Kristie Tilbrook Travel & Cruise Consultant

After travelling overseas for 12 months in 2006, the travel bug was well and truly in my system. I was so passionate about travelling myself; I decided I wanted to help others plan their trips of a lifetime.

In 2007 I began at Great Southern Rail, selling train holidays throughout Australia. As the years went by, my love for the industry grew and I found I was keen to expand my horizons and sell world-wide travel.

In 2010, I was able to fulfill that dream when I began working at Phil Hoffmann Travel. Since then I have broadened my knowledge and personal travel experience. I specialise in travel anywhere but with a focus on Europe, North America, Argentina, Peru, Asia, New Zealand, Fiji and Australia.

travel tips

• If you want to go on a cyclo ride in Vietnam, make sure you negotiate the price before you start the tour and never pay more than 100,000 Vietnamese Dong for an hour ride.  

hot picks

• Ha Long Bay - from Hanoi, travel east to Ha Long Bay, from where it's possible to undertake an overnight cruise in spectacular Halong Bay.
• Hong Kong - you must visit Victoria Peak to get the best panoramic views of Hong Kong. Book a tour before you get there so you don’t miss out. 
• Barcelona - you absolutely must see Sagrada Familia; a church that’s been under construction for over 130 years (with a goal of completion set for 2026!). Get a jump the line pass or get there early to beat the queues.