Shelley Brice Travel

16/03/2022

Exciting news today with the announcement of the re-opening of NZ to Australians starting 13 April 2022.
Whether you're looking for an epicurean experience or a family adventure to middle earth, a honeymoon escape, or a golfing getaway, I've got contacts in all corners of the land of the long white cloud who'll turn your getaway into the trip of a lifetime.

It truly is one of the most amazing culturally diverse countries I've ever had the pleasure of exploring.

What's your favourite NZ destination or experience?

Mine has to be the Adventure Capital of the World - Queenstown!

This is where you will find the stunning Relais & Chateaux property at Blanket Bay. Just a 45-minute drive from Queenstown it's the perfect place to explore the breathtakingly beautiful scenery.

Doesn't it look amazing?

📷 Relais & Chateaux

14/03/2022

The Russian and Ukraine crisis has impacted us all in different ways and it’s so hard at times to grasp that we are witnessing this in our lifetime.
What’s been so amazing to see is the heartfelt offers of assistance that many of my connections have been working and contributing to in the background. People-to-people connections and global community support are what matter most right now.
The biggest question has been how to ensure that your donations reach the right people and make the biggest impact where needed most, given that no banks currently work in Ukraine now.
Through my connections with my friend Sebastian Tirtirau and his humanitarian work with The Pilgrim Movement, I thought it was time to share what he is up to on the ground.
Right now, he is extracting refugees at the Romanian border, ensuring they have good accommodation, food, and medical aid. They will then provide transport for these people to Western Europe and Canada.
Just last night they hosted a beautiful family. From Kharkiv. A city of 1.8 million, reduced to rubble. They spent 2 days in a subway, 2 days in the basement of a kindergarten, and then they managed to escape. They had an overnight rest at a friend's house and the following day they headed West. There are so many still out there in the freezing cold.
Sebastian, his brother Christian, and all of their team are truly changing the trajectory of many family’s lives through their relentless efforts.
So, here is my invitation to you - if you are feeling called to make a difference and require surety that your funds will land in the right hands to make an impact then please jump onto this link and pledge your contribution.

https://lnkd.in/gkABGx3y

I can assure you the human connection will extend further than your monetary contribution.

07/03/2022

Long Weekend to all our WA clients!
We hope you are enjoying the beach just like this beautiful Emu strutting along one of our beautiful Coral coastline beaches.

Thanks to my gorgeous friend Caz for sending me this. She is currently touring around WA taking in all the beauty of our state with her hubby and 4 kids in their caravan.
@ 6 of Us, One Van + a Swag

03/03/2022

WELCOME BACK WA!! 🎉🥂
Over the last 2 years while our WA borders have been closed my business has been gently ticking over in the background. Luckily for my Western Australian clients we have had the beautiful South West, Central Coast and Kimberley to take some wonderful adventures to. And, I must not forget the beautiful teams at Ritz Carlton and Como who have been wonderful in accomodating some special "stay-cations" too.
Thank you to all of my wonderful industry partners for making sure my clients have felt super spoilt!

What's bought the most joy for me over the last few weeks is reconnecting with clients and helping them with securing plans for Fiji, Antarctica, Maldives, and Europe for 2022 and beyond. The travel bug has well and truly bitten!

If you are an existing client in my business or are looking for a new advisor to navigate this new period of travel, I invite you to a reconnection/ discovery call. Let's talk about your travel plans and needs and make sure we are the right fit to work together.

You'll find my updated availability on the link below.

https://calendly.com/shelleybricetravel/15min

I look forward to re-opening doors and connections for you in the wonderful world of travel!

SB x

26/03/2021

Are you looking for some travel inspiration to read over the weekend?

The H2O Issue – A Place in The Sun is the March/April edition of Virtuoso life and it has just dropped in.

In this issue of Virtuoso Life Australia/New Zealand there is a focus on a mix of travel opportunities that might be realistic now, as well as farther-flung inspiration for future travel dreams. Feature stories highlight Vietnam’s royal secret and timeless images that capture the soul of a classic Mediterranean escape. Plus, every issue includes cruise and hotel news, insider tips from travel industry experts, the latest development in sustainable tourism, and more.

If you would like a copy please drop me a PM or email [email protected] and I will send an e-copy straight to your inbox.

23/03/2021

Where is the first place you would travel to once our borders are opened and we are permitted to travel?

