Global Conversation: Oceania
In February 2021, we hosted our fifth Global Conversation. From the Australian Outback and New Zealand's Middle Earth to the Islands of the South Pacific, there's a land to traverse when you journey down under.
Watch below as industry leaders present insightful information about Oceania.
Guest Speakers
Sarah Farag
Since joining the company in 1997, Sarah Farag has been an integral part of the Southern Crossings success story and has become one of the foremost experts in luxury travel to New Zealand. With more than 20 years’ experience, she has now taken the helm of the award winning inbound travel company, where her impeccable standards, eye for luxury and discretion have forged her stellar reputation amongst highly discerning clients from all over the globe.
Drew Kluska
Drew Kluska is the founder of The Tailor, a company specialising solely in handcrafted Australian journeys and is regarded as the leading experiential and luxury DMC travel company in this niche. Since 1998 The Tailor has been offering handcrafted Australian adventures for the most discerning travellers from around the world; through the eyes of ‘The Locals,’ whilst always maintaining an exceptional standard of quality.
Ren West
Renata is an indigenous New Zealander of Māori heritage, his hometown of Rotorua is described as the cultural capital of New Zealand. With over 10 years’ experience in the travel industry, Renata had built a career on connecting the people and cultures of the South Pacific to the world through the power of tourism. Most recently Renata founded ‘Pacific Storytelling’ with an aim to provide free resources to travelers who want to learn how to be more sustainable in their travel choices.