Shelley Rich
Lovely to meet you
I have been a part of the travel industry for over 30 years and still love it!
I love to travel and I often joke with my clients that I live vicariously through them.
Planning the perfect holiday for my clients fills me with joy. I take pride in what I do and love sharing my passion of travel.
Many of my clients have become life long friends.
Shelley
My favourite holiday memories
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Danube River
River Cruising is such an amazing holiday. Nothing better than waking up each morning in a new small town along the Danube and going for an early morning walk to explore before everyone starts their day. Such a beautiful part of Europe with so much to offer, see and do!
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Cruising
Cruising is such a fantastic way of seeing destinations. I have been lucky enough to enjoy a few difference cruise lines but this one was pretty special. I was just a short hop from Southampton to Normandy for a weekend as part of her naming celebration. Whilst in Normandy I got to go to Bayeux and visit the war grave of my great Uncle, something I will never forget.
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Vietnam
When you think of Vietnam you think of Hoi An. This is an amazing preserved Ancient Village on the River and a MUST when visiting Vietnam.
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Paris
Experiencing Paris at night is indeed magical, with its illuminated landmarks and romantic ambiance. Adding to that charm by exploring the city in a classic car was a real highlight for my husband and I.
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Victoria Falls
Experiencing the power of a waterfall like Victoria Falls is inspiring, as its sheer force and volume of water exceeded my expectations. It was so cool how the mist generated perfect rainbows to form, which adds an extra layer of magic to the experience.
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Hwange National Park
Witnessing a lion after a kill evoked a range of emotions, from apprehension to fascination. It's sure is a reminder of the rawness and reality of nature's laws and not to underestimate this. I was pleased to be sitting comfortably and safe in my Safari Vehicle.
Creating better holidays
Whatever your travel dreams, I will work with you to create the best holiday possible. The holidays I specialise in include:
- Hiking Walking
- Skiing
- Adventure
- Coach Touring
- Small Ship Cruising
- Expedition Cruising
- Ocean Cruising
- River Cruising
- Couples Travel
- Family Travel
- Group Travel
- Luxury Travel
- Road Trips
- Safaris
- Train Journeys
My travel passions
River Cruising - Is an amazing way to experience a region, allowing you to travel with a small number of like minded travelers, explore a new destination each day and learn from experts about historical landmarks and events. Its relaxing and easy giving you a deeper appreciation for the history, art, music, & cuisine you're experiencing.
Ocean Cruising - Whether it just a little 3 night taster cruise or a Round the World experience, cruising has so much to offer everyone. The main thing to consider when looking at a cruise is - The itinerary, the size of the ship, the facilities on board, the market the brand caters to and the value it offers. I've had the opportunity to do a number of cruises and to see mostly all the cruise lines that come into the Tauranga Port, so I have a vast understanding of each cruise line and the experience to match the right cruise with the right customers.
Europe - I have been to Europe a number of times and whilst there is still much more there on my bucket list for me to visit, I love talking Europe & discovering what it has to offer. I really enjoy creating bespoke holidays what not only tick off some of the major cities but also give you the option of finding little gems that create the most memorable experiences.
Africa – One of my most memorable trips and I can’t wait to go back! Africa has so much to offer travelers, its a destination that for most people is a once in a life time experience so it needs to be perfect. Over the years I have worked a number of operators and supplies and have hand picked a few of my favorites that offer my clients different experiences for different budgets. It really is the most amazing place which I can’t recommend enough!
Some of the destinations I have explored
AFRICA: Africa | Zimbabwe
ASIA:
Bali, Indonesia | China | Hong Kong | India/Nepal/Bhutan | Malaysia/Borneo | Maldives | Singapore | Thailand | Vietnam/Cambodia/Laos
AUSTRALIA:
Brisbane | Darwin/Red Centre | Gold Coast | Hobart, Tasmania | Melbourne, Victoria | Sunshine Coast | Sydney, New South Wales
MIDDLE EAST:
Dubai, UAE
NORTH AMERICA: Alaska | Canada | Hawai`i | USA
SOUTH PACIFIC: Fiji | New Caledonia | Rarotonga, Cook Islands | Samoa | Vanuatu
UK/EUROPE: Austria | Germany | Hungary | England | France | Netherlands | Russia | Scotland | Spain/Portugal | Switzerland | Wales
What my customers have to say
My travel stories
Postcard from Africa
Africa is a truly enriching experience, with my safari experiences leaving an every lasting impression on me, I can’t wait to go back!
My Trafalgar Tour
I was lucky enough to experience European Tour with Trafalgar Tours. Our itinerary started in Geneva and finished in Barcelona. Taking in some of the gems in Provence and Northern Spain.
Postcard from India
Walking through the doors of the Taj Mahal was one of those moments I won't forget.
Avalon River Cruise Basel to Amsterdam
My Avalon River Cruise experience was incredible and truly exceeded my expectations.
Cruising on the Danube on Viking
Cruising the Danube on Viking during Christmas time is absolutely enchanting! The combination of exploring the Christmas Markets while enjoying the scenic river views is magical . The aromas of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts definitely adds to the festive charm, especially for us Kiwis from the Southern Hemisphere where we dream of a white Christmas.
Awards & qualifications
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