Sarah Nelson Latas

Gilbert, AZ
Aussie Specialist

Considering a holiday Down Under? I can get you to Australia! Of all of the places I have travelled, Australia is truly my favorite destination.

Whether you are an avid scuba diver who wants to spend days at sea or a snorkeling novice who c...
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Aussie Specialist

Surrounded by kangaroos in Tasmania
Surrounded by kangaroos in Tasmania

Considering a holiday Down Under? I can get you to Australia! Of all of the places I have travelled, Australia is truly my favorite destination.


Whether you are an avid scuba diver who wants to spend days at sea or a snorkeling novice who can dedicate one day, the Great Barrier Reef is a site like no other. It is arguably the most famous reef system in the world. Pictures can’t quite capture the beauty that this site holds. There is so much more to see while you spend time in Queensland. You can trek through the Daintree Rainforest where you can stay in a Luxury Lodge or you can shuttle down to the Gold Coast.


Australia has some great wine regions that include Margaret River near Perth, the Barossa Valley near Melbourne, and the Hunter Valley near Sydney. There’s a lot of good wine to be tried while in Australia, especially Australian Shiraz and Pinot Noir. You can take day trips to any of the wine areas from the nearby major cities.


Known for its famed opera house and harbor, Sydney also boasts an incredible bridge (which you should hike), great parks, delicious food (check out China town), lots of free stuff to do, and amazing surfing. Whether you go to Manly Beach or hang out with everyone else in Bondi, Sydney is a place to relax in the sun and enjoy the water. Darling Harbor has a number of good restaurants and great entertainment venues.


Tasmania is the island state south of mainland Australia. This island has so much to offer that you could spend weeks here. But if you only have a few days to spend, I’ll make sure you get to Port Arthur to see the old penal colony and its amazing views. I can also set up a private night tour for your group to see an animal sanctuary at night and hand feed Tasmanian Devils just outside of Hobart.


Don’t discount Western Australia because of its distance. Heading further West could mean swimming with Whale Sharks off white sand beaches, and seeing some of the most beautiful landscape in the country. It also means fewer tourists. The Ningaloo Reef is even more accessible than the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland.


Why do I personally love Australia? The people are extremely friendly. Everyone wants to talk to you and learn about you and why you are visiting their country. The small towns were unique and the large cities were absolutely beautiful. There was never a moment when I didn't feel safe.

My Travel Albums

Tasmania
Port of Hobart
New South Wales-Sydney
Meeting a kangaroo for the first time.
Great Barrier Reef
Great Barrier Reef
Queensland
Sunset Harbor Cruise in Cairns.

My Reviews

14 of 20 people found this review helpful
This agent knows the BIZ!
Sarah has handled our travel arrangements for quite a few years. :)

She can handle small and large travels. Sarah has done extensive travel in all shapes and forms. She is an EXCELLENT resource and provides top notch customer service. She is adventurous but practical. Explain to her what you are looking for, and she will make it happen.

On one occasion, I had what could have been a difficult travel experience but upon calling her it was handled with ease.

Sarah is our go to girl when we travel. Make her yours!

By  BW  from  Mesa, AZ
Traveled to  New York City ~ New York ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Sarah Nelson Latas responded:
I am always happy to help your family when it comes to your travel needs!

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10 of 13 people found this review helpful
Best Family Vacation
I was trying to plan a trip to Australia on my own thinking I would save money. It was frustrating. I called Sarah and explained what I wanted and my budget. She helped me get everything booked and stayed within budget. Her recommendations were fantastic. She guided us through all steps of international travel.
By  Lisa  from  Gilbert, AZ
Traveled to  Australia & New Zealand
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Sarah Nelson Latas responded:
It was a pleasure helping you and your family on your trip to Australia!

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12 of 20 people found this review helpful
The best agent I have worked with!
I have had the pleasure of working with Sarah on many trips. She is an extremely professional agent who is great to work with. She has helped me with overseas vacations multiple times, including New Zealand, a multi country European trip, and even Antartica. She is constantly impressing me with her knowledge of the topics/locations we are discussing. She is available to answer any questions I may have about excursion or seasons to travel, and is willing to offer suggestions based on what we have discussed. I value her opinion and have been very thankful for all that she does. She thinks of everything needed for the perfect vacation, down to transfers (which I always forget about), insurance, currency exchange tips, and places of interest. She is the only person I will book my travel through!
By  Megan  from  Mesa, AZ
Traveled to  Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Sarah Nelson Latas responded:
Thank you for such wonderful words! I am always happy to make sure that you are well taken care of and that you have an amazing vacation!

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5 of 7 people found this review helpful
Booked 3 week South American land package with fli
She was spot on with her suggestions and was patient with our questions. She helped us with issues that happened while traveling and was always positive and kind.
By  Cathy  from  Minneapolis, MN
Traveled to  South America
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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6 of 14 people found this review helpful
Family Vacation - Cruise to Mexico
I have referred Sarah to others and have actually received a call thanking me for referring them to her.

She saved us money over the internet sites and advised us on the important things we wouldn't have known otherwise. We are grateful we found Sarah,and will use her services again on our next trip.

Having Sarah professionally advise us saved time and gave us the confidence to explore areas where we wouldn't have otherwise.

(I wish we traveled more!!!)

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Thanks again!
Dave K.

By  Dave K.  from  Saint Charles, MO
Traveled to  Cozumel ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Sarah Nelson Latas responded:
It was a pleasure to work with you and help you experience a new destination. I'd be more than happy to help you plan your future travels as well.

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Destination Expert:

  • Australia
  • Great Barrier Reef
  • Sydney
  • Cairns
  • Tasmania

Travel Specialist:

  • Luxury
  • Adventure
  • Luxury Cruises
  • Cruises
  • Animals & Wildlife

Top Travel Partners:

  • Travel Answers
  • G Adventures
  • Silversea
  • Tauck
  • Celebrity Cruises

Certifications/Awards:

  • CTIE
  • Aussie Specialist from Tourism Australia
  • Upward Rockstar Agent Under 40 Trendsetter 2015
  • Travel Agent Magazine's 30 Under 30 2013 Recipient
  • G Adventures 2018 Ambassador of Change

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