Cherie Blakeley - NZ Travel Brokers

18/06/2024

Highly recommend Croatia for a beautiful holiday 💕 let me book your next European holiday today …bookings open and already filling up for 2025 European summer

18/06/2024

The risks of not booking through your Travel Broker 😳😳😳 Book through me for peace of mind ☺️☺️

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13/06/2024

Less hassle, more extravagance. Avoid the airport and sail away in luxury. 😌🚢

12/06/2024

Just wow!!!

Did you know between 1957 and 1976, there was a regular bus service between London and Calcutta, India.The 32,000km, 50 day, 2-way bus route is the longest in the world.

The bus had sleeping bunks and even a kitchen! For just £145, you get to travel with food & accomodation. The bus would stop at attractions and for shopping in Vienna, Istanbul & Iran

The bus ride took passengers from England to Belgium, West Germany, Austria, Yugoslavia, Bulgaria, Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan and Northern India.

12/04/2024

Hanoi is a window to a world from long ago that has been dragged into the present. Begin your visit to Vietnam here, before journeying to Halong Bag where you will pass the famous Finger Islet, Candle Islet, and thousands of uniquely shaped limestone towers and islands. Sail overnight and enjoy sunr...

12/04/2024

After an increase in disrespectful behaviour and overcrowding, one of Kyoto Japan's most famous Geisha districts, Gion, has banned visitors from certain areas.

Tourists can no longer enter alleyways in the district, however, Hanamikoji street, the area's main thoroughfare, will reportedly remain open.

This is a great reminder to be aware and respectful of the places, people, and cultures that reside in the destinations we visit.

20/03/2024

20/03/2024

The paper Passenger Arrival Card is being phased out at the end of March.

Going forward everyone entering New Zealand needs to submit a New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD) online before departure.

Travellers who have been unable to complete it digitally will be able to complete a paper version on arrival.

18/03/2024

Wow 🤩 😮

Boeing 747 - Economy seats in 1970

29/02/2024

Make sure to apply for your passport well in advance of your departure date.

The New Zealand passport system will undergo a significant upgrade, which means it will be offline for a short period of time.

The planned passport system upgrades will mean you will not be able to apply, and passports will not be processed, from 5pm on March 7th through to 8am on March 11th.

If you are in the process of applying for a passport, any saved but unsubmitted draft passport applications will be deleted when the upgrade begins.

30/01/2024

I know a few family and friends who would identify with this 💕😂

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17/01/2024

Whether you want to follow the trends or buck them, it is always handy to know what's popular before you jet off to your next destination. 😎

There is a lot of interesting research coming out at the moment, one big shift is that travellers now say TV shows influence their travel decisions more than Instagram, TikTok, and podcasts. Travellers also seem to be straying away from some of the classic destinations, to alternatives that can provide a comparable atmosphere, attractions, or activities while being more budget-friendly and less overrun by tourists.

If you want to check out more of these insights, see the full report here: https://nztb.info/2024-travel-trends

11/12/2023

The United Airlines flight landed at just after 10am on Sunday morning.

26/11/2023

Scenic and Emerald Cruises information sessions tomorrow … would anyone else like to join us it’s free interesting and you may even discover your next holiday 😎

23/11/2023

16/11/2023

A reminder that all of our brokers are bonded by the Travel Agents Association of New Zealand (TAANZ). ✔️

As TAANZ Accredited Travel Advisors, we subscribe to consumer protection arrangements, so you can be assured that your travel plans and funds are in safekeeping.

15/11/2023

For an extra layer of security while travelling make sure to register with SafeTravel before your next trip.

SafeTravel is the official registration facility for New Zealanders travelling or living overseas. If you register with them, they can relay important information and account for your safety and well-being, as part of New Zealand's consular response to an overseas emergency.

Registration is free, the process is easy to follow and all New Zealand citizens and their families are entitled to sign up.

You can find out more and sign up here: https://register.safetravel.govt.nz/login

02/11/2023

30/10/2023

A week has passed since cyclone Lola what a different

30/10/2023

What also makes the service unique here is that the aircraft being used isn’t one that currently operates in New Zealand.

30/10/2023

Come and join me and learn about Scenic Cruises …our wonderful Sales Manager is covering European River Cruising, Antarctica and also Northern territories and Kimberley AU…Luxury small boat cruising …start on your bucket list now!

Please RSVP which session you would like to join ☺️

30/10/2023

Rovinj, Croatia 🇭🇷
Credit: instagram.com/dronephotos_dado/

23/10/2023

The latest ranking for "The World's Most Powerful Passport" is out and New Zealand has gained one point to sit at 6th equal alongside Australia and Switzerland!

This ranking is calculated according to the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa, Aotearoa's access comes to 187.

If you would like to see how other passports stack up, follow this link: https://nztb.info/passport-index

23/10/2023

Thankyou for the wonderful reference …I love organising your holidays 💕

We have been using Cherie for all our travel needs for the last 15 years.
My husband and I have just returned from a wonderful 6 week holiday that was booked and organised by Cherie. Her attention to detail, organisation and communication are always spot on.
She is knowledgeable about locations, accommodation and facilities and makes suggestions to enhance our experience.
On a couple of occasions we have needed her assistance whilst we have been abroad - due to a cancellation, strike or medical incident . She has always made herself available and has calmly and efficiently helped us out.
We look forward to booking many more amazing holidays with Cherie and we would not hesitate to recommend her services to anyone wanting a hassle free, superbly planned trip.

Claire and Rick Chambers
Paraparaumu

14/10/2023