Welcome to Geelong Travel, where your journey begins
Geelong Travel is an award-winning travel agency that continues each year to deliver incredible standards for our discerning travellers. As a private family business, great service is at the heart of everything we do. Specialising in cruising, coach tours, river cruising, independent journeys, group experiences, leisure & corporate travel.
Our leisure experts are here to assist you every step of the way for your next adventure. As the most experienced travel agents in the region, our expertise is second to none. We ensure that your journey is everything you want it to be.
Our dedicated corporate consultants specialise in the fast-paced world of business. Their efficiency and attention to detail is of the highest standard. They understand that you need an expert who truly understands the power of relationships and the value of excellent service.
Your journey begins with us.
Helen Paulus, Retail Office Manager
Why I love travel: I love working in the industry as it’s so diverse. No two holidays are the same. Meeting new and looking after old clients, helping plan their itinerary and then hearing about the holidays is so fulfilling.
Years of experience: 36
Favourite destination: Europe in general and cruising the beautiful rivers.
I specialise in: Europe and North America..
Highlight from my most recent trip: APT Portugal and Douro River cruising and tour. A traditional Portuguese dinner at the Alpendurada Monastery, a beautiful 14th century convent with panoramic views over the river.
Belinda Coffield, Senior Travel Consultant
Why I love travel: I am passionate about exploring places I have never been, it is such a beautiful feeling of accomplishment seeing something for the very first time. But ultimately it is the incredible feeling of having a lifetime of memories around the world that I love about travelling the most.
Years of experience: 17 years.
Favourite destination: Greek Islands, Paris & New York.
I specialise in: Corporate & Leisure travel
Highlight from my most recent trip: Travelling to Argentina, Bolivia and Peru, seeing Machu Picchu was just stunning!
Rita Carlini, Travel Consultant
Why I love travel: Travel broadens your mind and opens it up to many new experiences. I love exploring new traditions and enjoying all the culinary delights that each culture offers.
Years of experience: 40
Favourite destination: Venice/Paris/Dubai – It’s impossible to choose a single one.
I specialise in: Planning trips to Europe and Canada Alaska. Helping people realise their dreams.
Highlight from my most recent trip: Flying to Istanbul and enjoying the buzz of the Grand Bazaar and Spice Market. I then boarded the Island Sky and began our adventure to Gallipoli – Ephesus. I felt I was walking back in time, such different destinations with such a diverse and different history.
Venice is like no other city, on a balmy summer night with new found friends, we sat on St Marks Square listening to the orchestra playing songs from years gone by. Basking in the atmosphere enjoying a drink, we realise that this experience is costing us way too much, but order another anyway.
Mary Anawati, Travel Advisor
Why I love travel: I started working for Lufthansa airlines at the age of 18. I continued working for various Travel Agencies in Australia. I love the interaction with clients, I love to seek out their experiences. It gives a great thrill when they return from their holiday and they share their discoveries with me. I speak six languages: French, Italian, German, Greek , Arabic and English.
Years of experience: 42
Favourite destination: Europe / Egypt / Greece – Hawaii and Thailand
I specialise in: travelling throughout Europe especially France and the Greek Islands
Highlight from my most recent trip: Greek Islands and two cruises around Italy, France, Spain and Greece
Leanne Heath, Travel Advisor
Why I love travel: Travel is infectious every holiday is different, you make your own experiences from the destinations you visited. I love the industry as I get to make my clients dreams become a reality with life long memories.
Years of experience: 16
Favourite destination: There are so many different destinations I have visited no particular favourite as they are all different for their own reason. I have travelled to many parts of Europe including the beautiful river Cruise up the Rhine & Moselle Rivers. I have also travelled to Asia extensively and enjoyed the well kept secret of Sabah where the orangutans are rehabilitated and released back to the wild. I travelled on Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas showcasing New Zealand best including base jumping of Sky Tower in Auckland “what a View” of the city an experience I will always remember.
I specialise in: All things retail travel, helping fulfil lifelong dreams become to a memorable experience.
Highlight from my most recent trip: Relaxing in the lounge on board the Indian Pacific from Adelaide to Perth watching the day go by, the ever changing scenery of the outback desert crossing the Nullarbor. Enjoying dinner under the stars in Rawlinna.
Kirsty Giles, Travel Advisor
Why I love travel: There is nothing like experiencing new countries and cultures, the world is so diverse and just waiting to be explored. Imparting my knowledge and experiences on to my clients is extremely rewarding, and hearing about their wonderful holidays makes it all worthwhile.
Years of experience: 28
Favourite destination: Vietnam/Africa/Australia – I can’t choose just one
I specialise in: Asia/Africa/Australia
Highlight from my most recent trip: Botswana & Zimbabwe – There is nothing like seeing the wild animals of Africa in their natural habitat. Elephant, lion, giraffe, zebra, hippo, and the list goes on. They amble around without a care to what we are doing, I could watch them for hours. Victoria Falls from the air is such an awesome sight, and the experience of a luxurious bush lodge is second to none. This was my 3rd trip to Africa, and I could never do too many to see everything on my wish-list.
