Immersive Travel Specialist * Global Travel Specialist * Personal Travel Designer
03/02/2025
Timeless elegance on the rails!
Step aboard the Britannic Explorer, A Belmond Train and journey through Britain in ultimate style.
Where every moment is pure luxury and the journey is just as impressive as the destination itself.
Britannic Explorer offers 3-night itineraries to Cornwall, Wales, or the Lake District, all providing guests with unrivalled access to the country’s most exclusive houses, gardens, venues and experiences with a focus on creativity, art and wellness.
Do you want more information. Get in touch today..
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31/01/2025
Shhh 🤫 - it’s a secret but I’m sharing it with my wonderful travellers. You really need to get to this part of Greece before the crowds do.
Just a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Athens – Messenia’s soft-sand beaches, iconic olive groves, world-class golf courses, and nature-trail networks are luring those in the know to the heart of the Peloponnese.
Mandarin Oriental added to the already exquisite offerings of Romanos in Costa Navarino, providing more idyllic options for the astute traveller, opting for less crowds and a deeper connection and immersive holiday.
I make travel dreams come true.
Whether you’re planning, going, or just dreaming (for now), I’m here for you.
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31/01/2025
Come with me to a Scenic Travel Lounge session and receive a BONUS when you book your next saling with me.
18 Feb - Northern Beaches (Collaroy) Long Reef Beach Golf Club
Explore in Scenic's offrings ina relaxed and knowledgeable setting. Just let me know what you want to attend and I'll take you with me.
* Highlights of Scenic Europe River Cruising - 12:30 - 1:30PM
* Scenic Eclipse Worldwide ocean cruising . Featuring: Australia, South Pacific and Asia Voyages - 2:30 - 3.30PM
* Scenic Eclipse Polar expedition featuring Antarctica, South Georgia and Easy Antarctic voyages 4:30 - 5:30PM
Get in touch and lets make a special day with the experts planning your next adventure. Don't wait too long - these sessions do fill quickly.
30/01/2025
It’s Friday … and who feels fabulous?
There is nothing I love more than green …. Maybe Edinburgh too. This incredible luxe boutique property covers all my loves. The 100 Princess Street is elegant, historic and meticulous with every detail. It’s the kind of property you can ask for an Angus beef burger at 3am and it’s yours - you get my drift? It has that “anything, anytime” service I love in modern 21st century luxury properties. Plus you have a bounty of Edinburgh’s best on your doorstep.
I absolutely love the Isobel Signature Suite I have pictured here and this is where I will be staying when I go to Edinburgh…. Or the Executuve Castle View (last image) isn’t bad either.
I think out of the 30 unique rooms and suites at this property, whatever you choose is a great choice.
27/01/2025
Who remembers my AMAZING Trip to Norway last year - On board the Hurtigruten Ship MS Kong Harald? I felt like I was on top of the world 🌍 - a must do adventure.
Hurtigruten have 3 days left on their no solo supplement offer! This means they don’t charge you extra to travel as a solo!
And it is valid on select Original Voyages and Signature Voyages.
The Coastal Express (12 days)
The Coastal Express - to the Viking Capital (11 days)
The Coastal Express - North (7 days) this is the one I did.
The Coastal Express - South (6 days)
I think I would fly back just to eat that King Crab again 😋.
Get in touch and let’s lock in this adventure ..
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24/01/2025
🏂 Listen up skiers and snowboarders 🎿
Qantas has announced direct seasonal flights from Sydney to Sapporo’s New Chitose Airport!
From 15 December to 28 March 2026, QF107 will operate three times per week, departing on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Time to start planning your winter adventure in Japan’s snowy paradise!
Get in touch to start locking in your next ski trip to Japan..
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24/01/2025
Do you want a quick escape in February?
Shangri-la The Marina Cairns
Stay 3, Pay 2
Offer Includes:
* Book 2 nights and receive a complimentary 3rd night
* Complimentary room upgrade, at the time of booking
* Daily breakfast for 2 adults in our waterfront restaurant The Backyard
* Early check-in or late check-out, subject to availability
* Hotel credit USD 50 per stay
* VIP welcome amenity
* Dedicated concierge to handle requests
* High-speed, unrestricted Wi-Fi and broadband internet access
Only Valid for Travel in February 2025
Room upgrades apply to selected room categories at the time of booking and is subject to availability.
