Hashika Samuel Travel Broker

13/05/2026

Need some inspiration for your next adventure??

Come and join us at our next event & hear from some of our fabulous suppliers from The TTC Group & Cruiseworld 🛳️

🌍✨ Dreaming about your next adventure? Let Travel Culture inspire you! ✨🌍

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of travel inspiration, drinks & nibbles as we showcase an incredible world of guided holidays, luxury cruises, river journeys and unforgettable experiences.

We’ll be joined by the Travel Corporation (TTC) family including Trafalgar, Insight Vacations, Luxury Gold, Contiki, AAT Kings, Costsaver, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, Brendan Vacations and more. Alongside Cruise World and some of the world’s leading cruise lines including Cunard, Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Holland America Line, AmaWaterways plus European river and expedition cruising specialists.

Whether you’re planning a bucket-list escape, a once-in-a-lifetime cruise, or simply looking for inspiration, this is the perfect opportunity to explore what’s possible, ask questions, and discover new ways to travel.

We’ll also have Europ Assistance available to chat through travel insurance options, helping you travel with confidence and peace of mind.

Come along, get inspired, and let’s start planning your next unforgettable journey ✈️🌏

17/03/2026

Right now, our team is doing what we do best ... supporting our clients.

With the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the flow-on impacts to travel plans, our priority is assisting those who have been directly affected. We are working tirelessly behind the scenes to manage changes, provide guidance, and ensure our travellers are looked after every step of the way.

We understand that response times may be slightly longer than usual, and we sincerely Thank You for your patience and understanding as we navigate this ever-changing travel climate.

Moments like these are a reminder of why many travellers choose to book with us. Our knowledge, experience, trusted industry relationships, and genuine care mean you’re never alone when plans shift unexpectedly.

Thank you for your continued support, we are here for you!

12/11/2025

These amazing Round Australia itineraries always sell out!

Best way to see the Top End of Australia 🇦🇺

Register your interest with me to get early access to pricing & discounts.

Discover your next experience
Explore the world with us and make memories that last a lifetime.

02/09/2025

24/06/2025

Important Update

If you have travel plans booked with our team in the next few weeks, that may be affected by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, we will contact you directly if you haven’t heard from us already.

Please know that we are closely monitoring the situation and are staying connected with the airlines & suppliers to be able to support our travellers if needed with any cancellations and rescheduling.

We strongly recommend checking the latest travel advisories from the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade via the Safe Travel website https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/search?q=middle+east

As this is an evolving situation, airline and supplier policies are changing daily. Our travel experts are here to assist you in understanding relevant supplier policies and explore alternative travel options if you choose to adjust your plans.

We remain hopeful for a peaceful de-escalation soon

13/06/2025

Some of you have already heard that I am going OFFLINE this weekend with my son Lucas to take on the World Vision 40 Hour Challenge.

So I will not be available via phone or email until Monday morning. But rest assured the Travel Culture team are there to assist for any travel emergencies while I'm not available.

Lucas and I just wanted to say a Huge THANK YOU to those amazing people that have sponsored us already.

If you'd still like to sponsor us to help raise funds for the kids doing it tough in the Solomon Islands due to climate change, it's not too late! Check out the link below with more details on how we are helping our Pacific Neighbours and to donate.

https://fundraise.worldvision.org.nz/fundraiser/hashikasamuelmecom/

22/05/2025

Maybe Portugal for 2026??? 🥰✈️

Lock in your 2026 Back Roads Touring adventure at 2025 prices! Explore the beauty of Portugal on a 10-day Discover Portugal small group tour from just $5,789 per person*. Book now to beat the price rise!

Your small group tour includes:
✅ 9 nights of hand-picked accommodation
✅ Expert Back-Roads driver & tour leader
✅ Travel in a premium mini-coach
✅ 9 breakfasts & 5 dinners
✅ A variety of activities and attractions

Secure your spot today – prices go up after 30 June 2025!

[email protected]
09 5765765

*T&Cs apply. Offer ends 30 June 2025. Selected travel dates apply. Subject to availability & change.

19/01/2025

ENJOY SPECIAL SAVINGS WHEN YOU BOOK BY MARCH 4, 2025

Nothing ignites the spirit of adventure more than the fresh possibilities of a new year. Whether you dream of kayaking among icebergs, plying Mediterranean waters on a historic tall ship or witnessing the endemic species of Galápagos, you can experience these once-in-a-lifetime adventures with National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions on expertly crafted itineraries designed to fully immerse you in your destination.

Book by March 4, 2025 and take advantage of the following special savings on select departures in 2025 and 2026:

• An expedition credit of up to $2,000 per guest: $500 per guest on departures 8 days or less, $1,000 per guest on departures between 9 and 14 days, and $2,000 per guest on departures 15 days or longer
• Solo savings
• Up to 10% in additional savings if you pay in full at the time of booking

https://www.expeditions.com/campaign/explorationsavings

08/01/2025

Travelling to the UK - Check if you need an ETA

From today, 8th of January 2025, New Zealand, Australians, and many other nations' passport holders will require an ETA to travel to and enter the UK. Applications for New Zealand passport holders is now live.

An ETA is required for:
* going to the UK for up to six months for tourism, visiting family & friends, business, or short-term study.
* transiting through the UK (including not passing through UK border control.

ETA 's can be applied online or via an app - information can be found here:

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-96RB7lieFLu6Z6OLhQYp58uJAXoEDd2S-rOaT5YlKYcKQQC5mgve06wwlLDT71oizrZG9oEguO_GJEKbUEIyi4xqn-FPnR8cECcs9XMyxgZMxh1_c&_hsmi=2&utm_content=2&utm_source=hs_email -for-an-eta

28/12/2024

One of my all time favourite Travel Quotes ✈️🥰

We couldn’t agree more! The travel bug doesn’t just bite, it ignites a passion that stays with you forever. From the thrill of new experiences to the joy of discovering unfamiliar places, travel becomes a part of who you are. At Travel Culture, we’re here to fuel that adventure and help you make every journey a story worth telling.

Ready to get "infected"? Let us help you plan your next unforgettable trip! 💛

13/12/2024

Sailing on a volcano 🤔🤣 … what’s yours??!