Travelworld On King

About Us

Travelworld on King

As Newcastle’s most highly-awarded Travel Agency, our commitment to training and excellence in customer service having been recognised by the following awards:

National Travel Industry Awards

  • 2007 Finalist - Best Corporate Travel Agency Regional
  • 2005 Finalist - Corporate Travel Agency Regional
  • 2003 & 2004 Winner - Corporate Travel Agency Regional
  • 2002 Winner - Corporate Travel Agency of the Year

Other Awards

  • 2008 Winner – Action Coach Business Coaching – Business of the Year
  • 2008 Winner – Orient Pacific – Top Producing Sales NSW/ACT
  • 2008 Winner – Travelport (Galileo) – Top Agent
  • 2007 Winner – Galileo - Top Travelworld Office
  • 2006 Winner – Galileo Cars & Hotels Highest Achiever NSW/ACT
  • 2004 Winner – Galileo Cars & Hotels Highest Achiever NSW/ACT
  • 2002 Winner – Galileo Cars & Hotels Highest Achiever NSW/ACT
  • 2008 Winner – Hertz – Office of the Year
  • 2007/2008 Winner – Octopus Travel – Travelworld Top Office
  • 2006/2007 Winner – Octopus Travel – Travelworld Top Office
  • 2007 Winner – Thai Airways International – Outstanding Sales Performance
  • 2005 Winner – British Airways – Highest Revenue NSW/ACT
  • 2004 Winner – British Airways – Top Travelworld Office NSW/ACT
  • 2005 Winner – Jetset Travelworld Group ‘Business Select’ Office of the Year
  • 2002/2003 Winner – Jetset Travelworld Group “Award for Excellence”
  • 2004 Winner – United Airlines – Most Improved Office NSW/ACT
2008 Winner – Action Coach Business Coaching – Business of the Year

In 2003/2004/2005 - Travelworld on King was recognised by Qantas as a Platinum Agency, acknowledging outstanding sales support.

Memberships and Partnerships

  • Emirates Premium Desk Agent
  • Singapore Airlines Preferred Agent
  • Newcastle Hunter Business Chamber
  • Newcastle Business Club

Travelworld on King has also been named among the Fastest 100 Growing Hunter Companies in 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006.

Our Mission Statement is designed to reflect our commitment to constant improvement and excellence in customer service and satisfaction.

“The philosophy of our agency is at all times to be friendly, helpful and professional to all clients, to maintain an open communication policy between all staff, ensure that the staff are up to date on the latest products and industry trends as well as being innovative in the way we do businessand to remain at the forefront in proven technology”.

To achieve our goals, Travelworld on King draws on a range of training initiatives from varioussources and providers. Our ongoing commitment to in-house training ensures that productand destination knowledge is second to none. Customer service techniques are constantlyupdated and refined and client feedback is welcomed and encouraged at all levels.

Our commitment to training is demonstrated by our appointment as a ICCA Agent(International Cruise Council Association) as well as a Great Southern Rail Travel SpecialistsAgent. Our consultants are all fully trained in the latest technologies to enable prompt,smooth and accurate processing of client travel bookings.

Travelworld on King enjoys a high percentage of repeat and referred customers, which we attribute to our focus on providing the highest possible level of service and professionalismin a friendly, relaxed and caring manner.  Our highly dedicated and knowledgeable team take great pride in their work and our top priority is to always "go the extra mile" to ensure that your expectations are exceeded, not merely met.

Profiles

Barry Warwick

Owner / Manager

I have spent more than 31 years in the Travel Industry, the last 13 of those as Owner/Manager of Travelworld on King. My main area of expertise is in a Management role, however I still enjoy consulting and making travel bookings for clients new and old.

During my career I have especially enjoyed visiting Egypt, India, Thailand, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, China, Bali, France, Germany, Great Britain, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Holland, Belgium, Greece, Canada and the United States.

I particularly enjoy helping my team ensure that they give the best advice and most professional service at all times.

My Email address is barry@travelworldonking.com.au
My phone No is 02 4929 8600

Vicki Porter

Leisure Travel Consultant

Hi, my name is Vicki Porter. I have worked in the Travel Industry for 20 years, the last 6 with Travelworld on King. I’ve visited too many countries to fit them all in, but some of my favourite places have been Italy, Israel, Turkey, Peru, the United Kingdom and Thailand. I have also participated in several Familiarisation Trips to New Zealand.

My particular area of expertise is Leisure Travel to Europe.

My Email address is vicki@travelworldonking.com.au
My direct phone No is 02 4929 8662

Jenni Scott

Leisure Travel Consultant

Hi, my name is Jenni Scott. I have worked in the Travel Industry for 35 years, the last 11 with Travelworld on King.

Throughout my long career in travel I have been lucky enough to visit more places than I can write about here. High on my list of favourite destinations are The Kimberley, Thailand, Dubai, Greece, the United States, Borneo, Malaysia, The United Kingdom, Scandinavia, Mexico, New Zealand, Tahiti and Norfolk Island. I have also enjoyed Trekking in the Himalayas, an Overland Trip from Kathmandu to London and Cruising the Great Barrier Reef.

My particular area of expertise is Leisure Travel.

My Email address is jenni@travelworldonking.com.au
My direct phone No is 02 4929 8653

Kasey Buckland

Corporate Travel Consultant

Hi, my name is Kasey. I have worked in the travel industry for 2 years, since joining the team at Travelworld on King. During my career I have visited New Caledonia, Vanuatu and most recently participated in a Travel Agent's Familiarisation Trip to the Coral Coast in Fiji.

My area of expertise is the management of Corporate Travel.

My Email address is kasey@travelworldonking.com.au 
My direct phone No is 02 4929 8659

Sonya Davis

Assistant Office Manager / Corporate Travel Consultant

Hi, my name is Sonya. I have worked in the Travel Industry for 17 years, the last 6 of those at Travelworld on King.

I have travelled to Thailand, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Egypt, New Zealand, USA West Coast, England plus cruised the South Pacific as well as Vietnam and China.

My area of expertise is the management of Corporate Travel.

My Email address is sonya@travelworldonking.com.au
My direct phone No is 02 4929 8658

Todd Atkins

Office Manager

Hi, my name is Todd. I have worked in the Travel Industry for 10 years, and joined the team at Travelworld on King 8 years ago.

I have been fortunate to have travelled extensively and I have visited USA West Coast including Los Angeles, Las Vegas, San Diego, Europe including Germany, Switzerland, France, Italy and the United Kingdom, Thailand, Bali and New Zealand as well as the cities of Shanghai, Chengdu and Juzhaigou in China.

My area of expertise is the management of Corporate Travel.  I am also responsible for the day-to-day operations of Travelworld on King.

My Email address is todd@travelworldonking.com.au
My direct phone No is 02 4929 8652