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When my son and his wife decided to return to her native Scotland some years ago, in order to visit them frequently from Melbourne, Australia I decided to explore alternative avenues other than using my Travel Agent. Having used her for over 10 years this had proved to be an expensive option.
eg ( A typical example on planning a 10 day trip to Hong Kong at a 4 Star hotel including airfares we were quoted $7100. I booked the same holiday for $4200)
Extensive research via the internet exposed a whole new world of travel opportunities for my husband and I.
We have travelled widely throughout England, Scotland, Italy & France including the Dordogne, Provence & the Riviera regions. American travel is another strong point of knowledge given that we have explored the States extensively coast to coast for more than a decade.
Our passion for travel is forever evolving and our most recent love is the Greek Islands having spent many weeks there during the last three years. Thus it was at this point we were able to debunk the myth that exotic travel is beyond the means of the modest traveller. In this time we have built a knowledge of many of the Greek Islands and developed friendships with local family hotel owners. It is with these people that we have enjoyed such warm hospitality that a luxury hotel could never achieve... and for a fraction of the cost!
The Greek Islands are our particular area of expertise.
After many requests for travel advice I have come to realize there are others who wish to enjoy holidays at a reasonable cost and enhance their lives with some exciting travel as we have.
The problem is most people do not know how to go about it. I have accumulated a wealth of knowledge and contacts on how to travel on a very, very, reasonable budget. Believe me it can be done!
For example, two people can travel to the Greek Islands including three weeks in traditional cycladic style accommodation including airfares for a starting figure of less than $5000. See accommodation to view photos of the type of traditional accommodations we use when on the Greek islands.
We have knowledge of accommodation in many of the locations we have visited to suit all tastes, styles and budgets. Whether your budget is modest or generous. I have planned holidays for clients, friends and family on a variety of budgets however always at the best possible value available.
Let us use our expertise to design a holiday to the destination you thought you could not afford on the budget that has in the past taken you to the same old mundane places! Turn your travel leaf and engage Destination Diva to design your next adventure!
My aim is to provide the traveller with cost information regarding fares and accommodation that they can afford on a budget.
I am not a Travel Agent, I do not make any bookings for you. You are in control of all this. My income is from the fee for advice you receive.
The advice I provide is truly impartial and I derive no revenue whatsoever from any of the recommendations I make. You can therefore be assured that you will benefit from my experience and receive the best possible value for money.
Fees
Initial appraisal $75.00
An initial appraisal based on information you provide regarding your budget and the duration of your holiday will advise you of options for where you could go and approximately what it will cost.
Consultation fee
With your approval and confirmation of locations, duration and mode of travel we will follow through on the consultation as outlined below.
What a consultation includes:
1.) Discuss your budget.
2.) Inform you with a range of travel options... some you may not ever have even thought possible!
3.) Contact the proposed hotels and confirm current prices.
4.) Provide assistance with booking airfares. Our knowledge of airlines and flight connections can save you money... and travel time!
5.) If required we will complete all internet bookings in your presence. (Local only to Melbourne) Alternatively this may also be done via telephone if preferred.
6.) We only use secure sites, and have used this system with confidence for several years.
8.) Provide a personalised itinerary detailing your trip from start to finish.
9.) Ultimately, our service ensures that you can create your own holiday with the confidence that our experience provides. We eliminate the stress that prevents many travellers from enjoying a self booked holiday.
Destination Diva is your answer to a holiday you can afford - on your budget.
Contact Form or email janjhuntington@gmail.com
An affordable alternative to a travel agent. You only pay a consultation fee for your itinerary.
Coffee Table Photo Books
When you return from your trip we can provide you with a personalised coffee table book of your photographs, this is at an additional cost. General photo books are also available.
Coffee Table Photo Books