Planet Earth Travel

12/06/2025

🇵🇭 Maligayang Araw Ng Kalayaan! 🇵🇭

Today, we proudly join the Filipino community in celebrating Philippine Independence Day 2025 – a day of freedom, heritage, and pride.

At Planet Earth Travel, we've been honoured to support the New Zealand - Filipino community for 30 years since our journey began in 1995.

Maraming salamat for your support.

Here's to unity, strength, and the spirit of home, no matter where in the world you are.

07/06/2025

Philippines flight with China Airlines on sale!

From $1119 - fly from Auckland to Manila
From $1159 - fly from Auckland to Cebu

Routing via Brisbane & Taipei

Fares include:
- two x 23kg checked bags
- travel agent booking and service fees

No hidden charges!

📅 Travel between 3 June 2025 – 22 March 2026
🚫 Blackout Dates:
• 21 June – 7 July 2025
• 13 September – 2 October 2025
• 21 November 2025 – 2 January 2026
• 13 – 23 February 2026

Sale ends 30 June 2025!

T&Cs apply. Credit card surcharge applies.

26/05/2025

Flying via Philippine Airlines?

Check these friendly reminder to pack right and fly light with PAL! ✈️

For smooth travel journeys, please ensure your CARRY-ON BAGGAGE follows the airline's free baggage allowance - one cabin bag (maximum weight of 7KG) plus one small personal item.

🧳 For more details, visit PAL's website before you pack:

➡️ Carry-On Baggage Allowance
https://www.philippineairlines.com/en/before-you-fly/baggage-information/baggage-allowance/baggage-allowance-fees/carry-on-baggage

➡️ For domestic flights
https://www.philippineairlines.com/before-you-fly/baggage-information/baggage-allowance/baggage-allowance-fees/domestic-flights

➡️ For international flights
https://www.philippineairlines.com/ph/en/before-you-fly/baggage-information/baggage-allowance/baggage-allowance-fees/international-flights.html

(Reposting PAL's message)

26/05/2025

72-Hour Islands Sale is on! Sale ends on 28 May 2025

Return Economy fares include for:
📍 Samoa from $629 return
📍 Fiji from $709 return – ask us about discounted kids' fares!
📍 Honolulu from $1099 return
📍 Bali from $1325 return

Fares include:
- baggage
- meals & entertainment with The Works.
- Add accommodation and you’ve got the perfect island holiday.

🕒 Spaces are limited. Contact us today and let the island countdown begin!

🌺 See here for more details: https://planettravel.co.nz/airfare/discover-the-islands-for-less/

T&Cs - all flights are subject to availability.
Credit card & travel agent service fees may apply.
Close outs over peak travel periods. Special conditions apply.

To book, text or call Oliver or Joannes on 021906198

21/05/2025

Qantas Fare Sale is on!

Fly to Manila from Wellington, Christchurch & Queenstown

Return fares from:
• Wellington – $1279*
• Christchurch – $1279*
• Queenstown – $1329*

Fare includes:
- 30kg checked baggage + 7kg hand carry
- travel agent booking fee

WIN: Book by 29 May 2025 and go in the draw to WIN 1 of 2 return tickets to Manila flying Qantas!

Travel periods:
• 3 – 26 Jun 2025
• 18 Jul – 19 Sep 2025
• 07 Oct – 28 Nov 2025
• 19 Jan – 27 Mar 2026

Weekend surcharge applies (Fri – Sun)

To book, call or send a text message to Oliver or Joannes on 021 906 198 or drop an email at [email protected]

📜 Ticket draw T&Cs: bit.ly/QF_TCs

T&Cs apply. Subject to availability. Limited seats available. Credit card surcharge applies.

19/05/2025

Qantas Global Sale is now on!

Return from $1099*

Fly out fromAuckland to Manila with Qantas

Travel dates are between:
3 – 17 Jun 25
27 Jul – 17 Sep 25,
16 Oct – 14 Nov 25,
1 – 20 Mar 26

Weekend surcharge applies (Fri - Sun departures)
Sale ends 2 June 2025

Includes:
- 30kg checked baggage + 7kg hand carry
- travel agent booking fee

WIN: Book by 29 May 2025 and go in the draw to WIN 1 of 2 return tickets to Manila flying Qantas!

