Natalie Osborn FC Independent - Cruise & Travel Specialist

19/09/2023

It's a great time to be planning holidays for next year!

Have a look see at the tips from this Herald post.

06/07/2022

Great reminder to all those travelling

Heading on an international adventure these school holidays? As travel returns, things might look a little different at the airport. If you’re travelling with children and planning to grab a bite to eat before your flight, please visit https://bit.ly/3yHmBsX to view what dining options are available at the time you’re travelling, in case you need to bring a snack. 🍣 🥯🍟🍔

28/06/2022

Oh my goodness! How exciting!

26/04/2022

Not long to go now

02/02/2022

It’s finally time to reconnect with the world! 🥳🙌 The government has just announced their plan to re-open our borders and remove MIQ (with some requirements) 👉 check out our top-level recap below for all the things you need to know.
👉 Head to the official site for more details: https://covid19.govt.nz/international-travel/travel-to-new-zealand/when-new-zealand-borders-open/
👉 And for more info on current travel restrictions for NZ and overseas, see our Help Centre: https://help.flightcentre.co.nz/s/

24/12/2021

𝙈𝙚𝙧𝙧𝙮 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙡𝙡

I hope you have a wonderful day

06/12/2021

𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙚𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙣 𝙇𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨?

This super cool Viva Expeditions and Air New Zealand Dreamliner charter flight departing from Christchurch will take you south towards Antarctica so you can witness the Southern Lights from on board the flight itself! 🤩🌟 The flight doesn’t land anywhere but instead you will fly high above the clouds to get amazing views of the Aurora Australis, and see some constellations, stars and planets along the way too! 😍✨🪐 There will also be expert astronomers on board so you can learn all about this magical natural phenomenon as well as a photographer who will give you tips on how to best photograph an aurora.

We have flights departing from Christchurch on 26 & 27 March 2022, 2 & 3 April 2022 and 24 & 25 Sep 2022, with prices starting from $1545* per person. Phone me or send me an email to book.

But hurry, last time these flights sold out very fast!
*T&C's apply

e: [email protected]
p: 07 348 5988

24/11/2021

OUR BLACK FRIDAY SALE IS ON! If there's a sale to be had in 2021, this is it! We've got Australia, New Zealand, the Cook Islands, Fiji, cruises, tours & more on sale now. So talk to me about that 2022 holiday you know you need! 😎

*T&Cs apply. Hurry, this sale is only until 5pm, Thurs 2 Dec 2021!
For more great Black Friday Deals, visit: https://www.flightcentre.co.nz/deals/black-friday
If you missed yesterday’s government announcement about MIQ, visit the official site here: https://covid19.govt.nz/alert-levels-and-updates/latest-updates

e: [email protected]
p: 07 34845988

24/11/2021

THIS IS NOT A DRILL!!!! The government has just announced some huge changes around MIQ and opening our borders! 🥳🥳🥳 Kiwis will finally be able to reconnect to the world soon! ❤

There will be 3 steps:

STEP 1: From 17 January 2022, fully-vaccinated Kiwis and other eligible travellers coming back from Australia will be able to self-isolate at home and bypass MIQ

STEP 2: From 14 February 2022, fully-vaccinated Kiwis and other eligible travellers coming back from all other countries (with the exception of high risk countries) will be able to self-isolate at home and bypass MIQ

STEP 3: From 30 April, all fully-vaccinated foreign nationals will be able to travel to New Zealand, with the re-opening staged over time (possibly staged by visa category)

All travellers eligible for each of these steps will require the following:
👉 A negative pre-departure test
👉 Proof of being fully vaccinated
👉 A passenger declaration about travel history
👉 A day 0/1 test on arrival
👉 A requirement to self-isolate for 7 days
👉 A final negative test before entering the community

There are a lot of finer details, so head to the official site for all the latest updates: https://covid19.govt.nz/alert-levels-and-updates/latest-updates/

23/11/2021

Please share with others that may be interested :-)

The next room release will be on Thursday 25 November at 4pm (NZT) for approximately 3,300 rooms across November, December, January and February. The lobby will open at 3pm (NZT) from https://allocation.miq.govt.nz/
More information and explanatory step by step videos at www.miq.govt.nz/virtual-lobby

16/11/2021

The next room release will be on Thursday 18 November at 1pm (NZT) for approximately 4,200 rooms across November, December, January and February. The lobby will open at 12noon (NZT) from https://allocation.miq.govt.nz/

More information and explanatory step by step videos at www.miq.govt.nz/virtual-lobby

10/11/2021

What are you doing for New Year's? 🥳 SAVE $246*pp on a 7-day Rhythm & Alps Contiki adventure, now from just $999*pp! Your New Year experience includes:
✅ Glamping
✅ 2-day VIP festival pass
✅ Private showcase performance from festival artist & more.

