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Cheeky little pick-me-up?Tag those you would like to glamp + retreat with.Travel December - March.Package on sale to 24 ...
14/11/2024

Cheeky little pick-me-up?

Tag those you would like to glamp + retreat with.

Travel December - March.

Package on sale to 24 November

** Package ex Perth.

Ooohhh now this is a fun trip!Fancy exploring Vietnam & Cambodia but without all the hassle of overland travel?River Cru...
14/11/2024

Ooohhh now this is a fun trip!

Fancy exploring Vietnam & Cambodia but without all the hassle of overland travel?

River Cruise the Mekong Delta. THIS is a great option.

15 nights from NZD$11,215pp

Includes:
🗾 Return airfares (Singapore Airlines)
🗾 15 night cruise & land package
🗾 up to 20% off cruise fare*
🗾 2 Night Pre-Cruise Package in Ho Chi Minh City
🗾 7 Night River Cruise from My Tho to Siem Reap with AmaWaterways
🗾 6 Night Post-Cruise Package including 2 Nights in Siem Reap, 1 Night in Ha Long Bay, and 3 Nights in Hanoi

Your 7 Night River Cruise includes:
🗾 All meals onboard, with complimentary unlimited wine, beer & soft drinks during lunch & dinner
🗾 Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
🗾 Sip & Sail cocktail hour with complimentary wine, beer & spirits
🗾 Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaine de Rotisseurs exclusive dining experience
🗾 Captains Cocktail and Gala Dinner
🗾 Experienced Cruise Manager, who accompanies you throughout your cruise & land journey
🗾 Wellness Program with dedicated Wellness Host, both on board & on shore
🗾 Complimentary bottled water, with biodegradable Tetra Pak containers for excursions
🗾 Unlimited high-quality complimentary Internet & Wi-Fi on board
🗾 Small guided group excursions with a variety of choices, including immersive special interest tours, and hiking & biking adventures
🗾 Complimentary bicycles, helmets and Nordic walking sticks
🗾 Onboard programs, such as lectures, theme dinners etc..
🗾 Port Charges
🗾 Gratuities

Sale until November 24th.

[email protected]

Travel News: Jetstar, Virgin, Qantas and Air New Zealand cancel flights to Bali."Due to volcanic ash caused by the Mount...
13/11/2024

Travel News: Jetstar, Virgin, Qantas and Air New Zealand cancel flights to Bali.

"Due to volcanic ash caused by the Mount Lewotobi eruption in Indonesia, it is currently not safe to operate flights to and from Bali".

Additional services will operate as soon as possible. Do reach out if you need assistance with future Bali trips.

Hello hello.Back after a fleeting family trip and feeling very contented. You know when you return from holiday there's ...
11/11/2024

Hello hello.

Back after a fleeting family trip and feeling very contented.

You know when you return from holiday there's usually that huge sense of longing for the trip that was? Well, today at the desk, catching up on all the admin of new bookings and checking in on imminent departures.. instead of "longing" for the trip that was, I have an overwhelming sense of contentment.

Over 8 days we travelled with Miss 5 & Miss 2 from Aussie to Thailand. A very brief stay in Phuket, then onward to Khao Lak and into Koh Sok National Park. Our trip was purposely constructed with big adventure every second day, leaving a day in between to tiki-tour the local village, hang on the beach, and make the most of the phenomenal resorts, without any time or expectation pressures. The result being a super well rounded trip where no-one was niggly, sleep deprived or moany. That's a big win when travelling with littlies!

Highlights were definitely Koh Sok where the scenery reminded me a little of Halong Bay, Vietnam, but with a remote feel - so vast, and with limited tourism, there was a greater sense of peace. The girls loved one of our big adventure days here that included long tail boat ride on Cheow Lan Lake and a hike in the bush. Another of their favourites was a day spent caring for the elephants at the Koh Sok Elephant Conservation centre.. though they were not as keen to be up close to the elephants as Rich and I who washed and bathed them!

We also took the girls up to Big Buddha in Phuket and around Wat Chalong. Seeing their faces marvel at such things was priceless.

It's amazing how every corner of Thailand offers something different. Sure, Thailand does a stunning beach, but personally I loved the culture and the topography too. Mix into that how they do phenomenal resorts, and there's a destination I find myself returning to time and again.

For somewhere a little more laid-back than Phuket or Krabi, Khao Lak gets my vote. And if you like a adventure for day excursions, then you've a well balanced region.

So... successful quick-escape. And now, normal working hours.. which is all hours - ha!

