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Welcome to the first step in your concierge-style travel experience. At the end of this process we will provide you with a personalised itinerary that includes all the elements to make your holiday memorable.

Before completing the form below we encourage you to read the frequently asked questions below. We look forward to hearing from you. (Just flights? Click here.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do you need this information?

Your answers to the questions below allow your Fine Travel Consultant to get to know you and your travel plans (the more information you can provide the better). They will start checking availability and pricing before talking with you further about your travel needs.
What if I’m not ready to make a final reservation?

The form below is not a final reservation – this only happens when you are happy with your personalised itinerary and you tell your Fine Travel consultant to start the booking process. If you are just wanting to see if a holiday fits within your budget please let us know.
Do I just end up with whoever is free in a call centre each time I contact you?

Our goal is to deliver personalised concierge style service and to become your travel agent for life. Your Fine Travel Consultant has over 10 years experience and will be dedicated to meeting your travel needs. You will not be dealing with a different person each time you contact us.
Does Fine mean you are more expensive?

No. Our aim is to provide you with Fine service and a Fine travel experience at an affordable price.
I can just book this myself online can’t I?

In most cases yes. The more important question is, do you want to? A complex itinerary has a lot of dependencies and often one change will require you to make many more, chewing into your value time. Like having a direct line to a High St lawyer, accountant or private banker, working with a Fine Travel consultant provides you with the same level of experience and expertise with your travel plans. So if you miss a connection, your flight is cancelled or you just feel like staying on longer – all you need to do is contact your Fine Travel consultant to handle it for you.

Air New Zealand Recommends Travellers Allow Time for New US Security Measures

The US Department of Homeland Security and Transportation Security Administration implemented new security measures in 2017 and Air New Zealand must comply with them. Extra security measures will be in place for passengers flying to the USA from 21 April 2018.

Air New Zealand's New Direct Flight to Chicago

Air New Zealand has announced its new direct service from Auckland to Chicago from November 2018. For Fine Travel clients looking for discounted Business Class airfares to North America, we share the key details of this new flight.

Planning a South Pacific Holiday Around the 2018 School Holidays

With winter approaching, the 2018 New Zealand School Holidays are a double edged sword: A period to plan for, and a period to plan around. It's important to know when the School Holidays are, and we also share some insight into how to find a South Pacific Island holiday during these traditionally busy times.

Luxury Cruise Line Ponant Expands Antarctica and Expedition Cruise Fleet

When Ponant first offered cruise itineraries from New Zealand, I was interested to learn that it offered Antarctica cruises. My initial impression was that Ponant, a luxury French cruise line, would primarily be a cruise line for the warmer Mediterranean waters and the South Pacific. Learning that it was one of the leading "luxury expedition" cruise lines was an eye opener and explains why Ponant is making an additional commitment to its fleet for Expedition cruises.

Plan Ahead for Discounts on Business Class Flights to the UK & Europe

In my article on the Best Time to Book Business Class airfares to the UK and Europe I discussed how we expected to see the price of the cheapest Business Class flights to the UK and Europe increase over the course of the Earlybird season. As we move closer to the peak travel season the cheapest Business Class booking classes become more scarce - driving up the actual price paid.

Review of Qatar Airways Business Class - New Zealand to UK / Europe

Since starting to fly a Boeing 777-200ER to New Zealand in 2017, Qatar Airways Business Class to the UK and Europe has been one of our most popular options for clients. Fine Travel Consultants have flown Business Class to the UK and Europe with Qatar Airways and experienced an onboard walk around of the Business Class cabin when it is in Auckland.

Reviewing Avalon Waterways Budapest to Amsterdam River Cruises

Fine Travel Founder, Paul Collins, recently experienced an Avalon Waterways River Cruise. With the 2018 Europe Business Class Earlybird airfares underway and Air Credit Specials available with Avalon for 2018 European River Crusies, it is an excellent time to be planning your 2018 European River Cruise plans.

Finding Discounted Air New Zealand Business Class Flights to Europe and The USA

Although our Air New Zealand Business Class specials offer excellent value in comparison to the full retail price, there are other ways to fly in "Business Premier" to Europe or the USA on our national carrier for even less.

A Holiday Experiencing Canada's Wilderness (with a Touch of Luxury)

Through Fine Travel's relationship with specialist travel wholesale partner World Journeys, we are pleased to share with you an insight into their travel experiences, and the expertise we can draw on when planning your holidays. With increased airline competition on routes between New Zealand and North America we are seeing more frequent Business Class discounts, setting up our clients for memorable holidays.

Cathay Pacific's 2018 Business Class Specials to The UK and Europe

In the lead up to the Earlybird season for 2018 Business Class Specials to the UK and Europe, Cathay Pacific's discounted airfares were eagerly anticipated (and have now arrived). Cathay Pacific had previously also released "add-ons" with its specials that appeal to the traveller looking for flexibility in the choice of routes and side trips.