Lana Kanchik's travel blog | Personal Travel Manager - Alexandria, NSW

27 FEB 2026

Travel, Reimagined: Discovering the Right Way to Explore the World

Travel is no longer just about getting from A to B.

7 OCT 2025

Celebrating 10 Years with TravelManagers - Over 30 Years Doing What I Love

This September, standing in Bali at the TravelManagers Annual Conference, I was honoured (and a little emotional) to receive my 10 Years of Service Award.

29 SEP 2025

Luxury Travel Within Reach - How to Experience It Without Breaking the Bank

When many people hear the phrase luxury travel, they picture millionaires jetting off on private yachts or staying in exclusive five-star resorts.

28 SEP 2025

A Personal Touch from a Distance: Why a Remote TravelManager Is the Smart Choice

In a world where you can book anything online, you might wonder why you still need a travel agent.

2 SEP 2025

Talking Travel with Geoff Harrison on Travel Radio Australia

I recently had the opportunity to join Geoff Harrison on Travel Radio Australia and it was such a pleasure to share my passion for travel with his audience. Geoff and I talked about what makes working with a professional travel advisor such a valuable choice when planning your dream holiday, whether it’s a once-in-a-lifetime world trip or a much-needed escape closer to home. With more than 30 years in the industry, I’ve seen first-hand how overwhelming travel planning can become — especially when there are endless online options and small details that can make or break a journey.

17 JUN 2025

Celebrating Sri Lanka’s Festivals: A Cultural Tapestry of Colour, Faith and Tradition

Nestled in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is a destination where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern life.

1 JUN 2025

A Journey to the Past: The Enigmatic Story of Anastasia Comes to Life in Melbourne

Some stories aren’t just remembered—they’re felt.

29 MAY 2025

The Power of a Review: How Your Feedback Helps Travel Agents Thrive

Over the years, I’ve had the joy of helping clients craft travel experiences that stay with them for a lifetime—honeymoons in hidden havens, unforgettable family holidays, solo adventures full of soul.

13 MAY 2025

Why You Should Travel to Antarctica – The Last Great Wilderness

Imagine standing on the deck of an expedition vessel, the air crisp and pure, the sea stretching endlessly before you.

24 APR 2025

Why Booking with a Travel Agent Isn’t Dead – And Why It Might Just Be Your Smartest Move Yet!

Hi, I’m Lana Kanchik – your go-to personal TravelManager – and I’ve been in the travel industry since 1991.

29 APR 2026

7 days in Anaheim

Your perfect base for a Southern California stay starts here with our 7 days in Anaheim guide. Day 1 – Disneyland Park Step into a world where imagination comes to life at Disneyland Park.

22 APR 2026

Gingerbread

Spiced, sweet, and full of festive nostalgia, gingerbread cookies are a timeless holiday favourite that fill the kitchen with the unmistakable scent of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves.

22 APR 2026

Mulled Wine

Warm, spiced, and irresistibly festive, this mulled wine recipe is winter in a glass.

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My Latest Posts

Travel, Reimagined: Discovering the Right Way to Explore the World

Celebrating 10 Years with TravelManagers - Over 30 Years Doing What I Love

Luxury Travel Within Reach - How to Experience It Without Breaking the Bank

A Personal Touch from a Distance: Why a Remote TravelManager Is the Smart Choice

Talking Travel with Geoff Harrison on Travel Radio Australia

Celebrating Sri Lanka’s Festivals: A Cultural Tapestry of Colour, Faith and Tradition

A Journey to the Past: The Enigmatic Story of Anastasia Comes to Life in Melbourne

The Power of a Review: How Your Feedback Helps Travel Agents Thrive

Why You Should Travel to Antarctica – The Last Great Wilderness

Why Booking with a Travel Agent Isn’t Dead – And Why It Might Just Be Your Smartest Move Yet!

TravelManagers' Latest Posts

7 days in Anaheim

Gingerbread

Mulled Wine

Hiking in New Zealand: Epic walks, iconic landscapes & trails for everyone

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Blog

My Latest Posts

Travel, Reimagined: Discovering the Right Way to Explore the World

Celebrating 10 Years with TravelManagers - Over 30 Years Doing What I Love

Luxury Travel Within Reach - How to Experience It Without Breaking the Bank

A Personal Touch from a Distance: Why a Remote TravelManager Is the Smart Choice

Talking Travel with Geoff Harrison on Travel Radio Australia

Celebrating Sri Lanka’s Festivals: A Cultural Tapestry of Colour, Faith and Tradition

A Journey to the Past: The Enigmatic Story of Anastasia Comes to Life in Melbourne

The Power of a Review: How Your Feedback Helps Travel Agents Thrive

Why You Should Travel to Antarctica – The Last Great Wilderness

Why Booking with a Travel Agent Isn’t Dead – And Why It Might Just Be Your Smartest Move Yet!

TravelManagers' Latest Posts

7 days in Anaheim

Gingerbread

Mulled Wine

Hiking in New Zealand: Epic walks, iconic landscapes & trails for everyone

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