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 website, or phone or visit them. Cancun What you get
Travel Associates has accommodation packages for Club Med Cancun in Yucatan, Mexico, from $1279 a person, twin share. Includes seven nights’ accommodation, gourmet meals, all-day snacking and premium open bar, wi-fi, a daily schedule of sports and activities, live entertainment, and kids’ club.
What to do
Boasting turquoise oceans teeming with sea life from the coral reef, snorkel, dive or swim to your heart’s content. Soak up the sun on powder-soft sandy beaches and relax under palm trees. For a familyfriendly dose of adventure, explore the 3000-year-old Ancient Mayan ruins of El Ray in the heart of Cancun.
When to go
Travel May 1 to October 31, 2019. Valid for sales until August 31, 2018. Prices exclude airfares, are correct as at August 13, 2018, and are subject to availability and change without notice. travel-associates.co.nz or 0800 951 655.
New Caledonia
Fly to New Caledonia, and enjoy four nights’ accommodation at Nouvata, from $899 a person, twin share.
What you get
Price includes return economy airfares to Noumea flying Aircalin from Auckland, four nights’ accommodation at Nouvata in a standard room with an ocean view, and return airport transfers. Nouvata guests receive a 15 per cent discount off the full buffet lunch and dinner (excluding beverages), plus receive one drink voucher per person per stay (house wine, beer, juice and soft drink), to be consumed at Nouvata’s Code Bar.
What to do
Nouvata is opposite the beach on Anse Vata Bay in Noumea, close to restaurants, cafes and boutiques.
When to go
Travel September 3-25 or October 15 to November 28, 2018. Sales until August 24. helloworld.co.nz or 0800 30 31 32.
Peru
The Salkantay Camping Trek is an alternative to the Inca Trail. A more strenuous option and far less trekked, with snowcapped peaks and glaciers in the shadow of Salkantay Mountain.
What you get
House of Travel has a four-day, threenight package, from $1995 a person, twin share. This includes two nights’ camping, one night in a hotel, transport, guide, cook, porters, all meals during the trek, entrance fees, and bus and train.
What to do
At times walking beside the Salkantay glacier, your trek high point is 4600m. Walk alongside the Salkantay River, passing waterfalls and into cloud forest, and visit Machu Picchu.
When to go
Travel is on scheduled departure dates (March to December). Offer until October 31, 2018, unless sold out. International flights additional and conditions apply. houseoftravel.co.nz, 0800 713 715 or see your travel agent.
Botswana
Experience the wonder of Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwe side before heading into Botswana to see Chobe National Park and the incredible wildlife of the Okavango Delta.
What you get
House of Travel has an eight-day, sevennight package, from $5115 a person, twin share. This includes seven nights’ accommodation, a walking tour of Victoria Falls, all meals and local beverages in Botswana, transport, daily activities and game drives, national park fees and flights Kasane-Pom Pom-Maun.
What to do
Scheduled game viewing activities, including river cruising on the Chobe River.
When to go
Daily departures on request (minimum two people). Valid for sale until September 30, 2018 unless sold out. Seasonal rates and conditions apply. International flights additional. houseoftravel.co.nz, 0800 713 715 or visit your local House of Travel store.