Tonia Kisliakov

Antonina (Tonia) Kisliakov is the CEO of Gateway Travel Pty Ltd, a trusted Australian family business founded in 1972 by her father. Tonia joined from day one and co-created the company’s name, helping shape what has become one of Australia's most respected names in tailor-made luxury and wholesale travel.With over five decades of industry experience, she has helped grow Gateway Travel into a global platform offering exclusive holiday packages, small group tours (including free travel for anyone who gathers a group of 16, plus a generous commission – conditions may apply), wellness escapes, free booking access for suitable travel agents and those with a website, and destination management—serving both clients and independent travel professionals around the world.Fluent in both Russian and English, and with a multicultural heritage spanning Belarusian, Dutch, and Russian (Slavic) roots, Tonia brings cultural sensitivity, integrity, and a clear, direct communication style to all her work. Known for her strong will and commitment to transparency and equality, she values mutual respect and collaboration above hierarchy.Through Gateway’s wholesale-to-client model, Tonia ensures clients receive unbeatable value without traditional retail markups. Gateway VIP perks include luxury hotels, curated inclusions, and insider access to unique experiences. She also manages the Travel Health Shop, providing wellness products sourced directly from manufacturers at wholesale prices.Tonia mentors a global network of independent travel agents, supporting others to build flexible, ethical businesses—free from hype, pressure, or empty promises. Her mission is to help people travel well, live fully, and build a life of freedom and purpose—on their own terms.