Always yours in travel,

Alex xx

Ooooh la la. Who fancies a little adventure?Kuala Lumpur✈️ Return airfares✈️ 4 nights Berjaya Times Square Hotel✈️ Full ...
29/10/2024

Ooooh la la. Who fancies a little adventure?

Kuala Lumpur
✈️ Return airfares
✈️ 4 nights Berjaya Times Square Hotel
✈️ Full breakfast daily
From NZD$1,855pp

Langkawi
✈️ Return airfares
✈️ 4 nights PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort
✈️ Full breakfast daily
From $2,225pp

Penang
✈️ Return airfares
✈️ 4 nights PARKROYAL Penang Resort
✈️ Full breakfast daily
From $1,965pp

Bangkok – Flights to BKK
✈️ Return airfares
✈️ 4 nights LiT Bangkok Hotel & Residence
✈️ Full breakfast daily
✈️ BONUS: Includes one FREE NIGHT!
From $1,875pp

Phuket
✈️ Return airfares
✈️ 8 nights Phuket Graceland Resort and Spa
✈️ Daily breakfast
✈️ BONUS: Includes FOUR FREE NIGHTS!
From $2,185pp

Khao Lak
✈️ Return airfares
✈️ 8 nights The sands Khao Lak by Katathani
✈️ Full breakfast daily
✈️ BONUS: Includes FOUR FREE NIGHTS!
From $2,419pp

It was a family Saturday afternoon at our place. We’d just pulled up at a kids birthday party that Miss 5year old had be...
28/10/2024

It was a family Saturday afternoon at our place. We’d just pulled up at a kids birthday party that Miss 5year old had been amped about since about 5am. That’s when I got a phone call from a customer who needed urgent assistance.

While the family leapt out of the car and onto the party I spun the car around and went to action turning our customer’s travel lemons into lemonade.

They’d arrived into Chiang Mai at precisely the moment tourists were being asked to leave due to unprecedented levels of sudden flooding.

I put them straight on the next flight South to Phuket, where they transferred to this resort in Khao Lak for a twist in their family holiday.

“Big thank you for supporting us when you did. In hindsight without you it would have been a different outcome”

Turning travel lemons into lemonade, this family really enjoyed their new hotel. We think this one is pretty fab for families too.

Wow! Pretty cool to see a shift in airlines rules that are in the interest of the customer.New US Refund Requirements"Th...
24/10/2024

Wow! Pretty cool to see a shift in airlines rules that are in the interest of the customer.

New US Refund Requirements

"The US Department of Transportation has introduced new rules regarding automatic refunds for tickets and fees in certain situations. These apply to all flights to/from the US, regardless of where the journey starts or where the ticket was purchased. Please note these requirements take place from 30 October 2024.

Key Points:

Flights Impacted
The rule applies to any journey to/from or transiting the US, including connections from New Zealand, Australia, Pacific Islands, the UK/Europe, or Canada, if part of the same ticket.

Cancelled or Significantly Changed Flights
Customers are entitled to a full refund of unused fares, taxes, and ancillary fees if the flight is cancelled or significantly changed (e.g., delayed by over 6 hours, additional connections, cabin downgrade, or departure from a different airport).

Automated Refunds
Airlines must provide refunds for significant changes such as a flight time shift of over 6 hours, airport changes, added connections, or if accessibility for disabled passengers is reduced.

Delayed Baggage
Customers are eligible for a refund of checked baggage fees if:
International flights are delayed over 15 hours (under 12-hour flights) or 30 hours (over 12-hour flights).

Add-on Services
Refunds will be issued if paid services, such as seat selection or other ancillary products, are not provided.

A giant leap in the right direction we think!

I've got to say, when you're looking for an extended family holiday in the Fiji Islands, Plantation Island Resort seems ...
23/10/2024

I've got to say, when you're looking for an extended family holiday in the Fiji Islands, Plantation Island Resort seems to be the one short listed in almost every case.

Sure, Plantation Island Resort is not the most glamorous resort in Fiji. But for extended families or groups, here's where it ticks a lot of boxes:

- It tends to cover the lower end of the budget for Fiji Islands
- Large variety of room categories from studios to 2 bedrooms
- Kids eat free/transfer free makes it easier on the budget
- Meal plans for the adults
- Stunning ocean and beach
- Walks available on the island to stretch your legs a little
- Kids club
- Activities like mini golf, bikes and waterpark
- Snorkelling

We personally found the lower scale compared to the other Fiji island resorts to be a win, considering the resort itself had absolutely everything needed for a super fun family holiday with kids.

Time and again when we have offered different options to customers, Plantation Island ends up the winner.

So, who is Plantation Island Resort NOT for then?

1) Probably travellers who are not looking for a budget friendly Fiji holiday.. there are lots of higher grade options out there.

