Zoe Barnes

After completing a 2 year HND Travel & Tourism course I started my career within the travel industry in 1995.  I still thoroughly enjoy sending clients on their own adventures 22 years on.

Early on in my career I welcomed an opportunity to travel the World for a year experiencing the places I love to sell the most.  During this time I spent 3 months in Thailand travelling by both land & sea using the public transportation system.  I also spent time in Singapore, Bali, Australia, New Zealand and LA.  I will be more than happy to assist you in any of these destinations and more.

More recently my family holidays have been to Spain, France and Disneyland, Orlando.  From theme park thrills, to pool side entertainment or alpine skiing I can help tailor the best choice for you and your family.

Costa Rica has recently become one of my favourite destinations. From hanging bridge walks to volcano climbing. Spending time at the beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park on the Pacific Ocean coastline and not to mention Zip Lining over the top of the jungle canopy, this truly was an experience of a lifetime. 

If you’re seeking an adventure, a relaxing yoga retreat or a family holiday, I’ll be happy to assist.

Get to know Zoe

Work related:

1. When did you start working in the travel industry? 1997

2. Why did you start working in travel / what brought you to the industry? I loved the idea of travelling to experience different cultures & landscapes around the world.

3. What’s your favourite aspect of your job? The variety that each request brings, no holiday is the same!

4. What’s the best holiday you’ve created for a customer? Family holiday to Australia with a stopover in Thailand.

5. What’s quality (or qualities) are most valuable in a travel agent? Being able to listen, advise and produce the perfect holiday requested of them.

6. Best piece of advice / top travel tip? Live for the moment and embrace your experiences, memories are made this way.

About you:

1. What would you be doing if you weren’t a travel expert? A scientist

2. Top 3 favourite travel destinations (that you've been to)? Costa Rica, Australia and Disney World, Orlando

3. What are your Top 3 bucket list destinations? Hong Kong, Vietnam and Canada

4. Name your Top 3 films Cool Runnings, Everest, Lion

5. Best travel book(s)? ‘What Alice Forgot’ by Liane Moriarty

6. Favourite place in the UK? Perranporth, Cornwall