Travel Associates

Nicole Tucker

Maria & Turner Travel Associates
Penrith, NSW

Travel Advisor

Specialties

Adventure

All-Inclusive Holiday

Cruise

Family Holiday

Ocean Cruise

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We’ve all seen a clip of a car being chased down by an elephant during an African safari. For Nicole, that’s not just something she has watched on the internet.

On a trip to South Africa with her husband, they drove out Pilanesberg National Park. They camped overnight before getting up early to go wildlife spotting. “We came across a male elephant,” Nicole recalls. “He was in musk and tried to charge our car. We tried to get away but our car got stuck in a rut in the road and we couldn’t move!” Nicole says they were lucky to escape unharmed.

It’s not Nicole’s only incredible travel tale. Having visited more than 30 countries, she’s got several special stories to share. Like the time she enjoyed a 6-course meal at the famous Fairview Restaurant at Chateau Lake Louise. She watched as beautiful snowflakes fell gently outside the grand picture windows. “Canada in winter is just magical,” Nicole says. “Everyone must experience a white Christmas at least once in their lives.”

If you are thinking Nicole has a way of extracting special moments from the destinations she visits, you’d be right. And it’s a skill she carries into her travel planning for others. “I love making people’s dreams become a reality,” the experienced Travel Manager says. “Whether it’s a novice traveller on their first trip overseas, or an experienced jetsetter ticking off another item on their bucket list, I just love the excitement and anticipation!”

Over the 19 years Nicole has worked in the travel industry, she has built a great rapport with her clients. “I think of them as a part of my extended travel family!”

To become a member of Nicole’s travel tribe, give her a call and let her in on your next travel plan. You can bet you will return from your trip with a wild story to tell. 

EXPERIENCE

27 Years

COUNTRIES VISITED

36 Countries

Get to know me

What is your number one travel tip?

Embrace the local culture and history of the destination you're visiting. Plan immersive experiences that take you off the beaten path to ensure that your holiday is magical and memorable.

What are your favourite destinations and why?

Egypt has some of the most awe-inspiring historical and natural wonders. The Nile, Aswan, Abu Simbel, and Karnak are incredible places to visit - each holds such rich ancient history and beauty. A must-visit is the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which houses a treasure trove of ancient artefacts and history.

How do you go above and beyond for your clients?

I create tailored lifestyle holidays, where clients stay in properties off the beaten path, yet close to major attractions. I provide first-hand experiences from my personal travels, and I pay attention to client preferences and surprise them with small touches throughout the booking process.

Where is still on your bucket list?

My bucket list includes Alaska for the Northern Lights and rare wildlife sightings, the remote beauty of the Arctic, and the UNESCO-listed fjords of Scandinavia.

Nicole's Speciality Destinations

A World of Experience

Nicole's client testimonial

Nicole has been my travel consultant for over 10 years now, and always creates amazing holidays for me. Her knowledge and advice is invaluable, so much so that I've recommended her to family and friends, many of whom have also become clients of hers. I'm always looking forward to our next adventure.

– Michelle Cannon

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OUR OFFICE

Maria & Turner Travel Associates

Step into our inspiring office space at Maria & Turner Travel Associates, housed in a gorgeous Victorian property on Macquarie Avenue in Penrith. Our experienced team of seven understands how to bring your bespoke, one of a kind journey to life, infusing our love and passion for luxury travel planning in all that we do.

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MEET THE TEAM

Maria & Turner Travel Associates

Lynette Maria

Maria & Turner Travel Associates
Penrith, NSW

Specialties

Adventure

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Nicole Tucker

Maria & Turner Travel Associates
Penrith, NSW

Specialties

Adventure

All-Inclusive Holiday

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Tabatha Knowles

Maria & Turner Travel Associates
Penrith, NSW

Specialties

Accessible Travel

Adventure

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Jenny Thomas

Maria & Turner Travel Associates
Penrith, NSW

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Adventure

All-Inclusive Holiday

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Melissa Poole

Maria & Turner Travel Associates
Penrith, NSW

Specialties

Accessible Travel

Adventure

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Loren Bennett

Maria & Turner Travel Associates
Penrith, NSW

Specialties

Adventure

All-Inclusive Holiday

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