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08/03/2025

Come say ‘kia ora’ if you’re at the Wānaka A&P Show. 👋🏼🌏✈️

Represent! Team X travel and Wānatravel are talking all things travel today at the Wanaka A&P Show. Come say hi! 👋

12/01/2025

Topdeck Travel’s word of the year? ✨ CONNECTION. ✨

2025’s the year you make REAL connections on the ultimate group adventure. Build new friendships with likeminded 18 to 30-somethings. Embrace epic new experiences in some truly incred destinations. And do what YOU wanna do in your free time.

Right now, save up to $2750 off selected Get Social and Play & Pause trips with a $200 deposit by the 11th February 2025! 💸🔥

Check out Topdeck’s global e-brochure here - https://issuu.com/topdecktravel/docs/td-global-2025-26-brochure?fr=sZmRiNDY4MjcyNTE

Having been on 10+ Topdeck trips around the globe, I’m your go-to guy to ensure you find the right trip for you! DM me or reach out to [email protected] to get a quote today! 🙌🏻

Want to travel? WānaTravel.

T&Cs apply.

12/01/2025

Now we are all getting back into the swing of things for 2025, it is time to start planning and for me that means TRAVEL PLANNING! 🔥🌏🙌🏻

Planning trips can be overwhelming with som much choice so I like to have fun with it and start with figuring out my ✨ TRAVEL VIBE ✨

I’ve put some of the most popular ones together, is yours on the list? If not, tell me your 2025 travel vibe!

Know the vibes but don’t know how to make it a reality? DM me or reach out to [email protected] for a quote today! 👀🥳

Want to travel? WānaTravel.

12/01/2025

While the rest of the world welcomed 2025 recently, Ethiopia is still in 2017 which means flying to and from Ethiopia is technically time travelling!

How does this happen? Well the Ethiopian calendar, also known as the Ge'ez calendar, is the principal calendar used in Ethiopia. It is approximately 7 to 8 years behind the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used internationally.

The Ethiopian calendar has 12 months of 30 days each, plus a 13th month called Pagume (also known as Puagume or Pagumain), which has either 5 or 6 days. The 6-day Pagume occurs every 4 years, similar to a leap year in the Gregorian calendar.

Although not common, Ethiopia is not alone in using a different calendar as there are many other examples of this including India and China, however most countries use the Gregorian for business and trade to avoid international confusion.

The more you know! So remember, if you want to live your 'Back to the Future' fantasy, it truly is possible if you know where to look!

10/01/2025

Aotearoa travellers and visitors, it is time to ditch the pen and go digital on your next trip! New Zealand Traveller Declaration (Whakapuakanga Tangata Haere ki Aotearoa) can now be completed online up to 24 hours prior online.

So skip the shame of having to ask the flight attendant for a pen onboard and even skip the longer queues for paper documents when you land.

Things to note are:

The New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD) collects travel, customs, immigration and biosecurity information.

It is free and everyone travelling into New Zealand must complete a declaration.

Complete your NZTD here: https://www.travellerdeclaration.govt.nz/

Want to take the stress out of travelling this year? DM me or reach out at [email protected] to get a quote for your next trip today!

Want to travel? WānaTravel.

09/01/2025

🚨🚨🚨 NEW TRIPS ALERT! 🚨🚨🚨

So many new ways to make 2025 good. Intrepid Travel just launched over 50 new trips and added countless new experiences to old favourites. The Goods brings together what’s new at Intrepid for 2025 and the stories behind the moments that make our travels mean something.

Try something new! Sometimes asking ‘why not?’ is all the inspo you need. Next year, why not meet a monster hunter in Greenland or get a sneak peek at the latest trends in Ghanaian coffin design?

Having done an Intrepid tour to Machu Picchu myself, I cannot recommend them enough! The care for traveller and place in unrivalled and I cannot wait for my next trip with them!

Are you ready to travel for good with Intrepid Travel? DM me or reach out at [email protected] for a quote today and watch this space for some AMAZING deals coming VERY SOON! 👀

Want to travel? WānaTravel.

