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Bridget Hanrahan

Lovely to meet you

Bridget heads up our holiday travel specialist's team and brings to us an amazing collection of knowledge from 17 years creating wonderful itineraries for all her clients. She takes the role of research very seriously from finding the finest cocktail to ensuring everyone has the best activity tips!

Her knowledge in cruising, combined with her easy approachable manner takes the pain out of planning your trip of a lifetime. 

"Designing unique travel experiences is my passion. My attention to detail and always looking for exclusive options ensures that all client's experiences are seamless right from the initial enquiry". 

When Bridget is not pouring over brochures for inspiration, you can find her having a game of tennis, finding the next best HOT Chocolate, or spending time with her family. 

Years in the industry: 17+ 
No. of countries visited: 18 
Favourite place to visit: Alaska 

"Travel is the healthiest addiction" - Anonymous


Why I love travel: 

For me life is about experiences, not things! I love exploring new places, cultures, environments. I thought when COVID-19 hit that my travel career was done - yet I'm back! Not owning my own travel business has allowed me to spend more time consulting and assisting my clients and managing a great team of experienced consultants. I see travel for me as an addiction - I just can't stay away and helping people is so rewarding. 


My travel tips: 

  • Travel as soon as you can, don't delay as life is too short. 
  • If you want an adventure head to Antarctica or the Arctic before anywhere else. 
  • Always carry a change of clothes, any valuables and medication in your carry-on luggage. The House of Travel online brochures are a great source of information when planning your journey then we can finetune your holiday for you. 


My top 4 destinations: 

  • Dubai- the mix of culture, sights, architecture, markets, desert and the malls - even though shopping is not my thing. 
  • Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska - I was incredibly fortunate to have a family holiday in Canada, Alaska, Las Vegas and California and I'll never forget rafting on the Nenana River, rounding a bend to see a moose and her two calves taking a drink …. we all forgot to keep paddling; it was an incredible sight!
  • Rome - the history and the chaos of a bustling city it offers so much culture with a cool vibe. 
  • Thailand - I lived near Chiang Mai as an exchange student many years ago and have been back to the country three times. It is great for families, couples, singles with so much to see and do. 


What's in my suitcase?

  • Happiness - I'm always in my happy place as soon as I travel.
  • Active wear - Our holidays always include adventure and plenty of travel. 
  • A copy of my passport and insurance policy number and phone number, in case I lose my carryon bag and phone. 

Bridget




My favourite holiday memories

  • Africa
    Africa Bridget Hanrahan

    Serengeti plains! Perfect place to go to create family memories with our young adult kids! Adventure to encounter wildlife and camping in the Serengeti!

  • Alaska
    Alaska Bridget Hanrahan

    Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska - I was incredibly fortunate to have a family holiday in Canada, Alaska, Las Vegas and California and I'll never forget rafting on the Nenana River, rounding a bend to see a moose and her two calves taking a drink …. we all forgot to keep paddling; it was an incredible sight!

  • Niue
    Niue Bridget Hanrahan

    The best kept secret of the Pacific! Incredible visibility for snorkelling, walking tracks for exploring and a true step back in time unspoiled destination.

  • Niue
    Niue Bridget Hanrahan

    The best kept secret of the Pacific! Incredible visibility for snorkelling, walking tracks for exploring and a true step back in time unspoiled destination.

Creating better holidays 

Whatever your travel dreams, I will work with you to create the best holiday possible. The holidays I specialise in include:

  • Cycling
  • Golfing
  • Hiking Walking
  • Adventure
  • Coach Touring
  • Small Ship Cruising
  • Expedition Cruising
  • Ocean Cruising
  • River Cruising
  • Couples Travel
  • Family Travel
  • Luxury Travel
  • Road Trips
  • Solo Travel
  • Train Journeys

My travel passions

Family Adventure Travel - My family and I always look for adventure day trips and getting out of our comfort zone. A memory we will never forget is rafting in the Denali National Park and coming around a bend in the river and there right on the river bank is a moose and 2 calves - we forgot to keep paddling! Just one of the amazing moments we will never forget!

Cruising - Such a hassle free and cost effective way to travel with a family, a more adventurous way to see hidden parts of destinations! I have the qualification of Cruise Master, love to help clients work out the dream cruise for them and river cruising is a nice relaxing way to see many parts of the world - not only Europe.

Culture- I love learning and getting to know about people and their way of life. Living in Thailand for a year as a 17 year old I certainly achieved this and every time we travel incorporating true local experiences is so fulfilling and fun!

Where I have travelled to

ASIA: Japan | Malaysia/Borneo | Myanmar | Singapore | Thailand | Vietnam/Cambodia/Laos
AUSTRALIA: Adelaide, South Australia | Brisbane | Darwin/Red Centre | Gold Coast | Melbourne, Victoria | Sunshine Coast | Sydney, New South Wales
MIDDLE EAST: Dubai, UAE 
NORTH AMERICA: Alaska | Canada | Caribbean | Hawai`i | Mexico | USA
SOUTH PACIFIC: Fiji | Niue | New Caledonia | Rarotonga, Cook Islands | Samoa 
UK/EUROPE: England | France | Italy | Scotland | Wales

Awards & qualifications

  • New Zealand Certificate in Tourism Level 3
  • New Zealand Certificate in Travel Level 4
  • Cruise Line International Association
  • Aussie Specialist
  • Fiji Specialist