Our Team is in full swing!! Brigitte our recent jetsetter is back – she’s been touring in Europe – covering Italy and Croatia with Globus Tours and time in the beautiful cities of Zurich and Vienna. This coming week Natasha takes a well-earned break in Bali checking out the Emirates direct flight, along with a very affordable private Family Villa.
Back in the office - Brigitte, Rachel and Sue and working hard with the Earlybird season underway!! Contact us to get your first choice on 2020 deals for Tours, Cruises, Flights and Accommodation and more!
You may see more emails than our regular 1 per month from us… we just don’t want you to miss out on all the deals. Please just keep the relevant emails😊
So the sales are really starting to roll in now! Judging by what's coming out, 2020 is going to be a massive year for travel!
- First up we have an AMAZING Thailand (Bangkok and/or Phuket) return flight special for 2020, for just $1200 per person – flying Singapore Airlines – contact us with your preferred dates!
- All our favourite Globus and Cosmos/Cosmos Lite touring, Monograms and Avalon River Cruises are on sale. Don’t forget Insight, Trafalgar, Costsaver and Contiki tours who also have deals out…
- We start an exclusive Cruise Sale from Mon 23 Sept – covering Princess, Carnival, P&O and Cunard Cruises…. Have you searched our amazing Cruise Factory Search function on our website? Find your perfect cruise; then contact us for cruise details/deals
- Another deal I want to make special note of is the Partner Flies Free offer with Wendy Wu Tours. If China, South East Asia, Japan or India have been on your bucket list a while, a classic group tour might be just the thing for you. All the arrangements are taken care of; flights, accommodation, transfers, touring meals and any required visas too! All you need to do is show up and enjoy the sights!
One of our travellers – Brigitte’s nephew Sam Kempf has become ‘famous’ on his recent trip to Barcelona with his cousins, including Brigitte’s daughter Abigail (whose in the front seat on the video) on a Barcelona Roller Coaster, where Sam caught a flying cell phone going over 130km an hour! The YouTube video has been viewed over 6.5 million times, the video has gone ‘viral’ and has been featured in the news around the world. Here is the clip to view!
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Heads up - If you have overseas friends and/or relatives planning to visit New Zealand, make sure they're aware of the new travel requirements. From 1 October many visitors to New Zealand will need an NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) before they can travel. The details are below.
Finally, if you have an older Apple MacBook Pro, there is a battery recall on some models and you may not be able to fly with it. The link to check it is at the bottom of this email.
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Kind regards,
Brigitte, Natasha, Rachel and Sue
phone: +64 3 688 8486
mob: +64 27 233 3027
travel@memoriesconnection.co.nz
www.memoriesconnection.co.nz
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Earlybird Sale - Partner Flies Free
Book your place on a 2020 Wendy Wu group tour and your partner flies free!* Below is a selection of tours that qualify for the free flight
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Classic Mekong
Embark on a glorious adventure, starting at Angkor before boarding a three-night deluxe river cruise down the Mekong. Explore vibrant Saigon, charming Hoi An and historic Hanoi and sail the waters of Halong Bay.
Partner flies free @ $6340pp (Total Saving $1500 per couple) - Price based on 04 Feb 2020 departure.
*Terms and Conditions Apply. Sale Ends 18 October.
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Inspiring India
With its diversity of colours, culture and heritage, India is one of the world’s most inspiring destinations. Explore the charms of Delhi, see the Taj Mahal at sunrise, search for tigers in Ranthambore and discover Rajasthan’s palaces.
Partner flies free @ $4480pp (Total Saving $1400 per couple) - Price based on 24 Jan 2020 departure.
*Terms and Conditions Apply. Sale Ends 18 October.
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Wonders of China
China is a land of many wonders – both ancient and modern, natural and man-made. This popular tour takes in China’s most iconic sights from the magnificent Great Wall and the Terracotta Army, to the Giant Pandas and the mighty Yangtze.
