Michael Gathercole
The
business is run by Michael Gathercole, an enthusiastic
and passionate South African. He has a degree in Human
Resources Management from the University of Cape Town
and his previous work experience has included human resource
management, international banking and customer services
in England and South Africa. Michael started in the marketing
and travel logistics of the tourism industry a number
of years ago before moving into freelance tour guiding.
This has since evolved into him becoming a tour operator
with a passion for making a positive contribution to
South African society.
Michael prides himself in always giving of his best
and believes in providing a quality and valuable service
for all his customers. He is determined to make a difference
in South Africa and is constantly looking to touch and
change lives.
Heather Wonnacott
Heather
is real, home-grown South African who is passionate about
the people of this beautiful country. She has worked
within local communities for a number of years and has
a knack for trying new things. She firmly believes that
Africa is the best place to travel because of the amazing
people you get to meet, while being enveloped by some
of God's most amazing creations. As an occupational therapist,
she brings a unique understanding of serving within communities.
For 2 Way Travel, Heather develops programmes, partnerships
with charities/Not for profit organisations and itineraries
for community service tours.
Julianna Gieser
Julianna is our American team member, currently living
in Cape Town while her husband works towards his Masters
at the University of Cape Town. She is excited to be living
in South Africa and given the opportunity to learn about
new people, stories, foods and cultural traditions. At
2 Way Travel, Julianna enjoys serving international students
(the American students bring comfort from home) and the
groups volunteering in Cape Town. She especially enjoys
seeing how travellers grow through the challenges of learning
about a new place and discovering the diversity of people,
places, religions, and lifestyles that makes Cape Town
so unique. Julianna loves sports and outdoor activities
(rugby, hiking Table Mountain & sea kayaking in Fish
Hoek); cooking and eating new foods (bobotie with Mrs Ball’s
chutney, rusks, amagwinya & koeksusters); and exploring
the natural wonders of the Western Cape (fynbos, mountain
passes, indigenous forests & beaches). Julianna is
responsible for developing itineraries here at 2 Way Travel
as well as for making bookings and doing office admin.
2 Way Travel wants
to make a difference.
In peoples lives. Every day.