My choice would be to Tuscany Italy for a 7-night stay at Villa Fontelunga with gorgeous hosts Paolo and Philip.

With spectacular views across the countryside towards the hilltop town of Cortona (think "Under the Tuscan Sun" fame), the Villa is set within an estate of 200 olive trees.
I would time it perfectly to make sure I was there for the private 3-course dinner party they host for their guests.
The "home away from home" hospitality, good food, wine, and the genuine heart-felt connection is the ultimate drawcard to put a stay here at the top of my list.

Can you also imagine how much fun my girls would have for a week with their gorgeous dogs?

So let's share where is top of your list and why?

📷 Villa Fontelunga

19/03/2021

Happy Friday!

Today's inspiration is something that is on my own bucket list. I loved watching Gorillas in the Mist as a young girl and I will fulfill on my dream to go and see these majestic creatures in the wild.

NATURAL HABITAT SAFARIS- ULTIMATE GORILLA SAFARI

Natural Habitat's immersive photo adventures are specifically designed for serious nature photographers! Maximise every possible photo opportunity with more time in the field, ample room for gear, daily workshops, editing sessions, and portfolio review by our professional photographer guides.

Uganda and Rwanda are among the most beautiful countries in Africa. They've designed the itinerary to include exceptionally scenic drives between safari locations, offering a chance to photograph the countryside and small communities along rural roads. And, crucially important, driving allows for maximum photography equipment allowances, which may be restricted on small planes with tight weight limits. Because they do a point-to-point trip from Entebbe to Kigali, there is no backtracking, unlike most other gorilla safari itineraries—which means more diversity for you to see and photograph
-route! And finally, expert photography Expedition Leaders are by your side with personalised tips and instruction, from shot composition to follow-up editing—for photographers of all ability levels!

Trip Highlights

🦍 Four different gorilla-tracking expeditions—two each in Uganda and Rwanda—maximize your time with the last of the world's endangered mountain gorillas

🦍 Look for golden monkeys and complete the primate experience in Kibale National Park with a chance to photograph wild chimpanzees and colobus monkeys

🦍While primates are our focus, a visit Queen Elizabeth National Park where African plains game and predators abound on the Rift Valley savannas

Who else has seeing this experience on their bucketlist?

17/03/2021

Today's inspiration is for all wildlife lovers.

NATURAL HABITAT ADVENTURES have an incredible SNOW LEOPARD EXPEDITION
12 DAYS / APRIL 2022 - LIMITED TO ONLY 7 TRAVELLERS.

Track and photograph the world's most elusive big cats in their native Himalayan habitat, on this small-group winter expedition to the remote alpine heights of far-north India.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
Best Chance to Photograph Snow Leopards

• With top trackers and guides, pursue photos of snow leopards and other Himalayan wildlife such as bharal, urial, ibex, and Himalayan wolves

Seven Nights in the Snow Leopard's Realm
• On this in-depth photography immersion, stay at a private mountain lodge in snow leopard territory, with en-suite facilities for our group alone
Explore Local Himalayan Culture

• Ladakh's austere mountain landscape is steeped in Tibetan Buddhist culture: photograph villages, monasteries, and passes adorned with prayer flags

For pricing and availability contact me at [email protected]

16/03/2021

Take a Peak Tuesday .....

Is Antarctica on your bucket list for the future?

Take a look at the incredible NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ENDURANCE. This truly is the way to tick this destination off in style!

Completed & ready for service. Lindblad Expeditions beautiful, brand-new, purpose-built polar expedition vessel is just WAITING for her moment to shine.
As we await the day her first guests will experience the epic places she will be able to explore - click through below & join our onboard team for this just-released, incredible EXTENDED look at National Geographic Endurance.

National Geographic Endurance is a next-generation expedition ship, purpose-built for polar navigation.
A fully stabilized, highly strengthened, ice-class Polar Class (PC5) vessel, it is designed to navigate polar passages year-round, and safely explore uncharted waters, while providing exceptional comfort. Its patented X-BOW® is key to its design; its powerful wave-slicing action provides an extremely smooth ride in even adverse conditions, and even reduces spray on deck, for superior observation. She carries a full suite of expedition tools and offers a variety of experience-enhancing amenities.

With 126 guests maximum on board she sets sail 9 November 2022.

Live into your future and secure your spot now.
Contact me at [email protected] for cabin availability and costings.

