About Us

Terra Travel was founded in 1972 by its present chairman Terry Murphy.  Originally dealing with school and group travel, the company has grown to become one of the best know brands on the Northern Ireland travel scene with offices in Lurgan, Portadown and Rushmere Shopping Centre.

All branches of Terra Travel are registered members of both the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) and the International Air Travel Association (IATA).  This means your money is fully protected and guaranteed.

Our staff are all well educated in the world of travel and possess a vast array of travel expertise to provide you with the holiday best suited to your needs.  Being an independent agent means we can source outstanding deals for your travel plans, offering the highest level advice on your chosen destination.

Terra Travel is a member of the Advantage Travel Partnership which is the largest consortium of travel agents in the UK with access to a huge range of holiday products.

Meet The Team

Terry Murphy

Chairman

Lurgan Branch

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Terry Murphy

Chairman

Terra Travel was founded in 1972 by its present chairman Terry Murphy.  Originally dealing with school and group travel, the company has grown to become one of the best know brands on the Northern Ireland travel scene with offices in Lurgan, Portadown and Rushmere Shopping Centre.

Terence Murphy

Director/Manager

Rushmere Branch

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Terence Murphy

Director/Manager

Terence has been in travel for 34 years now, having worked in London and Australia in his early days.  He has travelled extensively in Europe, Asia, Australia and USA.  He lists his favourite places visited as India.  He is an expert in Asia, Australia and India of course, but has been to America more than 20 times and enjoys creating tailor-made holidays there.

Damian Murphy

Managing Director

Portadown Branch

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Damian Murphy

Managing Director

Damian has been with Terra Travel for 25 years now after 7 years working for Danske Bank.  Damian covers all areas of business and is a keen traveller himself.  “I am passionate about travel and about Terra Travel, and my time with the company has given me the opportunity to visit many places.”  Damian is a keen golfer and lists Florida as his favourite golf destination.  “Closer to home, Spain is my favourite European destination as it provides such a wide range of things to do and places to go”

Marie Murphy

Director/Manager

Lurgan Branch

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Marie Murphy

Director/Manager

Marie has worked for Terra Travel all her working life and still sees this as her dream job.  Marie has a genuine love for travelling the world but says her favourite place to go is Italy.  “I have been to Florence, Pisa, Venice, Lake Garda, Amalfi Coast, Sardinia, Rome and my favourite place of all, Sicily, where I loved discovering small villages in the hilltops = famous partly for the Godfather movie.  The food and wine I find hard to beat anywhere else.”

Cara Murphy

Travel Consultant

Portadown Branch

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Cara Murphy

Travel Consultant

I have just graduated from Ulster University having studied International Travel and tourism with Spanish-always with the mindset of making a career in travel.  Having spent 8 months living and working in Lanzarote- I would have to say this would be my favourite destination!   I am a keen traveller myself having travelled to many European destinations and the USA-  but my favourite destinations to date would have to be New York and Orlando.  I am looking forward to a great career in travel with Terra Travel.

Janine Barr

Company Retail Manager

Rushmere Branch

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Janine Barr

Company Retail Manager

Janine now has 17 years experience in travel and started working in Terra Travel as a trainee in August 1999.  After a 2 year spell with Aer Lingus, she returned to Terra Travel where she has remained since.  She has travelled to many places in her 17 years in travel and is often the last person to leave the office at night.  She lists her areas of expertise as Cruise, USA, Mexico, Disneyland Paris and Dubai as well as many European destinations.

Sharon Garland

Office Manager

Portadown Branch

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Sharon Garland

Office Manager

Sharon came straight to Terra Travel from college some 25 years ago after achieving her BTEC in Travel & Tourism.  She has built a vast knowledge of travel during this time with visits to Las Vegas, Chicago, Boston, New York, Orlando, Bermuda, as well as many European destinations and recently added a day-trip to Lapland to her repertoire.  Sharon says “I love cruising and have been lucky to take several cruises in my time with Terra Travel, but in general I just love to travel.”  Sharon can deal with any travel request and her motto remains; “No challenge is too big or too small.”

Maria Scullion

Accounts Manager

Lurgan Branch

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Maria Scullion

Accounts Manager

Maria has been working with Terra Travel from 1983 and started as an accounts administrator. Back then there were two branches, the head office in Lurgan and a second in Rushmere. “Family values are extremely important to me and as Terra Travel is a family owned business I couldn’t think of working anywhere else. Terra Travel could not run without our superb Accounts Department of which I am proud to be their Manager. After thirty plus years of working here I still get a buzz from my job.”

Barbara Freeburn

Assistant Manager

Lurgan Branch

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Barbara Freeburn

Assistant Manager

Barbara comes to Terra Travel with almost 20 experience in the travel industry. “I fell in love with this industry very quickly and to be honest couldn’t see myself working
in any other field now” says Barbara.  ” “The variety,complexity and daily challenges keep my job exciting and I learn something new daily. I am passionate about putting
together complicated itineraries for people who want to create memories. I have lots of experience of tailor making Canada, USA and Australia along with worldwide
cruises.

