Samantha Ryan
Carswell & Turner Travel Associates
Coffs Harbour, NSW
Travel Advisor
Specialties
All-Inclusive Holiday
Business Travel
Family Holiday
Island & Beach
Ocean Cruise
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Samantha’s travels have taken her all over the world. Among her many travel highlights, she lists abseiling down the Cascade Waterfalls in Vanuatu, bike riding through the Swiss Alps, drinking champagne underneath the Eiffel Tower in Paris and staying in a traditional Ryokan in Japan, highlighting the wealth of experiences waiting to be uncovered.
Her specialty however is all things Europe. This region is home to her favourite travel destination, Italy, which she says offers amazing history and architecture, beautiful scenery, friendly people and of course amazing food and wine.
She has a wealth of travel advice for those visiting Europe. For example, she often recommends her clients hire a bicycle for a day if they are travelling to Amsterdam, as she feels it is the best way to see the city and makes you feel like one of the locals.
Further east, she recalls a memorable holiday she organised for a couple going to Russia. “They had spent years saving for it and were lucky enough to be the only two on their Peregrine tour. They were treated like royalty the entire trip, were upgraded to a Palace suite in one of their stays and had so many extra special moments that would not have been possible in a larger group”, she says.
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EXPERIENCE
12 Years
COUNTRIES VISITED
28 Countries
Get to know me
What is the most amazing experience you have created for a client?
I recently had the pleasure of helping clients plan a truly unforgettable trip to the Maldives. They stayed in a breathtaking overwater bungalow, offering stunning views and complete luxury. Added special touches included a personal butler, and experiencing the thrill of a seaplane journey to their resort.
What is your number one travel tip?
Book the local experience! Do the walking tour, the cooking class, the cultural experience. Wherever you go, the memories you will cherish the most will be those spent immersing yourself in the culture and history of your destination alongside the locals who know it best!
What are your favourite destinations and why?
Italy for the food, history and culture; and London for having such a variety of interesting landmarks, museums, parks and attractions. And I am all for a relaxing beach holiday, so put me anywhere in the South Pacific and I will be in paradise.
How do you go above and beyond for your clients?
My attention to detail ensures that your holiday is perfectly arranged, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in a memorable experience, confident that all the finer details are expertly handled.
OUR OFFICE
Carswell & Turner Travel Associates
Located in the heart of coastal Coffs Harbour, Carswell & Turner Travel Associates is home to a team of seven dedicated advisors, ready to welcome you to our boutique space. With our first-hand expertise and passion for crafting bespoke luxury itineraries, we’ll help you uncover the hidden gems you’ve been dreaming of for your next journey.
MEET THE TEAM
Carswell & Turner Travel Associates
Cruise Specialist
Ian Carswell
Carswell & Turner Travel Associates
Coffs Harbour, NSW
Specialties
Adventure
Business Travel
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Samantha Ryan
Carswell & Turner Travel Associates
Coffs Harbour, NSW
Specialties
All-Inclusive Holiday
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Christine Byrne
Carswell & Turner Travel Associates
Coffs Harbour, NSW
Specialties
Culture & Heritage
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