Testimonials
“HollyDay Travel is highly recommended by our family. Our 8-week holiday to Europe in 2023 was planned and booked with professional care and precision. We enjoyed the time of our lives in Austria, Switzerland, France, Spain and Portugal. Holly and her team always allowed us flexibility and freedom to choose how we wished to spend our time away and then supported us every step of the way. Thank you, Holly, Usha, Dinesha and everyone behind the scenes. Cannot thank HollyDay Travel enough.”
Cate Aucote
Photo - Switzerland
“The team at HollyDay Travel are beyond amazing. My partner and I were away in Europe for almost 2 months and with the help of Holly and her team, we could enjoy all organised activities and breeze through any hiccups stress free. They were prompt to respond to any emails whilst we were away. We would undoubtedly trust them to organise any travel plans we have in the future and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for an experienced team to guide them through their travels.”
Tiffany Trotter
Photo - Santa Claus Village, Finland
“On behalf of the girls and myself, thank you for your help in a very successful holiday in Japan . I am now looking forward to my next trip to Europe.”
Ian Voyse
Photo - Japan
“What an amazing journey it has been. We have seen an array of interesting places and had so many ‘pinch me’ moments over the past two weeks. Our group has shared some wonderful experiences, stories, and eaten delicious food together whilst taking in all the wonders of Turkey. Thank you to HollyDay Travel for organising flights, tour, and additional accommodation.”
Michelle Skehan and friends
Photo - Turkey
“We had a great time in Japan.
We were happy with the organisation of our trip through Bunniks which Holly arranged for us. It was a very full on trip, lots of miles travelled by bus and train. Our fellow travellers were lots of fun and we shared many experiences and adventures.”
Helen and Mark Boyle
Photo - Torii Gates in Miyajima - Japan
“Holly and her team were amazing with the organisation of my trip of a lifetime. No stress, everything was in order so I could just focus on what my travel was about: Experience and peace. Thank you for all your support!”
Belinda Noack
Photo - The Leaning Tower of Pisa - Italy
“Holly helped us to organise a seamless holiday to Europe with our newborn baby. She offered great ideas, was always quick to respond, and was on hand to help us with extra bookings while we were overseas. We had a stress-free month away, and will definitely use Holly for our next trip!”
Kate Freebairn
Photo - Lake Como - Italy
“I used Holly for part of my EU travel and she made what seemed like the impossible possible and I am so grateful that she did! Travelling back overseas again after covid seemed like a daunting feat especially when some of it was solo travel and her knowledge, advice and efficiency was a lifesaver for me. Nothing was ever too much trouble and she would get back to me so quickly with any question or change I had. Until I used Holly I have always organised trips on my own but now I will be taking that pressure off and won't be asking anyone else!”
Cherida Forde
Photo - Amalfi Coast - Italy
“We have used HollyDay Travel to book numerous trips and the service is amazing. For my most recent experience, I had my 4 week trip to the USA fully planned, but then had to change things around due to time frames. This was no trouble and then at the last minute, I needed to make more changes due to other issues. Whilst away, I needed further adjustments to be made in a very short turnaround and all of these changes were made quickly behind the scenes and my trip ran more smoothly as I could have every imagined. Holly's dedication to customer service is outstanding and we look forward to booking next years adventure through her very soon.”
Sam Voysey
Photo - Atlanta Braves Baseball, Atlanta Georgia
“Holly was so easy to go through, saved a incredible amount of time and headaches and made sure throughout the whole trip all our accommodation was booked and safe. Wouldn’t book a holiday any other way.”
Enrico Barila
Photo - Colosseum - Rome, Italy
“My family of 5 took a 4 week holiday in Canada. Holly helped us find flights that suited our needs, and even rebooked us onto a different flight (with Qantas) after virgin cancelled a flight on our way home. Holly was super helpful, knowledgeable, and able to help us have a great trip. I totally recommend and will be using her services on our next trip.”
Danny Mills
Photo - Lake Patricia, Jasper National Park - Alberta Canada
“Can not recommend Holly enough! She was fantastic, always there for any questions we had and always friendly. If you are looking for an awesome travel agent look no further then Holly!”
Nicole and Mark Edmonds
Photo - Bali
“My husband and I used Holly at HOLLYDAY Travel and her expertise in all things travel for our honeymoon in October 2019. I had never used this type of service when it came to booking a holiday and to be honest I will always use Holly for all things travel.
She blew us away with what she came up with for our honeymoon. She listened to what we were looking for in regards to the type of honeymoon we wanted and delivered on every single thing, over and above. We chose to go to Sri Lanka and then onto the Maldives.