👉 Send me a DM or call me if you want to book!

*T&Cs apply, sale ends 15 Nov 2021. Airfares are additional.

09/11/2021

**NEW DOMESTIC TRAVEL UPDATE** Air New Zealand has announced that domestic passengers will have to be fully vaccinated or COVID-19 negative to fly from mid-December. ✈

👉 Air New Zealand is aiming to have this in place by 14 Dec 2021, initially through to 31 Mar 2022.

👉 You will need to provide one of the following:
✅ Proof you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Passengers can receive proof from the NZ government's My Vaccine Pass when it becomes available, and can be presented digitally or as a hard copy.
✅ Or a negative COVID-19 test result, taken within 72 hours of your departing flight. This can be in the form of a text message or a letter from a medical professional.

👉 You will need to provide proof of vaccine during check-in, either via the Air NZ app, website, or kiosk. A negative COVID-19 test can be presented to the check-in staff at the airport.

👉 Passengers with medical exemptions will be able to confirm their exemption at check-in.

👉 Please contact me if you have an existing booking and you are unable to provide proof of full vaccination, or a negative COVID-19 test before your flight, or you no longer wish to travel while this temporary Air New Zealand policy is in place, and I will assist you.

09/11/2021

Your ticket to escape is here! The inaugural Travel Runway, a collection of the best travel experiences to watch for 2022 is now streaming. Your senses will be transported through five unique runways, from the most enticing islands and beaches, to exclusive food and wine experiences, adventure, nature, and the world’s most luxurious escapes. What are you waiting for? Come on an adventure here: https://www.flightcentre.co.nz/p/travel-runway

08/11/2021

Breaking news! The Cook Islands government has just announced that TWO-WAY quarantine-free travel between New Zealand and the Cook Islands will resume from 14 January 2022! 🥳🏝
👉 Check out our top level recap for all you need to know + more details can also be found here: flightcentre.co.nz/travel-bubble-faq
👉 If you have an existing Cook Islands booking impacted by this latest announcement, please contact me so I can help you out - send me an email or call me. 😊
👉 Plus, check out our Cook Islands deals here: flightcentre.co.nz/cook-islands

e: [email protected]
p: 07 348 5988

04/11/2021

Yesterday was my 25th workiversary with Flight Centre New Zealand.

What an amazing journey it's been! I'm so very grateful

03/11/2021

NCL (Norwegian Cruise Line) have an exclusive event coming up this month.

What you’ll learn on the night:
- NCL’s newest itineraries
- Health & safety protocols
- NCL's game-changing new ship, Norwegian Prima
- Latest offers & much more!

𝘗𝘭𝘶𝘴 𝘣𝘺 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘭𝘭 𝘨𝘰 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘳𝘢𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘦 𝘤𝘳𝘶𝘪𝘴𝘦.

During the event you can ask their team any questions you may have.
They’ll also be offering an exclusive onboard credit if you choose to book your future cruise on the night or 7 days after the event.

Here is the link to register:
https://bit.ly/3w8e1R3

Please note my details in the two boxes re your travel agent and how you heard about the event.
𝘍𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘦 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘭 𝘉𝘳𝘰𝘬𝘦𝘳 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘦 𝘖𝘴𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘯

e: [email protected]
p: 07 3485988

02/11/2021

Do you like the finer things in life? Get in touch and I can help you plan and book the fancy getaway you're craving!

e: [email protected]
p: 07 348 5988

25/10/2021

Have you seen Intrepid Travel's refresh/rebrand?
"Create positive change through the joy of travel"

Intrepid currently have a $1pp deposit promotion for 2022 tours!

Sales until 19 November 2021
T&C's apply.

𝑰𝒕'𝒔 𝒔𝒂𝒊𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒃𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒋𝒐𝒚.
Where will 2022 take you? Which tour will you be booking on?

My contact details: ⬇️
e: [email protected]
p: 07 3485988

22/10/2021

Are you ready to escape? You’re invited to attend the virtual launch of the inaugural Travel Runway, a collection of the best travel experiences to watch for 2022, presented by Flight Centre. 😍 From enticing islands to exclusive food and wine experiences, adventure to luxury, allow your senses to be transported back to the exciting world of travel. ❤️🌏
Hit the link to register 👉 flightcentre.co.nz/p/travel-runway

My contact details are:
e: [email protected]
p: 07 3485988

Something big is coming... You’re invited to attend the launch of Travel Runway, a collection of the world's most lust-worthy travel experiences presented in an immersive online environment designed to ignite the senses. From salivating food and wine to luxury island indulgence and nature safaris,...

12/10/2021

P&O 2024 New Zealand/Australia season is now available to book

07/10/2021

Hey everyone.

I hope you've had a great week.