Call or txt Oliver and Joannes on 021906198 or drop at email at [email protected]

📜 Ticket draw T&Cs: bit.ly/QF_TCs

T&Cs apply. Subject to availability. Limited seats available.

19/05/2025

Ready to holiday in Honolulu, Los Angeles or Asia?

Book your Air New Zealand flights with accommodation, a cruise or a tour through us by 31 May 2025 to unlock exclusive airfares.

🛫 Book & Win – Go in the draw to win your flights back (valued up to $3000)! Every booking counts.

Draw: 11 June 2025.

Just a few of the holiday packages available (all include return flights & quality accommodation):

🌴 Bali – Flights & 7 nights from $1629pp
🌺 Honolulu – Flights & 7 nights from $2379pp
🎢 Los Angeles – Flights & 5 nights from $2910pp

📅 Sale ends 31 May

T&Cs apply. Travel agent service & credit card fees apply.

See here for more details: https://planettravel.co.nz/airfare/usa-asia-holidays-on-sale/

19/05/2025

Book today with Q Mastercard or Q Card and receive 24 Months Interest Free* on all bookings $500 and over.

*24 months interest free is available on Long Term Finance (LTF) for in-store purchases only until 30 June 2025. Min Spend $500.

New customers need to apply and be approved for a Q Mastercard credit card.

Lending criteria, $50 annual Account Fee, fees, Ts&Cs apply.

$55 Establishment Fee applies to your first LTF transaction
$35 Advance Fee applies to subsequent LTF transactions.

Min payments of 3% of the monthly closing balance or $10 (whichever is greater) are required throughout interest free period.

Note: Paying only the minimum monthly payments will not fully repay the loan before the end of the interest free period. Standard Interest Rate of 28.50% p.a. applies to outstanding balance at the end of LTF Interest Free Period.

Rates and fees subject to change.

Columbus Financial Services Limited and Consumer Finance Limited reserve the right to amend, suspend or terminate the offer and these Ts&Cs at any time without notice.

A surcharge of 4.0% applies.

19/05/2025

Qantas is launching direct flights between Auckland and Adelaide starting October 2025! ✈️

For the first time in 20 years, you can now fly non-stop with Qantas and explore everything South Australia has to offer — from world-class wine regions 🍷 and incredible food 🍽️ to stunning beaches 🏖️ and unique wildlife 🦘.

Book now to explore South Australia — it’s all just one flight away!

We’ve got exciting news for travellers — Qantas is launching direct flights between Auckland 🇳🇿 and Adelaide 🇦🇺 starting October 2025! ✈️

For the first time in 20 years, you’ll be able to fly non-stop with Qantas and explore everything South Australia has to offer — from world-class wine regions 🍷 and incredible food 🍽️ to stunning beaches 🏖️ and unique wildlife 🦘.

Book now to explore South Australia — it’s all just one flight away!

19/05/2025

From iconic sightseeing to authentic, Be My Guest Experiences - Trafalgar’s River cruises offer value-packed itineraries of Europe’s iconic rivers with everything taken care of.

With two brand-new European river cruises that will set sail in April 2026 cruising the iconic Rhine and Danube rivers.

Available cruises:

Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam
10 Days (7 Nights River Cruise, 2 Nights Hotel) | Amsterdam, Cologne, Koblenz, Strasbourg, Basel, and more on Trafalgar Verity

Best of the Danube
8 Days (7 Nights River Cruise) | Budapest, Vienna, Wachau Valley, Passau and more on Trafalgar Reverie

Contact your local travel consultant about sailings starting April 2026: https://bit.ly/travel_consultants

19/05/2025

🌍 GLOBUS MAYHEM IS ON! ✈️

Earlybirds for 2026 are here — and if you're ready to plan ahead or take off sooner, now’s the time to lock in a deal.

Save up to 15%* on select 2026 tours

Last-minute savings also available for 2025!

Available destinations:

🇭🇷 Croatia’s coastlines and ancient cities (Zagreb to Dubrovnik from $4,994*)

🇯🇵 Japan’s temples, tea ceremonies & Tokyo buzz (Tokyo to Hiroshima from $8,981*)

🇨🇦 Canada’s iconic Rockies by rail (Vancouver return from $12,608*)

🇬🇧 A deep dive into the best of Britain & Ireland (London return from $11,500*)

Must be booked and deposit paid by Saturday, 31 May 2025 (or until sold out).

