Travel for Solos

12/07/2022

This Cherry Blossom Tour to Japan with World Journeys is departing on 25 March 2023, a beautiful trip of a lifetime.

Each spring, Japan's landscape is host to fragile pink and white sakura blooming; stunning colour that is celebrated throughout the entire country. Start this journey in bustling Tokyo and see its impressive gardens, go in search of the famous 'snow monkeys' and the alpine 'old town' of Takayama. On to cultural Kyoto and poignant Hiroshima, ending with spectacular views of Mt Fuji from the top of Mt Owakudani. This unique and incredibly scenic country with enchanting culture, wonderful cuisine and gracious people awaits you.
Check out the itinerary via the link below and for more information get in touch with the team at helloworld Cambridge on 07 827 5100 or email [email protected]

https://worldjourneys.co.nz/destinations/hosted-travel/cherry-blossom-japan/25001179/

29/06/2022

Wow, check out Air NZ's innovative new seating, something for everyone ✈️✈️✈️

11/05/2022

If you read the small print below, it says that Cruise ships will be returning to NZ. It's been a long time ... 2 1/2 years to see a cruise ship with tourists in NZ waters! For all the latest deals and info give us a call at helloworld Cambridge 07 827 5100 or call in to see us to book your cabin. 🛳🚢⛴

New Zealand’s international border will reopen to all tourists and visa holders from 11.59pm, 31 July 2022.

Online visitor visa applications reopen to Pacific Island Forum countries (excluding Australia) from 16 May.

Vaccinated travellers arriving under the Accredited Employer Work Visa category will be able to apply to New Zealand from 4 July 2022.

All other visa categories — including visitor and student visas wanting to travel to New Zealand, applications open from 31 July 2022.

Cruise ships can enter New Zealand from 31 July 2022.

Some travellers will still need to meet vaccination requirements to enter New Zealand.

You can find out more here: www.covid19.govt.nz/border-reopening

22/04/2022

We will be closed Saturday 22, Sunday 23 and ANZAC Day 25 April and will reopen on Tuesday 26 April 9am.
If travelling keep safe and if you need to contact us urgently please email [email protected] and put URGENT in the subject line.

20/04/2022

Do you need a break, and want to use your passport? Why not plan a weekend away to VIVID Sydney? Check out the deal below and get in touch with Bridget or Caraline on 07 827 5100, but hurry as flights are filling fast.
A Sydney stay is always memorable, but during Vivid Sydney, this creative festival will spark the soul of the city. From 27 May to 18 June, Vivid Sydney will fuse art, innovation and technology in collaboration with some of the most boundary-pushing artists, thinkers and musicians of our time. Vivid Sydney tells a story of the harbour city beyond the icons, about urban legends, secret spaces and visions for the future. The 2022 festival boasts the longest continuous Light Walk in the history of the event, it will stretch continuously for 8km, from 6 to 11pm each evening linking the Sydney Opera House to Central Station, with more than 200 LED sculptural birds guiding the way. Beyond the colourful lights, Vivid Music and Vivid Ideas host live performances and fascinating forums everywhere from grand halls to galleries. Make the most of one of our Vivid Sydney packages including, Vivid Sydney Cruises, dinners, accommodation and more. From day to night, there’s so much to love about Sydney.

Vivid Sydney 2022

14/04/2022

Happy Easter from us to you! We will be closed until Tuesday 19th April 9am. Stay safe!

Bridget and Caraline

13/04/2022

‼️WARNING: PASSPORT DELAYS‼️

If you’re finally booking that international trip please be aware that the current processing time for a standard New Zealand passport application is 22 days (plus delivery time).

New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has issued a warning as its passport office continues to experience processing delays due to reduced staff on site.

Urgent passport applications are still available.

See more at passports.govt.nz

13/04/2022

If you are after a luxurious, expedition style adventure, this is the holiday for you. Cruising with Ponant to the Kimberley's! A fantastic memorable experience.

Contact Bridget or Caraline on 07 827 5100 for more information.

28/03/2022

Hello Australia! Check out these deals below and if you are keen to book give Bridget or Caraline a call on 07 8275100 or email
[email protected]

helloworld on sale - Australia

22/03/2022

Breaking news! New York! New York!
Air NZ flying non stop 17 September 2022!

More details below or give Bridget or Caraline on 07 827 5100.

Taxiing our way to the Big Apple 😉🚕 Fly non-stop between Auckland and New York, departing 17 September 2022. On sale now! 🎉✈️🇺🇸

Subject to government and regulatory requirements.

14/03/2022

Jordan, the Holyland, and Oberammergau Escorted Tour departing September 2022

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to see the "Passion Play" in Passau - a once in 10 years occurrence. After a delay of 2 years due to Covid, this is the year. The next performance will not be until 2030.

September is a wonderful time to travel, avoiding the busiest Northern Hemisphere travel seasons.

This special tour is hosted by experienced tour hosts, Mike (Former Dean of Nelson Cathedral) and Patsy Hawke.

This 24-day tour will depart NZ on 08 September 2022, and has just a few spaces left, so it is important to secure a place now.
Flying Emirates from Auckland to Amman, you will be met and assisted inside immigration, and transferred to the Dead Sea for a relaxing overnight stay. Many fascinating ancient and biblical locations including Wadi Rum where Lawrence of Arabia rode and the red rose city of Petra and the Red Sea city of Aqaba are included in Jordan, before crossing via the southern Jordan-Israel border to the Holyland. You will be met by our driver, guide, and travel north via Masada to Jerusalem. Here the tour is based for four nights in the Old City, in a wonderfully located hotel, providing easy access to many holy sites over the next few days. A day at leisure is included in Jerusalem, to further explore the old city in more depth, with Mike as your guide.
Depart to the Galilee for 3 days exploring the Sea of Galilee and many famous biblical sites. Conclude with an overnight stay in Tel Aviv and farewell dinner, before flying directly to Budapest for an exciting overnight stopover.
After exploring Budapest, embark and sail to Passau on a five day cruise aboard the relaxing and the all-inclusive CroisiEurope. Disembark at Passau and transfer to the Oberammergau region for two nights - culminating in attending the once-in-a-life-time Passion Play. The final night is in Munich including a farewell dinner, before returning to New Zealand, or there is an option to extend on Emirates Airlines cities in Europe or the UK. (Fares and airport taxes may vary).

Special note for solo travellers.
Solo travellers are very welcome and have travelled with many of Mike and Patsy’s tours and enjoy the security of travelling in a group and companionship along the way. A share twin room vacancy is available now for a female solo traveller seeking to share, with a travel buddy.

Innovative Travel has over 32 years’ experience with on the ground logistics and has created a special reputation for seamless travel with 24/7 local partner in country back up.

Don’t wait until 2030 for your next opportunity. Book now to secure a place on this once in a life-time special pilgrimage journey.
Contact Bridget or Caraline now on 07 827 5100 or email [email protected] for full itinerary details and to secure your seat on this once in a lifetime escorted tour.