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Don Renshaw
CEO & Owner
Luxury Travel Advisor Don Renshaw Jr. is the CEO of Renshaw Travel. Don has more than 40 years experience in the travel industry and he has developed an extensive expertise in the luxury travel market. His global network of contacts allows him to bring the best of travel experiences to his clients including uniquely designed trips to his favorite destinations such as India, China, South Africa, Hawaii, Australia and the South Pacific Islands. Read the Full Story
CEO & Owner
Luxury Travel Advisor Don Renshaw Jr. is the CEO of Renshaw Travel. Don has more than 40 years experience in the travel industry and he has developed an extensive expertise in the luxury travel market. His global network of contacts allows him to bring the best of travel experiences to his clients including uniquely designed trips to his favorite destinations such as India, China, South Africa, Hawaii, Australia and the South Pacific Islands. Read the Full Story
David Lowy
President
Luxury Travel Advisor With his extensive firsthand knowledge of the world’s finest luxury travel products, an incredible “black book” of industry contacts and a passion for delivering unique and memorable experiences, David Lowy has carved a niche in the travel industry. In October of 2011, David became the first non-American to be appointed to Travel + Leisure Magazine’s Advisory Board and then in December of 2011, David was featured in the cover story of Luxury Travel Advisor in which he discusses his two luxury brands – Astrada and Astrada Jets. Read the Full Story
President
Luxury Travel Advisor With his extensive firsthand knowledge of the world’s finest luxury travel products, an incredible “black book” of industry contacts and a passion for delivering unique and memorable experiences, David Lowy has carved a niche in the travel industry. In October of 2011, David became the first non-American to be appointed to Travel + Leisure Magazine’s Advisory Board and then in December of 2011, David was featured in the cover story of Luxury Travel Advisor in which he discusses his two luxury brands – Astrada and Astrada Jets. Read the Full Story
Carly Renshaw
Wellness Travel Consultant
Born into the family business her grandfather started, Carly had no choice but to grow up reading travel brochures and hand delivering flyers. It’s fair to say it wasn’t her favorite job at the time, but she managed to come through it with a love of travel intact. Like many children born into a family business however, Carly had other interests that she desired to explore before starting a career in the travel industry.
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Wellness Travel Consultant
Born into the family business her grandfather started, Carly had no choice but to grow up reading travel brochures and hand delivering flyers. It’s fair to say it wasn’t her favorite job at the time, but she managed to come through it with a love of travel intact. Like many children born into a family business however, Carly had other interests that she desired to explore before starting a career in the travel industry.
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Elena Andriyashyna
Business Development Manager
Luxury Travel Advisor
Originally from Russia, Elena’s life-long passion for travel and adventure took her to live, work and travel in the most distant corners of the planet. Dancing samba in Rio de Janeiro’s carnival in Brazil, practicing kung-fu and meditation in the Shoaling monastery in China, crossing the vast territory of Russia via the Trans Siberian Railway, and diving into the mysterious Blue Hole in Belize are only some examples of Elena’s world explorations. Read the Full Story
Business Development Manager
Luxury Travel Advisor
Originally from Russia, Elena’s life-long passion for travel and adventure took her to live, work and travel in the most distant corners of the planet. Dancing samba in Rio de Janeiro’s carnival in Brazil, practicing kung-fu and meditation in the Shoaling monastery in China, crossing the vast territory of Russia via the Trans Siberian Railway, and diving into the mysterious Blue Hole in Belize are only some examples of Elena’s world explorations. Read the Full Story
Linda Sim
Cruise & Group Travel Specialist
Linda’s impressive cruising and travel experiences have taken her to the Northern Baltic regions, down-under to Australia and New Zealand, over to Tahiti, Mexico, through the Panama Canal and the Caribbean. She is a firm believer in the value of cruising and her motto is: “There is something for everybody on a cruise and it is all about having the right guest on the right ship”. Read the Full Story
Cruise & Group Travel Specialist
Linda’s impressive cruising and travel experiences have taken her to the Northern Baltic regions, down-under to Australia and New Zealand, over to Tahiti, Mexico, through the Panama Canal and the Caribbean. She is a firm believer in the value of cruising and her motto is: “There is something for everybody on a cruise and it is all about having the right guest on the right ship”. Read the Full Story
Julia Kostina
F.I.T. Europe, Luxury Hotel Specialist
Julia Kostina was born in Russia and holds a degree in architecture. She changed her career path in 1994 and started working as a professional travel consultant, opening up her own travel agency in her home city and passionately building up her expertise in high-end travel. Once she moved to Canada in 2003, she joined Renshaw Travel as a specialist in luxury F.I.T. Europe. Today, having more than 17 years of experience in travel business, been a privileged guest of numerous worlds' best hotels herself, she truly is a connoisseur in the luxury hotel area. Successfully building close relationships with hotels and their key people, Julia insures that her clients are getting the most personalized and exclusive treatment where ever they go. Read the Full Story
