Laura says it was her dream to work in the travel industry, for as long as she can remember. “I have always wanted to see as much of this beautiful world as possible, and one day, build a career around that,” says Laura. “So you might say, I am now living my dream every day.”

So which part of the world ranks highest, on the list of someone who has visited more than 50 countries? Laura says Turkey is the most beautiful and diverse country she has ever been to. No doubt she also recalls it fondly due to the memorable local encounter she had here. Laura tells a touching story of a lady she met on the street in Cappadocia who invited her back home for lunch. “Everyone lives in caves,” Laura recalls. “It was incredible to see how they lived - without any electricity - and to help her prepare an authentic spread for lunch. It was something special that I will never forget.”

Laura’s extensive travel knowledge is partly owed to a six-month sabbatical she took from work, to explore Central and South America. “Every time one of my clients flies to, or stops over in, Buenos Aires, I give them a secret tip, about one of my favourite, romantic cities that’s just one hour away,” teases Laura. “I love hearing how much they loved it when they return.”

She is passionate about river cruising, and has some excellent first-hand advice for those new to cruising. Having been to Indonesia five times, Laura is also an expert on Bali and the Gili Islands.

Forget Google, chances are Laura can answer your next travel query.