Get in touch to make your booking.
23/01/2025
🎉 WIN A TRIP TO SOUTHERN USA! 🇺🇸
Choose your southern sound track from the itineraries below and share in 100 words or less which of the 2 itineraries below speak to you musically and why. You’ll be in the running to win 2 Flights to Southern USA.
Good luck. 🤞🎶🎸
Jazz flourishes in the cities like Charleston, while bluegrass echoes through proud communities and festivals statewide. Country music reflects our Southern heritage, and all of it brings us together through the sharing of rhythms and stories.
13/01/2025
5 star immersive cruising.
Crusing with Windstar is something special - a fleet of six yachts - which each carry only 148 to 342 guests to more than 150 ports around the world. Not only does this mean no lines or waiting, but the relatively small size of these yachts also mean you can sail right into the tiniest of hidden coves, up to the heart of Old World villages and into little-known harbours off limits to larger ships.
It is an elegant, relaxed kind of luxury; with no formal nights. It is an intimate experience allowing you to share stories with like-minded fellow cruisers, visit the Open Bridge for a chat with the Captain, discover new cultures or just enjoy another spectacular sunrise over the bow.
Don’t just travel there - experience it.
Get in touch for more details..
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11/01/2025
Luxury redefined. Minimalist luxury meets breathtaking natural beauty at Vietnam’s newest retreat - Garrya Mu Cang Chai.
Vietnam continues to be one of my most favourite destinations to share with my clients. And this retreat in Vietnam’s Northern Highlands offers an exciting new immersive and cultural opportunity to include in your journey.
Highlights for me would be:
Scenic location:
Situated in the heart of Mu Cang Chai, a UNESCO-recognized area renowned for its breathtaking terraced rice fields
-Wellness focus:
Extensive wellness offerings include yoga, meditation, hydrotherapy, and signature spa treatments tailored to rejuvenate the body and mind
- Culinary experiences:
From wellbeing-focused cuisine to vibrant open-kitchen dining, guests enjoy a variety of thoughtfully crafted dishes using fresh, organic ingredients
- Immersive local adventures:
Trekking and cultural tours provide opportunities to explore Mu Cang Chai’s rich heritage and natural beauty
- Eco-conscious design:
Sustainability and minimalist aesthetics blend seamlessly, offering luxury without compromising the environment
Don’t just visit Vietnam - experience it..
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30/12/2024
Country Roads of Switzerland
14 Days
Zurich to Zurich
Luxury Gold available.
Immerse yourself in the unparalleled luxury of Switzerland’s natural beauty on this exquisite 2-week guided journey. From snow-dusted peaks to flower-filled valleys, this tour showcases the essence of Swiss grandeur. Begin in Lucerne, a storybook city adorned with wooden bridges and baroque churches, before ascending the summit of Mount Stanserhorn, where breathtaking views extend as far as France and Germany.
Explore the charm of Bern with a Local Expert, who will unveil the city’s architectural treasures, including its majestic cathedral. In Gruyères, savor the allure of this medieval gem before boarding the legendary Glacier Express. This glass-topped train glides through the heart of the Alps, offering unparalleled vistas of the Oberalp Valley en route to Grindelwald, an enchanting alpine village framed by cascading rivers and majestic waterfalls.
Indulge in the alpine elegance of St. Moritz, where your mountain railways pass grants access to an array of cable cars, funiculars, and chairlifts, unveiling the peaks in effortless style. Conclude your journey with an intimate farm-to-table dining experience, featuring the freshest local produce and artisanal Swiss cheese—a celebration of the country’s culinary heritage.
Reflecting on 2024, I feel incredibly lucky to have experienced some amazing travel adventures, both for work and with my family. This year took me to Bali, Nusa Lembongan, Hawaii, Fiji, and the breathtaking landscapes of Norway. Just wow!
