
About Us
Since its creation over twenty five years ago, AmeriCan and Worldwide Travel, along with AmeriCan Ski, has grown steadily, building its reputation on the knowledge and experience of a small and very dedicated team. We pride ourselves on our creativity in designing tailor made Summer & Ski holidays to America and Canada, as well as many other Worldwide destinations to suit our clients individual requirements. Our Staff have all travelled extensively throughout North America & the rest of the World and have detailed knowledge of many different destinations.
With an emphasis on providing a service that is both personal and flexible, we continue to strive to be a cut above the rest. In providing a unique consultation service by telephone, email or alternatively in the comfort of our welcoming offices, we offer our customers something different from the usual High Street booking experience. So whether you choose to call in for an informal chat about your travel plans, or alternatively telephone or email your requirements to us we can begin to design you an amazing holiday at an affordable price, saving you time and money.
Our bright and friendly offices located in the heart of Tunbridge Wells in Kent, are only a few minutes from the mainline railway station. We offer a convenient appointment service and limited free parking for clients calling in to our office.
Our friendly team of specialist consultants can be contacted by telephoning 01892 779900 or alternatively email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We will be delighted to offer advice and recommendations to ensure that we tailor-make your ideal holiday the next time you go to North America.
Matthew Thompson (Manager)
With over fifteen years’ experience in the business, working for both small independent agents and large long haul tour operators, Matt has spent 3 years living and working in Canada and is a ski and road-tripping expert.
MOST RECENT NORTH AMERICAN DESTINATION: Michigan & the Great Lakes.
FAVOURITE AMERICAN DESTINATION: Wyoming and the iconic Yellowstone National Park.
FAVOURITE CANADIAN DESTINATION: The slopes of Whistler.
FAVOURITE WORLDWIDE DESTINATION: The South Island of New Zealand.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS: Heli-skiing in the Coastal Mountains near Whistler and taking a campervan through the Rockies.
NEXT STOP: Nashville & New Orleans.
Gillian Dellar (Senior Travel Consultant)
Gillian has more than twenty years of experience working in leisure travel and has a real passion for travel, not only within North America, but all over the world.
MOST RECENT NORTH AMERICAN DESTINATION: The bright lights of Las Vegas.
FAVOURITE AMERICAN DESTINATION: Driving Route 1 from San Francisco to San Diego.
FAVOURITE CANADIAN DESTINATION: Niagara Falls.
FAVOURITE WORLDWIDE DESTINATION: Barbados.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS: Experiencing the iconic Hornblower excursion, feeling the spray of Niagara on my face and flying above the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon on a helicopter trip – Mother Nature at her finest!
NEXT STOP: A family holiday to Orlando, Florida.
Debbie Pluss (Senior Travel Consultant)
Debbie is a life-long wanderluster who has been in the industry for many years. She loves nothing more than helping clients to plan their dream holidays.
MOST RECENT NORTH AMERICAN DESTINATION: Miami.
FAVOURITE AMERICAN DESTINATION: The relaxing vibe of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
FAVOURITE CANADIAN DESTINATION: Vancouver Island.
FAVOURITE WORLDWIDE DESTINATION: Puglia, Italy.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS: Nothing beats a stay at a rural farmhouse in the stunning countryside of Southern Italy – an unforgettable trip.
NEXT STOP: San Francisco.
Samantha King (Senior Travel Consultant, Marketing & Social Media Consultant)
Samantha has worked in leisure travel, specialising in America and Canada for many years and has also lived and worked in Canada for a time and will jump at any opportunity to travel and immerse herself in new destinations.
MOST RECENT NORTH AMERICAN DESTINATION: Vancouver.
FAVOURITE AMERICAN DESTINATION: The beautiful Oregon & Pacific North West.
FAVOURITE CANADIAN DESTINATION: Halifax & Atlantic Canada.
FAVOURITE WORLDWIDE DESTINATION: South Africa.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS: Getting to experience the amazing Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska, seeing a wild black bear in Tofino and waking up early to see hundreds of hot air balloons take off at the start of the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta in New Mexico.
NEXT STOP: The Yukon.