09/01/2025

Is it now Czechia or Czech Republic? 🇨🇿 🤔

Most people know this beautiful part of Europe as the Czech Republic, whether by the ancient capital of Prague or for their love of folk music and beer.

However did you know in 2016 the government actually decided they would like to be known more-so internationally as Czechia.

This did not really start taking off more recently with the official FIFA and Olympic teams now going by 'Czechia'.

So, is it an offical name change? Not quite, on offical documents it will still be Czech Republic however in more casual settings, it will be Czechia. Similar to France which is officially the French Republic.

So, now you know about the name, let's learn some phrases:

- Hello is 'Dobrý den' (formal) or 'Ahoj' (informal)
- Thank you is 'Děkuji'
- Goodbye is 'Na shledanou'

Now you can talk like a local and you've got the country name sorted, it is time to go and visit, right? DM me or reach out at [email protected] for a quote today!

Want to travel? WānaTravel.

09/01/2025

Aotearoa (New Zealand) has ranked 5th on The Henley Passport Index for 2025, narrowly beating out Australia in 6th as well as being ahead of Canada and the United States in 8th and 9th respectively! 👏

The Henley Passport Index is the original, authoritative ranking of all the world’s passports according to the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa. The index is based on exclusive data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) – the largest, most accurate travel information database – and enhanced by Henley & Partners’ research team.

Here is the list of the top 10 spots for you to have a look at:

1. Singapore (195 destinations)
2. Japan (193 destinations)
3. Finland, France, Germany, Italy, South Korea, Spain (192 destinations)
4. Austria, Denmark, Ireland, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden (191 destinations)
5. Belgium, New Zealand, Portugal, Switzerland, United Kingdom (190 destinations)
6. Australia, Greece (189 destinations)
7. Canada, Malta, Poland (188 destinations)
8. Czechia, Hungary (187 destinations)
9. Estonia, United States (186 destinations)
10. Latvia, Lithuania, Slovenia, United Arab Emirates (185 destinations)

Curious about the full list? You can find it at https://www.henleyglobal.com/passport-index/ranking://www.henleyglobal.com/passport-index/rankinghttps://www.henleyglobal.com/passport-index/ranking

Ready to use that passport? Which of the 190 destinations are you going to visit first? DM me or reach out at [email protected] for a quote today!

Want to travel? WānaTravel.

09/01/2025

🚨🔥💥 Save up to $3,200 per couple on select Insight Vacation tours! 💥🔥🚨

Go premium with Insight Vacations in 2025 and save more. 

More experts, more insights, more of the experiences you love – to the destinations you love. Book your big tour in 2025 and save up to $3,200 per couple*

Thinking this deal might be a bit of you? DM me or reach out at [email protected] to get a quote today.

Hurry because this INCREDIBLE discount will not last long! 👀

Want to travel? WānaTravel.

*T&C’s apply.

09/01/2025

Attention all New Zealand passport holders planning on travelling to the UK from the 8th of January 2025! You now need to obtain an electronic travel authority (ETA) prior to travel to the United Kingdom.

This includes England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland as well as the Crown Dependencies and Overseas British Territories.

It costs £10 to apply. Everyone travelling needs to get an ETA, including babies and children. You can apply for other people.

You cannot get a refund after you apply.

You will usually get a decision within 3 working days, but you may get a quicker decision. Occasionally, it may take longer than 3 working days so make sure you apply well in advance of travel.

You will get an email confirming you have got an ETA. It will be linked to the passport you applied with.

Your ETA lasts for 2 years. You can travel to the UK as many times as you want during that time.

If you get a new passport, you will need to get a new ETA.

It is important to note however, An ETA does not guarantee entry to the UK and you may need to take additional steps once you arrive.

For more information, please go to the offical UK government website: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta

Are you planning on travelling to the UK this year? Great news, there are some EPIC deals out at the moment so DM me or email me at [email protected] to get a quote today!

Want to travel? WānaTravel.

08/01/2025

…a smack! 👋🏼🪼 Such a great name right?

