Monica | Best At Travel

Q & A with our expert monica

How Many Years Have You Worked in the Travel Industry?

I've worked in travel for 23 years now.

What's Your Favourite Destination and Why?

I would have to say the Maldives because this beautiful archipelago is simply a paradise on Earth. It has everything you could want from a tropical island holiday: white sandy beaches, postcard palm trees and magical sunsets.

Which Destination/s Do You Specialise In?

The Indian Ocean and the Middle East.

What's at the Top of Your Bucket List?

I'd love to one day go on a twin-centre holiday to Sri Lanka and the Maldives so I can combine Sri Lanka's incredible landscapes and culture with beach bliss in the Maldives.

Why Do You Love Working in Travel?

I love working in travel because I can help make people's dreams come true. Nothing pleases me more than hearing my clients say they enjoyed their holiday.

What's Your Best Childhood Holiday Memory?

Going to a holiday camp as part of a school trip. I had so much fun and made lots of new friends.

What's Your Best Ever Trip?

When I went to the Maldives with my family. We made memories that I will cherish forever.

What Was Your Most Recent Work Trip?

I recently visited Athens and stayed at the One&Only Kéa Island and the One&Only Aesthesis. Both were stunning 5-star resorts that I'd highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in the region.

Which Destination Would you Name as Your Secret Gem?

The island of Porto Santo, which is part of the Madeira archipelago in the North Atlantic. Not only is it a really beautiful island, but it is also home to really interesting Portuguese cultural heritage and has been declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO for its natural beauty.

What Was Your Most Awe-Inspiring Moment?

A sunset I saw in the Maldives following two days of intense tropical storms. It was truly breathtaking!

What's the One Item You Always Take With You?

My phone charger!

Top Travel Tip

Pack your phone charger in your hand luggage and make sure you have plenty of entertainment (films, TV shows, podcasts) downloaded for your flight.

Biggest Blunder Abroad

Not switching my data roaming off in a faraway destination and being charged an absolute fortune!

My Top Recommendations

My Most Recent Work Trip

I recently visited the Athenian Rivera and offshore islands, staying at the One&Only Kea Island and the Only&Only Aesthesis. Both were stunning 5-star resorts that I'd highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in the region.

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My Best Ever Trip