💗 Amended to include some fabulous local trips too:Palm Cove, Tasmania and the Great Ocean Road (via 2 fave places Nimmitabel and Wagga)
One of the highlights? An unforgettable journey with to chase the Midnight Sun. Standing at North Cape, the northernmost point of mainland Europe, was a grounding moment like no other. And just when I thought it couldn’t get more surreal, I found myself by a serene lake in Kirkenes, only a few kilometers from the Russian border. These moments of connection and reflection are what I love most about travel.
As we step into 2025, I’m thrilled to share new opportunities for slow travel, combining my passion for immersive and cultural experiences. Let’s make the journey just as meaningful as the destination. 🚶♀️✨
29/12/2024
🥇 Did you know I’m a certified Gold California Advisor? 🥇
That means I’ve completed Visit California’s expert training program and explored the Golden State firsthand on multiple adventures!
On my latest trip, we cruised the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, made a pit stop at the unforgettable Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo (you have to see it to believe it), ventured through Death Valley, hit up Vegas, and swung back through Joshua Tree to my favorite escape: Mission Beach. 🌊
California is so much more than where your plane lands—and I’m sure I can even show you a side of LA, Anaheim, and beyond that you never knew existed.
Speaking of hidden gems, let’s step back to check out the fabulously tacky Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo! This 1950s motel is pure retro magic, from its over-the-top decor to its Insta-famous pink tennis courts. 🎾 Pack your cutest tennis gear—it’s worth it.
Who’s ready to explore California like never before? 👏
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A quick overnight in Oslo to catch my 6.25am train to Bergen - The Comfort Hotel Grand was an excellent choice. 🩷
I love it when I find a hidden gem! Hau Tree in Honolulu for dinner excited me beyond belief on my recent trip. Part of the Kaimana Beach Hotel in O’ahu’s Gold Coast this seaside eatery practically has your toes in the sand whilst eating fresh fare from Hawaii. I’ll be back.
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The Reef House - Palm Cove. So many words come to mind when I think about this place but it really is a place where everyone is made feel special. From fabulously appointed rooms, refreshing and relaxing pools, yoga, bike riding, cocktail classes and informative wine tasting to afternoon sorbet by the pools and canapés and cocktails at the Brigadier’s Bar to the luxurious spa. But to me it is the service from each and every staff member that will stick with me. 💗
The perfect mini break designed just for you. Get in touch today.
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“Live life with no excuses, travel with no regret” – Oscar Wilde
My passion and my specialty is helping travellers get the most of their experience but with minimal impact. I believe in responsible, sustainable, ethical tourism which benefits the people & the environment visited but ultimately provides you with a more authentic, more enjoyable and memorable holiday.
Travel is my life, and I love it. That’s why I’m here! There are so many reasons to travel, so many destinations and so many decisions. Traveling alone, with family, for wellness, sports, or just to be anywhere but home. All wonderful reasons, but let me help you make each and every journey a contender for the “what was the best moment of your life question”.
I have a wide range of knowledge and experience in the tourism industry. After completing a degree in Business with an emphasis in Hospitality and Tourism, I have spent over a decade working in related industries, including hotels, national tourism boards, retail & wholesale travel agencies. And, of course, I have done my fair share of travelling myself.
In the last few years I have been all over UK, North America, Asia, and our own gorgeous Australia. On my most recent trip, I took my family on holiday, touring England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. I also have a standing appointment every few years for a girls’ trip to New York.
On all of my travels, I like to seek accommodations, tours and attractions that are dedicated to treading lightly on our environment. I prioritize locally-run tours and community-based activities that support the economies, cultures and the environment of the host community. This is all part of my mission to journey with maximum benefit, maximum enjoyment, and maximum adventure with minimum impact.
I am proud to be backed by Travel Counsellors. We provide you with 100% financial protection and use state-of-the-art technology for your booking. My promise to you is that your booking is always personal and individual.
As your personal Travel Counsellor advisor, I’m available to discuss your next adventure at a time and place most convenient to you – we can even meet at your favourite coffee shop!
Whether it’s for business, pleasure, or doing good in the world, I look forward to hearing from you.
Immersive Travel Specialist * Global Travel Specialist * Personal Travel Designer
