Melinda Spain

    Travel Associates Paddington
    Paddington, NSW

    Business Leader

    Specialties

    Adventure

    Business Travel

    Culture & Heritage

    Expedition Cruise

    Family Holiday

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    For Melinda, travelling is about embracing individual moments and cherishing new experiences – even if that means swimming with wild sea lions in the Galapagos Islands.

    For the past 22 years, she has applied the same belief when creating travel experiences for others – sending people on adventures they'd previously only dreamed of.

    A devotee of Central and South American travel, Melinda has immersed herself in the local traditions in Peru's highlands, been inspired by the magnificence of Cusco and Machu Picchu, and observed the wonder of the Monarch Butterfly migration in Mexico. Despite having travelled to this diverse continent on more than 10 different occasions, Melinda knows there's still so much more to see. In between visits, she continues to indulge her passion, inspiring clients with unforgettable itineraries throughout South America and the world.

    Melinda's love of travel is fuelled by her own firsthand experiences, having travelled to numerous destinations in the United Kingdom and Europe, Africa, Asia, Canada and the USA, all of which she can assist you in curating your own bespoke itinerary.

    But of all her own wanderings, one memory that will stay with Melinda forever is arriving in India for the first time. The sheer awakening of the senses was something no amount of travel could prepare her for – the vibrant colours, sounds, smells and people fuelling her adventure in this amazing country.

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    EXPERIENCE

    21 Years

    COUNTRIES VISITED

    50 Countries

    Get to know me

    What is the most amazing experience you have created for a client?

    A really special itinerary I worked on for clients included horse-riding in the snow-covered moutains around Pucon, Chile, followed by snowshoeing the next day, culminating in a "snow table" full of drinks and snacks. It was a beautiful trip that took into account the interests and passions of my clients.

    What is your number one travel tip?

    Learn to go with the flow. Travelling can sometimes throw curveballs, but it's all part of the experience. Another word of advice - put your camera or phone down, and just take it all in.

    What are your favourite destinations and why?

    I have a few favourites! But at the top of my list are Peru for the rich culture, Mexico for the colour, India for the people, and Bhutan for the peace.

    How do you go above and beyond for your clients?

    I will get in touch with my hotel contacts prior to a client's stay and provide them with a little rundown so they can anticipate each client's individual needs. I also send clients off with a list of restaurant recommendations for cities I am familiar with.

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    OUR OFFICE

    Travel Associates Paddington

    Located in the Five Ways Paddington village in Sydney, you'll find our dedicated team of luxury travel advisors, with a combined 60 years of delivering first-class, bespoke travel plans to our clients. At Travel Associates Paddington, we expertly blend our knowledge of luxury destinations with our personalised touch to uncover those hidden gems many travellers only dream of.

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    Melinda Spain

    Travel Associates Paddington
    Paddington, NSW

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    Adventure

    Business Travel

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    Travel Associates Paddington
    Paddington, NSW

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    Travel Associates Paddington
    Paddington, NSW

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