About italktravel & cruise Belmont
In 2022 we celebrate over 13 Years in Business
Kimberley Taylor is the director of our business, Kiannda Pty Ltd which was established in 2008.
In July 2014 Kimberley decided to partner with other like-minded, progressive travel agents within our own local area and around the country who are young at heart and locally owned. We formed part of a the Express Travel Group, which is focused on acting local but thinking global. Over the years we have provided our clients with world-class travel solutions and will continue to do this into the future.
At italktravel & cruise Belmont we continue to pride ourselves on customer service, local employment and commitment to the community in which we operate!
Meet the Team
We are travel experience creators. We are photographers, runners, gardeners, parents, partners, dog lovers, wine connoisseurs, thrill seekers and dreamers.
We are all together aspiring to create incredible journeys and amazing memories.
Kimberley Taylor - Business Owner
When she returned home from a 5 week trip of a lifetime to Egypt and Africa, Kimberley wasted no time turning her passion for exploring the world into a career. Starting out as a junior consultant in 2002, she then opened her own Harvey World Travel franchise in 2008. Kimberley loves the adventurous side to travel – exploring a town and taking the time to sit with the locals and immerse herself within their culture and cuisine. She also likes a challenge, with climbing to the peak of Mt Kilimanjaro being her biggest so far, both physically and mentally but at the same time 100% rewarding and exhilarating!
Years of Travel: 19
Destinations Visited: New Zealand, Cook Islands, Vanuatu, Fiji, Samoa, USA & the Hawaiian Islands, Canada, Thailand, Malaysia Bali, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, India, Taiwan, Bintan Island, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Tanzania, Egypt, Dubai, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Paris, London, Budapest, Vienna as well as throughout Australia including Norfolk and Lord Howe Islands. Kimberley has also cruised the South Pacific with P&O and Royal Caribbean, the Murray River, the Nile, Halong Bay and the rivers of Europe with Avalon.
Sara Colthorpe - Office Manager | Travel & Cruise Consultant
After living in London and travelling throughout Europe in 2006, Sara decided it was time to pursue a career in Travel. Through her own adventures, she has experienced many unique cultures and seen some amazing places. New York is still a highlight for her with so many fantastic experiences - from walking through the snow in Central Park to taking a ride on the Staten Island ferry to catch a view of the Statue of Liberty, she loved it all.
Years in Travel: 15
Destinations Visited: New Zealand, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Fiji, Dubai, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, Bali, Vietnam, China, Hong Kong and Macau, USA & Hawaiian Islands, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Italy, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands as well as throughout Australia including Darwin & Kakadu. Sara has also cruised the South Pacific with P&O and Royal Caribbean, as well as the rivers of Europe with Scenic.
Testimonials
I have booked many international and domestic trips with the office since it opened. I have always been impressed by the staff who are meticulous in organising every aspect of my travel experiences so I don’t need to worry about anything. At times when things needed to be changed I was grateful for their professional and friendly manner with me to work through the alternatives. The staff and I have become lovely friends over the years and all my future travel will be booked with italktravel & cruise Belmont because I know I have a great team looking after me.
- Catheryne
The staff go out of their way to help you plan your trip. Nothing is a problem. Wonderful customer service.
- Merrelyn
Over several years Sara and the staff have booked for our family many holidays both domestic and international. On each occasion they have been very approachable, friendly and professional in all our dealings providing great suggestions and advice. I can't wait until we can all travel again and explore more adventures and will certainly be asking italktravel & cruise Belmont to assist us with this.
- Olwyn
Thank you all for your ongoing professionalism in these extremely uncertain times. At all times for the past 10 years you have given support and direction to our travel requirements, and over the past months have kept us fully informed as to our particular concerns due to the COVID pandemic. Thank you all for your continuing support.
- Glen & Dianne
Awards
italktravel Belmont has received numerous of awards, and our consultants have achieved recognition for outstanding sales with our suppliers. We have twice won “Travel Agency of the Year” and twice been a finalist This award acknowledges us as a premier travel agency, and a leader in excellent customer service.
2019: italktravel 'Agency of the Year Cruise'
2018/2015: italktravel 'Outstanding Achievement Award'
2018/2014: AFTA 'Best Travel Agency Retail' Nominated
2018/2013: Hunter Business Awards Tourism Services Finalist
2017: italktravel 'Agent of the Year Touring'
2013/2012: NSW/ACT Agency of the Year Finalist
2011/2010: NSW/ACT Agency of the Year Winner
2013/2012/2011/2010/2009: NSW Top Selling Consultants
Travel Agency Associations
AFTA (Australian Federation of Travel Agents)
italktravel Belmont is a proud member of AFTA, the Australian Federation of Travel Agents. This is a nationally recognised trade group in Australia. AFTA enhances the professionalism and profitability of its members through effective representation in industry and government affairs, education and training, and by identifying and satisfying the needs of the travelling public.
ATAS ( AFTA Travel Accredited Scheme)
italktravel is part of a select group who is ATAS accredited. ATAS vets travel agents against strict criteria to ensure they meet certain standards, are reliable, well trained and professional businesses. Before becoming accredited, ATAS agents need to meet high standards of business discipline, training, compliance with Australian Consumer Law and compliance with a strict code of conduct – ensuring your piece of mind when booking travel