Travelworld Cathie Rice

About Us

Cathie Rice Travelworld is a family owned and operated business, established in April 1986 and services the South West Region of WA and beyond.

Profiles

Introducing Cathie Rice

(Co-Owner/Senior Consultant/Master Cruise Consultant)

 

Cathie has a wealth of travel experience and knowledge,Her office is adorned with Top Achiever travel awards.

In the last 14 years Cathie has been concentrating on our exclusive fully escorted tours and cruises.

RECENT TRAVEL:Cruising on the Superstar Virgo, Italy, Greece, Croatia, Montenegro, Thailand and Borneo.

 


Len Pasalich

(Cruise Manager)

Len has worked in the travel industry for over 23 years. He has travelled extensively to places such as New Zealand, Fiji, South Africa, Japan, South East Asia, Mauritius, Maldives, UK, Ireland, USA, Canada & other various parts of Europe.

His favourite destination is a small resort town in Croatia called Tucepi where his late parents come from. He has recently visited here on an escorted tour group exclusive to Cathie Rice Travelworld.

Len has also experienced many cruises during the years which have given him a great insight into his clients needs in cruising together with becoming a credited “Master Cruise Consultant” through the International Cruise Council. Over the last few years Len has escorted many successful cruises to places such as Alaska, Europe, China & Croatia.

Len prides himself on his service & knowledge he gives to his many clients with some of his clients having booked exclusively with him for the last 18 years.

Len has been awarded the title of “No. 1 Travelworld Consultant” Australia Wide for 2006,2007,2008,2009 and most recently 2010 which he is very proud of!


 Introducing Crandon Keddie

(Co-Owner/Manager/Senior Consultant/Master Cruise Consultant)

Crandon commenced work in the travel Industry in Feb 1987, joining the family business and is now a co owner and office manager.

Crandon has travelled extensively over the years and would love to share his wealth of experience and knowledge with potential clients… some of the countries visited include:Asia, New Zealand, Fiji, Africa, USA, Europe, Cambodia and Vietnam. Crandon has just recently returned from Europe and Dubai, so speak to Crandon for first hand advice on these popular destinations.

Crandon’s achievements include Top 20 Gold achiever in Western Australia for Qantas Holidays International 2006,2007,2008,2009 and 2010.

Crandon has also just won the "WA Travelworld Owner/Manager of the Year for 2011"award which was presented to him at a gala evening held in Perth!


Introducing Steve Dillon

(Assistant Manager/Consultant)

Steve has been part of the team for over three years and is our all round       MR FIX IT! 

Steve has traveled to Kota Kinabalu, cruised on the Athena, P & O's Pacific Sun and he has also traveled to the Magical Bay of Islands in New Zealand along with Bali and Dubai. He has also travelled to most of the major cities here in Australia so if you have any queries regarding domestic travel feel free to drop him a line!

He has most recently traveled to China and was able to visit the Panda Wildlife Park in Chengdu, the Terracotta Warriors in Xian, Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, with the highlight being able to climb the Great Wall in Beijing!!

Steve looks forward to assisting past and potential clients in this exciting industry.


Introducing Misha Howlett

(Cruise Centre Manager/Consultant)

Misha has been at Cathie Rice Travelworld for over four years now. She has cruised to New Zealand with Princess Cruises, the South Pacific with P&O Cruises, Fremantle to Adelaide with Saga Cruises and Switzerland to Germany with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises.
She has also been to Bali, Christmas Island and Cocos Island, where she enjoyed diving and snorkelling.
Misha dream is to visit Spain and Italy.

Misha is very excited to announce that she has just recently won the

"WA Travelworld Top Leisure Consultant "of the Year award for 2011 at the recent awards held in Perth.


Introducing Camilla Owen

(Senior Consultant)

With almost 20 years experience in the travel industry Camilla is a highly experienced consultant. During this time she has worked in a variety of sectors including Airline, Airport, Retail and corporate sales.

Camilla has travelled extensively over the years and would be more than happy to share her experiences with you. Her favourite holiday destination is New Zealand. Camilla’s dream holiday would be to Machu Picchu, Peru or the Camino de Santiago, Spain.

In 2010 Camilla won the "Travelworld WA Outstanding Acheivement" award which she is very excited about!

