Our Sales Team
RACHEL JAVIER – Sales Manager (VIC/SA/TAS/NT)
Rachel started in the travel industry in 1982 as a Junior Allotment Clerk for one of Australia’s top wholesalers. For over 17 years she worked her way up through the ranks, from Reservations to Product, Operations and finally becoming State Manager.
Rachel has been fortunate enough to have worked for many of the major Australian wholesalers in addition to Qantas Airlines. After an extended maternity leave, Rachel joined Travel the World – Australia’s leading Travel Service Provider – in October 2011 to continue sharing her passion for travel and she has never looked back.
Representing premium brands in the TTW portfolio, along with a key partnership with Ponant, Rachel’s love for her position as Sales Manager VIC/TAS/NT can be seen in her dedication to go above and beyond. She takes pride in exceeding expectations and providing exceptional customer service by both educating and assisting Travel Advisors with their clients’ travel journeys.
T: 0414 601 744 E: rachelj@traveltheworld.com.au
PAM NIELSEN – Business Development Manager (Virgin Voyages – QLD/WA)
Pam spent 16 years in the New Zealand Travel & Tourism Industry based in Queenstown on the South Island before moving to Australia.
In June 2010, she jumped the ditch and joined Kirra Holidays as the Business Development Manager (BDM) for QLD & Northern NSW. When Anzcro acquired Kirra, she became the BDM for both companies. Her dedication earned her Best Representative in QLD twice.
New Zealand holds a special place in Pam’s heart. She favours snowboarding over beaches and has skied in NZ, the USA, and Europe.
In March 2018, Pam relocated to South Australia to join Journey Beyond (JB) in Adelaide, which then had 3 brands. Fast forward to January 2024, Pam is back living in QLD and has successfully brought 14 brands under the JB umbrella to the QLD market.
Pam is eager to delve into Virgin Voyages, her maiden cruising venture, and can’t wait to share her journey with you!
T: 0424 469 214 E: pamn@traveltheworld.com.au
PAMELA SPENCER – Manager – Groups & Charter
Born in Scotland, Pamela Spencer originally spent her time working in hospitality and completed travel within the hotel industry. It was only when Pamela moved to Australia in the late 1980’s that she became truly invested in travel. Working her way through all areas of the travel industry gave Pamela the valuable experience needed to decide that group travel was where her true passion lay.
Since 2004, Pamela has specialised in Groups & Charter for all types of travel including expedition, ocean cruising, river cruising, multigenerational and special interest groups as well as luxury tours for business and pleasure. During this time, Pamela also achieved certificates in sales and customer service as well as earning a degree in Ancient History, a CLIA Masters, and has travelled extensively with family and friends across the globe.
With such extensive experience organising extraordinary holidays, itineraries, and events for groups of all kinds, Travel the World cannot recommend anyone better than Pamela Spencer to plan your next adventure.
Shelley Martin – Sales Manager, Windstar Cruises
Shelley Martin brings more than two decades of experience in the travel and tourism industry to her role as Sales Manager for Windstar Cruises. Her journey began straight out of school in a small retail agency before advancing to a major travel services company and later transitioning into wholesale. Throughout her career, she has held various roles, including reservations and Sales Manager positions, gaining extensive industry knowledge and expertise.
Now, as Sales Manager for Windstar Cruises, Shelley combines her deep industry experience with a genuine passion for delivering exceptional travel experiences. Her values align perfectly with Windstar’s commitment to immersive cruising—where every journey is anything but ordinary.
Shelley is eager to connect with industry partners and advisors. Reach out to start the conversation!
T: 0413 637 779 E: shelleym@traveltheworld.com.au
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