Chris West
Background
I joined in August 2011 having returned from an epic trip across the Americas starting by cycling 3 months across Canada and ending the last few months back on the bikes in South America. Returning back to the UK, we wanted a change from the huge city living of London and heading to the coast was the best decision we have made. Previously worked for Trailfinders for 4.5 years, with over half the time in the Business Class Department. Have travelled widely and visited over 60 countries across 5 continents.
Originally from
Upminster, Essex (end of the District Line in London).
Where did you spend your student days?
I studied Economics and Geography at Sheffield University. I had a brilliant time, Sheffield is a great student city - fantastic nightlife and the Peak District right on the doorstep! I then studied at the School of Oriental and African Studies in London for a Masters in Development Studies.
Travel industry experience
4.5 years at Trailfinders including 2.5 years as a First and Business Class Consultant. Joined Travel Nation in August 2011.
Business Class experience
I have worked in the travel industry since 2005. I've spent the majority of my time specialising in Business and First class travel so I have a wealth of experience and knowledge selling trips for leisure and corporate travel. I have travelled extensively to over 50 countries across 6 continents giving me vast experience to suggest ideas and plan that once in a lifetime trip. I can advise the best options to suit your needs and allow you to enjoy that extra level of comfort and style.
Recent reviews of Chris
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Trekking Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in south-east Asia, in Borneo. -
Cycling the largest salt flats in the world in Bolivia during wet season- note the few inches of water! An epic fail as we did 13km in 3 hours and had to turn round as it was too slow going. One of the best adventures ever
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Our climb to the summit of Mt Kinabulu, Borneo
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Overlooking the driest desert in the world, Atacama
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On the bikes beside Emerald Lake, British Colombia
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Debs and I, Halong Bay in the background
