Candice Free
Travel Associates Geelong
Geelong West, VIC
Cruise Specialist
Travel Advisor
Specialties
Cruise
Expedition Cruise
Family Holiday
Food & Wine
Island & Beach
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Candice specialises in all types of travel, from luxurious European river cruises with beautiful independent stays in major cities to bucket-list expedition cruises to Antarctica and everything in between.
With a comprehensive knowledge of airfares, cruise lines and itineraries, she can help you navigate your way through the options until you find the trip that’s just right for you.
She also finds organising family and multi-generational travel particularly rewarding, ensuring that there are elements of the holiday that will appeal to all.
One of the most memorable trips Candice has booked for a client encompassed Europe, Egypt and South Africa, where she co-ordinated 18 flights per person as well as all of the amazing accommodation and tour arrangements. “It was challenging, but hearing about the trip afterwards made it all worthwhile!”
As anyone who has travelled widely will know, choosing a favourite destination can be quite tricky. In this, Candice is no exception, but when pushed to choose just one of her many amazing memories from all over the world, she suggested it would have to be Brazil. “From the gorgeous beaches to the friendly locals and the hugely diverse scenery and cities, I would go back there in a heartbeat”, she says.
With more than a decade of experience, Candice has a wealth of knowledge that is invaluable to her clients. Her suggestions can improve even the best holiday plans. For example, she always recommends pre-booking must-do land experiences to avoid missing out if you find them fully booked on arrival. Pre-booking day tours has many advantages, not least of which is that they often allow you to gain early entry to sites and avoid lengthy queues.
She also reminds clients to take the time to enjoy that fantastic meal or cocktail on the beach, as it’s amazing how often those simple memories pop up after you travel, allowing you to enjoy it all over again when something randomly brings it to mind.
Travel is Candice’s passion. She loves everything about it, from researching trips for clients and for herself, to the trips themselves and reliving memories of them through photos or chats with clients.
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EXPERIENCE
20 Years
COUNTRIES VISITED
41 Countries
Get to know me
What is the most amazing experience you have created for a client?
I recently put together a multigenerational trip for 18 clients to the USA and Hawaii. I made sure the whole family (from the grandparents to the kids) had an amazing trip, with appropriate experiences for all. I'm looking forward to hosting my first client trip, taking them to the European Christmas markets. It's sure to be an unforgettable trip for us all!
What is your number one travel tip?
I absolutely recommend pre-booking must-do experiences to avoid missing out if you find them fully booked on arrival. Pre-booking day tours has many advantages, not least of which is that they often allow you to gain early entry to sites and avoid lengthy queues.
What are your favourite destinations and why?
Whilst not a destination, I adore cruising - the ease of seeing multiple destinations without worrying about the logisitics of getting in between them makes for a relaxing trip for all!
How do you go above and beyond for your clients?
I always try to think outside the square and anticipate what will make every trip truly exceptional for each client, including making sure that they are on the best side of the ship to get views of the coastline as they cruise along or helping them to secure reservations at Michelin starred restaurants or amazing wineries.
Candice's Speciality Destinations
A World of Experience
Candice's client testimonial
Candice was amazing and her service was exceptional. It was like she read our minds and knew exactly what we wanted. We cannot wait to book our next adventure with her. Our cruise was just fantastic; from the efficient boarding process, to the polite and courteous staff that worked tirelessly to make it a great experience. Thanks again Candice - we hope to do it all again!
– Rita Bowman



OUR OFFICE
Travel Associates Geelong
Travel Associates Geelong is a specialist cruise boutique located near the Geelong Waterfront, just an hour outside of Melbourne. Our dedicated all-female team of luxury travel advisors are as passionate about your travel plans as you are. With a wealth of experience across the team, we are uniquely qualified to curate your one of a kind holiday, personalised to you.