15/03/2021

For those dealing with itchy feet, this week is all about inspiration for the future and exploring foreign shores.

TAHITI TO FIJI: REEFS, LAGOONS & VOLCANIC ISLANDS with Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic.

The archipelagos of the South Pacific have defined our notion of ‘island paradise’ since Robert Louis Stevenson told his tales and Paul Gauguin captured Polynesia in paint.

Sailing from Tahiti’s lush volcanic crags to the sparkling white shores of Fiji, this BRAND-NEW itinerary will offer guests a discovery of fascinating geology and a stunning wealth of bird species and marine life. They will dive or snorkel among underwater canyons and tunnels formed from lava. They will meet island communities, relax on secluded beaches, and explore far-flung reef systems via Zodiac, sea kayak and stand-up paddleboard.

Other highlights include visiting the marae complex of Marae Taputapuātea, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most important cultural sites in Polynesia & witnessing
a dramatic fire walking ceremony in Fiji.

A 14-day experience, this itinerary has three departure dates to choose from – April & September 2022 and March 2023; all utilising the National Geographic Orion (102 passengers) as the base to uncover the true South Pacific.

And with so many incredible photographic opportunities available; you will have access to our Lindblad-National Geographic Certified Photo Instructor AND National Geographic
Photographer on all departures.

This is a perfect opportunity for someone looking to explore this remote region with all the comforts of a beautiful expedition vessel.

📷 Lindblad expeditions

Contact [email protected] for details of dates and pricing.

13/03/2021

Leave the entertaining to someone else this Festive Season...

Enjoy a stress-free Christmas sailing the Whitsunday Islands aboard Golden Horizon - the World's largest rigged sailing vessel. All you need to do is relax, unwind and enjoy the adventure.

22 December 2021 - 6 January 2022.

Starting in Cairns, set sail south along Australia’s iconic East Coast to spend Christmas exploring the sunny Whitsunday Islands – ribbons of white sand, tall palms, and brilliant blue waters.

Discover Brisbane’s paddle steamers, botanic gardens, and the Queensland Gallery of Modern Art before an unforgettable New Year’s Eve watching the fireworks off Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast.

Enjoy New Year’s Day at sea before taking passage to the waters off Coffs Harbour Marina where you might be lucky enough to spot whales in Solitary Islands Marine Park, before ending your adventure in vibrant Sydney.

• 15-night tall ship cruise aboard the NEW Golden Horizon from Cairns to Sydney
• All shipboard main meals
• A selection of beers and wines with lunch and dinner onboard
• Use of onboard water sports equipment including water skis, pico sailboats, kayaks, knee & wakeboards, windsurfing, stand up paddleboards, snorkel gear, a floating island, and trampoline plus noodles for swimming
• Onboard resident destination expert speakers plus cultural performances reflecting the region visited

Enquire now for cabin availability and costings at [email protected].

10/03/2021

Considering what to do for your travels in December 2021 and January 2022 and struggling to find anything available?

Tasmania is calling you....

Coastal Wilderness Expeditions by Small Cruise ship with Coral Expeditions.
Experience Wilderness, Wildlife and Convict History as a perfect option for the True Explorer.

Enjoy excursions or activities each day, guided by expert Expedition Leaders and lecturers provide commentary on culture, history, and the region’s unique geology, plants and wildlife to help you connect with these special places.
Taste Tasmania’s remarkable fresh produce, cool-climate wines, and artisanal spirits throughout your expedition and at special wine-tastings and events.

Dates as follows:

26 December 2020 - 6 nights Sydney to Hobart
(following the race)
1 January 2021 - 16 Nights Circumnavigation of Tasmania
27 January 2021 - 10 nights Coastal Wilds of Tasmania

** Cabin availability is limited please contact me for further information via DM or at [email protected]**

05/03/2021

Calling all adventurous spirits .... this is an exciting announcement!

If nature and adventure is in your blood and you have done Australia to death over the last 12 months then here is an alternative for you to consider for our upcoming winter season and into 2022.

Aurora Expeditions has announced the launch of its
most unique expedition program in Australia, Commonwealth Bay and the Ross Sea (East Antarctica).

The sailings begin from June 2021 and running through until March 2022.

For the first time in Aurora Expeditions’ history, it will offer a full season of immersive, adventurous and off-the-beaten-track voyages in the region, as well as having the most comprehensive and enriching activities program of any operator.

