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Tuesday 26 February 2013

Flight Centre: NZ Ski deals, Contiki’s Italian Espresso, New York Uncovered

Coronet Ski fields

SKI DEALS RELEASED FOR NEW ZEALAND 

SWAP your sunglasses for ski goggles to carve up New Zealand's ski fields this winter, where the snowfall is in abundance and the après-ski scene is fashionable.

From June to October, the ski resorts of Queenstown, Wanaka, Mt Hutt and Mt Ruapehu serve up the perfect combination of flat, medium and steep terrains for beginners and experts, as well as ideal weather conditions and fewer crowds.

To help snow bunnies jump start their ski holiday plans, Flight Centre has put together a blizzard of great value packages, with its partners Tourism New Zealand and Air New Zealand.

See examples below, available to book until March 11.

Wanaka - Stay 7, Pay 6

From $379* per person quad share, this package includes seven nights’ accommodation at the 5-star Base backpackers in an Ensuite Room, plus a two-day ONEPASSNZ liftpass.

Valid for travel from July 10 to September 30, 2013.

See: http://www.flightcentre.com.au/hotel/product/Wanaka-2640475

Mt Hutt - Stay 6, Pay 5

From $419* per person quad share, this package includes six nights’ accommodation at the Mt Hutt Motel in a Studio Room, plus a two-day NZSuperpass liftpass.

Valid for travel from July 1 to September 30, 2013.

See: http://www.flightcentre.com.au/hotel/product/Mount+Hutt-2640477

Mt Ruapehu - Stay 6, Pay 5

From $435* per person quad share, this package includes six nights’ accommodation at the 3.5-star Plateau Lodge in an Ensuite Room, plus a two-day Mt Ruapehu Lift and Activity pass.

Valid for travel from July 10 to September 30, 2013.

See: http://www.flightcentre.com.au/hotel/product/Mount+Ruapehu-2640472

Queenstown - Stay 7, Pay 6

From $535* per person quad share, this package includes seven nights’ accommodation at the 4.5-star Garden Court Suites in a Two Bedroom Courtyard Room, plus a two-day NZSUPERPASS liftpass.

Valid for travel from August 2 to September 30, 2013.

See: http://www.flightcentre.com.au/hotel/product/Queenstown-2640474

Airfares to New Zealand are not included, but can be arranged in conjunction with these packages.

Phone Flight Centre 1300 939 414 or see www.flightcentre.com.au.

*Prices are subject to change and availability. Conditions apply.




ITALIAN ESPRESSO


SIMILAR to a shot of black coffee, Contiki’s Italian Espresso tour packs a punch, giving travellers a short, yet strong taste of Italy.

Available at Flight Centre, this eight-day tour starts in Rome and takes travellers to some of Italy’s greatest cities including San Gimignano, Florence, Pisa and Venice for a taste of the rich Italian culture.

Highlights include a pizza making class with the locals, a shopping experience at Barberino fashion outlet, a visit to the famous Vatican City, a private boat ride through the canals of Venice and relaxed pace walking tours in most cities.

Priced from $1119* per person twin share, the journey includes seven nights’ accommodation at a 3-star hotel, breakfast daily, three 3-course dinners, services of a tour manger and driver, transport in an air-conditioned coach and sightseeing as per itinerary.

Airfares to Rome are not included, but can be booked by Flight Centre.

The first tour for the summer season starts in Rome on April 13, 2013.

Other departures are available until March 22, 2014.

Bookings can be made until December 30, 2013.

Phone Flight Centre on 1300 939 414 for more details.

*Price is subject to change and availability at the time of booking.




TAKE A BITE FROM THE BIG APPLE

WANNABE NEW YORKERS can wander down Fifth Avenue, take in the Manhattan skyline and learn the tricks to hailing a yellow cab in the city that never sleeps.

Flight Centre is offering a four-day New York Uncovered adventure, led by Contiki, which uncovers the top spots of the big apple, from Times Square to Tiffany’s, as well as offering plenty of time for travellers to worm their way through the city.

Sightseeing highlights include The Empire State Building, the Rockefeller Centre, the World Trade Centre memorial site and the Statue of Liberty, as well as the hustle and bustle of the energetic city.

Priced from $915* per person twin share and include three nights’ hotel accommodation, two breakfasts, one dinner, a seven-day Metro pass, local taxes and all sightseeing as per itinerary.

Airfares to New York City are not included, but can be arranged by Flight Centre in conjunction with this trip.

Trips are scheduled between September 11, 2013 and February 25, 2014.

Booking must be made before December 30, 2013.

Phone Flight Centre on 1300 939 414 for more details.

*Price is subject to change and availability at the time of booking.

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