2) Probably travellers who are keen to have a kid-free experience!

So...

A good option for families joining together (with kids), for a really lovely, memorable Fiji Island holiday.

Hey you! The avid snow enthusiast...Fancy taking a week off in January or February, to ski in Japan?🏂 Previously sold ou...
23/10/2024

Hey you! The avid snow enthusiast...

Fancy taking a week off in January or February, to ski in Japan?

🏂 Previously sold out dates
🏂 Two Niseko packages just became available

Choose from:

🏂 7 nights M Hotel
🏂 6 days lift pass (includes all 4 Niseko resorts & night skiing)
🏂 Return airport transfers
🏂 Travel dates: 31st January - 7th February or 18th 25th February 2025
From NZD$2,650pp | AUD$2,360pp

🏂 6 nights Yama Shizen
🏂 2 bedroom Deluxe Apartment (quad share)
🏂 5 day lift pass (Niseko)
🏂 Return airport transfers
🏂 Dates: 23rd February - 1st March 2025
From NZD$3,065pp | AUD$2,728pp

Don't worry.. we'll add your airfares and rental gear too.

[email protected]. Be quick.

My latest obsession. For those who need just a little bit more adventure in their life than Bali or the Islands, try Mal...
21/10/2024

My latest obsession. For those who need just a little bit more adventure in their life than Bali or the Islands, try Malaysia.

🌴Easy flights into Kuala Lumpur
🌴Stay a few nights for Batu Caves, Petronas Towers, shopping and of course delicious cuisine
🌴Next stop: Penang, just up the coast and a perfect place for Malaysia’s historic trail
🌴Finish with my new obsession in Langkawi

This rainforest resort offers chalets nestled on the jungle or bungalows over the water. Activities range from hiking to water sports and that’s even before you’ve headed off the resort to enjoy the island activities.

Your next adventure just became even more exciting. The best part is, we book it door to door. All you need to do is enjoy.

“I thought travel agents were expensive. But my holiday wasn’t”.In fact, travel agents are basically the opposite of exp...
18/10/2024

“I thought travel agents were expensive. But my holiday wasn’t”.

In fact, travel agents are basically the opposite of expensive. One key part of my job is to source the best value in the market to present to you.

In some ways we aren’t too dissimilar to a buyers agent in real estate: the customer is the person I work for and my role is to get them the best deal, then ensure their purchase process is smooth.

Sure, not all travel agents are the same and I’ll bet there are plenty out there who take their clients for a ride. But I love love love when my customers say “oh my goodness that’s so cheap!! How did you get that!!” or “Wow! That’s such a cool holiday and it’s not even expensive”. Those words mean more to me than a one-hit-wonder where the customer never returns to us for future travels.

I have definitely had customers bawk at the cost of a trip I’ve quoted them. But not because of the travel agent fee. If I counted back to situations where that reaction has occurred, it’s always when the customer is asking for a quote near to departure date, or for a popular spot during school holidays, without advance booking.

Anyway... next time you’re thinking about making travel plans, think about an agent who is actually on your side, working to get you the best price and best options in the market. You will probably be impressed!

Yours in travel,

Alex xx

It might look understated, but this little beauty packs the punch.⛷️ Ski in ski out⛷️ In the heart of Sun Peaks⛷️ Comfor...
17/10/2024

It might look understated, but this little beauty packs the punch.

⛷️ Ski in ski out
⛷️ In the heart of Sun Peaks
⛷️ Comfort rooms mean seriously good value
⛷️ Hot tub, sauna and all things rejuvenation
⛷️ Traditional, cosy vibe.

A no brainer for British Columbia snow enthusiasts who want more bang for their buck.

It's October and I made an enquiry about a particular resort for the September 2025 school holidays. The property is sol...
14/10/2024

It's October and I made an enquiry about a particular resort for the September 2025 school holidays. The property is sold out. That's 11 months away!

It's amazing how far in advance we need to focus on making travel plans.

Recently a customer requested premium economy on the Singapore Airlines routing, ex NZ. Sold out on more than 4 days each side of the preferred travel date. This is a super common request and a super common outcome.

You see, in NZ and Aussie the desire for travel is completely ingrained in us. It's what we do. Even though disposable income might be stretched, and Covid happened, make no mistake travel remains prioritised. It's just that now planning ahead is the way to get the most out of our budget, and fewer compromises on what we want in our travels.

Customers aren't currently booking for April 2025. They're booking for September and December 2025.
.And when the best outcome is to book the best holiday you could possibly want, at the absolute best price, making your dollar stretch as far as possible, well, this is most definitely the best way to do exactly that.

