Planning a group travel departure for a school trip, girl’s weekend, sports trip or theater group just to name a few can be daunting. Especially when you consider all the elements involved flights, accommodation, transfers, activities, itineraries and passports etc.. The amount of coordination can ...

It has been 8 months in the making for PTM, but 3 years for our client and it all comes down to today SOAR 2017! Every 3 years Girl Guides has this enormous camp out for a week. This year it is in Smithers. Personal Travel Management has organised the flights for close to 1,500 guiders and 200 volu...

What an outstanding Group and an Incredible Trip to Africa in May 2018! Upon arrival into Arusha, we were met by Abby from Boutique Safaris and transferred to the Mount Meru Hotel for our 2 night stay. After a lovely breakfast we were up and at it, first stop, the Tanzanite Museum. Here we learned ...

It's been on your list, now here is the chance to experience the Yukon! This small group (max 12 participants!) will travel to Whitehorse together from Vancouver (flights included) and enjoy the culture and natural experiences that the Yukon has to offer! While the Aurora Borealis might be what you...

Sometimes it's just about the camraderie! Greece is one of those destinations known for drinking alcohol..it is also a destination best visited by boat. HOOKED is letting Virgin Voyages handle the itinerary and all we have to do is enjoy. Of course, there will be some HOOKED full-sensory flare adde...

In the heart of the Pacific Ocean lies a land of timeless beauty and rich cultural heritage – Japan.For those seeking an unforgettable adventure filled with awe-inspiring landscapes, centuries-old traditions, and the warm embrace of Japanese hospitality, Oceania Cruises, in collaboration with Perso...

We are all sitting now at Zanzibar airport waiting for the start of our flights. Everyone is sad that it has come to an end now. What an outstanding trip it was! My dad and Robyn had the best trip of their entire lives and dad did everything even getting a henna tatoo. He gave speeches and we all k...

Darci Murray has been part of the Personal Travel Management team for over five years. Darci believes in giving back to the community and has raised thousands of dollars for various sports clubs within BC. As a committed Travel Agent she promises to provide clients with expert knowledge and friendl...

What is a 15 day tour of Morocco like? AMAZING! Here is my perspective. While in Spain last year, I made a spur of the moment decision to go to Morocco and it was the highlight of my 76 days travelling. My G Adventures tour was well-paced with good walks, a very knowledgeable tour guide, comfortabl...

This itinerary has it all! Visit Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Ndutu Region and the infamous Serengeti National Park. By the end of your 11-day tour, you will be able to determine what makes each region special. This Itinerary also has a 2 night immerse experience at EEMPS where guest...

Family & Custom Travel Expert✈ Changing lives through travel ✈ Creating experiences & memories ✈ Disney → Europe → Antarctica✈ Singles → Groups☎ Where is your next adventure? My passion for travel ignited at the age of 13 when I spent 6 weeks in Seville, Spain for Expo '92. Flamenco dancing...

I specialize in: making bucket list dreams come truecreating memories through family adventuressolidifying connection with family heritage tours. A passion for travel, enthusiasm for learning other cultures and a keen desire to connect with all destinations worldwide makes me the perfect match for ...

Laura's life and travel experiences led her to join the exciting world of adventure travel in 2008. Having lived in such diverse countries as Pakistan and Ghana growing up definitely made an impression, as did the many travels that have followed in recent years during her time working in the advent...

Travelling is an addiction - once you start, it's hard to stop which is why I've been doing it for over 20 years. It's hard to say which place is my favorite; the smell from the food stalls in the Jemmaa el Fna square in Marrakech, Petra at sunset, Machu Picchu at sunrise, rafting down the Zambezi,...

I am a prime example of how travel can change the course of a person’s life. Over 22 years ago, I took a leave of absence from an accounting position and traveled for a few months. I had always been a wanderer and explorer and upon my return home, I decided to change my career path and the rest is ...

I read a quote once that said a traveler sees what he sees, a tourist sees what he has come to see. Preconceived ideas of what to expect often hinder our comprehension and we are educated more from knowledge learned through experience. At this time, I choose to take the quote literally. I believe t...

Wendy Perkins-Mantle has over 30 years of travel consulting expertise, spanning from backpacking adventure and family reunions to luxury cruising, upscale tours and conventions, business travel, education and school music/sports groups. To provide the best service possible, Wendy has accompanied as...

Celebration of new routes! It was time to celebrate the year that has gone and the new routes that Air Canada is offering out of Vancouver. 4 of our agents, Jenny Revesz, Bronwen Hill, Rikki Hepburn and Yvette Crossley joined Air Canada. Click this link to read the article. Air Canada: Making Spiri...

Wise old growth trees and stardust bring Whistlers' Cougar Mountain to life. It is said that Leonard and Gloria set off looking for the Hidden Valley. They haven’t been seen since their departure. Last night my friends and I set off through the forest at Whistler’s Cougar Mountain to find this 'Hi...

Our Adventure Agent Janice recently returned from Croatia and was awestruck! She participated in a guided tour cycling along the Dalmatian Coast. Here is a little about her experience! I’ve been to many European countries, but none compare to the stunning beauty of the Dalmatian coast. I just retu...

