Meet the team
Many of our staff approached The Travel Authority for the opportunity to work for us, attracted by the company ethos, standards of service and excellent reputation. Every one of our staff is focused on you, your family, your individual needs and they possess the skills and experience to provide you with the ultimate, customer focused travel service.
Claire Winnel
Manager
Claire has been in the travel industry for over 30 years, starting her career in the UK where she was born. She has travelled extensively throughout Europe, America, Asia, South America and the Pacific.
She has strived to establish great relationships with her clients going above and beyond in ensuring that their travel experience exceeds expectations.
Fiona Thorrington
Senior Travel Consultant / CLIA Cruise Accredited
Fiona has had a varied career during her 30 years of being in the travel industry, including working for the Western Australia Tourist Commission and Thomas Cook Travel in both their retail and corporate travel divisions.
She has lived in England and Scotland and has travelled to many unique and varied destinations around the world including Guam, Saipan, the Solomon Islands and deep sea fishing off the Belize coast.
Patricia Saric
Senior Travel Consultant / CLIA Cruise Accredited
Patricia has over 30 year’s industry experience. Born and educated in Peru she has travelled the World acquiring amazing experiences.
Patricia has travelled extensively through America, South America, Africa, India, Europe, Asia & the Pacific Islands. With her incredible knowledge, experience and attention to detail she provides exceptional service and outstanding travel itineraries.
Jenine Lewis
Cruise and Travel Specialist
With more than 30 years of travel industry experience, Jenine’s ongoing dedication and commitment to customer service excellence is a clear advantage for her clients.
Jenine plans each and every trip as if it was her own. Her ‘nothing is impossible’ attitude is unsurpassed and has led to her winning several industry awards. Her most recent industry recognition is a nomination for the prestigious AFTA NTIA 2015 Awards for Best Retail Consultant.