Welcome 2025 with an adventurer’s mindset and book one of this week’s best travel deals.
Party hard in Las Vegas, Panama, and Mexico
Discover Las Vegas, the Panama Canal, and Mexico on this 23-night fly, stay, and cruise holiday with a bonus value of $2500. This jam-packed deal includes international flights to Las Vegas, returning from Seattle, a bonus three-night hotel stay to explore Las Vegas, a one-way flight from Las Vegas to Miami with a one-night hotel stay to explore Miami, an 18-night Grand Voyage and Panama Canal cruise from Miami to Seattle onboard MSC Poesia, and a bonus one-night hotel stay in Seattle. The deal also includes onboard dining across a range of complimentary venues, onboard entertainment including live music and performances, all port taxes and charges and prepaid gratuities.
This exclusive package is valued at $8740 per person and costs from just $7490 per person ex-Auckland. Additional charges apply for Christchurch. Book this deal before January 31, 2025, and sail on April 23, 2026. Contact: My Cruises, call 0800 110 179 or visit mycruises.co.nz
This is the ultimate way to get over those back-to-work blues and start dreaming for your next holiday. Departing Auckland, fly to Fiji where you will spend two nights at Crowne Plaza Nadi Bay. Then embark on a 14-night cruise on Norwegian Sun (Norwegian Cruise Line) where you will see the beautiful Fijian islands, then cross to Australia. Receive four generous more at sea bonuses including premium beverages, specialty dining package, shore excursion credits and a Wi-Fi package for your cruise. Upon arriving in Sydney spend a night at Parkroyal Darling Harbour before flying to Auckland.
Priced from $5449 per person, this deal is on sale until January 21. Flight departs Auckland to Nadi on August 4, 2025. Transfers are additional. Book with Flight Centre to save $2500 per person. Contact: Flight Centre, call 0800 427 555 or visit flightcentre.co.nz
Cruise the beautiful waters from Fiji to Queensland. Photo / Tourism Fiji
Face the unknown in Alaska
Voyage across Alaska in unparalleled style and elegance with Cunard. Flying return from Auckland to Seattle with Air New Zealand, experience the onboard luxuries of Queen Elizabeth on a 10-night adventure. Departing from Seattle, this cruise features awe-inspiring scenic cruising through Glacier Bay, stops at vibrant ports like Juneau, Ketchikan, and Skagway, and includes unforgettable experiences in Alaska’s pristine wilderness. Enhance your journey with one-night pre-and post-cruise stays at Kimpton Hotel Vintage Seattle. Book with a Travel Associates adviser to get a bonus US$470 onboard spending money per stateroom. From $7109pp. On sale until January 20. Cruise departs from Seattle on June 23, 2025. Subject to availability. Contact: Travel Associates, call 0800 951 655 or visit travel-associates.co.nz/cruises
Glacier Bay in Mountains, Alaska, United States. Photo / Getty Images
See the beauty of the Amalfi Coast, Africa, and Iberia
Visit captivating landscapes and cultures with Viking’s eight-day Amalfi Coast, Africa, and Iberia voyage from Rome to Barcelona. Embark on an unforgettable journey through the southern Mediterranean as you explore the lively ports and cities of Italy, Tunisia, and Spain. Marvel at the beauty of the Amalfi Coast as you visit the picturesque town of Salerno. Delve into the rich history of the ancient Roman harbour of Carthage in La Goulette, Tunisia. Explore a diverse array of Mediterranean delights in Valencia, known for its delicious cuisine, including paella, its signature dish.
Pricing starts from $5995pp in a Veranda Stateroom. Companion flies free valued up to A$2400. Plus, receive A$500 shipboard credit. Book before March 31, 2025. Contact: Viking Cruises, call 0800 447 913 or visit vikingcruises.com.au