F.I.T. Europe, Luxury Hotel Specialist
Julia Kostina was born in Russia and holds a degree in architecture. She changed her career path in 1994 and started working as a professional travel consultant, opening up her own travel agency in her home city and passionately building up her expertise in high-end travel. Once she moved to Canada in 2003, she joined Renshaw Travel as a specialist in luxury F.I.T. Europe. Today, having more than 17 years of experience in travel business, been a privileged guest of numerous worlds' best hotels herself, she truly is a connoisseur in the luxury hotel area. Successfully building close relationships with hotels and their key people, Julia insures that her clients are getting the most personalized and exclusive treatment where ever they go. Read the Full Story
Emily Hayes
Asia tours, Mexico and Hawaii Vacations and group travel specialist
It was traveling in Southeast Asia when Vancouverite Emily Hayes realized that her passion was to combine both work and travel. Since then, Emily has shared her knowledge and experience as an Asia and Mexico-Caribbean Travel Specialist. Having travelled to and experienced many of Asia’s wonders, Emily is naturally Renshaw Travel’s expert in organizing tours to Asia, and more importantly, acquiring Visas to Vietnam and China. Read the Full Story
Asia tours, Mexico and Hawaii Vacations and group travel specialist
It was traveling in Southeast Asia when Vancouverite Emily Hayes realized that her passion was to combine both work and travel. Since then, Emily has shared her knowledge and experience as an Asia and Mexico-Caribbean Travel Specialist. Having travelled to and experienced many of Asia’s wonders, Emily is naturally Renshaw Travel’s expert in organizing tours to Asia, and more importantly, acquiring Visas to Vietnam and China. Read the Full Story
Michele Cohen
Adventure Travel Specialist
Michele's passion for adventure travel was fuelled when she gave up the world of high finance in London for the high mountains in the Himalayas. She decided to learn Spanish and explore Latin America, where she spent 18 months discovering the continent, from Guatemala down to Patagonia, working for a charity, leading trekking groups, hiking through the Andes, watching the wild-life, and tripping over people whilst learning to salsa. Read the Full Story
Adventure Travel Specialist
Michele's passion for adventure travel was fuelled when she gave up the world of high finance in London for the high mountains in the Himalayas. She decided to learn Spanish and explore Latin America, where she spent 18 months discovering the continent, from Guatemala down to Patagonia, working for a charity, leading trekking groups, hiking through the Andes, watching the wild-life, and tripping over people whilst learning to salsa. Read the Full Story
Mylen Gagnon
Wedding and Honeymoon Destination Specialist Mylen Gagnon is a Canadian, born in Northern Quebec; Quebecois by nationality but citizen of the world by heart. With an intense thirst to see the world, Mylen left her hometown at the age of seventeen and has been travelling ever since. She has climbed mountains in Europe, kayaked Equatorial rivers, hiked Thailand’s rice lands, surfed the Canary Island waves, slept in the most emblematic hotels in such cities as Paris, New York and Madrid, stayed in rustic casitas in some of the most wonderful corners of the world and enjoyed every type of food and wines… always trying to discover the authentic experience of each place. Read the Full Story
Wedding and Honeymoon Destination Specialist Mylen Gagnon is a Canadian, born in Northern Quebec; Quebecois by nationality but citizen of the world by heart. With an intense thirst to see the world, Mylen left her hometown at the age of seventeen and has been travelling ever since. She has climbed mountains in Europe, kayaked Equatorial rivers, hiked Thailand’s rice lands, surfed the Canary Island waves, slept in the most emblematic hotels in such cities as Paris, New York and Madrid, stayed in rustic casitas in some of the most wonderful corners of the world and enjoyed every type of food and wines… always trying to discover the authentic experience of each place. Read the Full Story
Pam Bell
Africa, Family, Adventure & Club Med Travel Specialist
At the age of 22, Pam left her Ontario hometown to embark on a journey of a lifetime. She first went to South Pacific and eventually made her way via cargo ships and banana boats to Australia, where she found herself with no ticket home and only $50 to her name. Read the Full Story
Africa, Family, Adventure & Club Med Travel Specialist
At the age of 22, Pam left her Ontario hometown to embark on a journey of a lifetime. She first went to South Pacific and eventually made her way via cargo ships and banana boats to Australia, where she found herself with no ticket home and only $50 to her name. Read the Full Story
Dave and Bev Knoblauch
Cruise & Land Package Travel Specialist
Dave and Bev have been working in the travel industry for over 10 years. They initially started up as travel consultants in Abbotsford, where they soon became known for their great attention to detail and their knack for getting good deals. Through a family connection, Dave and Bev joined the Renshaw Travel team in 1999. Read the Full Story
Cruise & Land Package Travel Specialist
