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Whilst on your escorted tour of Australia, it will be hard to tear yourself away from exploring the stunning landscapes and vast wildlife. But if you can, we recommend you find time to hit the shops in Sydney. Shopping in Sydney is not for the faint-hearted. With alluring arcades and gorgeous designer boutiques, Sydney is the ultimate shopping haven. (more…)..

You’ve booked a holiday to New Zealand, you’ve found the perfect tour and your New Zealand itinerary is all set and ready to go. How could it get any better? Well, if you’re seeking out the premium sights and feeling a little bold, then experiencing New Zealand from the air is the ultimate excursion. (more…)..

Where should you visit? Australia is a vast country with many amazing towns and cities, all worthy of a visit. So where to go? Well, heading down under requires a lengthy trip, so we recommend making the most of your journey and spoiling yourself by visiting as many highlights and hidden gems as you can. If that sounds like a lot of planning, don’t panic! Just book on to an Australia group tour, w..

Surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and the Tasman Sea, New Zealand is blessed with 15,000km of stunning coastline. You may be thinking these vast beaches could provide you with all the water sports in New Zealand anyone could want - and you'd be right. However, hidden treasures lie within the landscape in the form New Zealand's 3,820 spectacular lakes. All this makes for one huge playground for any w..

When it comes to wildlife tours, Australia really is the best place to be, with over 378 types of mammals, 828 types of bird, 4,000 types of fish, 300 types of lizards, 140 types of snake and many more calling the land their home. A lot of animals found in Australia are unique to its land, in fact it’s more than 80 per cent, making most encounters once-in-a-lifetime. So, before you travel down und..

On many escorted tours in New Zealand, you’re likely to encounter the cultural influences and traditions of the Maori people. Whether that’s through artwork, guided tours that tell the legacies of the land, or even through sport… Maori culture is highly valued in New Zealand, as is rugby. Interestingly, the two are united in New Zealand, creating Maori Rugby – a version of the sport which renowned..

So you’ve travelled across the world to experience New Zealand, you’ve voyaged on tours to some of the country’s most beautiful sites. Now it’s only natural to want to bring a little bit of New Zealand home with you, a souvenir or two to remember your trip by. Well, when it comes to deciding what souvenirs to buy in New Zealand, you have a great choice. But if you’d like to find something a little..

Planning a trip down under? Well, get ready for the low down on what you should put down and leave behind, before you get to the airport and in duty free. Border Security Australia works both ways. It’s just as important to know what you can take with you, as well as bring back to the UK. So, to make sure your trip of a lifetime isn’t dampened by a disappointing encounter with customs in Australia..

If you’re planning on visiting New Zealand, you need to experience its unique geothermal lands. And the best way to do this is to ensure Rotorua is on your itinerary. Rotorua’s thermal pools and hot springs attract visitors from all over the world wanting to enjoy a relaxing dip in the natural warm baths. Even if your guided tour of New Zealand is during the country’s cooler months, Rotorua’s hot..

Ah The Great Barrier Reef, a natural wonder unlike any other and a must-see destination if you’re visiting Australia. But what if you only have a day free to visit The Great Barrier Reef and discover all of its magical marine land and enchanting coral reefs? Well, fear not, because you can in fact experience everything The Great Barrier Reef has to offer in day. Here’s how… (more…)..