Set sail, slow down and savour the journey with cruise escapes and island getaways. Photo / Supplied
Celebrate 153 years of ocean exploration with Holland America Line’s Anniversary Sale, featuring voyages across Alaska, Europe, the Caribbean, Asia and beyond. Travellers can choose from a wide range of itineraries from four to 69 days, with immersive destination experiences, relaxed cruising and the option to enhance their journey with the “Have It All” premium package for added value.
The promotion includes up to 25% off cruise fares, onboard credit of up to US$400 ($685) per stateroom, 50% reduced deposits and reduced fares for third and fourth guests aged 18 and under sharing the same stateroom. Selected sailings include a seven-day Alaska Explorer from $1649 pp and a nine-day Southern Caribbean cruise from $1239 pp, with taxes and fees included. The offer is valid for bookings made from April 2 to June 1, 2026, for departures through April 2027. To book or find out more, visit hollandamerica.com or call 1300 987 322.
Set sail on a luxury ocean journey with Cunard’s First Come, First Served offer, featuring voyages across the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, South America and the Caribbean, including unique Multi-Queen itineraries. From scenic coastlines to cultural capitals, each sailing delivers Cunard’s signature White Star Service, world-class dining and enriching on-board experiences, from expert talks to live entertainment.
Guests can save up to 20% on select 2027 voyages, with example fares including a 14-night British Isles sailing from $5800 pp and a 21-night Mediterranean and Adriatic voyage from $7729 pp in a Balcony Stateroom. The Cunard First Come, First Served Offer is available until June 29, 2026, or until sold out. To book a sailing or view fares, visit: cunard.com/firstcomefirstserved
Discover the rugged beauty and rich history of Tasmania on a six-night cruise with Princess Cruises aboard Royal Princess. Departing from Sydney, this journey visits Eden and Hobart, with scenic cruising through Great Oyster Bay and a visit to historic Port Arthur, before returning to Sydney, offering a relaxed way to explore Australia’s southern island.
Priced from $1519 pp twin share in an Inside Stateroom, the cruise includes main meals, on-board entertainment and A$40 ($48) onboard spending money per stateroom. The cruise departs March 19, 2027 and is on sale until June 30, 2026. Airfares and airport transfers are additional and subject to availability and change without notice. To book or find out more, visit flightcentre.co.nz/product/24253818 or contact Flight Centre on 0800 427 555.
Unwind in peace at Breakas Beach Resort, an adults-only retreat in Vanuatu offering a relaxed, “feet in the sand” escape. Ideal for couples, this beachfront stay combines laid-back island living with cultural experiences, from relaxing by the ocean to discovering local traditions and village life.
House of Travel has a six-night package from $2239 pp twin share, including return Economy Class airfares with Solomon Airlines from Auckland to Port Vila, six nights’ accommodation, return airport transfers, daily breakfast, a local cooking class and a guided cultural village tour. The offer is valid for sale until May 10, 2026 unless sold out prior, with travel from April 30 to June 30, August 1 to September 25, October 12 to December 11, 2026 and February 1 to March 30, 2027. To book or find out more, visit hot.co.nz/vanuatu-breakasresort or call 0800 713 715.
Experience the Gold Coast beyond the beaches with a stay at QT Gold Coast, paired with a full-day food and wine journey through Tamborine Mountain. Discover local flavours on a guided tour featuring boutique wineries, a coffee plantation and a distillery, while enjoying scenic hinterland views and a relaxed gourmet experience.
Priced from $1103 pp twin share, the four-night package includes accommodation in a QT King City View room, free Wi-Fi and The Taste of Tamborine Mountain full-day guided tour with lunch and a drink, wine tasting, coffee plantation tour, distillery tasting, national park fees and pick-up and drop-off from select locations. The offer is valid for sale until March 15, 2027, with travel from April 22 to July 2, July 6 to August 13, August 17 to October 22, November 2 to December 18, 2026 and January 12 to March 31, 2027. To book or find out more, visit helloworld.co.nz/deal/34053/gold-coast-food-and-wine-qt-gold-coast.