I've started facebook and an instagram pages for all things cruising.

I'll still be posting some cruise info and promos on here, however, these will solely be cruising info in more detail etc.

Here are the links if you'd like to follow:
Facebook: I dream of cruising
Instagram: https://bit.ly/2Wy91Yo

PS: This pic was taken onboard Ruby Princess in December 2019.

06/10/2021

Reposted from P&O Cruises Australia:
Hi Cruiselings, today we’re excited to announce an amazing 28-night ‘Australian Explorer’ circumnavigation around mainland Australia, giving you the opportunity to experience some of Australia's best coastal destinations! 😍

Flagship Pacific Explorer will host the first-of-its-kind cruise departing either from Brisbane or Sydney in June 2024 and calling at 11 iconic Australian ports from Melbourne and Adelaide to Cairns and Airlie Beach plus scenic cruising of Yampi Sound and Raft Point in the Kimberley region, and much more!

Such an extensive and exciting voyage around mainland Australia means we’ll be delivering opportunities to a wide range of suppliers and regional destinations including farmers, tour operators and entertainers, as well as offering you a dazzling range of shore tours that will capture your imagination.

The new ‘Australian Explorer’ cruise will go on sale on Wednesday 13, October. Get in early and register your interest:

e: [email protected]
p: 0274585998

If you'd like a copy of the flyer showing all the combinations available, please email me at [email protected] and I will email the flyer to you
There is an option for Sydney/Auckland to be added to this cruise - see pic in comments

05/10/2021

I find myself dreaming about cruising so much at the moment, so I've set up a facebook and instagram page for cruises only.

So if you are dreaming of cruising too, or just interested in knowing more about cruises, I'd love it if you would follow me please :-)

Facebook: I dream of cruising
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idreamofcruising/
***I'm new to instagram, hopefully I can figure it out :-)

Here's a pic of Azamara Journey (last cruise I went on - March 2020)

PS: I'll post some cruise promos on here, however, most will be on my new page :-)

05/10/2021

Did you know...

I'm a current certified CLIA Master Cruise Specialist (Cruise Lines International Association), which means I have substantial knowledge in many different forms of cruising worldwide. I have access to book many cruise lines globally.

I'm currently the only CLIA Cruise Master in Rotorua too.

e:[email protected]
p:+64 7 3485988

04/10/2021

The next MIQ room release will take place at noon (NZT) on 5 October 2021.
The release is for about 3700 rooms, available across October, November, December and January.
The lobby will open at 11am (NZT).
Full details can be found on the link below:

https://www.miq.govt.nz/travel-to-new-zealand/secure-your-place-in-managed-isolation/the-managed-isolation-booking-system/virtual-lobby/

MIQ has introduced a virtual lobby for room releases. The lobby will open 1 hour before each room release is due to start. We will announce when room releases will be happening at least 24-48 hours beforehand.

04/10/2021

Great reading :-)

Cruise leaders didn't dwell on pandemic negatives at Seatrade's State of the Global Industry keynote today but looked forward, noting that health protocols are working, guest satisfaction is high and occupancy is climbing.

23/09/2021

So exciting!!

For more info on Celebrity Edge:
https://www.celebritycruises.com/cruise-ships/celebrity-edge

Email: [email protected]

15/09/2021

There has been an announcement that at 9am on Monday 20 September, MIQ will release approximately 3000 rooms from September to December for people to return to New Zealand.

This time they are introducing a lobby system to make it fairer for people to book, full details can be found on the link below:

https://www.miq.govt.nz/travel-to-new-zealand/secure-your-place-in-managed-isolation/the-managed-isolation-booking-system/virtual-lobby/

MIQ has introduced a virtual lobby for the next room release, scheduled for 20 September 9am (NZT), in the Managed Isolation Allocation System. The lobby will open at 8am 20 September (NZT).

15/09/2021

Have you seen the latest update re travel to Cook Islands?

The Cook Islands Government has indicated that re-opening the border with New Zealand, for quarantine-free travel, will not happen until they are fully confident that there is no community transmission of COVID-19 in New Zealand. This will likely occur when New Zealand is at Alert Level 1. All future visitors to the Cook Islands, aged 12 years and above, will need to be fully vaccinated (except those with a medical certificate).

Alert Level 2 extended to keep Cook Islands safe:
The Cook Islands will remain at Alert Level 2 until there has been 14 days in New Zealand without any new cases of
community transmission of COVID-19. Additionally, the travel advisory restricting inward arrivals to the Cook
Islands has been further extended until 11.59pm on 28 September 2021.

Pursuant to s9A of the Entry Residence and Departure Act 1972 the following travel restrictions are in place: Persons intending to travel to the Cook Islands who have been to the following countries within the last 14 days will be denied entry into the Co