Work hard; play hard. That’s the universal travel agent’s motto, right? RIGHT! Yes, you love to make other people’s dreams come true, but sometimes it’s nice to pack your bags and set off on your own adventure too.
Famils are going strong (shout out to all the wonderful companies that you sell) and we love to see your happy little faces while overseas.
That’s why we’re bringing you a weekly famil wrap, so we can all have a nose as to what you’ve been up to and to give you some extra bragging rights, because, let’s face it… the travel industry is the best industry in the world? #travelforlife
Can you spot yourself or someone you know?
TravelManagers’ Portuguese Festa
At the small town of Pinhao during a morning cruise on the beautiful Douro River with its steep terraced hills. L-R: Christie Gowan, Carli Hester, Teresa Reyes, Stacey Farnham, Kirsty Mckenzie and Allen Suss
Nine days exploring the highlights of Portugal was an appealing prospect for six personal travel managers (PTMs) who signed up to represent TravelManagers on a recent Back-Roads Touring famil.
From trying their hand at ceramic tile painting to learning how to create some of Portugal’s most beloved dishes, the famil was a chance to get to know the real Portugal beyond the major cities and experience authentic culture and cuisine.
The famil, which was hosted by Kate Doherty and Mikaela Toze from Back-Roads Touring, began in the capital city of Lisbon and visited Alvados, via the charming fishing town of Nazaré, Guimaraes, a UNESCO World Heritage listed city and ended in Portugal’s second largest city, Porto.
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PTM Takes the High Ground in Nepal
PTM Kate Bevan was happy to brave the early start to watch the sunrise over the mountains at Sarangkot near Pokhara
Watching the sun rise over the Annapurna Range in Nepal’s adventure capital of Pokhara was a suitably momentous conclusion to 18 unforgettable days in South Asia for TravelManagers’ Kate Bevan.
Bevan’s week in Nepal began in the capital city, Kathmandu, where she explored some of the city’s most significant landmarks.
Bevan was then thrilled to have a scenic flight that offered panoramic views of the Himalayas, including around Mt Everest, included in her itinerary. Back on the ground, she travelled to Royal Chitwan National Park, where she explored the park by canoe, jeep safari and evening jungle walk, accompanied by expert guides. Bevan also experienced a taste of Nepalese culture with a visit to a Tharu village, a traditional bullock cart ride to her hotel and a stick dance performance from local farmers.
200 kilometres west of the Kathmandu Valley, the city of Pokhara is renowned for its idyllic setting, surrounded by several beautiful lakes and the snowy peaks of the Himalayas. As well as her sunrise vigil, Bevan spent her time in Pokhara exploring the city and soaking up the spectacular scenery.
Bevan says she would love to one day return to Nepal and would ideally allow herself at least two weeks to fully appreciate everything this fascinating country has to offer.
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P&O Cruises’ Flagship Achievers celebrate success
The top 20 Flagship Achievers travel agents and their guests with P&O Cruises Business Development Manager NSW Jessica O’Brien, P&O Cruises Business Development Manager NSW Angus Mackay, P&O Cruises Business Development Manager QLD Richard Waugh and P&O Cruises Business Development Manager New Zealand Gabby Oliver.
P&O Cruises rewarded the winners of its 2019 Flagship Achievers annual incentive program with a cruise on Pacific Explorer.
Twenty agents from around the country enjoyed an exclusive dinner in Sydney CBD before joining Pacific Explorer on her three-night Australia Day Main Events cruise.
Now in its fifth year, Flagship Achievers gives consultants the opportunity to redeem cash and Visa gift cards when they earn over 40,000 points from booking guests on P&O Cruises.
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MTA’s elephant in the zoom
Maria Turra – South Africa Study Tour – Jan 2020
We’re not 100% sure if MTA – Mobile Agents’ Advisor Maria Turra was simply posing for a happy snap or she was completely aware that a fully-grown African bull elephant – average weight 7 tonnes – was creeping up behind her during a visit to the world-famous Kruger National Park in South Africa.
Maria visited the game reserve as part of a Singita ‘Ultimate Southern African Safari Experience’ with featured accommodation including the Singita Pamushana Lodge in Zimbabwe and the Singita Ebony Lodge and Singita Lebombo Lodge in the Kruger National Park.
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Craving a break?
Check out these special agent offers from Greece & Mediterranean Travel.
Classic Turkey – 6 November 2020
This 10‐day tour of mainland Turkey covers the most important sites, such as Istanbul, Gallipoli, Cappadocia and Ephesus. Normally $1507 per person twin share, eligible agents will get this amazing package for $550 net, with a partner price of $750. (Single supplement $150 net)
To be eligible for this reward you must make at least one booking to Turkey with Greece & Mediterranean Travel Centre
Egypt – Self-educational
Get a 20% discount for you and your partner on any packages featured in the 2020 Egypt brochure! All you have to do to qualify is book any trip to Egypt with Greece Mediterranean Travel Centre.
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If you’ve been on an epic famil recently, be sure to send us the information and some photos for a feature in our weekly famil wrap. Email us at editor@karryon.com.au