She communicated with us throughout the process, provided options and recommendations that only people who have insider knowledge could provide. From flights, accommodation, transport, experiences and travel insurance, everything was taken care of. It is also amazing that Holly is your point of contact for all things if you needed something.
It took a lot of stress off of our hands and we just got to truly relax and enjoy. The people she organised to be our local guide in Sri Lanka were some of the nicest people we have ever met and people we still cherish today. The island we stayed on in the Maldives was absolutely breath taking in every way and one that my husband and I would never have looked at if we were doing this ourselves due to the way google gives you the bigger, more ‘famous’ Maldivian resort islands.
It was definitely the perfect honeymoon because of what Holly provided us with, not because of the destinations. It is the small things that she did that made it so perfect. I cannot recommend using Holly more, for all things travel, small getaways or a large trip and especially now that travel is finally opening up post Rona. I know we will be!”
Chelsea Pitman - Netballer
Photo - Polonnaruwa - Sri Lanka
“Holly has booked several family trips for us, both domestic and international. She was available to us 24/7 for last minute changes and personalised advice. Nothing was too much trouble.
She is professional, friendly and knowledgeable and I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending her to family and friends.”
Rebecca Morse - Breakfast Announcer SAFM
Photo - Colombo - Sri Lanka
“My partner, Kerry, and I last travelled overseas before Covid. We normally travel to either Europe or Asia and, on this occasion, we accepted Holly’s recommendation to travel to Sri Lanka. We have often talked about visiting the Maldives and Sri Lanka is a well known stopover when doing so. That said, it had not been on my radar as a separate destination. It turns out that it was a fantastic suggestion and an equally fantastic destination.
We studied the usual catalogue of travel information, put together a wish list and then asked Holly to create an Itinerary. Holly suggested a personal driver who stays with you throughout the travelling. Ours was great and we have kept in contact. His knowledge and language skills (neither of us spoke any of the formal languages) was invaluable. My only reticence about him is how little he is paid, so First World guilt, really.
The trip was over a number of days (about 20 in all, not including travel) and basically circumnavigated the island. The north, south and middle are all quite different and each has aspects that are not to be missed.
The highlight of the trip for us was the 3 nights we spent at Kalkudah Beach. This was one of the “treats” that Holly and Kerry found. I wished we’d gone there and only stayed there! But then, we’d have missed the rest of this spectacular island, its diverse and picturesque countryside and beaches and the beautiful people.
We are planning to return, with the help of Holly. Her guidance and selections were invaluable, too.”
Ian Robertson
Photo - Yala National Park - Sri Lanka
“I have been using Holly’s fabulous services for several years now. I had such peace of mind from using a professional, especially when having to go through all the cancellations and options involved when COVID hit.
Holly always has the answers to my questions and finds solutions for my problems, often at a lower cost. When I email Holly, she usually responds well before I expect a reply - she’s even booked accommodation for me on her lunch break - and is always lovely and friendly. Nothing is ever too much trouble, or too small a query.
I have recommended Holly’s excellent services to family and friends, and am currently organising a trip for a large group of friends next year, knowing that I can rely on Holly to make sure it all runs smoothly.”
Tracey Shepard
Photo - Hinchinbrook Island Lookout - Queensland
“We have been using Holly from Hollyday Travel for many years, and although her service has always been exceptional, nothing compares the service she has offered over the last 18 months. We had an overseas holiday booked with friends in 2020 and she did everything possible to ensure we got all our money back, and that the minor charges that have gone into credit we have been able to use locally.
The amount of work she did to organise the trip and then cancel everything for very little return, is something she should be commended for!
I would recommend Holly for any travel whether it be personal, corporate, big or small.”
Martin Lazarevic - General Manager, National Crime Check
Photo -Nice - France
“Our holidays booked with Holly have been truly memorable as her knowledge and expertise in the travel industry are very professional and her service is excellent, from the planning, during the holiday if needed and right up to the end of our holidays.
We would certainly recommend Holly to any of our family and friends.”
Marcia and Greg Dayman
Photo - Honolulu Beach - Hawaii
“I cannot recommend Hollyday travel enough. Holly was kind, professional and accommodating to our needs. A few late changes to our plans were no issue for her, and she was available to contact us after work hours at our convenience.
She really was a pleasure to work with, and I certainly wouldn't use anyone else for travel bookings.”
