John Appleby

If you're planning a long haul holiday, getting it right makes all the difference.

I've spent over 30 years in the travel industry, including 20 years in senior leadership at the helm of one of Australia's largest travel companies. Today, I work directly with my own clients, combining that experience with a highly personal service to create seamless journeys that offer exceptional value.

Australia and New Zealand are my speciality. Having lived and breathed travel to the region for decades, I have access to specialist fares and wholesale airline pricing that often isn't available to the general public. Whether you're planning a once-in-a-lifetime holiday, visiting family and friends, or a complex multi-stop itinerary, I'll find the smartest routing, the best value and the flights that genuinely suit your plans. In many cases I can also secure your flights with only a small deposit, allowing you to spread the cost over several months while locking in today's fares and availability.

I specialise in the itineraries that require experience to get right. Business and First Class travel, Round the World tickets, multi-city journeys, peak season travel, stopovers and tailor-made holidays all involve countless moving parts. I'll make sure your flights connect properly, your baggage is checked through wherever possible, and every element of your journey fits together seamlessly.

Beyond flights, I create complete holidays. I arrange cruises, family holidays and bespoke itineraries, helping you choose not just the right ship, but the right cabin, flights, transfers and hotels so everything works together effortlessly. I also recommend accommodation that genuinely enhances your trip and organise memorable experiences, whether that's a private wine tour through South Australia, a luxury lodge in New Zealand, an overwater villa in the Maldives, an African safari or a tailor-made journey across North America.

Because I travel extensively myself, my advice comes from first-hand experience rather than brochures or online reviews. More importantly, when you book with me, you deal directly with me from start to finish. If flights change, plans need adjusting or something unexpected happens while you're away, you'll have one person who knows your itinerary inside out and can step in quickly to put things right.

Every holiday I arrange is fully licensed and financially protected in Ireland, giving you complete peace of mind from the moment you book.

If you're thinking about your next trip, I'd love to help. Get in touch by phone or email and we'll have a chat about your plans. I'll take the time to understand exactly what you're looking for and create a journey that's built around you, making the planning every bit as enjoyable as the holiday itself.