 

 

 


Introducing Senay Yakar

(Senior Consultant)

Senay has worked in the Travel and Tourism industry for 8 years and with this has travelled to many beautiful and exotic destinations. Some of them include Turkey, Greece and Egypt. Senay has also explored Asia, Europe and America extensively.

Through her family and extensive travelling Senay has learnt to speak several languages including Turkish, Italian and French. Senay’s favourite holiday destination has been Turkey, Greece and Egypt as she loves the history, culture and Food! Her dream holiday would be to go to Africa on a Safari!

In 2009 Senay won the "Travelworld WA Outstanding Acheivement" award which she is very proud of! 

 

 


Introducing Brittany Gellard

(Consultant/Assistant)

Brittany has been with us for over three years now as a consultant and also as Cathie's Personal Assistant.She has traveled to Thailand, New Zealand, Bali, Mauritius, Beijing, Hong Kong and most recently has returned from Singapore.




Introducing Josephine Licciardello

(Travel Support)

Josie is new to the travel industry and has been working with Cathie Rice Travelworld for 8 months assisting Misha in the South West Cruise Centre.

Previously she worked in Local Government for 5 years and is excited to learn all that she can in the travel industry.
Josie was introduced to traveling at a young age whilst caravanning around Australia with her family, Josie has also traveled to Bali and Phuket.

Josie's most recent travel was a Contiki tour to Europe which covered England, France, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, Netherlands, Belgium and Greece.
Her favorite destination so far has been in Venice whilst taking a gondola ride through the city’s canals and in Paris having reached the top of the Eiffel Tower.
Josie hopes to one day travel to Sicily to visit her family’s origins.


Introducing Andrea Thomas

(Groups Co-Ordinator)

Andrea is our groups co-ordinator, She has travelled extensively through-out the world and has recently discovered the joys of cruising. What a perfect way to take a relaxing holiday!

Andrea helps to put together our Escorted Tours, and can offer advice and make reservations for passengers who wish to extend their tour.

Her favourite destinations are the beautiful Rocky Mountains in Canada and the breathtaking Fjords of Norway. She dreams of one day travelling to Gallipoli for the Anzac Day service.


Introducing Beverley Dillon

(Administration Executive / Group Escort)

Beverley has worked for Cathie Rice Travelworld for 12 Years. She has escorted many of the tours that are exclusive to Cathie Rice to many destinations through-out the world. Some of which have been Canada/Alaska, Vietnam, Norfolk Island, A cycling tour of France and the most recent the popular Luxury Europe River Cruise.

Beverley’s favourite destination is Tuscany in Italy as she has a cousin who lives in Lucca and she loves to visit. Her dream holiday would be to stay in a villa in Italy for a couple of months she would also love to experience a White Christmas.

Introducing Kylie Bates

(Administration Manager)

Kylie is one of the administration staff here at Cathie Rice and she has been working with Cathie Rice Travelworld for over 5 years. Previous to this she worked in television for 10 years.

She has extensively travelled the world. Some of the places Kylie has been to include USA, Canada, Bali, South Pacific and Sydney. Her favourite holiday destinations so far are Beaver Creek, Vail Colorado, and Banff Canada. Her dream holiday would be to the Maldives staying in an exclusive 5 star hut at the end of the jetty and dining in the glass enclosed restaurant!

Introducing Geraldine Wheeler

(Administration Executive)

Geraldine has worked in the accommodation and travel industries for over 10 years and so makes a valuable asset as one of our administration and reception staff. She grew up in a family that worked in the travel industry so was fortunate to travel from a young age giving her many years of experience.

Geraldine enjoys experiencing the natural wonders of our world and one of her favourite destinations is Lord Howe Island. Her dream holiday is anywhere with sun, sand and azure blue waters. Geraldine looks forward to assisting you when you next contact our office.

Introducing Siobhan Bayliss

(Administration Executive)

Siobhan Bayliss is one of our administration and client processing staff. Siobhan has worked in the travel industry for many years with 2 years in Tourism, 6 years with Ansett and then 4 years with Qantas so you can feel confident when speaking with Siobhan about your plans and she is more than happy to share her knowledge with you.

Siobhan has travelled extensively throughout Australia and across the world with some of the other destinations being UK, Hawaii, Hong Kong and Hamilton Island. Siobhan has been the most impressed with Hamilton Island and would recommend this as a great getaway. Her dream holiday would be to Italy and the Maldives.