Let us help you choose the tour that’s right for you.

📩 Message us or get in touch:
Olivever or Joannes on 021906198 | [email protected]

*Terms and conditions apply.

26/03/2025

Balikbayan time! 🇵🇭 Missing your family in the Philippines? Fly from Auckland to Manila!

✈Return fares from $1219 (adults) and $979 (kids 2-11).

Low season travel only, weekend surcharge applies.

🛄Includes 30kg checked baggage + 7kg hand luggage. Sale ends 2nd May 2025! Seats are limited, book now.

➡️ Book online: bit.ly/NZtoMNL
📞 Contact your travel consultant for personalised assistance: bit.ly/travel_consultants

25/03/2025

🇵🇭 Christmas in the Philippines? Yes, please! 🎉🎄🇵🇭 Secure your flights with some great airfares from Auckland & Christchurch to Manila, Cebu, and Davao. Book early to get the best prices and guarantee your seat during the busy holiday season.

✨ Fares from:

Manila (Departing Auckland): $2,095 (Adult) / $1,695 (Child)
Cebu/Davao (Departing Auckland): From $2,295 (Adult) / $1,895 (Child)

Manila (Departing Christchurch): $2,095 (Adult) / $1,695 (Child)
Cebu (Departing Christchurch): From $2,295 (Adult) / $1,895 (Child)
Davao (Departing Christchurch): From $2,349 (Adult) / $1,969 (Child)

Includes 30kg checked baggage, 7kg hand carry, and connecting flights. Child fares are for ages 2-11. (Surcharges apply 12-29 Dec. Sale ends 31 July 2025. Limited seats!) Price includes travel agent booking, ticketing and service fees.

➡️ Book online: https://bit.ly/PH_XMAS_Airfares
📞 Contact your travel consultant for personalised assistance: https://bit.ly/travel_consultants

13/02/2025

Thank you Global Travel Network for acknowledging our 30 years anniversary. We love being partnered with you. You’ve been a great support to us and our customers.

🎉Celebrating 30 Years of Planet Earth Travel – A Valued GTN Member 🎉

For three decades, Planet Earth Travel has been a trusted name in travel, providing expert service in air ticketing, package tours, cruising, and more. Founded with a passion for promoting the Philippines to the NZ Filipino market, the business has since expanded, offering unforgettable travel experiences worldwide.

As one of our first members, Planet Earth Travel has been a proud part of the GTN family since 2016 and has been a top-performing Qantas agency year after year. Their success is built on loyalty, integrity, and smart business operations, values that align perfectly with GTN’s commitment to supporting independent travel agents.

Through GTN’s industry-leading airline partnerships and technology, including the GTN Quiktravel system, Planet Earth Travel continues to thrive, benefiting from strong supplier relationships and a network that operates with honesty and transparency.

Congratulations to Planet Earth Travel on 30 incredible years! We’re proud to have you as a valued member of GTN.

11/02/2025

✈ The Qantas Global Sale is now on!

⏺ Manila - Return from $1199 (Departs AKL) - https://bit.ly/QF_MNL_1199
⏺ Haneda (Tokyo) - Return from $1199 (Departs AKL, WLG, CHC) - https://bit.ly/QF_TYO_1199
⏺ Contact us for more destinations

Enjoy:
🛄 30kg checked baggage, 7kg hand carry
🍱 Meals and inflight entertainment onboard

⌛ Sale ends 24 February 2025
🛫 Departures until 30 June 2025

📲 Book online: planettravel.co.nz
🤳 Contact your local travel consultant: planettravel.co.nz/consultants/
🛎 Pricing includes taxes, travel agent service and booking fees.
✨ T&Cs apply. Limited seats available, pricing is subject to availability.