Connie Caruso - Program Director, Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine
John Caruso - Partner at tindallgaskbentley Lawyers
Photo - Florence- Italy
“I have had the pleasure of dealing with Holly Velardo for the last 10 years organising our holidays for Europe, America and Asian countries. The level of service and her professionalism starts from the moment you make contact with her and throughout the entire process of making your holiday an enjoyable and safe experience. There is absolutely nothing that is too difficult for Holly to organise especially when we had our family holidays which consisted of 10-15 people travelling together, flights, accommodation, insurance and any other necessary arrangements to be made.
Holly created a feeling of easiness whilst you were away as she was contactable at all times if there was the need for any assistance, (eg one of the family members travelling with us lost their luggage in transit and by contacting Holly she was able to locate it and organised for it to be sent on).
During the Covid period Holly worked tirelessly to cancel flights, accommodation and to organise refunds for which I thank her.
Holly’s professionalism and friendly nature has made our holidays an extremely enjoyable time and I would highly recommend her to family and friends as her level of service is above and beyond.”
Roz Nassaris
Photo - Notre Dame - France
“Holly provides an extremely friendly, personalised, and professional travel service, she is always willing to go the extra mile to ensure our holiday plans exceed our expectations.
We feel safe and protected when booking our holidays through Hollyday Travel.
Knowing that we can always contact Holly should the need arise provides us with a sense of comfort and security when travelling overseas and interstate.
We have recommended Holly to many of our family and friends (local and interstate) who have now become regular clients of Hollyday Travel and we will continue to happily recommend Holly and Hollyday Travel into the future.”
Helen and Mark Boyle
Photo - Lake Como - Italy
“We have booked many overseas and interstate holidays with Holly. She is always professional and service outstanding.
Booking with Holly, we always feel a sense of security and ease and she’s always available. She puts in so much time and does all the hard work which is greatly appreciated.
I have highly recommended Holly in the past and will continue to do so!”
Sonia Brianni
Photo - Sigatoka River - Fiji
“I have been using Holly to book my travel overseas for the past 10 years. She has always been flexible with booking different sections of the trips and working in with frequent flyer points or specific requests when asked.
Since COVID has hit we now use Holly to book all our domestic travel as well, which was a major benefit in April when we had support and advice on delaying or keeping our Tangalooma Island booking during the QLD outbreak. Sound advice from Holly and with her working with the Island we managed to keep our booking with minimal risk and enjoyed a wonderful getaway with friends as the borders reopened in time.
Years ago I recommended Holly to my brother and sister in law and other close friends and they won't use anyone else. Having a travel agent on your side in these difficult times allows more confidence in booking trips in an unknown future. Holly is always there to help, nothing is too much trouble!”
Lucy McEwen - Specialist Project Delivery BHP
Photo - Tangalooma - Moreton Island, Queensland
“I have been using Holly as my travel agent for some time and I am very impressed with the level of service she provides, particularly during the difficult times the industry is experiencing due to COVID.
Much of the work she is now doing is profitless cancellations and refunds, when trips are cancelled due to the pandemic. Many agencies fall by the wayside when profit disappears and they pull the pin, not Holly the service is unchanged and the customer is always looked after.
I have had both domestic and overseas trips through Hollyday Travel and never once have I been let down, even when I was marooned in the Middle East when I missed my flight in the middle of the night, Holly rescued me.
I have been traveling overseas virtually every year for the last twenty five years, using many agencies, and I have no hesitation in recommending to anyone that Hollyday Travel is the best.”
Denis Beresford
Photo - Taj Mahal - India
“I have booked several holidays through Holly over the past few years, both internationally and locally. Every one of them has been organised perfectly, with honest recommendations of accommodation and experiences.
I'll never look anywhere else when booking my next getaway. If you want a stress-free holiday, my advice, go straight to Holly, she is amazing.”
Donna Howell
Photo - Hollywood - Los Angeles
“Holly has booked all of our Australian and Overseas holidays. We have found Holly to be prompt, friendly and always going above and beyond to get Liz and myself the best flights, tours and accommodation that meets our budget.
Holly has always kept us updated immediately if there are any changes in our itinerary.
Therefore if you’re thinking of booking a holiday I would highly recommend you let Holly do all the hard work for you.”
Trevor and Liz Rivers
Photo - Onboard Royal Yacht Britannia - Edinburgh, Scotland
“We have always felt in safe hands with Holly. Her patience and attention to detail are above and beyond.
Holly’s knowledge of the industry and her exceptional dedication have made every experience seamless for us. Her ease of availability and cheerful nature are a very welcome bonus. She clearly loves what she does.
We happily recommend HollyDay Travel to all our friends and family.”
Carol and Ian Kretschmer
Photo - Machu Picchu - Peru