BABY LET’S CRUISE AWAY
Whether an all-inclusive cruise is your jam or you’re looking for family-friendly fun and adventure, 2024 is set to be a bumper year for those wishing to travel abroad, says Sarah Crowe of House of Travel High Street Lanes in Christchurch.
Why cruise in Australia’s Kimberley region?
The Kimberley, found along Australia’s north-western coastline, provides an amazing opportunity to see scenery unlike anywhere else in the world. Ancient geology shapes the coastline, home to indigenous rock art said to be older than the Egyptian hieroglyphs. The world’s largest tidal changes, up to 14m, create phenomena only observed from the sea. Plus a healthy population of 50,000 breeding humpback whales reside in the area from June to August, ensuring unbeatable excitement found on the outer decks.
And why cruise the Kimberley with PONANT in particular?
PONANT is regarded as the world’s leader in luxury expeditions, with two boutique ‘Explorer’ ships calling the Kimberley home from April to September each year, carrying no more than 180 guests.
Their small ships navigate the coast at close proximity, then a large fleet of zodiac dinghies captained by industryleading expedition guides ensure your experience in this breathtaking region is maximised.
No need to open your wallet once on board, with open bar (including French champagne!), all meals, wi-fi and excursions included.
We can even score you up to a 25 percent early booking bonus, plus a AU$400 welcome offer when booking for 2024. Be quick, as this amazing destination is selling fast!
What are the hot destinations and ways to travel for 2024?
Portugal is definitely an upcoming destination and offers some of the best bang for buck. Family trips to Bali are super popular – book early! Australia offers great value as fares have reduced back. The Ghan train, and luxury small ship cruising in Australia. Italy,
Greece and Croatia are always some of the most soughtafter destinations for Europe. Ski trips to Canada are also in hot demand.
Cruising just continues to be fastest growing in the travel trade. Cruises give amazing value for money, you see a lot, it’s relaxing travel and cruising is for all ages.
Why choose House of Travel High Street Lanes?
We’re one of the largest retail travel agencies in the South Island. In our team, we have an airfare guru for technical itineraries, a groups specialist, someone who knows airpoints inside out, an Australia and Pacific specialist, a Europe itinerary designer and a qualified CLIA cruise expert.
We put together tailor-made holidays for Europe all day, every day, as well as work with multi-generational family trips and active/adventure holidays.
We have 24-hour emergency assistance and are with you for the whole journey until you return.
We also work closely with our friends in the House of Travel corporate side of the business.
We have many well-experienced team members and are here to guide and assist you in making your ideas become a reality. We live and breathe travel, so our knowledge is vast and can enhance your plans to create a better trip than you could yourself.