This picture is from the world-famous Ongeim’l Tketau (Jellyfish Lake) located on Eil Malk Island within Palau’s Rock Islands. 🇵🇼

This salt-water lake has overtime naturally been separated from the ocean overtime which caused the population to grow to over 30 MILLION string at times!

It is also worth noting, the main jellyfish in the lake is the Golden Jellyfish (Mastigias Papua Etpisoni) is found NO WHERE ELSE on Earth! 😱

So who wants to go to Palau? Here’s some basic phrases to help with your trip:

- Hello is ‘Alii’
- Thank you is ‘Ke Kmal Mesulang’
- Goodbye is ‘Me ailing’

Now you can start talking like a local, what are you waiting for? DM me or email [email protected] for a quote today!

Want to travel? WānaTravel.

08/01/2025

Save up to $2,200 per couple* with Trafalgar’s ‘The BIG Tour Sale’. 💸🗺️

The ease. The icons. The authenticity. Join our destination experts and discover the Trafalgar difference. With up to $2,400 per couple on select tours.*

Tour Differently in 2025.

DM me or email me at [email protected] for a quote today! Hurry this won’t last long! 💥🔥

Want to travel? WānaTravel.

*T&C’s apply

07/01/2025

WānaTravel is a certified Cook Islands (Kūki 'Āirani) Specialist and having just spend the Christmas period in Rarotonga, the largest island in the Cooks (my second visit to the Cook Islands), I can create magical memories on this incredible Pacific gem for our travellers.

Whether you are wanting to laze on the beach cocktail in hand, snorkel with groups of green turtles or hit the mountain slopes on an ATV tour, speak to someone who has 'been there, done that' and get in touch today.

Also while we are here together, let's learn some basic Cook Island Maori words to help with your visit:

- Hello is 'Kia ōrāna'
- Thank you is 'Meitaki'
- Good bye or see you later is 'Ka kite'

Now that you're on your way to speaking like a local, it is time to book that trip! Send me a DM or email me at [email protected] to get a quote today.

Want to travel? WānaTravel.

06/01/2025

New year, new service fees! At WānaTravel, it is important for us to look at what we charge our travellers and we have decided to make some amendments for 2025.

Luckily for you travellers, the airline booking fee, amendment fees and cancellation fees are all being reduced to ensure we are able to remain competitive, fair and reasonable as we know travellers have a choice with who they choose to book their travel with.

Not only have the tiers been renamed to honour some of our native bird species, they have also been adjusted to be less confusing and now are worked out on a per person basis instead of per booking.

Also, in exciting news, the charitable donations have been increased and will now also be per person instead of per booking meaning the more travel is booked, the more will go back to the community that ever before! This year we will be focusing on Wānaka-based charities - we are finalising the details and will give a partner update ASAP for you all.

Here is an overview of the main changes however please note all travellers still receive WānaTravel's personalised service as well as:

✅ 24/7 Emergency Assistance while travelling
✅ A passport and visa check for international travel
✅ Access to exclusive referral bonuses

As always, if you have any further questions about these changes or are looking to book your next getaway, please do not hesitate to get in touch. You can DM me or email [email protected] for your quote today!

Want to travel? WānaTravel.

06/01/2025

Air New Zealand has launched an incredible New Years global sale and the prices are HOT! 🥵🌶️ We are talking pre-pandemic pricing people - this is NOT a drill! 🚨🚨🚨

Whether you're going around Aotearoa, across the ditch, to the islands or further abroad, get in touch today to avoid missing out on some of the year's best deals! ✈

Make sure you hurry as these deals are too good to last long - you don't want to start 2025 with FOMO now do you? 👀

DM me today or email me at [email protected] to get a quote!

Want to travel? WānaTravel

06/01/2025

Ngā mihi o te tau hou (happy new year) to you all! ✨🥳🎆

2025 is shaping up to be a very exciting year at WānaTravel with a focus on growing this incredible business to help even more travellers around Aotearoa and the world.

Exciting things are coming so watch this space and remember:

Want to travel? WānaTravel.