Christmas holidaying on a budget

By VICTORIA BARTLE


Under $530

Three nights off work and a break from Christmas shopping relaxing in Noumea - that's the last-minute deal on sale until Monday December 15.

Starting at $529 a person, share twin, the package includes return airfares from Auckland, three nights accommodation and return airport transfers.

Contact: Great Holiday Escape, freephone 0800 446 543.

Under $1200

A holiday in Bali from $1199 a person, share twin. Flying with Garuda Indonesia from Auckland only, the deal includes nine nights at the Legian Village Hotel. All bookings include daily continental breakfast. Available for travel January 11 to March 31 next year. Sales until January 30.

Contact: 0800 468 332 or see travel

Under $2000

Travel to Britain or one of eight destinations in Europe from $1999 a person, with a choice of bonuses ranging from two free nights in Singapore to a seven-day rental car bargain in Britain, accommodation in London, or a discount off a coach tour. Every couple receives $400 worth of duty-free discount vouchers.

Air travel is with Singapore Airlines, based on two people travelling together. On sale until Monday December 15.

Contact: House of Travel Takapuna, freephone 0800 825 2786.

Under $2200

Six summer cruises with P&O aboard the Pacific Princess are available during January and March, with 9, 10, 11 or 12-night cruise options from only $2179 a person, including return airfares to Sydney, main meals, accommodation and entertainment.

Contact: 0800 468 332 or see travel

Under $2300

Return travel to Athens starts at $2289 a person, twin share from Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch, and includes three nights' accommodation with breakfast and a sightseeing tour.

Contact: Flight Centre, freephone 0800 354 448.