Louise Hoy

Louise Hoy

Accounts

Lurgan Branch

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Louise Hoy

Accounts

Louise has been working in Terra Travel since 1991 and is responsible for looking after the day to day running of the accounts, which is crucial to the success of Terra Travel. “I thoroughly enjoy working away at my desk, but I have to say I am a complete Game of Thrones nerd and can’t wait to visit the set locations, especially Croatia, Morocco and Iceland.”

Tracy Bell

Senior Travel Consultant

Rushmere Branch

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Tracy Bell

Senior Travel Consultant

Tracy has been in travel for over 17 years now, working for several companies before joining Terra Travel.  “I have been in travel since I left school and love my job with Terra Travel.”  Tracy has travelled to Cyprus (her favourite holiday spot), Turkey, Tenerife, Salou, Gran Canaria and Croatia, as well as Disneyland Paris.  Tracy can create your perfect holiday no matter where you want to go.

Sheila Rafferty

Senior Travel Consultant

Rushmere Branch

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Sheila Rafferty

Senior Travel Consultant

Sheila now has 26 years in Terra Travel and has held various roles in the company.  She lists New York, Boston, Florida, Barbados and Australia as her favourite long-haul destinations with Spain, Portugal, Italy and Bulgaria among her favourite European places visited.

She concentrates her sales on Ski, Lakes and Mountains, Eurocamp and tailor-made holidays.  Sheila is a fitness fanatic listing running, cycling and mountain walking among her hobbies.

Desy Foy

Senior Travel Consultant

Rushmere Branch

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Desy Foy

Senior Travel Consultant

Desy has been in travel for 15 years now having worked for some large companies before joining Terra Travel in 2010.  He has travelled to many places such as Mexico, Dominican Republic, Spain, Canaries, Greece and Bulgaria.  “I would have to say my favourite spots so far are Amsterdam, Barcelona and Madrid.”

Carla Judge

Senior Travel Consultant

Portadown Branch

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Carla Judge

Senior Travel Consultant

Carla has been with Terra Travel for 10 years now.  “My passion for travel stemmed from an early age, visiting family and working in the United States.  My favourite destination outside America would have to be Croatia, but I love travel in general and my job with Terra Travel.”

Nicola McKinney

Senior Travel Consultant

Lurgan Branch

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Nicola McKinney

Senior Travel Consultant

Nicola Has worked in the travel industry for 18 years now and has been fortunate to travel to destinations as diverse as Hong Kong and Thailand.  “I have first-hand knowledge of many destinations which I can share with my clients in their quest for a perfect holiday.”  Nicola goes to say “Planning ahead means availing of early discounts, free child places and a wide range of destinations to choose from.  Working at Terra Travel means we are trained to the highest level and are always able to offer our clients the most up to date information and the best value possible for their holiday.”

Olivia Martin

Travel Consultant

Craigavon Branch

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Olivia Martin

Travel Consultant

I have just completed a 2 year course in Travel and Tourism and am delighted to have started a career with Terra Travel.  My favourite places to go are Tenerife and Costa del Sol but already I have sold a wide variety of places in my new role.

I am looking forward to a great career with Terra Travel

Ria Grimley

Travel Consultant

Portadown Branch

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Ria Grimley

Travel Consultant

I completed a 2 year course in Travel & Tourism before starting work with Holland America Cruiselines  and was lucky enough to travel the world. Out of all the places I went to Flam in Norway was my favourite. I am delighted to be now working with Terra Travel and look forward to travelling even further in the future.

Ciarrai McCracken

Travel Consultant

Rushmere Branch

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Ciarrai McCracken

Travel Consultant

I have just graduated with a degree in International Travel & Tourism management and an beyond excited to be part of the Terra Travel crew. I have a few destinations on my bucket list with USA being top of the list.  I cant wait to expand my travel knowledge with the team and get more involved in this great industry

Muriel Gilliland (Mo)

Travel Consultant

Lurgan Branch

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Muriel Gilliland (Mo)

Travel Consultant

Mo considers herself  as being “very well travelled” having visited places like Dubai,Mexico,Cuba, USA and many more.  I cant wait to share the knowledge I have gained with all my customers at Terra Travel – and I can give a great insight into things to do when they are there.   I feel I can help lots of people make their dreams a reality.

Katherine McGarry

Travel Consultant

Portadown Branch

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Katherine McGarry

Travel Consultant

I spent 9 months in Australia on a working holiday where I worked helping other backpackers plan their dream trip. During this time I travelled solo around the Australian East Coast and Bali- Fraser Island was my favourite part! I’m delighted to be a part of the Terra Travel team and help you plan your perfect holiday.

Paula McAreavey

Travel Consultant

Lurgan Branch

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Paula McAreavey

Travel Consultant

Paula joins us after 12 years in the travel industry. After gaining a degree in international travel & tourism, she went on to work in the travel trade media. Working with airlines, tour operators, cruise lines and various destination representatives from all over the world.
Paula says ‘ I’m am extremely passionate about all things travel and to be part of the Terra Travel team feels like home. Being a local to all 3 stores, I love working with everyone I know, both colleagues and customers, in an industry I am passionate about. ‘
Her favourite destinations include Mallorca & Philadelphia to name but a few.