Her breadth of personal experience enables Merrilee to curate experiences enriched with personal knowledge and unique insights for her clients, whether they are seeking an adventurous family itinerary or a romantic getaway.

Speaking of adventures, Merrilee’s own often incorporate snow. A fervent skier, she is particularly fond of Queenstown, New Zealand and the snow resorts of Coronet Peak & The Remarkables, which are just a short distance from town.

“The thrill of flying into Queenstown airport over those majestic ranges, the exhilaration of skiing with a backdrop of stunning vistas, drinking mulled wine on the mountain, and the warming comfort of the best hot chocolate at Patagonia Chocolate on Lake Wakatipu's foreshore - these are experiences I eagerly share with my clients,” says Merrilee.

While she has designed many remarkable trips for her happy customers, one that stands out was a one-of-a-kind journey she crafted for a couple from Kayrunnera, a sheep station north of Broken Hill. After years of drought, Merrilee’s charge was to make the trip – a surprise 50th birthday combined with a 25th wedding anniversary celebration – extra special. She nailed the brief with an itinerary that was nothing short of spectacular.

“There was a flight to Las Vegas, a lavish stay at the Bellagio with a fountain view room, and a surprise vow renewal ceremony officiated by Elvis Presley himself (or at least a very good facsimile),” Merrilee recalls. But it didn’t stop there.

“Another high point was a helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon with champagne on the side of the canyon. On their journey home, a serene stopover in Hawaii awaited the newlyweds. When clients send you photos while they're travelling, you know that you've played a pivotal role in making their travel dreams come true,’ she says.

Happy, approachable, and dedicated, Merrilee goes the extra mile to offer her clients the best experiences possible, from flight prices and hotels in superior locations to the best holiday booking experience.

“My clients feel like family, so I want them to be secure in the knowledge that that no request is too challenging, and they can reach out to me anytime.”

Call Merrilee Gill at Travel Associates - Cotton Tree to curate your perfect holiday.