Cruise Holidays with Kids
15 Dec 2014Cruises are a great option for a family holiday. We have taken our boys on several cruises which include Pacific Pearl (3 night Auckland - Auckland), Rhapsody of the Seas (5 night Sydney - Auckland) and Voyager of the Seas (14 night circumnavigation of NZ Sydney - Sydney). They have enjoyed each cru...
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises: Mariner
13 Dec 2014With Regent Seven Seas Mariner cruising the South Pacific and offering cruises from New Zealand over the summer I thought an inside look at some of the information available on the Fine Travel cruise website about her suites and offerings was timely. Learn More About How to Choose Your Cruise Holida...
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Luxury Cruises from New Zealand
5 Dec 2014Finding the right cruise line for you can be as specific as finding the right hotel, and hotel room, at your favourite hotel. There is something about the ship's design, the team onboard, the decor and just the feel of the ship that speaks to you. For travellers interested in cruises our New Zealand...
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Postcard from Our Holiday in Tuscany
24 Nov 2014by Fine Travel
Mention Tuscany and many people envision biking around the countryside, staying in a quaint (or opulent) villas and living the dream ‘Under the Tuscan Sun’. Our holiday actually started in South Hampton where we boarded the Cunard Line’s Queen Elizabeth. It was our parents 80th birthday so we decide...
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North to Alaska for a Holiday
23 Nov 2014by Fine Travel
Ever dreamed of visiting Alaska – seeing bears, moose and bald eagles in their natural habitat and watching the salmon turn into bear sushi. Alaska is a 6 times bigger than New Zealand with a population of only 731,449. Did you know one person in 60 owns a light air craft because it is an essential ...
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Explore the Natural Wonderland of Patagonia
22 Sep 2014by Fine Travel
Fjords, glaciers, forests, awesome! The natural wonderland of Patagonia is a sight to behold. Nested between Argentina and Chile, Patagonia offers you the opportunity to witness diverse landscapes, unique wildlife, and captivating cultures. Trace the journey of the legendary explorers on an adventur...
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Compagnie du Ponant unveils new name: PONANT
6 Sep 2014by Fine Travel
Compagnie du Ponant is now PONANT and maintains its identity through this shorter and impacting name. PONANT: the first ship of the Company, majestic three-masted sailboat behind the brand. Clients who were used to the quality of the Ponant cruises will continue to be impressed. The logo has been pr...
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The Luxury of Ponant Cruises
19 Jul 2014“I’m looking for something special – a cruise that will really capture the imagination of New Zealanders”. “How about Ponant” came the reply. “Their cruise ships have never been to this part of the world and the “L’Austral” will be here at the end of the year". And so in 2014 my education on the lux...
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The Wonder of Antarctica onboard an Antarctica Cruise
5 Apr 2014by Fine Travel
Are you looking for that one in a lifetime unforgettable voyage through breathtaking landscapes? Antarctica Cruises to the great White Continent will be on your radar. Ever wonder what an iceberg looks like from close up, or what kinds of animals live in the polar ice? Step into another world with u...
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