Kirsty McDriven, Administration
Why I love travel: I love the excitement of arriving in a new country and being able to experience the language and the culture and taking it all the new sights!!
Years of experience: 11
Favourite destination: Hawaii, Dubai, Japan
Highlight from a trip: There is so may moments I could say for this one, but the one that stands out to me the most was going dog sledding in Canmore in Canada. It was an amazing experience, with the adrenaline as well as seeing the dogs running through the snow and how fast they go as well as taking in the amazing scenery was truly amazing!
Molly Mellor, Travel Consultant
Why I love travel: Travel gives me the chance to immerse myself in different cultures and witness firsthand how people live around the world. Each country has its own unique landscape, sounds and smells. And let’s not forget about the food! Trying new and delicious cuisines is always a highlight of my adventures.
Years of experience: 9
Favourite destination: Japan
I specialise in: Destinations throughout Asia, tailor made itineraries and ski travel around the globe. Music festivals, adventure travel and youth travel.
Highlight from my most recent trip: Eating my way through Japan, eating all the Sashimi, Wagyu, Takoyaki and Daifuku
Natalie Power, Travel Consultant
Why I love travel: Travel has broadened my perspective like nothing else, allowing me to experience new cultures, embrace different ways of life, and constantly learn. The connections and friendships I’ve made while traveling have been invaluable, and what truly inspires me is helping others explore the world. I love that I get to combine my two passions of travel planning and travel marketing in one role that excites me every day.
Years of experience: 3
Favourite destination: It’s nearly impossible to choose just one! However, a recent highlight was visiting Siem Reap, Cambodia—one of the most eye-opening and culturally rich places I’ve ever experienced.
I love: Researching destinations worldwide and helping create unforgettable itineraries. Recently, I’ve been expanding and booking more trips to the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Asia. I also enjoy booking cruises and rail journeys across Australia and New Zealand.
Highlight from my most recent trip: It’s hard to pick just one! Climbing to the ‘Top of Europe’ at Jungfraujoch in Switzerland was an unforgettable moment, with breathtaking views that made every step worth it. Another incredible experience was swimming in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Bled, Slovenia—an absolute bucket-list destination that exceeded all expectations.
Rosanna Dogan, Travel Consultant
Why I love travel: Travel opens you up to many new experiences. There is nothing that excites me more than travelling to a new destination. I love exploring new cultures and experiencing different cuisines.
Years of experience: 2
Favourite destination: Hawaii, Italy and Turkey
I specialise in: Cruising and Rail Journeys
Highlight from my most recent trip: The amazing view from the top of diamond head in Hawaii. Cruising the south pacific islands.
Sheridan Dillon, Travel Assistant
Why I love travel: I love travelling because it opens up a world of new experiences, and I’ve been lucky enough to have made some incredible memories. Every destination brings something completely unique. One of the most rewarding parts of travelling is the opportunity to make new friends. I cherish all of the amazing connections I have formed with people from different backgrounds, and the way these memories have led to meaningful, lasting friendships!.
Years of experience: 1
Favourite destinations: Slovenia, Spain and Croatia
Highlight from recent trip: Was spending the most amazing and wholesome day at Lake Bled in Slovenia. Walking around, swimming in a beautiful place, with almost no one around. And then going straight to Budapest to a 6-day music festival to see some of my favourite artists, who never venture to Australia to perform. So much fun!
Lena Paterson
Why I love travel: I believe in slow and sustainable tourism. It’s about immersing yourself in local cultures, learning new languages, and taking the time to truly experience each place
Years of experience: 15 years
Favourite destinations: Ireland, France and Italy
I specialise in: River cruises and Europe, especially Ireland and UK. I am originally from Germany and lived in Ireland for over 8 years.
Highlight from my most recent trip: I spent 5 weeks exploring Europe with my family, visiting Germany, France, and Spain. We discovered the rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes of each country, creating unforgettable memories.
Nicole Fidge, Travel Advisor
Why I love travel: It allows me to escape reality for a while and immerse myself in another culture and enjoy my dreams. I get so much enjoyment from planning my customers’ dream holidays and listening to their own stories of past travels and their future plans.
Years of experience: 7 years
Favourite destinations: Hawaii and Africa – Hawaii is my happy place, there is always something new to experience and the scenery is just spectacular. Africa is one of the holidays that touches your soul and will forever live in your heart. From being able to go on a night hunt with 3 grown lions to shark diving in Cape Town or simply laying in a hammock on a deserted island.
I specialise in: Touring and tailor-made itineraries
Highlight from my most recent trip: Flying in a helicopter and landing on a glacier in Whistler.
Stuart Coffield, Managing Director
Why I love travel: With over 30 years in the industry, travel has never lost its excitement for me. It has given me incredible experiences and the opportunity to connect with people worldwide. I love sharing my knowledge to help our clients experience the holidays that exceed their expectations.
Years of experience: 30
Favourite destination: The Amalfi Coast is a personal favourite, but I’m happiest anywhere I can follow the sun across Europe and the Mediterranean.
I specialise in: Hosting charters and group travel worldwide, ensuring every journey is well-planned, stress-free, and unforgettable! I always aim to go above and beyond to create exceptional experiences for our wonderful clients.