Dave and Bev have been working in the travel industry for over 10 years. They initially started up as travel consultants in Abbotsford, where they soon became known for their great attention to detail and their knack for getting good deals. Through a family connection, Dave and Bev joined the Renshaw Travel team in 1999. Read the Full Story
Shane Maddaford
Cruise & Rail Europe Travel Specialist
From an early age, Shane had an itch to see the world. This Saskatchewan-native finally got his wish during a high-school trip to Europe. It was this trip that motivated Shane to move to Holland, where he not only developed practical travel experience, but an even greater urge to travel. Read the Full Story
Cruise & Rail Europe Travel Specialist
From an early age, Shane had an itch to see the world. This Saskatchewan-native finally got his wish during a high-school trip to Europe. It was this trip that motivated Shane to move to Holland, where he not only developed practical travel experience, but an even greater urge to travel. Read the Full Story
Karen Morrow
Corporate Travel Specialist
After a six-year adventure full of sailing the waters of Europe, Mexico and the Caribbean, Karen returned to Canada with a desire to sell travel. This travel veteran has since acquired over 20 years in the travel industry. Read the Full Story
Corporate Travel Specialist
After a six-year adventure full of sailing the waters of Europe, Mexico and the Caribbean, Karen returned to Canada with a desire to sell travel. This travel veteran has since acquired over 20 years in the travel industry. Read the Full Story
Izumi Ogawa
Japan Travel Specialist
A native of Tokyo, Japan, Izumi Ogawa immigrated to Vancouver in 2007. Prior to coming to Canada, Izumi worked as an Executive Assistant in the financial industry in Tokyo. One of her main responsibilities was to arrange the business trips for the high level executives in her firm. Read the Full Story
Japan Travel Specialist
A native of Tokyo, Japan, Izumi Ogawa immigrated to Vancouver in 2007. Prior to coming to Canada, Izumi worked as an Executive Assistant in the financial industry in Tokyo. One of her main responsibilities was to arrange the business trips for the high level executives in her firm. Read the Full Story
Lisa Jiang
China, Luxury Cruise, Vacation and Group Travel Specialist
Lisa’s passion for travel began at an early age when she worked as a tourism journalist in China. This experience helped Lisa discover her enthusiasm for this dynamic industry. She next volunteered as a tour guide, and obtained hands on experience in group tour planning. Read the Full Story
China, Luxury Cruise, Vacation and Group Travel Specialist
Lisa’s passion for travel began at an early age when she worked as a tourism journalist in China. This experience helped Lisa discover her enthusiasm for this dynamic industry. She next volunteered as a tour guide, and obtained hands on experience in group tour planning. Read the Full Story
Nadia Serry
Health Tourism Specialist
Nadia was born in Giza, the ancient home of the Pyramids in Egypt. She lived, worked and travelled throughout four continents and she speaks four languages. Nadia developed a passion for Health Tourism, and with creativity she tailors a fusion of wellness and travel. Read the Full Story
Health Tourism Specialist
Nadia was born in Giza, the ancient home of the Pyramids in Egypt. She lived, worked and travelled throughout four continents and she speaks four languages. Nadia developed a passion for Health Tourism, and with creativity she tailors a fusion of wellness and travel. Read the Full Story
Danielle Lacamell
Disney & Corporate Travel Specialist
Danielle and travel are like two peas in a pod. Was it having a father as a Canadian Airlines Captain that influenced Danielle to work in the travel industry or was it learning how to walk on a plane that did it? Whichever the reason, Danielle’s passion for travel is undeniable! Read the Full Story
Disney & Corporate Travel Specialist
Danielle and travel are like two peas in a pod. Was it having a father as a Canadian Airlines Captain that influenced Danielle to work in the travel industry or was it learning how to walk on a plane that did it? Whichever the reason, Danielle’s passion for travel is undeniable! Read the Full Story
Harry Harris
Cruise & Group Travel Specialist
A native of Vancouver, Harry has been involved in the travel business for 14 years, specializing in luxury cruising. He is an experienced group escort, having escorted groups for Virtuoso in the Mediterranean, Alaska and the South Pacific. Read the Full Story
Cruise & Group Travel Specialist
A native of Vancouver, Harry has been involved in the travel business for 14 years, specializing in luxury cruising. He is an experienced group escort, having escorted groups for Virtuoso in the Mediterranean, Alaska and the South Pacific. Read the Full Story
Jessica Renshaw
Holistic Health & Wellness
Jessica is a passionate outdoors enthusiast and a certified personal trainer. She graduated from Acadia University with a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours). Her interests include aspects of Holistic health ranging from fitness to yoga, meditation and Ayurvedic medicine. During the summer of 2012 Jessica is attending an outdoor leadership programme that supports her focus on nature's therapeutic qualities. Whenever possible Jessica loves to be in motion, enjoying activities such as beach volleyball, hiking, cycling and most recently receiving her PADI scuba diving certificate. She is currently travelling in Southeast Asia and in March goes to Bali to study and receive her Raw Food Chef Certification.
