72nd Commemoration of the Battle of Crete

MONDAY 20 MAY 2013 A ceremony will be held to commemorate the 72nd anniversary of the Battle of Crete. His Excellency, Lieutenant General the Rt Hon Sir Jerry Mateparae, Governor-General of New Zealand, as well as Hon Peter Dunne, will be in attendance. Monday 20 May 2013 National War Memorial Buckle Street Wellington Royal salute [...]

Luxury family package – InterContinental Samui

One of Thailand’s most luxurious getaway destinations, InterContinental Samui Baan Taling Ngam Resort has launched new Family Retreat package, designed to pamper parents and enrich and entertain kids. The package features luxurious accommodation and a range of complimentary experiences, including daily breakfast for the family, meals for children under 12 throughout the stay (when dining [...]

Taxi Drivers Prey on Tourists!

A growing number of unscrupulous taxi drivers are taking advantage of New Zealand travellers warns Southern Cross Travel Insurance (SCTI). Craig Morrison, SCTI CEO, says the practice of having luggage stolen as part of a taxi ride is one customers should be on the lookout for. “The stories we hear include: · Where the taxi [...]

Portside Gisborne joins Heritage

The Heritage Boutique Collection (HBC) welcomes the Portside Hotel to its exclusive Collection. The Portside Hotel is close to popular Gisborne wineries, exciting aquatic experiences from game fishing to stingray feeding and is the gateway to the spectacular East Cape experience. The hotel is set on Reads Quay in the town’s marina complex. This 4.5 [...]

Tourists help to map New Zealand

Often criticised for taking their fair share while on the road, freedom campers are now ‘giving back’ by helping to map local amenities all across New Zealand, thanks to a free smartphone application developed by a Christchurch man. Available for free via Google Play and the App store, CamperMate uses the GPS function of smartphones [...]

“Efter Ski” at Thredbo

Rekorderlig Cider are excited to announce a brand new winter experience with the 2013 launch of ‘Efter Ski’ at Thredbo Alpine Village during the ski season from 8th June until 8th September 2013. Aligning themselves with the Thredbo Alpine Hotel, Beautifully Swedish Rekorderlig Cider are putting a Scandinavian spin on Australia’s premium ski slopes to [...]

Air Tahiti Nui’s Revamped Aircraft

Air Tahiti Nui’s revamped two-class A340-300 aircraft landed in Auckland for the first time yesterday, as the South Pacific carrier continues to roll out its reconfigured fleet with an enhanced inflight entertainment system and a fresh cabin redesign. Under the multi-million dollar revamp, the fleet has been upgraded to a two-class model with an enhanced [...]

Weekend Healing in the Wilderness

TREETOPS RITUALS WELLNESS WEEKENDS offer unique two-day escapes that combine the powerful energy of New Zealand’s native forest with heritage indigenous therapies, aimed at a goal of complete wellbeing and relaxation. A dedicated weekend in early June and again in early September 2013 both offer totally new ways to share the ancient heritage of Maori [...]

Mrs. Brown’s Boys – Brisbane

Brendan O’Carroll alias Agnes Brown of the Channel Seven smash hit television series Mrs. Brown’s Boys today proudly announced that Mrs. Brown’s Boys will appear live on stage in Mrs. Brown Rides Again at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre on Saturday 22 March 2014 at 2pm & 7.30pm in addition to shows in Sydney, Wollongong, Newcastle, [...]

2nd Passenger Cruises Free

Discover the World Cruising together with Variety Cruises are offering amazing two for one cruise fares on select 2013 itineraries. Save up to AU$4,470 per couple off the cruise fare on bookings made by 15 June 2013, however space is limited per cruise departure! Romantic Portofino Book any of the following Variety Cruises’ Voyages, departing [...]