Since 1983, Hely has planned and escorted group itineraries, as well as Foreign Independent Travel, to many exotic and unusual parts of the world, such as: Safaris to Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa; pilgrimages to Israel, France, Portugal and Spain; the Oberammergau Passion Plays in Germany; hiking the Himalayas and cruising Alaska. During several vacations to Australia, she fell in love with this unique country and still travels there every year. In 1992, she was among the first Premier Aussie Specialists recognized by Tourism Australia. Hely is also a New Zealand KIWI Specialist and a Certified Small Ship Partner with Cruise West.