Partner flies free @ $4880pp (Total Saving $1300 per couple) - Price based on 02 Mar 2020 departure.
*Terms and Conditions Apply. Sale Ends 18 October.
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Japan Uncovered
Our most extensive tour of Japan includes all the classic sights and key cultural activities. Featuring modern cities, historical sights and beautiful landscapes, you get the most from this fascinating land.
Partner flies free @ 10790pp (Total Saving $1600 per couple) - Price based on 20 Mar 2020 departure
*Terms and Conditions Apply. Sale Ends 18 October.
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Where Can You Go With Wendy Wu?
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✓ China
✓ Vietnam
✓ India
✓ Japan
✓ Tibet
✓ Mongolia
✓ Central Asia
✓ Cambodia
✓ Laos
✓ Thailand
✓ Myanmar
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✓ Borneo
✓ Indonesia
✓ Nepal
✓ Bhutan
✓ Sri Lanka
✓ Singapore
✓ South Korea
✓ Taiwan
✓ Hong Hong
✓ Macau
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All Wendy Wu Packages Include:
- Return international economy airfares
- All meals and accommodation
- All transportation and transfers
- All sightseeing and entrance fees
- English-speaking National Escort &/or local guides
- Visa fees for NZ passport holders
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Earlybirds deals for flight to the UK/Europe are coming out now!
If a UK/Europe holiday, tour or cruise is in your plans for 2020, now is the time to start getting your flights organised!
If you have rough dates for travel, send them through and I'll take a look at the options for you.
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New travel rules for New Zealand
The New Zealand Government has introduced a new travel requirement for some visitors and transit passengers. It’s called the NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) and travellers need to request theirs via the official mobile app or website. Approval can take up to 72 hours, so get yours before you go.
The NZeTA is required for travel from 1 October 2019.
If you have friends/family coming to visit from overseas, send them to: www.immigration.govt.nz/nzeta to find out if they need one.
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Sheraton Samoa Beach Resort
Unwind at the resort pool with an island cocktail from the swim-up pool bar, play a game of tennis, take part in water activities including kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding or indulge in a spa treatment at the Manaia Polynesian Spa.
Travel during 1 November - 24 December 2019 & 11 January - 31 March 2020.
Includes:
- 5 nights accommodation
- Return airport transfers
- Buffet breakfast daily
- Children 4-12 years PLAY for FREE at Dolphin Kids Club
- FREE use of non-motorised water sports (excludes paddleboarding)
- FREE parking, porterage and Wi-Fi
PLUS
- Save up to 15% on accommodation and receive a WST100 credit per booking (to be used at hotel-owned bars, restaurants, Spa and room service)
- 2 x 30 minute massages per room per stay
- Up to two kids 12 years and under eat FREE from the Buffet or Kids Menu when dining with adults
*Terms and Conditions Apply, Sale Ends 30 September 2019.
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Crown Beach Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
Crown Beach Resort & Spa presents a private secluded space for just 36 couples to escape in 5 acres of tropical gardens and an endless icing sugar beach that caresses a sparkling blue lagoon.
Travel during 1-23 December 2019 & 5 January - 31 March 2020.
Includes
- 5 nights accommodation
- Return airport transfers
- Daily Cooked and Tropical Breakfast Buffet with beverage station
- Happy hour with reduced prices
- Nightly turn-down service with flowers
BONUS:
- Includes up to 2 FREE nights
*Terms and Conditions Apply, Sale Ends 30 September 2019.
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Travelling with Apple Laptops
Air New Zealand (along with a number of other international airlines) are advising against bringing older 15-inch MacBook Pros onto flights after a battery recall.
Apple says a "limited number" of 15-inch MacBook Pros sold mostly between September 2015 and February 2017 have batteries that might overheat and pose a fire risk.
If you have an older MacBook, you can check if it's affected by the recall here: https://support.apple.com/en-nz/15-inch-macbook-pro-battery-recall
Read the article on stuff.co.nz here.
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