Meet the owners
Dave
Co-owner
Dave brings formal qualifications in logistics and bus safety, together with leadership experience at some of Australia’s largest bus and coach organisations.
He joined his wife Elsa in the business in 2016, supporting Cartier’s growth in inbound and outbound travel. He attends travel trade shows with Elsa and contributes extensive practical knowledge of travelling around Australia.
In 2017, the business established Coach Australia Group to meet demand for professional tourism transport and car, bus and coach services for local schools and corporate clients. Dave’s experience and qualifications have helped CAG grow into an accredited bus and coach provider, serving clients from Ballarat to Cairns.
Elsa
Founder and co-owner
Elsa is a formally trained travel professional whose career has taken her to senior roles in Canada, Norway, France and the United States, before becoming Director of Marketing in Australia.
Recognising the need for experienced travel professionals in regional Victoria, she founded Cartier World Travel in 2012. In 2014, the business expanded to welcome clients from Europe and the UK.
Today, Elsa leads a team based across regional Victoria, Perth, France and Sweden, with a partnership in the UK. Cartier arranges both inbound and outbound travel, combining international experience and strong supplier relationships to offer exceptional buying power.
Personal support is central to Elsa’s approach, with 24/7 assistance wherever the journey takes Cartier’s travellers.
The team
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Caroline
Originally from France, Caroline plans individual journeys and group holidays across Europe, the Americas and New Zealand. She also helps international visitors explore Australia and New Zealand.
Languages: French, English and German.
Lesley
With 82 countries and 38 cruises behind her, Lesley shares first-hand knowledge and personal recommendations to help make your holiday memorable.
Languages: English.
Kate
Local to Moorabool, Kate brings industry experience and her own love of travel to holidays tailored around your interests and wish list.
Languages: English.
Salomé
Based in Western Australia, Salomé designs tailor-made Australia and New Zealand holidays, combining local experiences, scenery and distinctive places to stay.
Languages: English and French.
Alison
Alison handles inbound bookings and travel documents, working remotely and in the Ballan office. She lived in Darwin for 27 years and enjoys hiking, camping and self-drive adventures.
Languages: English.
Anissa
Born in France, Anissa has travelled extensively around Australia. She enjoys adventure, nature and sharing her knowledge to help create memorable holidays.
Languages: English and French.
Ronald
Dutch, based in Sweden. Ronald looks after Cartier’s website and travel technology, with experience planning Australia and New Zealand holidays.
Languages: Dutch, German, French and English.