As a travel specialist, I work with families to create family stories and experiences. My expertise is with multi-generational families and those with special needs. I am myself an avid world traveller (with my extended family) and am passionate about connecting multi-generational families with per...

Our South Pacific Experts - Bronwen Hill | Jenny Revesz | Linda Heiss “Where do I go?” and “what do I do?” are like the chorus of a favorite song to our ears. Yes, it’s repetitive, for sure, but we love to hear you belt out those words. Especially, when you ask about the South Pacific. The South Pa...

Family memories, some fade, some stick around. What are the memories that stick in your mind? Perhaps, it’s: your eldest catching each speeding drip of a triple decker -- and very melty -- ice cream cone treat that grandma and grandpa spoiled him with while soaking in the sun on the lido deck of cr...

For over 35 years I have been in the Travel Industry creating unique custom adventures for clients.I specialize in a lot of areas from Corporate and Sports Teams to Groups and Incentives, but what I love the most is taking your dreams and turning them into your reality. When you are spending your t...

What an incredible event to be associated with – Girl Guides SOAR (Spirit of Adventure Rendezvous) which this year was held in beautiful Smithers, BC. The event takes place every 3 years in B.C. and over 2,000 girls from across the Province, as well as visiting Guides from around the world, make th...

I slowly walked or shall I say shuffled up the Marangu route to the top of Kilimanjaro. I must say I did feel light headed and wondered what am I doing climbing in the dark through snow with a headache. However, like giving birth it was worth in when I got to the top as the sun was coming up. My fa...

Congratulations Heather on your retirement! Wishing you all the best! Are you a client of Heather's looking to plan your next vacation? Colleagues Sheri and Laura will be able to assist you. Please reach out to them for your future travel needs! Heather’s obsession with travel goes back to the days...

Rikki Hepburn is a Business Owner with over 25 years of leisure and corporate travel experience. I have enjoyed the Business of Travel from the time I graduated with a Tourism degree from Grant MacEwan college ions ago to the present day. The growth in the industry from then to now, although challe...

Sheri’s passion is authentic travel shared with like-minded people enthusiastic about exploring our big planet! With over 20 years in the travel industry, Sheri’s knowledge and expertise of worldwide adventure comes first-hand; she’s travelled extensively on all 7 continents in over 100 countries. ...

This year, in May, I visited the small town of Quepos, Costa Rica while on a G Adventures Tour. It was our first stop on a 16 day multi-destination trip, and a wonderful way to start the adventure. Quepos (pronounced Kay-POS) is located on the Pacific Coast, about a 5- hour bus ride from San Jose....

I remember it well… sitting on my parents’ patio in Johannesburg, listening to my uncle tell stories of his adventures around the world. He owned a large travel agency in Germany, and was escorting a small group of clients on yet another African Safari. His life seemed so interesting as he regaled ...

Want to go beyond the commonplace? Then take full advantage of our luxury travel experts with a craft-your-own experience. You won’t regret it! When you ask about luxury travel, our agents share their insider access to cruises and destinations beyond your imagination. We will find you the adventur...

Never miss a trip of a lifetime. Travelling solo is possible – and fun!Travelling solo offers you the opportunity to travel without the limitations of another traveller’s budget or timeline. It’s a trip just for you. Adventures are always yours to decide, with options or add-ons tovisit Hobbiton of...

Are you looking to Explore the World? Let us inspire you with some amazing destinations with high quality guides. Robyn Freels and Bronwen Hill, travel consultants with Personal Travel Management are hosting an evening with Erin Buttler of G Adventures to share with you some amazing destinations!...

I want to share with you a little about me, and what I offer my guests on our trips. The most valuable resource I can offer is my passion. My love of travel, art and culture shines through in everything I do. My clients, my family and my friends turn to me for advice and knowledge about travel but ...

CruiseCompete has released its list of seven reasons why travelers should consider taking an inaugural cruise, noting that avid cruisers often add these voyages to the top of their vacation lists due to the many perks and bonuses of the sailings. There are currently 79 ships scheduled to debut from...

Of Ponies and Gorillas! Most people, including myself associate Uganda with gorilla trekking. And that is absolutely true – as I’ve now experienced – but there is so much more to this ‘Pearl of Africa’, as Winston Churchill called it. I arrived at Entebbe International Airport and was whisked away ...

I’ve been without my passport and my 35mm camera for the past two weeks and it has me feeling restless and uneasy. I don’t have immediate plans to go traveling abroad yet still, there is something extremely alluring about the potential of last minute travel. Knowing that the essential groundwork ha...

What is in a name anyway? In this case: So. Dang. Much! I had just gotten back from Mexico and was inspired to start a project that shared the type of travel experiences that I cherish and love with my community, the world, and basically, anyone who would look and listen. Only thing was, I needed ...

Looking for a great multi-generational Destination? Try Costa Rica. Interested in a multi-generational family vacation? Looking to take your kids and grandkids or a group of friends on a holiday and trying to find a destination to please everyone including grandparents, adults, teenagers and kids h...

