The Unique Donkey Bay Inn – Bay of Islands
22 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
In a spectacular setting overlooking the Bay of Islands is one of New Zealand’s most unique properties. It is everything you never expected. Unique Architecture and Decor Enter through the canary-yellow curved tunnel to a private courtyard shaded by olive trees; a secluded and tranquil place to rela...
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Fine Travel Client Review of Split Apple Retreat
22 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
When looking for somewhere special to stay, there’s often nothing more reassuring than a review from an experienced traveller. We received this review from a client who stayed at Split Apple Retreat as part of a tour of the South Island arranged by Fine Travel. Client Review of Split Apple Retreat T...
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Tips for Booking a New Zealand Luxury Lodge
18 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
New Zealand’s Luxury Lodges and Premium Properties are ideal destinations for a special occasion or a weekend away. Although they offer world leading quality, here are some tips for the current travel environment. Availability – plan ahead One of the interesting challenges we have found when working...
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Golf Holidays at Kinloch Manor and Villas
18 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
Home to New Zealand’s only Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, Kinloch Manor and Villas offers a compelling combination of exceptional golf, accommodation, location and cuisine. Read on for more details and our Stay Play Special Offer (including a bonus round at Wairakei). Where is Kinloch Manors &...
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Maruia River Retreat Wild Game and Seafood Event
18 Sep 2020by Fine Travel
In keeping with its goal of creating unique and educational experiences, Maruia River Retreat presents a signature culinary event - Wilder: a gastronomic tour of NZ wild game and seafood by Resident Chef Gideon. Twice a year, Maruia River Retreat shows its wild side - making the most of its bush and...
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Te Arai Lodge - North Auckland
21 Aug 2020by Fine Travel
Te Arai Lodge offers exclusive luxury accommodation in a spectacular setting overlooking organic gardens, native bush, and rolling countryside to the dunes and distance ocean. Before planning a stay at a Boutique Hotel or Lodge, be sure to read the tips in our Blog: Tips for Booking a New Zealand Lu...
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The Manse Luxury Lodge Hawkes Bay
19 Aug 2020by Fine Travel
Manse Luxury Lodge is set on a hill overlooking the beautiful Heretaunga Plains and focuses on luxury, wine and cuisine (and golf, with host Gary being a professional). The passions of the Owners and Hosts at a Boutique Hotel or Lodge can make all the difference to your experience. At The Manse, hos...
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Pen-y-bryn Lodge Oamaru
10 Aug 2020by Fine Travel
Pen-y-bryn Lodge sits atop South Hill, one of Oamaru’s most sought-after districts. This Victorian heritage lodge offers discerning guests the perfect combination of old-world elegance and modern amenities. As part of Fine Travel's promotion of New Zealand's Boutique Hotels and Lodges, we share some...
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