TRAIN LOVERS call it a dream come true. The 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer Tour begins in Christchurch, traversing the Southern Alps via Arthur's Pass, to the west coast, down to Franz Josef, Queenstown, Milford Sound, across to Dunedin, heading back up to Aoraki Mt Cook, Christchurch, Kaikoura, Marlborough and ending in the harbour city of Wellington.
WENDY WU TOURS early bird sale means you can save up to $2,000pp on all tours and destinations in 2026 and 2027. The deals include Japan Uncovered - 18 days from $13,780pp for a fully inclusive tour. Book by September 1.
VIKING invites you to explore the British Isles at special rates. Sail on the 15‑day British Isles Explorer ocean voyage and save up to $3,000 per couple when you add any extension. Or, voyage only and save $2,400 per couple. Book by 1 September 2025. I can recommend Viking - no kids, no casinos, no inside cabins, smart ships.
NORWEGIAN AIRLINES is a popular carrier in Europe - if you are heading that way and are planning a hotel stay during the carrier's Autumn Sale - get double CashPoints as well as discounts of at least 30% on select hotels. Book by 7 September 2025 for stays until 31 March 2026. You have to be a Reward member.
PONANT EXPLORATIONS has released early bird savings for travellers keen to explore the spectacular Kimberley region in WA in style. The package includes a 10-night luxury expedition, return economy flights, one-night accommodation and transfers. Book by September 30.
ACCOR has Singapore on sale - enjoy up to 25% off two-night stays at participating hotels, along with exclusive member benefits across the diverse range of hotels. Book by 26 Sept 2025 for stays between 21 Aug and 28 Sept 2025. Save more when you book as a member of ALL – it's free to join.
AIR ASIA is not just good value - it is flying high. The carrier won Best International Airline of the Year for the second consecutive year at the Australian Aviation Awards 2025. AAX will operate double daily flights between Kuala Lumpur and Sydney as well as Melbourne from December 2025 to January 2026.
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TURKISH AIRLINES invites you to fly from Sydney and Melbourne with up to 20% off using the promo code AUSPECIAL. You have until September 15 to book for travel between October 1 and November 30.
TRAVEL ASSOCIATES seven night luxury Japan ski package is priced from $7845pp. Included is return economy class airfare to Sapporo including prepaid taxes, 7 nights 5-star accommodation at Setsu Niseko in a Studio Room, breakfast daily plus a 5 Day Niseko All Mountain Lift Pass.
OCEANIA has released a small list of cruises offered with limited time super special fares. They include Seoul to Shanghai - 14 days departing February 21 2026 from $4530pp. I have travelled on this line several times and can recommend. Another itinerary is Auckland to Singapore departing March 30, 2026.
HELLOWORLD is selling AFL grand final footy final packages in conjunction with Virgin and ACCOR. The deals include two night's accommodation, breakfast daily, transfers and level 1 seating.
TRADE ONLY: The Travel Industry Club has released Heritage Expeditions 2026 Industry rates offering a great opportunity to experience one-of-a-kind expeditions with the pioneers of remote exploration in the Pacific and Oceania.
Remember conditions always apply to these specials. Check airline prices from your capital city. I recommend you use a travel agent - and travel insurance is essential. Finally I make mistakes like all of us. Check websites to confirm details. Got a travel problem? Send us details.
