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A holiday to the USA with my family when I was 16 sparked my interest in travel and I've never looked back since. Many years on and I am a joint owner of a successful and reputable travel business since 2006. I have been fortunate enough to see most of the world throughout my career and I really enjoy planning holidays for my clients to have awesome travel experiences themselves. Trekking the Inca Trail in Peru, South America, and my recent expedition cruise to Antarctica are two of my travel highlights.

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I began work in the travel industry over 26 years ago, and have been a joint owner of a successful travel business for 20 years now. Throughout my career I have been fortunate to travel to many destinations around the world as a single person, with my husband and with my two children. Now that my kids are older, our travel style is changing to suit our needs and ensure all have an enjoyable time. Our goal in planning your travel is to help you create memories to last a lifetime! As for my personal favourite holiday memories, the Pyramids of Giza are truly breathtaking and I love my family holidays to Fiji.

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I've been so incredibly lucky to have travelled to some amazing destinations during my 37-year career in the travel industry. From swimming with friendly sea lions in the Galapagos Islands, to cruising on the Mekong and visiting the local villages - I enjoy experiencing new adventures and cultures. I love to work with my clients to make sure that they have the most amazing and memorable holiday experience ever! My mantra is "Get out there and enjoy the wonders of the world", and if I had to pick a favourite destination, I would say anywhere in the Indochina region.

Email Darienne

Travelling the world has been my passion since an early age. From finding untouched beaches in every corner of the world to trekking through mountains, exploring ruins and ancient sites and immersing myself in different cultures. I relish the chance to travel anywhere that it's possible to travel to, and, of course, making the most of the culinary experience that goes with it!

Travel was the only career I ever considered, fulfilling my desire to create amazing itineraries for anyone wishing to travel - whether they are solo travellers, couples or families who want to be able to experience what our world can offer.

My favourite destinations are South America, Africa and all Asian countries. One of my favourite places is Mancora Beach in northwest Peru. It's an unbelievable hidden surf spot with the best ceviche ever! An absolute must see.

Email Lee

Travelling, to me, is the wonderful pursuit of finding hidden gems, discovering charming cafés, swimming in tranquil blue waters and walking streets paved with history.

It is a remarkable experience, one that is even more enjoyable when shared with others. Seeking new adventures connects us all.

Travelling has provided me with countless amazing experiences, from the bustle of a Moroccan Medina to the bright lights of Vegas. A highlight of my travels was trekking to Annapurna Base Camp in Nepal.

Everyone’s travel dreams are different, but I hope I can help make your travel experience a wonderful experience to remember.

Email Wendy

Travel has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember - literally! I was lucky enough to take my very first overseas trip at just two years old, visiting Fiji, a destination that still holds a special place in my heart.

With my mum being one of the Directors at Home & Afar Travel, I’ve been fortunate to have countless opportunities to explore the world and discover new cultures, experiences and adventures.

While Fiji remains a family favourite, one of my personal highlights has been road-tripping and beach-hopping through Hawaii, soaking up the sun, chasing the coastline, and exploring everything in between.

For me, travel isn’t just about the destinations, it’s about the memories made along the way, the people you meet, and the experiences that shape you. I love sharing this passion with others and helping them create their own unforgettable journeys. 

Email Jonty

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Having worked in travel now for over 30 years, it’s become more than a passion, it’s my life! From working in an office all my career, I’ve recently moved to a mobile role where I can offer a more personalised service to my clients. This has been a game changer for me personally and professionally. My clients love to catch up in their home or over a coffee at a time that suits them.

My clients are all repeat and referral and I really take pride in every booking I make. No matter how big or small the booking, I make all my clients feel important - that’s what brings them back!

Taking the time to listen, offering my own personal recommendations, being efficient and resourceful are all attributes that my clients appreciate.

Even after 30 years I still get a thrill out of planning a dream holiday!

