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Voyages of a Lifetime

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Discover. Explore. Indulge.

Set sail on the voyage of a lifetime this Cruise Month! Whether your dream is to glide along the world's iconic rivers, explore untamed wilderness, bask in luxury at sea, or journey across vast oceans, there's a perfect cruise waiting for you.

Get ready for an extraordinary journey exploring the stunning Mediterranean, the vibrant Caribbean, the exotic Emirates, or the bewitching Northern Europe.

With our October cruise deals, your dream holiday on a perfect cruise awaits. Don't miss out - these offers are only available for a limited time!

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Take our fun Cruise Matchmaker Quiz and find out what style of cruise best matches your personality!

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Set Sail with Inspiration - Download the Cruise Brochure

44 pages of inspiration, expert tips and insider info for your next grand voyage.

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Our Cruise Specialists

Sindy Jones

House of Travel New Plymouth

I've been on overland truck trips for months on end, long extended self-drive adventures, ocean cruises and riverboats, coach tours, small group guided journeys and done independent travel, visiting 60 countries in 6 continents along the way.

I'm always looking forward to my next adventure and love helping clients get the most from theirs.

Sindy

Janine Taylor

House of Travel New Plymouth

I have a passion for travel and have visited a range countries.

I would love to share my experiences with you and help you plan your trip of a lifetime.

Janine

Jazmin Pudney

House of Travel Tauranga: The Crossing

Travel creates happiness and I love to make people happy! I love all aspects of travel-adventure, food, culture, relaxation and most importantly making life long memories.

I pride myself on my organization skills and I have extensive knowledge of travel world. I love creating clients special holidays and will always ensure they have everything they need to have the best holiday!

Jazmin

Mike (Buzz) Thomson

House of Travel Hobsonville

With 20 years experience in the travel industry both here and abroad I use this knowledge every day to create unforgettable journeys for my clients.

I'd love to hear what your plans are and together we'll create a well organised memorable trip.

Mike

Our latest cruise travel blogs

Our favourite River Cruises

River cruising is for everyone! Whether you've done it before, or it's your first time. Here's a list of our favourite river cruises to inspire your next holiday.

Nowegian Cruise Line NCL Sun Aerial Milfordsound

Why choose to cruise?

If you’ve never cruised before, you might be surprised by just how much is packed into one holiday. A cruise isn’t just a way to get from A to B — it’s your transport, your accommodation, your restaurants, your entertainment... all rolled into one seamless, sun-soaked escape.

Is a cruise to Antarctica worth it? Our top reasons to say yes!

Antarctica is like no other place on the planet - icy peaks, spectacular wildlife, and an unspoilt landscape that’ll take your breath away. It’s remote, otherworldly, and an Antarctic cruise doesn’t come cheap. But is it worth it?

Discover the awe-inspiring remote wonders of Antarctica

Jeff Leckey, HOT Cruise ticks off his dream destination and encounters a truly unique polar adventure.

Which cruise ship is right for you?

There’s a whole world of cruising out there – from small-ship luxury and expedition-style adventures to floating mega-resorts with all the bells and whistles. But don’t let that overwhelm you. Let’s make this easy. Start by asking: What kind of cruiser are you?

5 incredible places you'll see on an Alaska cruise

Remote and vast, Alaska is one of the world’s most spectacular destinations. It's an awe-inspiring landscape of snow-dusted peaks, dense forests, striking wildlife and charming historic towns.

Is river cruising right for you?

Unpack once and glide effortlessly into new towns, cultures and cuisines, all from the comfort of your luxurious floating hotel.

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