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Holistic Health & Wellness
Jessica is a passionate outdoors enthusiast and a certified personal trainer. She graduated from Acadia University with a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours). Her interests include aspects of Holistic health ranging from fitness to yoga, meditation and Ayurvedic medicine. During the summer of 2012 Jessica is attending an outdoor leadership programme that supports her focus on nature's therapeutic qualities. Whenever possible Jessica loves to be in motion, enjoying activities such as beach volleyball, hiking, cycling and most recently receiving her PADI scuba diving certificate. She is currently travelling in Southeast Asia and in March goes to Bali to study and receive her Raw Food Chef Certification.
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Santiago Nemirovsky
South America, Luxury Cruise & Yacht Specialist
Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Santiago holds a Bachelor of Commerce Degree and post-graduate studies in Travel and Hospitality Management. He is not only fluent in Spanish, but English, French, Italian and Portuguese as well. With such skill, Santiago has travelled widely and comfortably within North & South America, the Mediterranean, Scandinavia, Africa and Asia. Read the Full Story
South America, Luxury Cruise & Yacht Specialist
Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Santiago holds a Bachelor of Commerce Degree and post-graduate studies in Travel and Hospitality Management. He is not only fluent in Spanish, but English, French, Italian and Portuguese as well. With such skill, Santiago has travelled widely and comfortably within North & South America, the Mediterranean, Scandinavia, Africa and Asia. Read the Full Story
Joadey Caldwell
Europe & Group Travel Specialist
This seasoned travel expert from England knew she wanted to work in travel from an early age. Joadey started in travel with the largest tour operator in the North of England as a travel specialist and went on to become a successful tour guide in Spain for several years. After many years in management, she qualified for her diploma as a respected Member of the Travel Agents Institute (MTAI). Read the Full Story
Europe & Group Travel Specialist
This seasoned travel expert from England knew she wanted to work in travel from an early age. Joadey started in travel with the largest tour operator in the North of England as a travel specialist and went on to become a successful tour guide in Spain for several years. After many years in management, she qualified for her diploma as a respected Member of the Travel Agents Institute (MTAI). Read the Full Story
Andrew Mortimer-Lamb
Andrew Mortimer-Lamb
Luxury Travel Advisor - Virgin Galactic Accredited Space Agent
Andrew Mortimer-Lamb joined Renshaw Travel in November 2009 and ‘launched’ his career in the travel business by becoming one of 80 Accredited Space Agents worldwide for Sir Richard Branson’s space tourism company, Virgin Galactic. Andrew moved back to Vancouver two years ago from California after over 12 years in the luxury automobile market where he was instrumental in building one of the largest dealerships of its kind in the world. Read the Full Story
Andrew Mortimer-Lamb
Luxury Travel Advisor - Virgin Galactic Accredited Space Agent
Andrew Mortimer-Lamb joined Renshaw Travel in November 2009 and ‘launched’ his career in the travel business by becoming one of 80 Accredited Space Agents worldwide for Sir Richard Branson’s space tourism company, Virgin Galactic. Andrew moved back to Vancouver two years ago from California after over 12 years in the luxury automobile market where he was instrumental in building one of the largest dealerships of its kind in the world. Read the Full Story
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