Julie Bekdashe

Independent Travel Consultant

  • I have been a travel consultant since 2000. A lot has changed throughout the years, but what has never changed is my passion for travel and helping travelers find the perfect vacation for them.

    As an independent agent with Paull Travel, I get the opportunity to work from various locations around the world. This is something I truly enjoy, especially during the winter months!

    Growing up in Edmonton I have strong local roots, but I've also spent seven years in the beautiful town of Canmore where I am still involved in the town's Rotary Club.

  • I am an Aussie Premiere Specialist, so I'd love to talk with you if you're thinking of a trip Down Under! I'm always happy to share my personal travel experiences with you, and if there's somewhere I haven't been, I have access to our agency network of on-location suppliers. I can suggest places or travel styles that you may have never heard of.

    Why work with me? I am with you supporting your every step before, during, and after your trip.

    How about we catch up over a cup of coffee or connect through a video call to discuss your next adventure?

  • For me, there are several snapshots in my mind that are so memorable! Here are some of my favourites…

    • Australia: I loved viewing the bubble-gum pink Hillier Lake in Western Australia, snorkeling with turtles on Lady Elliot Island, and soaring over the Glass House Mountains by helicopter on the Sunshine Coast!

    • Jordan: it was an incredible experience sleeping in a dome tent at Sun City Camp in Wadi Rum under the stars as the craggy mountains around were alight with the moon’s glow.

    Barcelona: I loved standing inside the breathtaking Sagrada Familia during the ‘golden hour’ when the sun was shining in through the stained glass windows casting colourful light everywhere.

    • Kauai: my highlight here was listening to ‘Somewhere over the Rainbow’ as we flew by helicopter through the lush mountains and watched whales breach in the ocean waves.

  • • I love being in nature and seeing animals in the wild, so I’d love to visit Madagascar, the Okavango Delta in Botswana, and the Amazon Rainforest.

    • I want to take a group to Colombia to experience the culture, see the natural beauty, meet the people, and taste the coffee!

    • Another dream trip would be sailing along the coast of Croatia on a SeaDream Yacht Club cruise.

  • When I travel I love visiting the local grocery stores and markets and wandering up and down the aisles to see the different kinds of foods and local products.