Your Personal
travel guide to the world
Your journey with Gray Dawes Travel Leisure begins with our dedicated team of travel experts. With a passion for exploration and a commitment to personalised service they are your guides to unforgettable experiences. Whether it’s a leisure getaway, a family vacation or a trip to study abroad, trust our experts to craft the perfect travel adventure for you. Connect with us today and embark on a journey tailored just for you.
Why Choose Us
why trust Gray Dawes with your personal travel?
Your Own Personal Travel Expert
You’ll work with a dedicated leisure travel consultant who gets to know your preferences, understands your travel style, and is with you every step of the way – from inspiration to return.
Corporate Strength, Personal Service
Our leisure travel service is powered by the buying strength of our global corporate travel business, giving you access to preferential rates, upgrades, and perks you won’t find elsewhere.
Uncompromising Attention to Detail
With decades of experience managing high-level corporate travel, we bring the same precision, discretion, and white-glove service to your personal holidays. Every element is carefully considered. Nothing is left to chance.
Meet The Team
OUR TRAVEL EXPERTS
Narelle Cooper
Leisure Manager
Narelle is a luxury travel specialist with 25 years of industry experience. With a passion for tailored and boutique travel experiences, Narelle can expertly curate a personalised program to suit all needs.
Having travelled to 78 countries and counting, she brings a wealth of travel knowledge to assist both our clients and the team in creating unique travel memories.
Her favourite destinations are Botswana and Peru, and she enjoys small yacht cruising.
Jane Gannon
Leisure Manager
With over 35 years of experience across all areas of the travel industry, Jane brings unmatched knowledge, professionalism, and passion to every client interaction.
Her well-rounded background includes expertise in leisure travel, corporate bookings, group tours, and luxury getaways, making her a true full-service travel manager.
Her favourite destinations are Italy, Greek Islands & Cabo, Mexico.
Rita Garrad
Senior Leisure Travel Consultant
Rita has 30 years of experience in the travel industry. From consulting right through to owning her own travel agency for over a decade, Rita has done it all in travel.
Rita is passionate about building the perfect travel experience for our customers. Using her expert knowledge to make even the most complex itineraries seamless and easy for you.
Her favourite destinations are Mexico and Cyprus.
Gayle Dawson
Senior Leisure Consultant
Gayle has 24 years of industry experience across corporate, wholesale and leisure travel, and is a CLIA Master Consultant cruising specialist.
She takes immense pride in ensuring meticulous planning of every aspect of the trip and in providing each client with the highest level of customer service.
Her favourite destinations are Hawaii and New York.
Alison Dalton
Senior Leisure Consultant
Alison has 37 years of experience as a leisure travel consultant. She specialises in curating personalised travel experiences to suit her client’s specific needs and takes great pride in giving outstanding service to everyone.
Her favourite place to travel is Europe, especially Italy, Spain, and France.
Annette Ready
Leisure Sales Support
As a travel consultant for 40 years, Annette possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise in crafting memorable travel experiences.
Annette is adept at understanding client needs and offering personalised recommendations based on a deep understanding of various destinations and travel styles. Her extensive industry knowledge allows her to anticipate potential challenges and ensure smooth, enjoyable journeys for our clients.
Her favourite destinations are Italy, Japan, Tahiti and Mauritius.
our partners
At Gray Dawes Travel Leisure, partnerships are at the heart of our success.
We work closely with a select group of partners and suppliers who share our commitment to excellence, personalised service, sustainability and innovation in travel.
Together, we’ve expanded our horizons offering enriched services and support for both leisure and corporate clients. Our partnerships ensure that no matter where you’re headed, Gray Dawes has the resources and expertise to make your journey extraordinary.
Contact us today!
To find out more or make a booking, complete the form below or give us a call on +61 3 9005 4069