Hi there! I'm Catharine (Cat.) As Marketing and Communications Director at Far Horizons, I've found my professional home. While I've been with the company for three years, my relationship with Mary Collins, our CEO, spans over a decade. After nearly 20 years in travel marketing, I can confidently say that Far Horizons represents the pinnacle of my career journey — a place where I can honor a forty-year legacy of excellence while working to promote a company I am proud of, with a team I have faith in, and in a position that frankly, I adore.

 

What I love most is the collaborative spirit of our small team, united in crafting bespoke journeys that are truly exceptional. In addition to marketing & communications, I also enjoy travel with our groups. This allows me to witness firsthand the impact of our meticulously planned itineraries and build invaluable relationships with our expert PhD-led study leaders and with you, our travelers. This enables me to better participate in the kindred community our trips facilitate, which extends past the end of our journeys. While I consider this work travel a major perk, it's also essential to our operations, and being able to determine how we can constantly improve our offerings.

Far Horizons offers more than just destinations; we offer trust and personalized service, creating opportunities for profound personal growth. When you book with Far Horizons, you understand that you are investing in a transformative experience. You know you will be guided by a leading expert who will turn sightseeing into an intellectual adventure. You have confidence in the journey created by our team and collaborated on with experts. You understand that we care for you and your experience with us. The building of personal relationships is something I'm incredibly proud of…and currently focused on strengthening further. We want to know you, and we want you to know us.

 

It's so rewarding to hear,  as we often do, that after traveling with Far Horizons, it is difficult to imagine traveling a different way. I recently experienced this firsthand on a personal trip to Ireland when I visited Clonmacnoise. Despite the site's beauty, I found myself longing for the rich context and stories our scholar-leaders provide—the kind of insights that transform simple sightseeing. I don't take for granted that my job also allows me to benefit from all we offer.

 

Since 2022, I've showcased, managed, and enjoyed incredible Far Horizons journeys worldwide. I'd be delighted to connect and answer any questions you have about trips I've joined in the past that are being offered this coming fall and winter. I'd be happy to expand on the details of any trip, but also share my personal feelings and insight. Please email me to start a conversation, and I'd be happy to coordinate a call.