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Having worked in the travel industry for many years, I have had the opportunity to travel to some amazing destinations all around the world! I love learning about the diversity of cultures and have had some very memorable experiences. It is always rewarding to help turn my client’s holiday dreams into reality and build friendships along the way. I love cruising and the concept of unpacking once yet still exploring different destinations. I have been on quite a few ocean and river cruises and have gained knowledge on the differences so can assist my clients in finding the perfect cruise line to suit them and their holiday style.

A travel highlight would definitely be my visit to South Africa and Zambia. Victoria Falls is a natural wonder you just have to see and sipping a G&T whilst cruising down the Zambezi River is one of life's unforgettable experiences.

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My love affair with travel began with my post HSC ‘schoolies' trip to Bali at 18 years of age! The chance to learn about other cultures, see amazing sights and have unique experiences all around the world captured my imagination and I was hooked immediately! After over 20 years creating getaways and organising group tours all around the world, I now combine my love of travel with marketing as the marketing coordinator at Home and Afar Travel. My most memorable travel experience was trekking in Rwanda (four hours through jungle and up a mountain!) to see Mountain Gorillas in the wild. It was super special and still gives me happy tingles thinking of it.

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With over 25 years in the travel industry, I’m a seasoned professional who has explored stunning destinations worldwide. From luxury resorts in Hawaii to the crystal-clear waters of Fiji, the Cook Islands and Vanuatu, my travels span diverse landscapes and cultures. I've ventured through Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Thailand, and the Canadian Rockies, including a memorable journey on the Rocky Mountaineer.

I've navigated Europe’s canals on river cruises, explored Budapest and Eastern Europe and enjoyed the magic of European Christmas markets. With experience in cruises and Intrepid tours, I offer broad travel expertise. My passion lies in creating tailored holidays, whether luxury getaways, cultural immersions or beach retreats. Favourites include Hawaii, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Western Australia, Ireland and European river cruising.

I’m dedicated to making clients’ travel dreams a reality, ensuring stress-free, unforgettable journeys with exceptional service every step of the way.

Email Kylie

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Who doesn’t love a holiday! I caught the 'travel bug' from a young age after travelling around Europe and the USA with my parents, from then on I knew I had to have a career in travel.

Here I am now, with over 25 years in the industry, and I feel very lucky to have chosen this path. I've experienced some amazing places and met fabulous people along the way. I love planning and getting caught up in the excitement of booking holidays, but I think one of the best things is hearing from my clients on their return about the wonderful experiences and adventures that they themselves have made.

Every holiday is special and unique! I'm here to guide, advise and listen to my clients needs, wishes and expectations - then make them come true!

Over the years I've been lucky enough to travel to many places including China, Europe and USA a few times, South America, Samoa, Canada, Bali, New Zealand, Thailand, Fiji, Japan, Sri Lanka and many places in our own beautiful backyard (Port Douglas being a favourite). Most recently I travelled with my husband on an epic ocean voyage via South Africa to Europe, then on to tick off a couple of bucket lists, Egypt and Turkiye (Wow & Wow!). It was an amazing trip and the memories made are priceless.

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I have been a travel consultant for over 20 years. I get so much enjoyment helping my clients put together their dream holidays and, in the process, getting to know them as well. Every client is different, so holiday needs can differ. 

I have many favourite holiday experiences like swimming with turtles in Samoa, seeing the spectacular Taj Mahal in India, Lake Louise in Canada and the beautiful island of Santorini in Greece. Skiing is one of my big passions. We have skied in many places around the world and two of my favourites are anywhere in Japan and Whistler in Canada. 

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Having been in the travel industry for more than 36 years and visited an array of incredible destinations, I’ve gathered a wealth of first-hand travel advice that I love sharing with my clients.

Despite all my travels, or perhaps because of them, I can never pick just one favourite destination. Every place is unique, and that’s part of the reason I love exploring new spots. In fact, I feel like every holiday I take changes me in some way, thanks to the experiences I have while traveling. That’s one of the reasons I keep exploring.

I truly value my clients. Many of them are family or friends, but even those who start out as strangers become friends over time. I love helping them plan their vacations and offering tips from my own holiday experiences. I also enjoy researching destinations I haven’t visited yet and hearing about my clients’ travel stories when they return.

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