French Polynesia exceeded my expectations of being only a sun and sand destination, here is how! I sit on the back deck of the MS Paul Gauguin in the La Palette Lounge with my morning tea soaking in the volcanic rock formations that surround our ship. We are anchored in Cooks Bay on the Island of M...

Truly appreciate the views along the Dalmation coast of Croatia. Cycle this picturesque coastline and enjoy the vistas, culture and historical interest points. Your 8 day itinerary will take you from Split onto the islands of Hvar and Korcula, then onto the mainland down to Dubrovnik. Your guide an...

Some airlines are doing more to support the LGBTQ community than others - which ones to choose! Stonewall 50 and World Pride 2019 are starting this week in New York. Our agent Dean has shared with us the airlines that are supporting the community and showing a little flare in the process. JetBlue -...

Recently, Elizabeth Story of Kensington Tours shared her experience. We thought we should share the highlights with you! "I feel like one of the lucky ones when I tell people where I get to work, and my good fortune rang particularly true when I took my daughter to South Africa with Kensington Tour...

Agent Rikki Hepburn visited Costa Rica, she couldn't stop talking about it - so here is her blog. I just returned from the most amazing trip to Costa Rica, my first time and so hope I have the opportunity to return. If you have never been, definitely add it to your list of destinations you want to ...

Teenager Marcus gives us his review of Club Med Cancun. Club Med Cancun was an experience that I will never forget. My days were filled with fun, joy, laughter and lots of guacamole. Before the trip, I would look up videos of the resort. When I would click "search" countless videos of sailing, wind...

After wanting to visit Spain for the last 20 years, our Agent Katie finally made it there. She loved it! Travelling to Northern Spain was truly a trip of a lifetime for me! Finally I was visiting the very country that had been on the top of my bucket list for the past 20 years, and what better way ...

Upon culminating a career in Wealth Management as a Certified Financial Planner in 2019, I found myself in need of a change. The decision to transform my love of laid-back luxury travel into helping guide others on their own journeys seemed quite natural. I’m fortunate to have joined an incredible ...

Bizarre Itinerary? The lesser known must sees When I received an invitation to go on a fam to Paris, I was excited to see what had changed since the last time I was there about 20 years ago. When I went through the itinerary, I was surprised to see that not one of the 'normal' attractions was on th...

While many of my colleagues were at our annual Ensemble Travel Conference focusing on “Travelling with a Purpose”, I was in Nepal hiking to Everest Base Camp. It was a trip that has been on my bucket list for more than 20 years and I was living what the conference was promoting. What a great adven...

The support is amazing! Over the last couple of weeks, it has been amazing to see how many people have come out of the woodwork to check in on their travel agent friends and those in the travel industry. On the 12th of March 2020 one of our travel agents was sent this YODA picture. On March 12th we...

Our amazing travel agents travel. Here they share with you some of where they have been, what they did and their impressions! I (Anna Meckling) lived in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, for more than 10 years and my little Fly Girl Abby was born there! When we return, it’s always fun to visit on...

Travel comes naturally to me. When I was 18 months old, my mom took me on a six-week journey around England, France, Scotland, and Wales because she wanted to read me Wordsworth in its proper setting. Summer road trips took us from one coast of Canada to the other and back again. A love of adventur...

Now is the time to explore our own British Columbia (BC) backyard. With travel precautions in place the hot topic is trips in BC and which BC backroad do we explore. What is that place that is in BC that we have heard of, always said we would go, but never did. Trips in BC are now, just for those l...

Birdwatching… it’s a thing… it is actually a really big thing! If 2020 has taught us anything it is to ‘SLOW DOWN’ and enjoy our immediate surroundings. When we are forced to live in today with no crazy busy plans for tomorrow, things like watching birds, smelling flowers and appreciating sunsets ...

We travelled to Poland for a friends wedding. In doing so, we discovered so much more than we expected! This blog has been written by one of Personal Travel Managements' clients; Angelique Vair. My husband and I took a trip through Europe last summer and our sole purpose of the trip was to attend a...

As a seasoned traveler and custom tour designer, Jen brings several years’ experience specializing in Africa and South America (including 10 years with ‘The Heritage Safari Company’) and loves to share her passion for adventure and travel. Her travel adventures have extended well beyond Africa &amp...

April May Bellia is a creative visionary, community leader, connector, mom of 3, and spiritual guide who helps others live happier, feel on purpose, and find their passion for life again. Her energy is magnetic and grounded. As a minister in training for A Course in Miracles and with values rooted ...

Our LGBTQ Travel Experts - Dean Nelson We are so excited to see many destinations and travel partners are embracing gender and sexual diversity and working hard to ensure our LGBTQ travellers feel safe, welcomed and included in their vacation and travel experience. Pride celebrations without a doub...

Created by Darci Murray, alcohol free travel with HOOKED aims to expose travellers to as many healthy experiences as possible during the adventures we take together. Join one of our small group trips to exciting destinations, add brand new experiences mixed with opportunities for self-discovery and...

I enjoy creating and delivering ultimate travel experiences for each guest to make long lasting memories! Drawing on decades of experience in travel, ranging from Student Programs up to Luxury Travel, and extensive travel experience, I am proficient at designing unique and customized itineraries fo...