Reviewing Air New Zealand Business Class and Premium Economy to Hawaii
19 Nov 2019by Fine Travel
Air New Zealand offers Business Class, Premium Economy and Economy Class on its flights between Auckland and Honolulu. As the flight time is generally over eight hours in each direction, we review the merits of flying Business Class and Premium Economy. Overview of the Auckland / Hawaii Flight Times...
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The Pros and Cons of Last Minute Cruise Holiday Specials
20 Oct 2019by Fine Travel
For holidaymakers looking for a special offer on a cruise holiday, it can feel like you're spoilt for choice. It's difficult to read the newspaper or walk past a travel agency without seeing a cruise discount, deal or special offer. But for all the attention grabbing headlines, the "Last minute" sal...
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When is the Best Time of Year to go to Antarctica
18 Oct 2019by Fine Travel
As a seasonal destination, knowing the right time of year to go to Antarctica is important. There are two other important questions: When to book your Antarctica Cruise and when to book the flights to join your Antarctica Cruise. Where to Go in Antarctica A quick note on "where to go" before we get ...
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The Cost of Business Class Flights Booked with a Travel Agent
17 Oct 2019by Fine Travel
After receiving a few questions from potential Fine Travel clients about the margin we add to discounted Business Class Flights from New Zealand (or any flights from New Zealand) we thought it was a good idea to be upfront, provide a direct answer and clear up any confusion. Travel Agents - But Agen...
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Pros and Cons of Cheap Business Class Flights to the UK and Europe
23 Sep 2019by Fine Travel
When it comes to deciding whether to book one of the cheapest Business Class flights from New Zealand to the UK and Europe, it's important to weigh up the pros and cons of the available options. When we prepared our ranking of the Top 5 Business Class Airfares to the UK and Europe, what stood out wa...
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SeaDream Mediterranean Cruises and Small Ships
10 Sep 2019by Fine Travel
“It’s yachting, not cruising” the SeaDream Yacht Club proudly states – and on closer investigation, their meaning is clear. At a time when cruise holidays are dominated by “mega ships” make headlines and seemingly squeeze an impressive number of passengers into a floating theme park / shopping mall,...
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Our Top 5 Selling Business Class airfares to the UK and Europe of 2019
29 Aug 2019by Fine Travel
Each day at Fine Travel we are asked which airline offers the best Business Class airfares to the UK and Europe for a client's plans. As August generally marks the start of the UK / Europe Earlybird season, and the announcement of 30 June financial results for major airlines such as Air New Zealand ...
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Save More When You Travel: Combine an Airfare and a European River Cruise
21 Aug 2019by Fine Travel
For travellers from New Zealand looking for discounted airfares to the UK / Europe, including discounted Business Class airfares, the start of the Earlybird season is the ideal time to save more by booking your airfares in combination with a European River Cruise. In our earlier blog When is the Bes...
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Discover the Finer Details of Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
12 Aug 2019by Fine Travel
If you're looking to make a UK / Europe itinerary even more special, experiencing the famous Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is high on the list. From overnight journeys to the longer Istanbul itineraries there is a scope to include this exceptional rail journey. Inspired by the Roaring Twenties, thes...
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Qatar Airways Now Flies to Lisbon Portugal
30 Jul 2019by Fine Travel
For Fine Travel clients planning a comprehensive UK / Europe itinerary, the new Qatar Airways service between Doha and Lisbon is a welcome addition to the popular airline's network. In our Fine Travel blog on the benefits of booking an Open Jaw UK / Europe airfare we discussed the savings to be made...
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