When planning and booking your travel for 2023, please consider peak events and block-out dates. We have created this handy overview of events around Australia and New Zealand, and recommend downloading and circulating this within your office.
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Peak Events Australia & New Zealand 2023
Monday, February 20, 2023
Where Well Heeled Australians Will Travel To In 2023
We spoke to travel guru and Managing Director Penny Spencer to find out where well heeled Australians will travel to in 2023.
There
are plenty of people who say they can predict where Australians will travel to
in 2023, but Managing Director and experienced Travel Agent Penny Spencer from Spencer
Travel who specialises in luxury travel
takes us inside her black book to share where high end Australian travellers
have already booked for 2023.
From
a surge in bookings for Wellness Retreats to some serious high end bookings in
Africa, Europe and Egypt, Australians are set for a huge year of luxury travel
in 2023.
Renae: What
are luxury travellers looking for in 2023 that they were not looking for
previously?
Penny:
New destinations and new experiences. Private islands, private boats and jets.
They
want exclusive and not necessarily flying commercial. So the Four Seasons
Private Jet itineraries or Captain’s Choice private jet itineraries get done
more quickly and in style.
Chartering
Super Yachts is also popular – as they can have a large group of friends in one
location and holiday in style. There are also now a lot of charter boat
companies which make it that bit more affordable.
Private
islands in Fiji, in Australia will also be very appealing for Australians as
they provide plenty of privacy. Read More…
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Meet New Group Specialist Matthew Ball
Spencer Travel’s Groups and Events Department is growing, and we are thrilled to introduce to you our new Group Specialist Matthew Ball.
Matthew
has been in travel for over 20 years. He’s very passionate about the industry,
and was initially inspired by his grandfather’s brother who was a check captain
before taking on the role of CEO of TAA. Matthew also has a strong background
in IT and enjoys combining this knowledge with his passion for travel.
What
do you like about working at Spencer
Travel?
“I
am lucky to have worked for a broad variety of travel companies, however from
the moment I started with Spencer the professionalism along with team support
was second to none.
I
am in Perth and lucky enough to work with ease from my office, based on the
other side of the country.”
What
is your favourite holiday destination?
“Hands
down without even thinking about it Las Vegas. No, I don’t gamble it’s just a
place where you can do anything at anytime. A great city to travel solo, with
family and or friends.”
What
is your best travel tip?
“Pack
noise cancelling headphones, and expect the unexpected when travelling. However
with noise cancelling headphones you can tune out of any distractions.”
Welcome
to the team Matthew!
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
5 Tips for Business Success by Penny Spencer, Director of Spencer Travel
Penny Spencer is the founder and Director of Spencer Travel. Established in 1998 Spencer Travel is a multi-award winning company which has been voted Australia’s Best Corporate Travel Agency for the last 3 years in a row and is also a recent recipient of the 2012 City of Sydney Business Award for Tourism. Having worked in the industry for over 28 years and having built her own company from scratch Penny now shares her business and life lessons to aspiring female entrepreneurs.
There is no secret recipe for success. It is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out. And it goes without saying – action is the foundation key to all success.
5 Tips for Business Success by Penny Spencer
1. Love what you do
For me the most important things are being passionate about what you do. Travel was something that always interested me. When I first got on a plane at the age of 6 I knew I wanted to work in something to do with travel. The excitement of going somewhere new, the plane trip, being part of an adventure- I knew this was what I wanted to do when I grew up. Even after years of working in the Industry I can honestly say that I still love everything about what I do. I still have the energy for the industry and for my business. I learn something new every day and I love a challenge. All of that gets me out of bed in the morning – every day is a new experience.
2. Always go the extra mile
Despite having climbed the ranks of the industry and having managed many corporate travel agencies throughout my career, opening my own agency presented its own challenges. Whilst I had the passion and knowledge for the industry, figuring out how to run the business was something new for me.
In order to increase my business management skills I joined the NSW Government and ABN Mentoring program in my second year of running the business. It is not enough to just know your industry –you have to know how to run a business in your industry.
Running a business brings its own challenges and I constantly seek new ways to further enhance the growth of the business. I am committed to striking a balance with my husband and two young children and as part of this I work Tuesday to Friday giving me three days for my family. It takes a lot of persistence, stamina, energy and business ability to do what I do.
