I can't believe the year is half over!
If you're looking for an excuse to plan your next trip, take a look at the below article from Stuff.co.nz. Researches have found that 'wide blue spaces' work as a cue to tell your brain to relax and de-stress!
With that in mind, I've included the latest cruise brochure (can't get more 'wide blue space' than on the deck of a cruise ship!) There's a huge range of cruises on sale - with some great bonus offers too.
Cruising is a great way to holiday and ever so popular! From Asia, to Europe, Alaska or the Caribbean, around Australia or the Pacific Islands there is a destination and a Cruise to suit anyone whatever the budget.
I LOVE cruising… a relaxing holiday where you unpack once, entertainment every night, food to die for! Along with amazing destinations, shore excursions and many people to meet!
Cruise ships come in all shapes and sizes.. from 12 to 5000 people on board.. do you want Glitz and Glamour, relaxing beaches or interesting speakers at each of the destinations?
View the current Cruise specials loaded on my website here, or open this 12 page Cruising brochure to start dreaming and even Cruising sometime soon!
Also, I've organised a week-long cruise sale starting on TODAY for P&O, Carnival and Princess cruises. This sale will combine with some of the existing deals - so you'll get extra onboard credit!
The range of cruises on offer is EXTENSIVE - far more than I can squeeze into an email - so if you're looking for something in particular, let me know and I'll let you know what's available.
Let’s talk Cruising .. contact me to make a time to talk about your next holiday.
When I am out and about, you may see my the new addition to Team.. the Honda has updated signage and my Kia is matching.
What do you think?
Science Proves Why a Seaside Holiday is Relaxing
A seaside holiday has always been a brilliant way to recharge your batteries and now, science has figured out why!
It's all to do with expansive sea views - looking at this "blue space" tells your brain to relax and de-stress!
Cruise Sale!
There's a new cruise brochure out, and the deals are brilliant!
Whether you're after a quick cruise around the Pacific, or a five star cruise of a lifetime around the Mediterranean, you're sure to find a cruise to add to your bucket list!
There's a huge range of cruise deals with amazing bonus offers from:
- P&O Cruises
- Royal Caribbean
- Princess Cruises
- Celebrity Cruises
- Norwegian Cruise Line
- Azamara Club Cruises
- Oceania Cruises
- Silversea
Top Tips for Cruising
Don't book solely based on price
The range of cruise options available to you is enormous, at a quick glance there are; family cruises, honeymoon/couples cruises, party cruises, food and wine cruises, educational cruises, there's even a Walking Dead themed cruise (seriously).
Work out the type of cruise that interests you/your family - do you want to relax? Or do you want a more active experience? What level of accommodation are you looking for? - and start looking from there. Give me a call if you want to discuss what's available.
Compare the bonus offers (they can be a bigger saving than a discount!)
It may not sound like much, but a complementary beverage package really adds up. If a beverage package is worth $79 per day and you're going on an eight day cruise, that's over $600 in value!
If there's a particular speciality restaurant you want to eat at or show you want to see, book ahead!
The speciality restaurants onboard are FANTASTIC, and some of them offer once in a lifetime menus designed by Michelin-starred chefs - so naturally, they book up fast. The same goes for the shows. It pays to book as soon as you can.
The ship is a destination too!
Just because you're between ports doesn't mean you're confined to the pool with a cocktail (unless you want to be!) On a modern cruise ship you can expect to find;
- Duty free shops.
- Libraries and movie theatres.
- Basketball/Tennis/Volleyball courts.
- Live bands and Vegas-style shows.
- Activity centres for kids and teens.
- Educational classes (think cooking, dancing or cocktail-making classes).
- And a whole lot more if you're on a larger ship!
More Travel Specials
Indonesian Explorer Cruise - 27th March 2017
16 Nights from Auckland to Singapore from $1199 per person quad share
Explore Australia & Asia on the final cruise of the Pacific Pearl!
P&O is retiring the Pacific Pearl, and the final itinerary is a great one! Starting from Auckland, you'll sail up around Australia where you'll see the Great Barrier Reef, The Whitsundays and the fantastic Litchfield National Park. From there you'll sail around Indonesia, stopping at Bali before finishing your journey in Singapore.
If you book before the 29th June, you'll also receive a free AUD$79 per day beverage package which is exceptional value for money!
Cabins are selling out VERY fast, so do get in touch today if you'd like more information.
Bonus offers: Book and deposit before 29 June 2016 and receive up to $100 onboard credit per cabin and a free premium beverage package (value of AUD$79 per day!)
SALE ENDS 29 June 2016 - contact me for the full details.
Doubletree Resort by Hilton, Sonaisali Island
Opening special - Receive 50% off!
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Fiji – Sonaisali Island is surrounded by the warm waters of the South Pacific Ocean.
The resort offers a wealth of amenities, and an authentic, warm Fijian welcome. Choose from an array of activities, including paintballing, horseback riding and pampering spa treatments.
4 nights from $669 per person share twin
SALE ENDS 29 June 2016
Wonders of China
Travel through some of China's most iconic sites.
China is a land of many wonders – ancient and modern, natural and man-made.
This hugely popular tour is a comprehensive journey through China’s most iconic sights from the magnificent Great Wall to the mighty Yangtze River.
17 days, FULLY INCLUSIVE TOUR from $5840 per person share twin
SALE ENDS 12 August 2016
Spain, France & Italy Cruise
Silverseas Extraordinary Experience
Cruise from Barcelona (overnight in port), Palma, Ibiza (overnight in port), San Antonio, Menorca, Bonifacio, Monte Carlo, St Tropez, Portovenere, Livorno & ending in Rome onboard Silversea's Silver Muse.
12 night cruise from $11459 per person, share twin
SALE ENDS 14 July 2016
Scandinavia & Russia Cruise
Receive an onboard credit of US$85 per stateroom!
Cruise from Copenhagen to Oslo, Berlin, Tallinn, St Petersburg, Helsinki, Stockholm & returning to Copenhagen onboard Princess Cruises' Regal Princess.
11 night cruise from $3189 per person, share twin
SALE ENDS 29 June 2016
Found A Great Deal?
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I'm able to source the same/similar specials from my network of suppliers and contacts.
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