Always yours in travel

Alex xx

Calling all Aussie's hanging to hit the NZ slopes in 2025.This one's for you!Early bird NZ Ski packages currently on our...
11/10/2024

Calling all Aussie's hanging to hit the NZ slopes in 2025.

This one's for you!

Early bird NZ Ski packages currently on our desk.

Stay & Ski Edgewater Wanaka
from $1,629 per person
★★★★
✓ 7 nights in a Standard Hotel Room
✓ Breakfast Daily
✓ 4 Day Cardrona & Treble Cone Lift Pass
✓ 30% Off + Exclusive Rate
✓ Save $516pp

Stay & Ski Queenstown
from $1,369 per person
★★★
✓ 7 nights in a Standard King Room
✓ 4 Day Lift Pass
✓ $99 Food & Beverage Credit

Stay & Ski Queenstown
from $1,765 per person
★★★★
✓ 7 nights in a King Room
✓ 4 Day Lift Pass
✓ 15% Off

Stay & Ski Queenstown: Family Stay
from $6,725 per family of 4
★★★★
✓ 7 nights in a 2 Bedroom Suite
✓ 4 Day Lift Pass
✓ $99 Food & Beverage Credit
✓ Save $516pp

Offers valid for October.

Tag a friend who needs an NZ ski trip!

[email protected]

Happy Monday Morning Kiwis!Aussie on SaleIslands on Sale72hrs onlyFirst Landing Beach Resort & VillasFlights + 4 nightsI...
06/10/2024

Happy Monday Morning Kiwis!

Aussie on Sale
Islands on Sale
72hrs only

First Landing Beach Resort & Villas
Flights + 4 nights
Includes breakfast daily, welcome fruit drink on arrival and FREE Kids Club for children aged 4-12
BONUS: savings up to 40% included*, and up to 2 kids 11 and under dine FREE (conditions apply)

From $1,149pp twin share OR from $855pp family share (2A2C)

Radisson Blu Resort Fiji Denarau Island
Flights + 4 nights
Includes breakfast daily, Wi-Fi, FREE morning sessions at the Kids Club for kids, and up to 2 kids dine FREE (conditions apply)
BONUS: savings up to 50% included*, PLUS a FJ$200 food & beverage credit per room, and 2x FREE house cocktails per room

From $1,699pp twin share OR from $1,795pp family share (2A2C)

Plantation Island Resort & Fiji Gateway Hotel
Flights + 7 nights
Includes 5 nights at Plantation with FREE kids meals for all children 11 and under, FREE launch transfers from Denarau to Plantation, PLUS 1 night pre & 1 night post at Fiji Gateway with Wi-Fi
BONUS: 1 FREE night included* PLUS a one course dinner at Tavola Restaurant, 3 hours free babysitting, and FJ$150 food & beverage credit per room – all at Plantation

From $2,045pp twin share OR from $1,305pp family share (2A2C)

Volivoli Beach Resort
Flights + 5 nights
Includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, a welcome drink on arrival, and more!
BONUS: savings up to 30% included*

From $2,829pp twin share OR from $1,695pp family share

Royal Davui Island Resort & Radisson Blu Resort Fiji
Flights + 7 nights
Includes 5 nights at Royal Davui with breakfast, lunch & dinner, Pure Fiji Bathroom Amenities, and a welcome lei & welcome amenity on arrival, PLUS 1 night pre & 1 night post at Radisson Blu with breakfast
BONUS: FREE scheduled return plane & launch transfers from Nadi to Royal Davui Island

From $6,709pp twin share

Lets get you travelling!
[email protected]

04/10/2024

Currently I am obsessing over African Safari.

So many amazing options on the menu. Camping vs accommodated. Short term (6 days) or longer (2-4 weeks).

Personally I think this is one of the best value options in the market at the moment!

From AUD$2,483pp | NZD$2,740pp

Times Square, New York CityRecently one of our travellers set us the task of booking their New York City travels. After ...
03/10/2024

Times Square, New York City

Recently one of our travellers set us the task of booking their New York City travels. After a lot of price comparisons vs location we settled on this absolute gem right in the heart of Times Square, and it did NOT disappoint.

Our customer was wrapped with the location, walking distance to many key hot spots, the city hop-on-hop-off system directly outside, Times Square out the front door, and yet not noisy or overwhelming.

We love this little gem, and so do our customers.

02/10/2024

⛷British Columbia on Sale!

Whistler - save 30%
Sun Peaks - save 15%
Revelstoke - Save 10%

*Accommodation & lift pass included. We'll package with transfers, equipment & airfares too.

Tag a mate who loves snowsports!

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