Before we share our Christmas wishes and year-end updates, we want to acknowledge the deeply distressing events at Bondi on Sunday 14 December. Our thoughts are with all those impacted, including the families, first responders and wider community affected by this tragedy.

 

 

Sonia Jones Travel is proud to have signed the Destination Canada Partnership Pledge, the first initiative of its kind in the Australian travel industry.

This pledge reflects our shared belief that tourism can be a force for good, supporting communities, respecting Indigenous cultures and caring for natural environments. It aligns closely with how we work at SJT, where responsible travel principles are already integrated into our itineraries, partnerships and client conversations.

 

 

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our clients, partners and wider community, Sonia Jones Travel donated 92 bags to Share the Dignity’s It’s In The Bag appeal this year. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed, whether through individual items, completed bags or online donations. Your support will make a very real difference to women and girls in need this Christmas.

 

 

November and December have been busy months for the SJT team, gathering inspiration from near and far.

 

Sonia spent time in New York, wandering the High Line, exploring the Bryant Park Winter Market and catching the last of the autumn colours in the Hudson Valley.

Donna travelled through France and Italy for the final travel trade events of the year, filling her virtual notebook with ideas and destinations for SJT’s 2026 itineraries. She also experienced a beautifully festive and uncrowded Venice.

Amy celebrated her wedding anniversary with a long weekend at the InterContinental Hayman Island in the Whitsundays, an SJT favourite and a standout for relaxed luxury.

Tiana continues to tick off her bucket list, currently exploring Antarctica with Aurora Expeditions among icebergs and penguins. She will then head to the Galápagos for a Christmas adventure, followed by New York to ring in the New Year at Times Square.

 

 

We have a Christmas treat to give away to one of you - a beautiful 2026 calendar filled with wanderlust and inspiration by talented Melbourne artist Ellen Walsh.

 

The winner will be announced Friday 19 December, so be quick!

 

 

Please note our Bardon office hours over the Christmas and New Year period:

25–28 December: Closed

29–31 December: 9am–4pm
(phone and email support only, no in-store appointments)

1–4 January: Closed

Our Bardon office will reopen for normal trading from Monday 5 January.

 

If you are travelling during this period, please refer to your travel app for our out-of-hours emergency contact details.

 

Finally, as we wrap up the year, we want to sincerely thank you for being part of the Sonia Jones Travel community. Your trust, loyalty and support allow us to do what we love, designing thoughtful, well-considered journeys and supporting travel that has a positive impact.

 

We wish you a safe and restful Christmas and a wonderful start to the New Year. We look forward to travelling with you again in 2026 and beyond.

 

Warmest wishes,
Sonia & the SJT Team