Born and raised in Australia, Anne had the travel bug from an early age.  After completing her degree in Early Childhood Education, she taught in the Northern Territory and then for a complete change of scene lived in Europe, attending University in Italy to study Italian, working and traveling extensively.   Marriage to an American, 2 children and many countries later, Anne chose a new career path in the travel industry and worked as a Virtuoso agent, sharing with clients her knowledge and passion for Australia and New Zealand, as an Aussie and Kiwi Specialist.

When Swain became part of the Virtuoso network Anne joined the Swain team this time sharing her knowledge and passion for Swain, with Virtuoso agents as the Virtuoso Relationship Manager for Swain Tours.