Issue 6: Saturday, 25 August 2018
South America on sale
Special newspaper deals this week include an early bird sale byBunnik Tours offering savings of up to $1000 per person for tours booked by October 26. A small group tour specialist, Bunnik is currently promoting South and Central America 2019/20. Small group touring allows you to spend less time waiting around for your fellow travellers to get on and off the bus, less time waiting to check in to your hotel and more time taking in the sights. The 28 day Columbia and Ecuador tour for instance costs $11895pp. Helloworld has a value shorts break sale to Auckland – 4 days from $1055.
Hot cruise specials
The team at Clean Cruising has 500 years of experience between them – and right now they are featuring a number of hot specials. You can, for instance, cruise from $559 – no passport needed. P&0 has a 7 day sale with cruises starting from only $87/day. Choose from either domestic or close to home departures. These deals are not combinable with any other offer. Sale ends 6pm Monday August 27 or until sold out so you’ll have to be quick. This is also the final week of Princess Cruises-Twice as Nice sale, don’t miss out on 50% off deposits and extra on board spending money. More information here
Top deals in brief….
Worldcare is offering 15% of travel insurance policies. Use the promotion code FRENZY and get a quote before August 31.
Thai Airways has a Getaway Sale in the market – book by September 24and travel by May 31 2019. Deals start from $661 to Vietnam and $1062 to Europe.
Don’t forget Trafalgar is offering savings of up to 10% across their 2019 bookings
Tripadeal has released a 15 day explorer package to Europe’s Georgia priced from $3999. This really is a tour with a difference – highlights include visiting the UNESCO listed Ushguli Village, the David Gareja monastery plus Tbilisi and Kvareli.
Five days exploring Dubai
Ifly.net.au has released a 5 Day Explore Dubai Package priced from $1585 per person ex Perth. Check for prices from other states. The package includes: * Return Economy Airfares with Emirates (ex Perth) * 4 Nights Accommodation * 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 3 Dinners * Full time Guide Assistance * Airport Arrival and Departure Transfers * Dubai Full Day Tour * Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner * Al Ain Full Day Tour * Abu Dhabi Full Day Tour * Dhow Cruise Dinner in Dubai. More details here
Last minute saving to Asia
Save up to $500pp on over 110 last minute tours to Asia on sale with Wendy Wu Tours. With selected tours from China, Japan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia there is plenty to choose from but you need to get in quick as they depart soon.
The award-winning tours include return economy flights, accommodation, visas, all or most meals, transportation and sightseeing with English speaking guides. More details, www.wendywutours.com.au
Rail/hotel deals in Europe
With the European summer in its final throes, there’s no better time to enjoy a sojourn in the sun than September. Whether it’s beers in Grand Place, strolls by the Dijver canal, or some serious retail therapy on rue de Bethune, there’s lots to do in Brussels, Bruges and Lille.
Eurostar has handpicked some great train plus hotel packages over the weekends of 8-9 September and 15-16 September 2018. So, you can whizz straight to the heart of the action and stay there. September 7-9 for instance is the Belgian Beer Weekend. The Grand Palace becomes Belgium’s biggest and most beautiful bar as brewers set up their stalls. More information here.
Cruise to great deals
You have to hurry – but MSC Cruises is offering big discounts (Up to 40%) on three grand journeys. Booking deadline is August, 29. 2018. On March 15, 2019.
Fantasia heads off on an 18 night cruise ex Rio De Janeiro heading for Spain. Deals include Inside from AU$1,299pp, Oceanview from AU$1,539pp, Balcony from AU$2,319pp. Or, how about a 10 night Mediterranean cruise ex Genoa visiting Italy, France, Spain and Malta.
Deals include inside from AU$899pp Oceanview from AU$1,079pp* | Balcony from US$1,369pp. More details here.
Explore Japan for 10 days
Japan is growing rapidly in popularity as people finally realise it is excellent value these days. Kogan has released a 10 day tour for $2799pp. From postcard-worthy views of Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island to selfies with one of the 1200 tame sika deer in Nara Park and iconic wonders in Hiroshima, you’ll uncover hidden gems on this journey to Japan’s most iconic cities. Pay your respects at the Peace Memorial Park and Museum in the reborn city of Hiroshima. See some of the best castles that Japan has to offer. Stand in awe of Kyoto’s glittering Kinkuji, famously known as the Golden Pavilion, and the iconic Arashiyama Bamboo Sea. Enjoy a visit to the glittering Lake Ashi and 5th Station, complete with panoramic views of Mt. Fuji. More details here
Free flights to Europe
Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours is offering free flights to Europe. The deal ends on August 31 unless sold out prior.
Examples of the program include Jewels of Europe, a 15 day cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest priced from $6695pp all inclusive or upgrade to a balcony suite from $9140pp. Butler service to all guests is included along with all tipping and gratuities. More details here.
Four travel, only three pay
OUI.sncf is the online travel agency of SNCF throughout France and Europe. You can use the site to plan your journeys, book train tickets and hotels. On offer are group deals and discount cards. Here are some examples: OUIGO: low cost. Travel at high speed from Paris to multiple destinations in France from 10€. TGV Group offer: When youtravel with TGV in a group of four, you only pay three tickets! Tell your friends. Discount cards: Get a guaranteed 25% off your travels in France and some international cities. Car rental: Pick-up your car at a station and enjoy an exclusive discount. Best price finder: Look up the best day to travel, depending on your budget. Switzerland: When you travel in a group from three to five, the more you are the less you pay (from 30€ p.p)
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