DEALS OF THE WEEK
Deals information is provided by our advertisers and is usually priced on a per-person, twin-share basis, not including airfares, unless otherwise stated. Date restrictions may apply. For full details of individual packages, refer to the travel company’s
Europe
U by Uniworld’s eight-day Danube Flow river cruise for the young at heart takes you from Regensburg, Germany, through to Budapest, Hungary, visiting Austria and Slovakia along the way.
What you get
Comfortable cruise ship accommodation and many meals are included, while a local DJ, gym and relaxing spa are also available for you to enjoy onboard.
What to do
Be awed by Veste Oberhaus, a historic, 800-year-old fortress in Passau. Gaze upon unconventional art, iconic cathedrals and grand palaces in Vienna. Enjoy Budapest’s culture, with more than 40 theatres and 100 museums and galleries to choose from.
When to go
Book before December 31, 2018, to take advantage of 30 per cent savings on select 2019 departures, from $1739 a person. Ubyuniworld.com, 0800 484 333 or contact your travel agent to book.
Africa
This Cape, Safari and Falls Contiki trip for 18-35-year-olds is the best of the best, ticking off all the highlights that Southern Africa has to offer.
What you get
Ten nights’ accommodation in hotels and African lodges, all transport during the trip, many meals, and the services of an expert trip manager, driver and local guides are included.
What to do
Take a cable car ride up Table Mountain or soak up the sun on one of Cape Town’s beautiful beaches. Enjoy a tour of the Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Witness giraffes, rhinoceroses and elephants at Kruger and Chobe national parks.
When to go
Book by January 31, 2019, to receive 10 per cent off on select departures, now from $3189 a person.
Contiki.com, 0508 266 8454 or see your travel agent to book.
Vietnam & Cambodia
With fascinating historical sites, colourful traditions and mouth-watering local delicacies, experience the sights, sounds and scents of South-East Asia as you cruise along the mighty Mekong River.
What you get
Avalon Waterways’ seven-night river cruise takes you through the region’s most interesting places and gives you a chance to spend time with the locals. From just $4689 a person, twin share.
What to do
Your journey begins in Phnom Penh. Tour the National Museum and Royal Palace with its striking Silver Pagoda and enjoy a song and dance performance by children at a local orphanage. In Wat Hanchey, take part in a traditional monk ceremony, and visit a Khmer house. Cruise the Cambodian countryside before crossing into Vietnam. Board a sampan in Ben Tre before cruising to bustling Ho Chi Minh City.
When to go
Depart Phnom Penh on select dates year round in 2019.
See your travel agent, avalon waterways.co.nz or phone 0800 000 883.
Los Angeles What you get
Flight Centre has Los Angeles holidays from $1619 ex Auckland or, $2499 ex Wellington or Christchurch a person, twin share. Includes return airfares and five nights’ accommodation in Anaheim.
What to do
Spend the night at Neuhouse Hollywood, a unique outdoor rooftop cinema in the heart of Los Angeles. With spectacular views, wireless headphones, comfy chairs and iconic movies, you’re bound to have an unforgettable experience. Grab a bite from the street food canteen, then settle down with popcorn and wait for the blockbuster to begin.
When to go
Travel May 13 to June 9, 2019, ex Auckland, or May 7 to June 18 ex Wellington or Christchurch. Prices are correct as at December 17 and are subject to availability and change without notice. Valid for sales until December 31. Wellington and Christchurch have a NZ$30 surcharge for travel Friday to Sunday. Wellington and Christchurch airfare is based on Air New Zealand. flightcentre.co.nz, 0800 427 555.