About Emma Whiting Travel
Your story is our destination
At Emma Whiting Travel, we believe travel isn’t just about ticking places off a list - it’s about creating moments you’ll carry with you forever. Whether it’s sipping wine in a Tuscan vineyard, chasing the Northern Lights across the Arctic sky, or discovering a hidden beach in the Greek Isles, our journeys are designed to feel personal, effortless, and unforgettable.
For over two decades, Emma and her team have been curating bespoke holidays for travellers who value connection, authenticity, and a touch of indulgence.
We know that your time is precious, so we take the stress out of planning by handling every detail - flights, transfers, hidden-gem stays, and the little extras that make a trip truly special.
From first-time explorers to seasoned adventurers, we work closely with you to design an itinerary that feels like you.
No cookie-cutter tours.
No one-size-fits-all.
Just carefully crafted experiences that blend comfort, culture, and those magical moments you can’t find on Google.
Our clients choose us for our insider knowledge, long-standing industry relationships, and ability to open doors that others can’t - whether that’s a private after-hours museum tour, a chef’s table in a world-class kitchen, or a luxury expedition cruise to the ends of the earth.
This is your adventure. We just make it effortless.
Why Travel with EWT
We believe extraordinary is personal, unforgettable, and full of wonder.
We’re passionate about bringing your travel dreams to life with bespoke, fully inclusive itineraries - that open doors to authentic experiences, hidden treasures, and moments you’ll remember forever.
Unforgettable Journeys
We thrive on creating experiences you won’t find anywhere else — sleep beneath the northern lights in a glass igloo, cook alongside a Michelin-starred chef, or explore the Amalfi Coast by private boat.
Backed by uncompromising processes, leading technology, and a dedication to excellence, you can trust us to deliver an unforgettable journey that inspires the soul.
Trusted Suppliers
Through our extensive network of trusted suppliers and exclusive partnerships with luxury international networks like Virtuoso, we offer privileged VIP access and a world of benefits.
From hotels and resorts to cruise lines and tours, we connect you with the finest amenities and upgrades available worldwide.
Exceptional Support
Our team of travel designers brings first-hand experience from around the globe, insider knowledge, and a deep commitment to exceptional service.
We manage every detail so your journey is seamless and stress-free, supporting you from your first call to the moment you return to share your treasured memories.
How we work
Handcrafting memorable travel experiences takes time and expertise, and we appreciate how precious your holiday time is. That’s why it’s so important to ensure we’re the right fit from the start.
During an initial phone consultation, we’ll discuss your preferences and expectations and outline our professional fee structure.
Once we’re confident we’re the perfect match for your needs, we’ll arrange an appointment with a travel designer who has expert knowledge about your destination of choice.
Get in touch today to book your discovery consultation - we can’t wait to help you turn your travel dreams into your next unforgettable adventure.
The EWT Design Process
Discovery Consultation
Your journey begins with a one-on-one consultation, where your travel designer takes the time to understand your vision — from your preferred timeframes and level of luxury to your bucket-list destinations and experiences. With a clear picture of your travel dreams, we’ll guide you through the next steps, including the deposit needed to secure our time and expertise in crafting your bespoke itinerary.
Itinerary Design
Next, we bring your vision to life. Collaborating with our trusted suppliers, your travel designer will create a fully inclusive, tailor-made itinerary that reflects your desires. Along the way, we’ll share suggestions, inspiration, and updates — after all, this is your journey. When you confirm your arrangements, your design deposit is simply applied to your total balance.
Behind the Scenes
Even after your itinerary is complete, our work continues. We handle all the logistics — from hotels, cruises, tours, transfers, and flights, to day-to-day activities, event tickets, and those unforgettable, soul-stirring experiences only our connections can secure. You get to focus on the fun stuff: planning outfits, dreaming up restaurants to try, and sights to see.
‘Bon Voyage’
Before you depart, we’ll meet to answer any last-minute questions and ensure you’re fully prepared. Then it’s time to say ‘bon voyage’ as your adventure begins — knowing we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Share Your Story
When you return, we love hearing about your highlights, seeing your photos, and learning from your experiences. Your feedback helps us perfect future journeys, so we can continue being your trusted partners in creating travel memories that last a lifetime.
Meet Our Travel Advisors
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Emma Whiting
OWNER DIRECTOR
In 1976 - my passion for travel began during a three-month family journey through the UK and Europe. I was quite young to remember all the details, but the stories shared have kept the memories vivid. Revisiting these places over the years has only fuelled my desire to explore even more of the world.
Spending my days planning and organising travel journeys never feels like work. The real joy comes from hearing clients’ stories and knowing I’ve helped create memories they’ll treasure forever.
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Barbara Taylor
TRAVEL ADVISOR
From a young age, I never needed to be asked twice - ”Would you like to go?” - I was already packing! Almost every weekend, we hiked through the breathtaking Julian Alps of Slovenia, sometimes venturing into Italy or Austria. For me, it didn’t matter where - we could be anywhere, as long as I was moving, exploring and discovering.
