 3,800 flights as a cabin manager of an airline.
As a travel agent and owner over 50 countries with some visited up to 6 times.

However, the last trip the bottom pull out stabilizer fell off and the poor girl is literally on the lean.

The last hurrah! Such a shame they don’t still make this model. I’d buy another in a flash.

What’s your go to brand for reliable luggage?

06/04/2024

Enjoy a 30% discount on this fabulous 18 day small group Premium tour of Italy, Sicily and Malta.
Includes 4 star accommodation
Overnight ferry to Palermo
Breakfast daily, 6 lunches, 5 dinners.
Fully escorted tour
In depth sightseeing and entrance fees.

Was $10,057pp
NOW $6,999 per person.
Only $99 deposit!!!

Must book before end of April 2024 for travel now through to September 2025.

Interested in elsewhere around Europe?
I have plenty of other wonderful suggestions.
Ask me to tailor make your European dream holiday.

31/03/2024

Happy 1st. 😂

Introducing the world’s first Ship n Slide!

An Australian only exclusive new on ship is coming down under! 🔆

Get ready to experience all the thrills while sliding down a 620 metre slide, before relaxing in the ocean with your favourite floatie.

Bring the whole crew and get excited for the new Ship n Slide, only on Royal Caribbean.

Stay tuned for updates.

26/03/2024

CLUB MED
30% off Sale
All inclusive.
Now is the time- call me to book

15/03/2024

I love staying at boutique hotels whenever I can. (Mostly when I’m away for work and without fear of children breaking something. 😂😂) Intimate, uniquely decorated, often family owned or in this case, the most eco friendly hotel in Copenhagen. Just look at the pool area! Who else would like to stay here? 😍…..

14/03/2024

! My first visit and I just fell in love with the architecture and cute little crooked houses. I could stroll around the canals without purpose just absorbing the atmosphere for days. So beautiful. Will see you again in September.

14/03/2024

60 hours of travelling for a total of 72 hours on the ground in Amsterdam.
11 River cruise ship visits.
Trade fair, Master classes. is over.

Was it worth it? YES! 100%. The product knowledge is invaluable. You cannot underestimate knowing a product or destination, rather than “selling” it.

Riverside
Amawaterways
Emerald
Avalon
Uniworld
Nicko
Amadeus
A-Rosa
Viva
Travel Marvel- Polaris
Gregory Chaucer

If you want to know more about my experiences or are considering a European or Douro, or closer to home Mekong river cruise please ASK ME.

I also discovered a beautiful boutique hotel, walked miles, visited Anne Frank Huis, Rembrandts Huis, strolled through the Red light district, and caught up with one of my oldest friends. 🛳️⭐️✈️😀🍾

10/03/2024

Possibly the most beautiful room I’ve ever stayed in. I am SO in love with the decor of this boutique canal front hotel.
Yes, that is a real cat sitting on the couch!

09/03/2024

A quick stopover at the beautifully organic designed and vast 그랜드 하얏트 인천｜Grand Hyatt Incheon. Flew with the precise, extremely efficient Korean Air from Brisbane enroute to Amsterdam for . (More on this to come!)

Korean Air operates from Brisbane and Sydney direct to Incheon on fully serviced flights. Their network is surprisingly large. Did you know you could spend a week skiing in Korea then fly to Honolulu to chill out on Hawaiis Beaches?

offer large, well appointed rooms only minutes from the airport or about 30 minutes from the heart of Seoul. The breakfast buffet was 5 star. And there is a complimentary shuttle every 30 minutes to/from the airport.

As a beach girl, the weather is super cold. I’m wearing about 6 layers of clothing! Hope Amsterdam is warmer??! 😂🤞✈️

14/02/2024

How can this one word sum up my life? ❤️❤️

04/02/2024

“You attract what you fear”.
Me: Oh, overwater bungalow with personal 24/7 butler and waterslide in the Maldives. I’m terrified! 😂😉😉
What do you “fear”?

30/01/2024

This is my happy face when I receive feedback from a new client that experienced her first cruise to NZ.

“I’m so happy with the whole experience and am very grateful for your expertise in helping us choose this cruise and your support throughout the whole booking process, very much appreciated by us both”. 🥰🥰🥰🥰

19/01/2024

What do you think about this list?
Anything you’d like to add or take away?

What did we miss?

19/01/2024

It’s only the beginning of the year yet I am loving this excellent Annual leave hack from Let the scheming begin!

I have stayed at, and throughly enjoyed Club Med properties. It is truly an ALL INCLUSIVE holiday with no nasty bill at the end of the trip. You can shout your friends cocktails all day long. 😂🙌

Choose from Sun or Snow holidays from properties located in wonderful parts of the world - think Maldives, France, Japan, and our perennial favourite Bali and Bintan.

Ask me for further information and availability.

18/01/2024

📸 look at what you’re going to experience on a Virgin Voyages cruise. 🙌⭐️😉

18/01/2024

A bit cheeky or scary! 😬😂

18/01/2024

Come and join my Circle on Virgin Voyages 3 night taster cruise departing and returning ex SYDNEY with a full day port stop at Eden.

This is THE BEST OFFER this brand spanking new ship will release and ends 31st January 2024. You receive 70% off your cabin mate.

The Insiders- no window. From $2482.00 per cabin of 2 people.

The Seaview rooms with a porthole/window from $2732.00 per cabin of 2 people.

Limited view Sea Terrace private balcony cabin from $3038.00 per cabin for 2 people. PLUS receive $100 bar tab.

Enjoy over 20 dining areas, terrific and exotic entertainment, no tipping! And NO kids.

Please message or call me grab your place now.