Hot Deals: Head to Dublin to see flying feet and frantic fiddles

Riverdance is traditional Irish step dancing.

UNDER $200

Riverdance in Ireland
It's easy to recall the rousing and rhythmic sound of tap shoes and the famous Riverdance performers.

If you plan a trip to Ireland over the next two months, seeing a Riverdance performance in their home country is a must. The troupe is on stage until August 27 at the Abbey Theatre in Dublin. Tickets can be pre-arranged in New Zealand from $150 a person.

Contact: Keith Prowse Travel, freephone 0800 949 490

UNDER $750

Tonga
If you've had enough of winter, thaw out in Tonga.

Special Tonga holiday packages are now on offer at $739 a person twin share, and include return airfares from Auckland, plus four nights accommodation. This deal is valid for travel taken between July 19 and September 19 this year.

Contact: Flight Centre, freephone 0800 747 474

UNDER $2500

Los Angeles
Consider a five-night Los Angeles holiday package that gives you accommodation close to Disneyland.

Get return airfares from Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch and stay at the Anaheim Cortona Inn and Suites from $2099 a person, twin-share. Each child who is under the age of 15 years and with an adult travels from $699.

The bonus is two extra nights free accommodation for travel taken between September 6 and November 30, depending on availability.

This package also includes daily continental breakfast and all ticket taxes and surcharges. Passes to Disneyland can also be arranged, along with tickets to Disney's California Adventure.

This deal must be booked and purchased by July 17 and taken between September 1 and November 30 this year.

Contact: House of Travel, freephone 0800 838 747.

UNDER $7000

Japan
An exclusive tour to Japan, timed to catch magnificent autumnal scenes of gold, red and yellow, is limited to just 20 people and filling fast. Those considering joining the November tour need to save their place promptly. Priced at $6995 a person, this 12-day tour includes traditional accommodation, arts and crafts, gardens, and visits to villages.

Contact: Travelworks, ph (09) 522 0330, or email tours@travelworks.co.nz