XTravel Queenstown

15/10/2026

01/10/2026

OFF ON HOLIDAY? YOU CAN STILL HAVE YOUR SAY! ✈️🗳️

If your next adventure takes you overseas during New Zealand’s General Election on Saturday 7 November, add voting to your travel checklist.

📅 21 OCTOBER: Overseas voting opens.
✅ 25 OCTOBER: Enrol or update your details by midnight, NZ time.
🗳️ 7 NOVEMBER: Uploaded voting papers must be received by 7pm, NZ time.

Download your papers from Vote NZ, complete them and upload them following the instructions provided. No printer? You can complete the papers digitally, including the required signatures.

Leaving after voting opens in New Zealand on 26 October? You may be able to vote before you fly.

Save this reminder alongside your itinerary, and keep those NZ deadlines in mind wherever you’re exploring!

Full details:
https://vote.nz/2026-general-election/voting-in-the-election/vote-from-overseas

22/09/2026

SRI LANKA IS CALLING.

Think safaris, spice, scenic rail, ancient cities, incredible food and plenty of those “well, that was worth getting on a plane for” moments.

Laura Todd from xtravel is hosting this 13-day escorted small-group journey through Sri Lanka from 28 March to 9 April 2027, operated by Wendy Wu Tours.

Highlights include Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Minneriya National Park, Kandy, the spectacular Kandy to Ella train journey, Yala National Park, Galle, local food experiences, stilt fishermen and a Sri Lankan cookery class.

From $9,980pp twin share, including return Economy Singapore Airlines international airfares and taxes from New Zealand, sightseeing and entrance fees, meals and accommodation, a national guide, transport and transfers.

SMALL GROUP. BIG EXPERIENCES.

If Sri Lanka has been sitting on your list, this is a pretty lovely way to do it.

Contact us for the full itinerary and current availability. Travel insurance and local tipping are not included. Conditions and availability apply.

21/09/2026

WHAT A SHOW! 👏🎭

A MASSIVE congratulations to everyone at Remarkable Theatre on an absolutely fabulous season of HOME, I’M DARLING.

From the moment the lights went up, this was such a slick, polished and engaging production. The performances were brilliant, the set was incredible, the costumes, hair and makeup were gorgeous, and the lighting and sound brought it all together beautifully.

As headline sponsor, we were lucky enough to enjoy the show on Friday night with a fabulous bunch around our xtravel tables, including our team and their other halves, clients, friends and our competition winners. And yes, a little 1950s dressing up may have happened too! 💃🥂

For Tori, the night was particularly special, getting to cheer everyone on not only as part of xtravel, but as a Life Member of Remarkable Theatre too.

To the cast, crew and the enormous team behind the scenes who brought HOME, I’M DARLING to life, WELL DONE. What a fantastic achievement.

We absolutely loved being part of it and were very proud to support such a talented local theatre company. ❤️

Remarkable Theatre

15/09/2026

TORI IN EGYPT VLOG 🇪🇬

THE GRAND EGYPTIAN MUSEUM IS SOMETHING ELSE. ✨

Located just 2km from the Pyramids of Giza, the GEM is the world’s largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilisation. 🏺

With more than 100,000 artefacts spanning around 7,000 years, one of the biggest highlights is the almost complete collection of King Tutankhamun’s treasures, with more than 5,000 pieces brought together for the first time. 👑✨

From his famous golden mask to jewellery, clothing, gloves and even sandals, it’s incredible to see just how much was preserved from his tomb.

And standing beneath the enormous Ramses II statue in the Grand Atrium was one of those moments that really puts the scale of ancient Egypt into perspective.

Even more fascinating? It’s estimated that only around 40% of Egypt’s ancient artefacts have been uncovered, meaning there is still SO much waiting to be discovered. 🔎🇪🇬

COME EXPLORE THE GEM WITH TORI. 🎥✨

11/09/2026

BREAK A LEG FOR TONIGHT, REMARKABLE THEATRE! 🎭✨

It’s opening night for Remarkable Theatre’s production of HOME, I’M DARLING, and as proud headline sponsors, we’re wishing the entire cast and crew an absolutely brilliant season!

