Over the past week we've published a range of articles that I hope you will find informative and assist you with your travel planning. If one of the articles captures your interest, or if I can help you plan your New Zealand, Australian or Cook Islands holiday, please let me know.
As vaccine programs roll out, we're seeing early interest in travel to the UK and Europe later this year and expect that to soon extend to the 2022 UK and Europe summer. We have therefore restarted displaying prices on our UK / Europe Business Class Specials page and look forward to sharing more insights with you as the future becomes clearer and as more airlines return to New Zealand.
Planning a Celebration on Rarotonga with Family and Friends
Looking for a venue to celebrate a significant birthday or event? A venue that ticks the boxes in terms of accessibility, affordability and simplicity? With the Cook Islands Travel Bubble now open, we can look beyond the holiday resorts of Rarotonga to a network of self-catering villas that are ideal for a larger group of family and friends looking for somewhere special.
Australian Cruise Line Coral Expeditions Continues Kimberley Voyages
While Australian and New Zealand borders remain closed to international cruise ships, the Australian flagged cruise line Coral Expeditions has continued to offer soft-expedition itineraries in the Australian Kimberley region. We review Coral Expeditions, its ships and the itinerary available. Departures are still available for the 2021 Kimberley Season (through to October 2021) with the 2022 Kimberley Season starting again in April 2022.
Exploring the Southern Group of Cook Islands
The Cook Islands Travel Bubble has opened up travel opportunities beyond the beaches of Rarotonga and Aitutaki for those interested in experiencing life in the Outer Islands. The Southern Group islands of Atiu, Mauke, Mitiaro and Mangaia provide intrepid travellers, looking for more than white sandy beaches, an opportunity for a uniquely authentic Cook Islands experience.