3. Be adaptable
There are numerous obstacles in every business, but I think the biggest obstacle is dealing with change and adapting to it. September 11 was a big obstacle for the travel industry as the phone stopped ringing and didn’t ring again for 6 months or more. You need to adapt to these sorts of obstacles, think of new ways of doing business, communicate with staff and clients and most of all believe in yourself that you can look beyond the obstacle and plan for the future. Read More…
Monday, August 8, 2022
Penny Spencer sets high sights for Spencer Travel
When it comes to Penny Spencer’s plans for Spencer Travel, the sky is literally the limit. Spencer explains how with a bit of hard work, and a clear business plan, Spencer Travel became one of Australia’s few Virgin Galactic space agents.
Penny
Spencer’s enthusiasm for travel is clear within moments of stepping into Spencer
Travel. Her attitude is reflected in the
inviting, colourfully decorated office. Surrounded by the warm colours I’m
instantly at home, not that the managing director is at all surprised. In fact
my reaction is what she often rouses from customers and staff when they enter
the Feng Shui designed space. “The environment is very important,” says
Spencer. “Everyone spends so much time in their office space; it should have
the right energy, and the right feeling.” Without a single speck of grey, or an
uninviting sharp corner in sight, I settle into my chair and listen to how this
glowing mother-to-be went from stamping brochures to selling tickets to space.
Spencer
always knew her place was in the travel industry, and desperate to get a start,
she began knocking on the doors of suburban travel agencies, offering to work
for free. Eventually she was taken on by Adventure World Travel, and before
long hired as a Girl Friday to run every errand imaginable. “It was a good leg
to get into the industry and understand the business right from the bottom,”
says Spencer.
The
dream of doing things the Spencer Travel way was in the back of her mind as she
climbed the travel industry ladder, and finally, nine years ago, the dream
became a reality. Since then, her corporate travel agency has recorded a growth of 500 percent, and an
annual turnover of $15 million. It has taken Spencer 17 years to get to where
she is, and she now offers her employees the same opportunity to work their way
to the top. Read More…
Thursday, June 9, 2022
Your Trusted Partner in Bespoke Corporate Travel Management
Need a trusted partner in corporate travel management in this COVID-19 world?
For 20+ years, Spencer Travel has offered tailored corporate travel services with stellar service, value and communication - and a long list of achievements including Employer of the Year 2019 for Women in Travel and Corporate Travel Agency of the Year 2018 for agencies with under 100 million in revenue.
The perks of partnering with Spencer Travel
We don’t only make your corporate business travel easy but we make it exciting by leveraging long-standing partnerships and affiliations to give you exclusive perks.
We align with the world’s best airlines, hotels and venues to grant you the best pricing, special offers and VIP attention.
Amongst our list of preferred hotel partners are names you love and recognise such as Four Seasons, Shangri-La Group and Hyatt Privé.
When you trust us with your corporate travel management, we ensure you are set up correctly to reap these benefits immediately upon travelling.
Need corporate group travel services for your team?
Taking your team to a meeting, conference or off-site event?
For corporate group travel, we have a dedicated Events & Groups department to ensure seamless, efficient and cost-effective arrangements, no matter your team size.
You’ll have your own consultant from start to finish who will coordinate your group flights and accommodation, food and beverage needs, transfers, any team building events as well as report back on budget management.
Corporate travel insurance through Spencer Travel
And the word we’re all tired of - COVID-19. This new world calls for solid corporate travel insurance. We partner with nib to ensure your corporate business travel is safe through the planning, experiencing and coming home stages.
Our corporate
travel insurance services also offer coverage for cancelled flights and trips,
lost or stolen luggage, medical and dental emergencies and injuries and
illnesses. Read More…
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
The Best Trips are always Made with Spencer Travel
Take the stress out of traveling post-COVID with Spencer Travel. Founded in 1988 by Penny Spencer, Spencer Travel has established itself as Australia’s preferred corporate travel management company with its impeccable 24/7 customer service and efficient technology used in every process. Being a boutique-sized company, the attention to detail of the award-winning team at Spencer Travel is unparalleled. You can truly count on Spencer Travel to attend to all your travel needs and treat you like a star!
With all this time cooped up during
COVID-19, you deserve the best as you return to the joys of travelling and rest
assured, you can find that at Spencer Travel. The team is highly experienced in
all types of travel, from corporate and business
travel services to leisure and entertainment travel.
Committed to providing clients with a highly personalised experience every
time, you can even browse through the Spencer Travel advisors online to choose
the perfect one for you.
Spencer Travel lets you take the hard work out of planning a successful trip and have more time for the good stuff. The team will do their magic in organising the best value airfares and accommodation for your needs and budget, arranging comfortable and reliable transport and booking unforgettable activities so you can make some amazing memories wherever you go! All you need to focus on is having a great trip and we will do the rest.
The experienced Spencer Travel team can even help you with your visa, as we understand that it’s not always easy - or enjoyable! Read More…
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