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I've been travelling before I could walk let alone talk! I've travelled extensively around the world doing Round the World trips, Cruises, Tours and independent travel. I've travelled to many extraordinary places like the Bahamas, Jamaica, Alaska, Canada, Dallas, New York, Seattle, London, Paris, Spain, Scotland, Singapore, Tahiti, Cook Islands, Tonga, Bora Bora, Mexico, Cancun, LA, Vegas, San Francisco, Haiti, South Pacific Islands, Norfolk Island, New Zealand, Mauritius, Caribbean Islands just to name a few!

Not only are my travels by plane but also on Iconic rail journeys such as the Indian Pacific and The Ghan, Cruise ships and Ocean liners. I've been on over 40 ships which range from one of the largest ships in the world 'Oasis of the Seas', to luxurious ocean liners Cunard's QM2 and Queen Elizabeth, also on many different companies.

From my experience travelling to many places, I am confident to say a cruise holiday is the way to go. There is nothing better than enjoying a cocktail by the pool docked in a spectacular and unique port, then waking up the following morning in another port stressed free, relaxed and ready to explore what the world has to offer.

I read somewhere that travel is the only thing you buy that you get richer – and I couldn’t agree more! I have been very fortunate to have spent my working life in an industry I love. I have worked in many areas of travel, including airlines, tour companies, wholesale and corporate travel and owning my own retail travel business. Cruising has always been at the top of the list – my favourite way to travel. I have seen incredible growth in cruising – from the days of the first Oriana sailing the South Pacific and Asia out of Sydney in the 1970’s and 80’s and the “Fairstar” the first real “fun ship” down under. Today we are so spoilt for choice, from mega-liners soon to sail our shores to intimate small ships – there is a ship for everyone – and I have the privilege every day, researching and recommending cruise solutions to our customers. At eCrusing I am excited to be working with a wonderful team of like-minded people – passionate about what they do, offering unique cruise holiday itineraries and planning unforgettable holiday experiences.

I have travelled extensively, and as Susan Sontag once said: “I haven’t been everywhere but it’s on my list”. A personal highlight for me recently was spending a week on the Canal Midi in France with my sons, partners and grand-daughter.We chartered a hotel barge – what a wonderful way to enjoy the delights of Southern France while sharing a very special time with my family – definitely a different style of cruising, and one I would absolutely recommend.

New Zealand born and bred, moving to Sydney when I was young created an urge to travel. Having worked in travel for over 26years has taken me to some amazing places . 9 times to Alaska which has included some experiences that you get nowhere else, Camping and berry picking on the tundra,-all whilst keeping an eye out for the local wildlife, swimming in outdoor thermal pools in -26 Degree temperatures. I’ve seen black bears on the mountains behind me and Beluga whales in the bay in front of me. The beauty of Thailand and the history and stories of the Tower of London.

I’m new to Cruising but loving the opportunity and enjoying my part in making your holiday a wonderful one.

“I must have salt in the veins. After three (aborted) attempts to join the navy as a Seaman Officer someone pointed out to me that there were these other ships that had much nicer beds, better food - and production shows. They were called 'cruise ships".

I was hooked. I've sailed with Carnival, P&O, Royal Caribbean, Cunard and Star. My most memorable cruise was on the liner Queen Mary 2 from Hong Kong to Singapore.

I've travelled through Europe, North America, South East Asia, New Zealand ,The Middle East and all through Australia. I should add that not all of this travel was by cruise ship.

My top tip for new (or experienced) cruisers is to pay a little extra and upgrade your accommodation to a larger, more luxurious suite - no matter how adamant you are that you won't be in there much it is worth the extra to make the experience more memorable..

I look forward to helping you plan your next amazing voyage vacation experience.