Karen McIntosh

Experienced Travel Advisor – Turning Your Travel Dreams into Reality

Travel should be something special. Let me help you make it happen.

With a career in travel dating back to the 1990s, I bring years of industry experience, first-hand travel knowledge and a genuine passion for helping people explore the world.

My travel adventures began at 16, when I boarded an aircraft alone to spend a year at high school in the USA. Since then, I’ve explored Asia, Australia, Europe, North America and the Pacific through backpacking, coach touring, cruising, skiing, self-driving, sailing and resort stays.

One of my most memorable adventures was creating a trip for my own family, including two months in Thailand and seven months exploring the USA and Eastern Canada. It reinforced my belief that travel creates something truly special: shared experiences, new perspectives and memories that last a lifetime.

 Your Travel, Personally Planned

Whether you’re planning a family holiday, romantic escape, cruise, skiing adventure or trip of a lifetime, I love bringing the details together to create travel plans that suit your interests, needs and budget.

I work with established travel suppliers around the world to source and compare options, bringing the different elements of your trip together and taking care of the details along the way.  And if travel doesn’t go to plan, having an experienced travel professional in your corner can make all the difference.

My expertise extends beyond personal travel. I invest time each week in professional development, keeping up with industry changes through supplier and destination training, meeting travel partners, inspecting cruise ships, and joining familiarisation trips (famils) whenever possible to experience destinations first-hand. This ongoing learning helps me provide informed advice and discover new opportunities for my clients.

For those who enjoy travelling in style, I’m also a Virtuoso travel advisor, with access to a curated collection of luxury hotels, resorts, cruise lines and experiences, including exclusive benefits at participating properties.

I work with established travel suppliers to source and arrange travel options, helping you make informed decisions and get the most from your trip.

From your initial ideas through to your return home, my aim is to make planning easier and help you travel with confidence.

 How I Can Help

I can arrange a wide range of travel options, including:

• Flights
• Accommodation – from boutique hotels to luxury stays
• Cruises – ocean, river and expedition cruising
• Tours and experiences – guided touring and independent adventures
• Tailor-made itineraries – combining destinations and experiences
• Campervans, rental cars, canal boats and sailing yachts
• Travel insurance
• And much more, tailored to your travel plans

Whether you know exactly where you want to go or need help turning an idea into a workable plan, I’d love to help.

Your next adventure starts here. Let’s make it a memorable one.

1. I have access to a huge range of travel specials and deals.
2. I’m a one stop shop for all travel. Flights, cruises, tours, rental cars – I can book it all.
3. I’m your travel troubleshooter. If you run into the unexpected, call me. I’ll get it sorted.
4. I’ll come to you – I’m happy to meet you at a cafe or after hours to chat about your plans.
5. I’m a local business, not an anonymous website or company based halfway around the world.

If you have any travel plans, or if you’d like a quote, please get in touch – I’m happy to help!

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Karen McIntosh an independent affiliate of NZ Travel Brokers – A Virtuoso Member.

Lifestyle Holidays Rookie of the Year 2018

Kiwi Holiday Insurance – Top Growth Broker 2018