Specialties
All-Inclusive Holiday, Cruise, Culture & Heritage, Expedition Cruise, Family HolidayWhen a client approached Lucinda looking for a marriage proposal that felt truly unforgettable, she knew exactly how to make it happen. She arranged a journey to East Africa, complete with a private sunrise balloon flight over the Serengeti. Floating above the plains as wildlife stirred below, he proposed - and she happily said yes. "It's one of those moments that shows how transformative travel can be," Lucinda says.
Lucinda is passionate about creating personalised holidays that reflect her clients' individual interests and travel styles. Whether she's planning a luxury island escape, an African safari or a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, she approaches every itinerary with the same attention to detail and commitment to creating memorable experiences. For Lucinda, no request is too complex and no destination too far-flung.
A seasoned traveller herself, Lucinda has a particular love for South America, having explored the region extensively across six separate visits. From the Galápagos Islands and the Amazon rainforest to the ancient wonders of Machu Picchu, she is continually inspired by the continent's incredible diversity. "The landscapes, wildlife, history and people are simply extraordinary," she says.
Lucinda's passion for travel comes from her love of discovery and cultural immersion. She thrives on exploring destinations that feel completely different from home, whether that's sampling local cuisine, uncovering hidden gems or venturing off the beaten path. Having travelled extensively throughout Southeast Asia, South America and the Pacific, she brings a wealth of firsthand knowledge to every journey she plans.
One of her most memorable travel experiences was visiting Abu Simbel in Egypt with a small group, where thoughtful planning meant they had one of the country's most iconic sites almost entirely to themselves. It's experiences like these that reinforce her belief that expert planning can elevate a holiday from memorable to extraordinary.
Ask Lucinda about South America's must-see experiences, luxury African safaris or where to find authentic local experiences beyond the guidebooks. With her passion for adventure and talent for crafting meaningful journeys, she'll help turn your travel dreams into reality.
Experience
21 Years
Countries visited
42 Countries
Lucinda's Speciality Destinations
A World of Experience
Lucinda's client testimonial
Lucinda has been our trusted travel consultant for many, many years. Although we are perfectly capable of organising our own arrangements, our definite preference is to leave all aspects of our frequent flights, cruises and land tours to her. Lucinda’s expertise, experience and guidance have elevated extended holidays to the realm of enchanting and enriching adventures. Wherever we have found ourselves in the sweeping vastness of our exciting planet, Lucinda has always been only a phone call away, whenever we have needed her assistance. She has been our invisible, constant companion through decades of travel. Her depth of knowledge, recommendations and practical advice have been invaluable, and we wouldn’t consider leaving our shores without first consulting Lucinda.
• Linda Binutti
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Schmitzer & James Travel Associates
Schmitzer & James Travel Associates is set on the gorgeously green Bougainville Street in Manuka, ACT. With bespoke luxury travel planning ingrained in our way of life, we ensure that every hand-picked journey is equally special and seamless. With over ten decades of industry expertise across our team of six advisors, we're truly as passionate about your travel plans as you are.
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