It’s no surprise that travel became more than just a passion; it became my career. I’ve travelled extensively across Europe, and since moving to Australia, my adventures have taken me to even more corners of this incredible planet. The journey is far from over!
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Cath McDiarmid
TRAVEL ADVISOR
I’ve been designing travel experiences for over 24 years, but my love for it started long before it became a career. Growing up, most of our family holidays meant piling into the car and heading for the beach in NSW - simple, sun-soaked adventures that still hold a special place in my heart. My first overseas trip came in my early teens when we went to Hawaii… and I just fell in love with it. The colour, the culture, the feeling of being somewhere completely different - it felt so exotic and beautiful, and it sparked a passion that’s never faded.
Since then, I’ve been fortunate to explore the world extensively, though South East Asia continues to call me back. The people, the food, the rhythm of life there are endlessly captivating, and it’s a part of the world I feel deeply connected to - one I love sharing with my clients.
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David Tattersall
CLIENT LIASON & AIRLINE SUPPORT
London, 1982. I arrived on a one-way ticket from Australia, ready to begin my journey of discovery. Over the next ten years, I lived and travelled throughout the UK, Europe, and Asia - an experience that only deepened my love of travel and ultimately inspired me to become a travel agent a decade later.
Since then, I’ve spent over 30 years in the industry, working across a variety of roles - from travel designer and team leader to airline coordinator and assistant sales manager. Each chapter has enriched the way I design journeys today, bringing both professional expertise and personal insight to every client I work with.
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Jacqueline Leemann
BUSINESS OPERATIONS SUPPORT & APARTMENT BAUDELAIRE MANAGER
My passion for travel began as a young child on trips to Europe to visit family. Now, after 20 years in the travel industry, I know I’ve chosen one of the most fulfilling and rewarding careers imaginable. Some of my favourite experiences include visiting an orangutan sanctuary in Borneo, exploring Palmyra in Syria, uncovering the best of the UK, and embracing “island time” in Caye Caulker, Belize.
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Jay Harrison
TRAVEL ADVISOR
A hunger for adventure is one of the best gifts I inherited from my parents, and travel has always been the ultimate way to satisfy it. It all began with a family trip to Ireland when I was a “little lad” in kindergarten, and since then my passion for sharing the joy of travel has only grown.
Forming relationships with clients - you! - and turning travel dreams into reality is one of the most rewarding ways I could spend my days.
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Jedda Doidge
TRAVEL ADVISOR
For the past 13 years, I’ve been designing dream holidays to some of the world’s most spectacular destinations. Some of my personal favourites include countless itineraries across the Mediterranean, Scandinavia, Africa, and South America - regions that never fail to inspire me.
This industry has also given me the gift of my own unforgettable travels, taking me to places I never imagined I’d be lucky enough to see. Some of my highlights so far? Exploring Kenya on a small group tour, wandering through Peru, cruising the Mediterranean, and snorkelling in the Maldives. Each journey deepens my love for travel - and my passion for creating those kinds of experiences for others.
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Karla Bett
TRAVEL ADVISOR
Growing up, my family ran a coach touring business, so I was “on tour” from a very young age. Those early years travelling extensively around Australia in the 70s and 80s sparked my passion for exploring, and it felt only natural to take that curiosity further out into the world.
I feel incredibly fortunate to have built a lifelong career in an industry that has never really felt like work. From designing itineraries to escorting groups and swapping travel stories with colleagues and clients, every day reminds me why I love what I do.
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Kelli Fisher
TRAVEL ADVISOR
After more than 30 years in the industry, my love of travel has never slowed. From the culture and cuisine of Europe to overland adventures in Africa, each journey feels as exciting as the first. Recent highlights include a walking trip through Tasmania and a family fly-drive across the beautiful South Island of New Zealand - reminders that there’s always somewhere new to explore.
I especially love helping first-time travellers and families plan their holidays, guiding them through every step so they can focus on the joy of the experience.
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Mandy Finlayson
TRAVEL ADVISOR
I fell into travel more than 20 years ago while living in the UK - and I’ve never looked back. What I love most is everything travel brings with it: the culture, the history, the new experiences, the differences… but above all, the people you meet along the way.
For me, the greatest joy of being a Travel Advisor is sharing that world with our clients - helping them discover the same magic that made me fall in love with travel in the first place.
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Santo Montalto
TRAVEL ADVISOR
As a young child with a curious mind, I could spend hours studying the atlas and dreaming of where those pages might take me. I knew, even then, that travel would be my passion.
Almost 30 years on in the industry, I’ve been fortunate to witness some of the world’s most extraordinary moments - from the midnight sun glowing over Norway, to the great migration of wildebeest across the plains of Tanzania. More recently, I’ve discovered my love of cruising, exploring the world by water and finding new perspectives with every journey.
Get in touch today to book your discovery consultation - we can’t wait to help you turn your travel dreams into your next unforgettable adventure.