The activity program includes sea kayaking, paddling in clear bottom kayaks, snorkelling (including with Sea Lions in Hopkins Island and Dolphins in Kangaroo Island), scuba diving, shark diving, climbing, helicopter rides over incredible waterfalls and more.

The Ross Sea & Commonwealth Bay will be uniquely accessible from Australia and is being offered exclusively by Aurora Expeditions on a selection of voyages, operating as a round trip from Hobart.

These activity-rich voyages will explore the absolute best of our breathtaking coastlines aboard purpose-built expedition ship, the MV Greg Mortimer.

It will be the first time an X-BOW® passenger ship will sail in both Australian waters and down to the Ross Sea and Commonwealth Bay.

These expeditions go on sale Thursday 11th March 2021, if you are interested in pre-registration please let me know.

01/02/2021

Happy Monday!

Needing some inspiration if you are in lockdown in Perth?

An electronic copy of Virtuoso life is perfectly timed to drop in this week.

Please drop me an email at [email protected] if you would like to receive a copy to keep dreaming of travel.

27/01/2021

FEELING A LITTLE HO HUM ABOUT YOUR TRAVEL OPTIONS FOR 2021?

Why not spoil yourself and your loved one with an indulgent
5-night escape between Como The Treasury and Cape Lodge.

Experience the vibrant cultural heart of Perth with a two-night stay at COMO The Treasury. Following this urban adventure, embark on a three-night coastal exploration of the pristine white sands, serene forests, and endless culinary delights of the South West region.

COMO THE TREASURY
- 2 nights in a Heritage Room
- Breakfast at Post
- Drinks on arrival
- In-room refreshments, movies, and Wi-Fi
- Virtuoso amenities – inclusive
- Upgrade at time of arrival, subject to availability
- Early check-in, subject to availability
- Late check-out, subject to availability
- USD $100 equivalent hotel credit per reservation
- COMO Shambhala gift set
- One-way airport transfer

CAPE LODGE
- 3 nights in a Garden View Deluxe Room
- Upgrade at time of arrival, subject to availability
- In-room refreshments
- Daily country-style breakfast
- Vineyard estate tour and wine tasting
- Sunset picnic hamper with a bottle of sparkling wine
- $100 restaurant voucher in the Cape Lodge Restaurant
- $25 Fraser Gallop cellar door voucher

DISCOVER THE BEST OF WA
Book before 30 November 2021 for stays until 17 December 2021.
Five-night stay from $3,610 for two guests. Rates subject to
availability and conditions apply.

Please reach out via DM or email [email protected] to check your preferred date availability.

09/01/2021

Happy Saturday!

I have always loved planning family holidays and in particular multi-generational adventures. Having the opportunity to plan our family one, in secret with my mum is definitely a memory I will cherish forever. Keeping it a secret for 10 months, with secret nudges, giggles and hints was all part of the fun!

12 months ago today we were about to embark on that "secret" family cruise for my Dad's surprise 70th birthday. Wow, so much has transpired in that last 12 months - who would have ever thought we would be where we are today?

The memories that are about to pop up for all of us will be so much more precious, knowing that there is no timeline for when we can explore shores afar again. We are all so very, very grateful!

So, today I feel inspired to ask you to share some of your favourite photos and memories that you've created with your families and friends. In the hope that it too inspires you to reflect on the great adventures you've had.

Hold tight onto the hope that it won't be too long before we are finally off again ✈️

25/11/2020

Super excited to be diving deep into a virtual roadshow with the Wonderful World of Belmond for the next 2 days!

While we can't travel internationally right now, it's so important for me to maintain my global connections, especially as Western Australia's only Belmond Bellini travel advisor.

I will be connecting with the GM's and sales teams to talk about what's trending in the world of luxury travel and plans for the future.

If you haven't heard of Belmond I invite you to take a look at their 46 iconic hotels, trains, safaris and cruises.

https://www.belmond.com/

Visit the Belmond website to find a luxury hotel or resort, timeless train or river cruise journey, or adventurous safari. Wherever you go, we promise memories to last a lifetime.

30/10/2020

Who thinks this deserves a Friday champers !! 🍾🥂

2 weeks to go - but fingers crossed we can have some loved ones
re-connected, some grand children cuddled for the first time, some FIFO families back together and some business flowing in...

Whooo Hooo !!