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travel design with  professionalism & passion 

We are a family owned and operated independent retail travel agency in Melbourne’s East Ivanhoe Village.

We’ve been delighting our loyal clients since July 2000, and we intend to keep on exceeding their expectations for decades to come.

We’re members of Australia’s largest collective of independent (non-franchise) travel buying groups; which gives us the buying power to compete on price and variety with the travel chainstores and the customer focus to deliver a superior level of service and attention.

Join us on our journey.

Due to the overwhelming demand for quality travel services, and to ensure we deliver to our clients the high standard of service they demand, we are an “appointment only” travel agency.
Please call 03 9499 2377 to arrange a meeting with one of our specialist team.

industry accredited

Trusting somebody with your plans, dreams, wishes … and yes, money, often requires a leap of faith. This is why we are proud to be fully accredited by Australia’s travel industry ‘watchdog’, ATIA. Accreditation is not given easily, and is reviewed annually, to ensure the maximum level of industry compliance and ethical business dealings.

So, you can be confident of receiving professional, courteous and ethical service at all times, as well as competitive pricing and innovative travel design.

Ten reasons to only book with an ATIA accredited travel agent 

flights & ticketing

Real-time selection of domestic and international flights with the ability to identify best price, times and layover arrangements. Don’t be fooled by online booking engines; if something goes wrong, we’ve got your back.

rail

Increasing in popularity every year, rail is becoming the transport mode of choice for many clients. Whether it’s a very fast rail express between cities, or a stately scenic rail cruise from days gone by, we have the connections to suit your needs.

accommodation

With a database of hundreds of thousands accommodation options globally, we’re perfectly positioned to search and book the ideal room for you. We have preferential arrangements with many international groups making us very competitive on price and service options.

cruise

Unpack once and soak up the sights and hedonism. Cruising is the most popular form of vacation these days, and with the ocean of choices available, you need the guidance of a CLIA qualified advisor. Make an appointment to discuss the vast cruise options and settle on the one for you.

car hire

With direct access to the world’s leading vehicle hire operations, we confidently arrange the right vehicle, at the right location and the right time to suit your needs.

corporate

It’s not all sunshine and pina coladas, sometimes we have to travel for business, and it pays to know the difference between leisure and business travel. We have the technology, expertise and insider knowledge to put together itineraries that get the job done quickly, efficiently and with minimal hassle.

group/family travel

Whether it’s a family holiday, club expedition or a convention in Las Vegas, we have the experience, technology and knowledge to package a group trip efficiently, on budget and with all the T’s crossed and I’s dotted.

celebrations/rewards

For that special someone, or even yourself, nothing says ‘love’ like the gift of getting away. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, or something a little more romantic like a wedding or honeymoon, we’re for the lovers. Call and plan your romantic escapade.

meet the team

Susie Blythe-Rutz

Susie Blythe-Rutz

Director

Daughter of Founder Jannene Blythe , Susie is the owner of the business.

She was born to travel and became an agent straight out of school. Over 20 years later she is going strong.

Her favourite places include Mexico, Central & South America, Italy and New Zealand and now Tahiti!

Susie loves figuring out a tricky airfare, planning honeymoons, building complex itineraries and everything in between!

In store Consultations by appointment only. (Monday/Wednesday/Thursday)

Susie is currently not taking new clients

Robyn Wadley

Robyn Wadley

Senior Consultant

Robyn has been a travel agent for around 20 years and although she has travelled extensively  her holiday wish list continues to grow, with future adventures including the Northern Lights in Iceland, much more of South America and a visit to the Swimming Pigs of Bermuda! Her favourite destinations  include Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Peru, and of course anything European.

Robyn loves piecing together intricate, tailor made itineraries and researching new and interesting destinations for her clients.

In-store Consultations by appointment only. (Office Days Vary)

Robyn is currently not taking new clients

Rochelle Stewart

Rochelle Stewart

Senior Consultant

After spending years living overseas and discovering new and exciting places, Rochelle became a Travel Agent.

Over the last 6 years she has used her passion and enthusiasm for travel and exploration to help her clients plan their perfect trip.

Her favourite places to date are Cornwall . Hong Kong, Turkey & Croatia and cant wait to add to this list!

In-Store Consultations by appointment only.

(Monday, Tuesday, Friday)

Jacki MacWilliams

Jacki MacWilliams

Senior Consultant

Jacki is incredibly passionate about exploring the world and helping others to do the same.  

Some of her travel highlights include an Arctic Circle voyage with Hurtigruten chasing the northern lights, exploring Peru including Machu Picchu, island hopping in Greece, visiting New Orleans & Memphis in the USA, a memorable trip to Laos & Cambodia and a recent blissful week in beautiful Samoa!

Now she has a little one in tow she looks forward to family-friendly travel adventures and seeing the world in a new and exciting way…

In-Store Consultations by appointment only.

(Office days vary)

Sharon Seddon

Sharon Seddon

Senior Consultant

Sharon prides herself on her attention to detail and tailor-making itineraries to best suit her client’s needs to create memorable holidays

Sharon has been lucky enough to have a range of wonderful experiences from cruising Ha long Bay Vietnam, soaking up the sun in Thailand and standing in awe at the remarkable Angkor Wat temple at sunrise.

She has travelled the Rocky Mountaineer and observed bears in their natural habitat, enjoyed a helicopter flight over the Canadian Rockies and marvelled at the famous Machu Picchu in Peru.

In-store Consultations by appointment only.

(Wednesday/Thursday/Friday)

    231 Lower Heidelberg Rd
    Ivanhoe East, VIC 3079 AU

    Please Note: East Ivanhoe Travel is an appointment-only travel agency. Please call for a suitable time to discuss your travel passions.

    East Ivanhoe Travel acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.