There’s something pretty special about supporting local theatre, and we can’t wait to see this fantastic production come to life on stage at the Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall.

HOME, I’M DARLING runs from 11–19 September, so if you haven’t got your tickets yet, there’s still time. GET YOURSELF ALONG TO A SHOW! 🎟️

And speaking of tickets... a huge CONGRATULATIONS to the winners of our giveaway! 🥳

🎭 Bernice H
🎭 Melissa C

You’ve each won a pair of tickets to the show. We hope you have a fabulous night!

ALL THE BEST FOR THE SEASON, TEAM REMARKABLE THEATRE! ❤️

10/09/2026

LAST CHANCE! 🎭🤞

Our Home, I’m Darling giveaway closes TONIGHT at 9:00pm.

We have TWO PAIRS OF TICKETS to give away for the Friday 18 September performance at Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall, seated on the xtravel sponsor tables.

To enter, answer this question in the comments:

DARLING, WHO WOULD YOU ESCAPE WITH? 😏

If you haven’t entered yet, now’s your chance. We’ll choose two winners after entries close tonight and announce them tomorrow on opening night.

Good luck! ✨



This promotion is open subject to the stated eligibility and prize conditions. Two winners will each receive two tickets to Home, I’m Darling at Arrowtown Athenaeum Hall on Friday 18 September 2026. Tickets are not transferable for cash. Winners will be contacted directly by xtravel. Please be aware of impersonation or scam accounts. xtravel will never ask for payment or credit card details to claim this prize. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Facebook. By entering, participants release Facebook from any responsibility associated with this promotion.

09/09/2026

TORI IN EGYPT VLOG 🇪🇬

DAY ONE OF UNIWORLD’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY MEGA FAMIL IN EGYPT, AND THIS WAS ONLY HALF OF IT! 😍

Tori’s Egyptian adventure is underway, starting with a stay at the beautiful Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza before heading out to see the Pyramids of Giza.

With Uniworld’s Egyptologists bringing the stories of ancient Egypt to life, the day included the Great Pyramid, the Sphinx and an unforgettable highlight: venturing deep inside King Menkaure’s Pyramid. 🏺✨

It’s one thing to see these places in photographs. Standing beside them, then heading inside a pyramid built thousands of years ago? That’s a proper pinch-me moment. ❤️

Uniworld’s exclusive access for small groups made the experience extra special, with expert guides sharing the history behind these extraordinary places.

And the private air-conditioned vehicles? VERY welcome in Egypt’s heat! ☀️

From a beautiful base on the Nile to ancient wonders that leave you lost for words, what a way to begin this anniversary adventure.

AND THERE’S STILL MORE OF DAY ONE TO COME… 🇪🇬✨

Would you venture inside a pyramid? Tell us below! 👇

09/09/2026

BY BOAT. BY RAIL. BY LAND. 🚢🚆🌏

You may have seen this one popping up already...

This September, xtravel is bringing together three very different ways to explore the world, with special guests from Viking, Wendy Wu Tours and Journey Beyond.

Think river cruising, remarkable rail journeys and incredible touring experiences, with plenty of stories, ideas and practical advice along the way.

We’re hosting two relaxed FREE events in Queenstown:

Tuesday 22 September | Queenstown Country Club | 10am-12pm
Wednesday 23 September | xtravel Queenstown | 10am-12pm

Great travel conversation and inspiration and the chance to hear directly from people who know these journeys inside out.

IF YOU’RE WONDERING WHAT YOUR NEXT BIG TRIP COULD LOOK LIKE, COME AND JOIN US.

Places are limited, so bookings are essential.

08/09/2026

Next stop… Egypt! ✈️ 🇪🇬

Tori’s on her way to Egypt with Uniworld, flying with Emirates and taking us along for the journey—from airport lounges and a cheeky slice of cake to her first “Hello, Egypt!” 🍰✨

Follow along as her Egyptian adventure unfolds. Is Egypt on your travel wish list?