09/02/2025

Fly from New Zealand to Cebu or Manila, Philippines with Singapore Airlines

Return airfare from $1,579

Auckland to Manila - return from $1579
Auckland to Cebu - return from $1699
Christchurch to Manila - return from $1629
Christchurch to Cebu - return from $1709

Seats subject to seat availability, limited capacity only

Fare Details:
- sale ends 31 March 2025
- validity of 12 months
- travel Period: Low season only - travel between 13 Jan 2025 through 28 March 2025
- Economy Class Seats
- 25kg checked-in baggage plus 7kg hand carry baggage allowance
- meals and inflight entertainment are provided on board

27/01/2025

Happy New Year 2025 to everyone, we are back at work as normal, thank you for your support and patronage ❤️❤️

20/01/2025

✈️ Fly from Auckland to Manila with Malaysia Airlines Balikbayan Airfare! ✈️

Economy class return airfare from $1,699 🇵🇭

Airfare includes:
⏺ 30kg Checked-in Baggage 🧳 + 7kg Hand Carry
⏺ Meals & Inflight Entertainment 🎬

📅 Sale Ends: 31 December 2025

Travel Period: Low Season Only (Check availability using our online booking form or contact your local travel consultant)

📲 Book online: planettravel.co.nz/airfare/malaysia-airlines-balikbayan-airfare-to-manila/
🤳 Contact your local travel consultant: planettravel.co.nz/consultants/
🛎 Pricing includes taxes, travel agent service and booking fees.
✨ T&Cs apply. Limited seats available, pricing is subject to availability.

09/01/2025

✈️ Uwi na! 🇵🇭

Fly from New Zealand to Manila with these return airfares flying economy class.

⏺ Auckland to Manila - Return from $1329
⏺ Christchurch to Manila - Return from $1409
⏺ Queenstown to Manila - Return from $1429
⏺ Wellington to Manila - Return from $1469

Enjoy:
🛄30kg checked baggage (perfect for pasalubong!)
🍱 Meals and inflight entertainment onboard
🛬 Stopovers in Sydney or Brisbane (additional fare surcharge and Australian taxes applies)

📲 Book online: planettravel.co.nz/airfare/nz-manila-economy-airfares/
🤳 Contact your local travel consultant: planettravel.co.nz/consultants/

🛎 Pricing includes taxes, travel agent service and booking fees.
✨ T&Cs apply. Limited seats available, pricing is subject to availability.

Fly from New Zealand to Manila, Philippines with Economy Airfares return from $1,329 Airfares: Auckland to Manila - Return from $1329 Christchurch to Manila - Return from $1409 Queenstown to Manila - Return from $1429 Wellington to Manila - Return from $1469 Pricing includes travel agent service and...

07/01/2025

Celebrating 30 Years of Amazing Adventures with Planet Earth Travel! 🌎

In 1995, Planet Earth Travel began its journey as Philippines Travel Limited, opening its doors on Level 7 of the iconic Smith & Caughey's building in Wellesley Street, Auckland. For 30 years, we've been honoured to serve the vibrant NZ Filipino community, supporting events like beauty pageants and sporting events that celebrate our rich culture and heritage.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our loyal customers for their unwavering support throughout these three decades. Your trust in us has been instrumental in reaching this significant milestone.

A special thanks to our dedicated team, many of whom have been with us for years. We've evolved with the times and now operate as a fully remote team, allowing us to deliver exceptional service to you wherever you are in New Zealand.

We also express our sincere appreciation to our many airline partners over the years, including Thai Airways, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Qantas, and Philippine Airlines. Furthermore, we extend our gratitude to Global Travel Network , who have been an invaluable support and partner to our business.

Today, Planet Earth Travel continues to evolve, offering a diverse range of travel experiences, from exciting adventures in the Philippines to unforgettable journeys across the globe.

Here are some images from the archives showing our early days in the 90s.

31/12/2024

🎆 Happy New Year 2025! 🎇

The team at Planet Earth Travel wish you a happy new year filled with new travel adventures and creating wonderful memories in 2025 😊

28/12/2024

28 Dec, 1st day of our holiday, flying with Qantas airways, Auckland Brisbane Manila. We are trying this route for an experience. Both Auckland and Brisbane Qantas first class lounges are superb, the best coffees.

22/12/2024

🎄Maligayang Pasko sa lahat!

From the team at Planet Earth Travel, we wish you a joyous and peaceful Christmas filled with warmth, laughter, and cherished moments with loved ones.

🎁 Wishing you a wonderful Christmas!