Welcome from the Toucan Travel Team

Branch Manager

I first joined Hart Travel in 2019 as part of the Fleet team before moving to manage the Chineham and Tadley stores as part of the Travel Organisers.  I previously worked as an overseas rep before joining a large national retail travel high street chain and bring a wealth of knowledge that helps me create a wide range of holiday experiences both near and far.

Aurie's Must See Destinations

Closer to home  I enjoy Dawlish,  a beautiful Devon seaside town with plenty to do and a great base to explore the Devon and Cornish coasts and countryside.

If you are looking further afield then China is a must.   Absolutely amazing destination with so much history to see, such as the Great Wall & Terracotta Soldiers.

For my own personal holiday then Tenerife offers wonderful weather and something to do for everyone,  I would also say it has the best waterpark I have been to at Siam Park.  

Aurie's Holiday Must Haves

Money!

Aurie's Bucket List Destinations

There are still too many places, including Japan & New Zealand.

Senior Travel Consultant

With over 35 years of travel experience, I joined Toucan Travel in 2001and then became part of the Travel Organisers team supporting the Chineham store.   I pride myself on friendly honest advice and providing my customers with great holiday experiences.

Sarah’s Must See Destinations

Canadian Rockies for the ‘wow’ factor, Vietnam for the wholesome friendly people and culture, Marrakech for its beautiful colours and smells and The Ionian Islands in Greece, primarily Paxos or Kefalonia for their turquoise seas... Oh and not forgetting the Maldives for utter indulgence and relaxation.

Sarah’s Holiday Must Haves

A sandy beach, my kindle and my phone

Sarah’s Bucket List Destinations

Borneo, Alaska, Latin America and French Polynesia but the list is ever growing.

Assistant Branch Manager

I joined Travel Organisers back in 2021 as part of the Toucan Travel team in Chineham.  I now support both the Chineham and Tadley stores and with over 25 years working in the travel industry have plenty of experience in making sure my clients have their perfect getaway.

Julie's Must See Destinations

Choosing a favourite is hard, but I would say Jamaica - the sunshine, sandy beaches, great resort hotels, the warm friendly welcome from the locals.  A must see excursion is to Dunn's River Falls, and for the foodies it has to be the famous jerk chicken and of course not forgetting the rum! In the UK, I love to visit the Devon coastline for its family friendly beaches, wonderful walks with great scenery and delicious cream teas. 

Julie's Holiday Must Haves

The one thing I can’t leave home without (apart from my family) is my camera to capture all the memories.

Julie's Bucket List Destinations

On my bucket list is definitely a trip down under to discover Australia and New Zealand.

Travel Consultant

I have previously worked for a well-known travel brand some 10+ years ago and returned to join the Travel Organisers Toucan team in 2024 supporting their Chineham and Tadley stores. 

Nicola’s Must See Destinations

I absolutely love Europe and all it has to offer. Croatia, Dubrovnik is probably one of the most beautiful places I’ve seen (the cable car views are amazing) but my all-time favourite destination would have to be Turkey! From Antalya to Bodrum to the Dalaman region, the natural beauty, friendly locals, value for money and fabulous shopping offers an unbeatable holiday! Having been over 15+ times, please just ask if you have any questions regarding this wonderful country!

Nicola’s Holiday Must Haves

Mosquito spray! They seem to love me, so I never leave for a holiday without it!

Nicola’s Bucket List Destination

Italy – Rome, Sorrento, and Pompeii! The history in Italy is so vast, I would love to go and learn some more about this beautiful country, and of course, do some shopping in the cobbled streets of Sorrento!

Travel Consultant

I joined Travel Organisers as part of the apprentice scheme in June 2025 at their Chineham store. It is my first role in the travel industry and I am thoroughly enjoying my time here so far.  I look forward to seeing where in takes me.

Must See Destinations

New York should be on everyone’s bucket list of places to visit. The whole place looks like a movie set and really lives up to the expectation. There is always something going on and with so many sights to see no matter what time of day.

For a holiday, my favourite destination is Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands, I’ve been so many times and I still enjoy it just as much as I always have, I love just relaxing in the sun with no worries. 

Holiday Must-Haves

A pair of noise cancelling headphones for the plane are a necessity and for any holiday I al-ways need my crocs!

Bucket List Destination

There are so many places I’d like to go and see but I think on the top of the list is the west coast of the USA and the middle east like Dubai or Abu Dhabi.