Happy Thursday Hidden Gem Travel community! I hope all the Dads had a relaxing Father’s Day last weekend. Here in travel land, it’s been very busy with with many clients departing for their June vacations, so this newsletter is a short one.
As mentioned last week, I’ve dedicated this month to highlighting trips that you will want to plan ASAP for next year (or end of this year). Half the year is almost gone, so it’s perfect timing to think about the second half of 2025 and first half of 2026.
Australia and New Zealand – AKA ‘the land down under’ is an incredibly memorable trip! I’ve been to Australia twice and New Zealand once (just last fall) and can attest to the fact that the flight is better than you think. Once arrive, you will have a travel experience of a lifetime!
Read on for the short scoop on Australia and New Zealand and see a few of my favorite photos from my own trips…
GET STARTED – Australia & New Zealand
Sample Itineraries
Take a look at three sample itineraries from one of my favorite escorted tour companies, Tauck, at the link here: https://inspires.to/experience…
Note that Australia and New Zealand (both or just one) can be experienced through an escorted tour, cruise, or custom itinerary that I can design based on your wishes. We will talk through all options on our trip consultation call – and there are many options and decision points to consider.
💎 Hidden Gem Tip: Remember that Australia and New Zealand have opposite seasons to ours. It’s winter for them right now!
Carpe Diem!
The sights you’ll see in Australia will amaze you! From the Sydney Opera House to Milford Sound in Fjordland National Park outside of Queenstown in New Zealand, you will dream of returning at the end of your trip – there is so much to see and do!
To travel is to live… here’s to 2025 – and 2026 – being an unforgettable and amazing years for new travel adventures! Let’s go…
Susan
BRAINSTORM & BOOK YOUR DOWN UNDER VACATION
About Hidden Gem Travel Consulting
Hidden Gem Travel Consulting was founded by Susan Wilson. After decades of traveling the world and working for Fortune 50 companies and global nonprofits, she opened her own travel business which is affiliated with Virtuoso – the leading global network of agencies specializing in luxury and experiential travel.
Through her deep network and signature consultative process, she designs customized travel itineraries that elevate your escape and speak to what will wow everyone on the trip.
It’s the best way to travel – a vacation that allows you to feel the full vibrancy of the destination while giving you access to perks, amenities, and experiences that are “ungoogleable.”
Enriching. Experiential. Effortless. Hidden Gem Travel Consulting is your trusted travel advisor.
Official affiliations include: Virtuoso, Forbes Travel Guide, ASTA (American Society of Travel Advisors), Four Seasons Hotels and more global hotels and resorts.
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Hidden Gem Travel Consulting is proud to be one of the first travel businesses to be certified in Virtuoso Wanderlist, a unique and exclusive consulting service designed to turn travel dreams into reality through the creation of a strategic plan – called a travel portfolio. Much like wealth advisors manage investment portfolios, Wanderlist Advisors manage an equally important asset – our leisure time. Wanderlist marries “Netflix-style” technology with the deep expertise of a travel advisor. Wanderlist helps families live a life filled with anticipation and special memories.
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The best trips often come from the best recommendations.
If you’ve enjoyed working with me (and/or reading this newsletter), I’d love for you to share the experience! If you know someone who would appreciate expert guidance for their next adventure, send them my way via email, phone or whatever is easiest for you.
AND when you see a post in your local community Facebook pages asking for a trusted travel professional, feel free to share my email (susan@hiddengemtravelconsulting.com) or if it’s easy, link to the website so they can check me out (www.hiddengemtravelconsulting.com). I am often found this way 😊
And as always, I appreciate you being a part of the Hidden Gem Travel community and a valued client!
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About Hidden Gem Travel Consulting
Hidden Gem Travel Consulting was founded by Susan Wilson. After decades of traveling the world and working for Fortune 50 companies and global nonprofits, she opened her own travel business which is affiliated with Virtuoso – the leading global network of agencies specializing in luxury and experiential travel.
Through her deep network and signature consultative process, she designs customized travel itineraries that elevate your escape and speak to what will wow everyone on the trip.
It’s a new way to travel – a vacation that allows you to feel the full vibrancy of the destination while giving you access to perks, amenities, and experiences that are “ungoogleable.”
Enriching. Experiential. Effortless. Hidden Gem Travel Consulting is your trusted travel advisor.
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