About The Travel Brokers - Vanessa Brocklehurst

Travel is good for the soul!

Your next adventure is out there…… let me help you get there.



Hi I’m Vanessa Brocklehurst based on the Hauraki Plains situated between Thames and Paeroa. I’m excited to be back assisting with all your travel plans as your local personal Travel Broker. With 30 years experience I will be operating my home based business under The Travel Brokers Brand, a division of the Helloworld Travel Group.


I have been recognised with many travel accolades which is testimony to the wonderful people who have supported me over the years, great relationships made and repeat referrals from happy travellers!


I hold a Level 4 NZQA qualification in Travel & Tourism.
Also a member of CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) Australasia and hold an Ambassador accreditation.


I deliver you friendly professional and personalised service, ensuring attention to detail.
Focus is on making it an exciting and seamless experience, hassle free with back up support.
I am available to give you suggestions, helpful and practical advice, tip and tricks and finding you the travel option that best suits your specific needs and budget.
With an extensive background in planning holidays along with valuable travel experience, you know you are in expert hands.
I love what I do and my passion is planning and putting together those dream holidays!


The Travel Brokers are TAANZ and IATA accredited, giving you peace of mind and financial security as your money is held secure in trust accounts from the time you make a booking.


As part of the Helloworld Travel Group I have acess to all the very best and latest specials.
Competitive Airfares, Cruising, Travel Insurance, Accomodation, Sports & Special Events, Rail, Guided Tours, Stopovers, Island Getaways, Luxury Escapes, Holiday Packages and not to forget those off the beaten track adventures, whatever your plans maybe.


Over the years I have travelled to many exciting places, here are just some of my travel highlights:

  • APT River Cruising Nuremberg to Budapest & Cruising Alaska
  • Intrepid Foodie Tour of Greece /Greek Islands
  • Terracotta Warriors Xian China
  • Tango in Argentina
  • Scenic Rail journeys through Switzerland
  • New York New York love this place (been 3 times!)
  • India Golden Triangle colourful Rajistan
  • Egyptian pyramids
  • Hot air ballooning in Fiji
  • Singapore love those hawker food centres
  • Vietnam exploring by Vespa
  • Incredible Angkor Wat in Cambodia
  • Self Drive in Scotland /Heritage sites Uk
  • Eco cycling / pampering in Ubud Bali
  • Villa in Normandy France


I can be contacted by phone or email.

By appointment happy to visit you at a time and place that works for you, or a local café.


I invite you to follow me on my Facebook page.


Would love the opportunity to help you with your next travel arrangements.

Look forward to hearing from you.


Travel Professional Vanessa Brocklehurst - Thames

Let me know how I can assist you...
Vanessa Brocklehurst
Thames/Hauraki Plains/Paeroa