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Cancun Ecuador Spain and Portugal

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Experience a one-of-a-kind snorkellin­g expedition at the Cancun Underwater Museum.

What you get

Travel Associates has Cancun holidays from $3445 ex Auckland, or $3605 ex Wellington or Christchur­ch, per person, twin share. Includes seven nights’ accommodat­ion, breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and activities daily.

What to do

With about 500 unique sculptures at the museum, there is plenty to feast the eyes on. Made of materials that cultivate coral life, it allows the sea creatures to inhabit and interact with the underwater exhibits.

When to go

Prices are correct as at January 15, 2018, and are subject to availabili­ty and change without notice. Valid for sales until January 25. Travel April 8 to May 31, 2018. Airfares are based on Air New Zealand. A fee of US$30 ($41) a person is additional on arrival for passengers aged 24 and younger travelling without a chaperone.

travel-associates.co.nz or 0800 951 655.

Enjoy a seven-night family break at the Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort on the Coral Coast for the school holidays, from $1629 a person, family share.

What you get

Return economy class airfares flying Fiji Airways from Auckland, seven nights’ family-share accommodat­ion in an oceanview room, and return airport/launch transfers. Up to two children (aged 3-12) eat free from the children’s menu or buffet (conditions apply). Receive Talai VIP butler service, which includes welcome drinks, personalis­ed guest services, and champagne with canapes delivered to your bure each afternoon.

What to do

Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort has been designed to reflect a traditiona­l Fijian village for an authentic holiday experience. Kids will be kept entertaine­d at Kids’ Club, and the Outrigger is also home to the famous Meimei nanny service. Parents can relax at the adults-only pool with a cocktail or visit the hilltop Bebe Day Spa.

When to go

Travel July 7-14, 2018 (school holidays). Sales until February 28 unless sold out.

helloworld.co.nz or 0800 30 31 32.

Experience Ecuadorian hospitalit­y at its finest, staying in converted traditiona­l mansions with a living history in stunning locations.

What you get

House of Travel has a three-day, two-night tour package, from $495 a person, twin share. Includes two nights’ accommodat­ion, breakfast daily, and transport to and from Quito.

What to do

Departing from Quito, journey north to the outskirts of Otavalo, or south towards Cotopaxi National Park to stay at one of these beautiful haciendas. Great places to relax, sit by a cosy fireplace, go for a horse ride, take a hike or mountain bike, explore the local markets, and gain an insight into the rich folklore of Ecuador.

When to go

Valid for travel daily until December 31, 2018. Valid for sale until June 30, 2018, or until sold out. Internatio­nal flights additional and conditions apply.

houseoftra­vel.co.nz, 0800 713 715 or call in to your nearest House of Travel store.

Kick off an Iberian adventure in Madrid before heading to the hanging houses in Cuenca and devouring paella in Valencia on Trafalgar’s 13-day Highlights of Spain and Portugal holiday, from $3275 a person, twin share.

What you get

Includes sightseein­g, guides, 12 nights’ accommodat­ion, many meals, transport, airport transfers, and the services of a travel director.

What to do

See the troglodyte cave dwellings at Guadix, visit the 14th-century Alhambra Palace, and witness the passionate flamenco in Seville.

When to go

Departure dates from April with savings of 7.5 per cent for bookings and payments before February 28.

trafalgar.com, 0800 484 333 or ask your travel agent. 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.

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