To say that Catherine has spent her entire life in the Travel industry is a claim that not many can make and it is also what is attributed to the success she is today. As a second generation Travel Consultant, Catherine grew up as an agency owners daughter that she would eventually enter the industry in her early adult life as a partner with her mother in the business. A successful succession plan made Catherine the sole owner of the Steeles Travel World LTD. in 2006 formerly located in North Vancouver, BC. A decision by Catherine and her family to close the physical agency and take it virtual in 2013 allowed the family to make a significant lifestyle change and relocate to the beautiful Okanagan valley. Today Catherine’s focus is on the niche luxury travel market. She is a regular attendee of the ILTM invitational conference in Europe and continues to be a top producer in her industry.
Direct Travel is proud to be among the 1% of the most elite travel agencies in North America. As members of the world’s most premier travel organizations, including Virtuoso, we are able to provide our clients with exclusive benefits and complimentary amenities. With an average of 20 years of experience, our advisors have traveled the world over to discover the perfect destinations and personalized experiences for every client.
Our advisors are specialists for all regions of the world, and can guide you to the best in hotels, tour guides, activities and dining venues in every city and every country. From family vacations to wellness retreats, we have advisors who specialize in all specific types of travel. We also work with a variety of companies that offer specific activities for travelers with an active lifestyle seeking a personalized adventure.
There is a cruise for every type of traveler- river cruising for a slower pace, ocean cruising for waking up in a new city each day without unpacking more than once, and even expedition cruising for exploring the best nature has to offer. With an array of cruise choices and itinerary options around the world, we have the specialists who have been onboard each ship and sailed each itinerary in order to provide our clients with the best cruise to suit their travel style. We also offer extra special amenities like additional onboard credits and private shore excursions exclusive to our clients.
As members of Virtuoso and several elite luxury hotel programs we are partnered with the best of the best hotels, villas, resorts, boutique properties, and more— many of which we have first-hand experience. Our handpicked selections deliver exclusive savings and amenities—like complimentary breakfast or a welcome gift upon arriving to your suite—thanks to our worldwide and personal connections with numerous properties.