Contiki launches first ever combined 2011-12 Australia & New Zealand program
Contiki Holidays has launched its new 2011/12 Australia and New Zealand brochure offering a comprehensive range of close-to-home holidays for 18 to 35’s.
Deana Marrocco, acting GM sales & marketing, Contiki Holidays said, “New Zealand has long been a very popular place for young Australians to visit due to its close proximity, unspoilt terrain and host of adventure activities on offer. While this interest remains, we are starting to see more and more young Australians realising the amazing wonders they have right on their doorstep.
“This is the first time ever that we have combined Australia and New Zealand itineraries in the one brochure, following a growing trend of young people booking back to back tours in these regions. Providing a one-stop reference for these type of holidays, the 2011/12 Australia and New Zealand brochure makes booking consecutive Australia, New Zealand or Australia and New Zealand tours even easier.
“We are particularly proud of the Australia and New Zealand brochure as it was shot using real Contiki travellers. To source the ‘talent’, we simply posted a call out on our website and were overwhelmed with the numbers who turned up to our casting. The individuals chosen were not models or actors, but real people who we felt embodied the true spirit of Contiki – fun, young and adventurous.
“Using genuine travellers in our imagery started with the 2011/12 Europe brochure, which launched in October. We had such a positive response from the initiative, as people could really identify with those in the images – young travellers just like themselves.
“All the itineraries featured within our Australia and New Zealand program ensure travellers get the most bang for their buck. All of our tours include accommodation, transport, many meals, the services of an experienced crew, sightseeing or orientation tours in each destination and a number of exclusive experiences in one great value package price.
“Our tour managers are passionate experts, whose main objective is to ensure everyone has the trip of a lifetime. From amazing experiences, such as soaring from a bungee in Queenstown, seeing a sunrise over Alice Springs from a hot air balloon, sipping champagne at sunset in Uluru, tasting a ‘Hangi’ feast in Rotorua and loads more, to exceptional eats, our tour managers have all bases covered for a fantastic holiday.
“Our Australia and New Zealand adventures also include ample free time, so travellers can create their own adventure. That may mean exploring the backroads, just relaxing or perhaps taking one of our optional activities with the best rates already negotiated.
“As for accommodation, Contiki’s Australia and New Zealand program features some truly amazing stays ranging from our gorgeous Whitsundays resorts, our Queenstown hotel overlooking spectacular Lake Wakitipu plus some unique Special Stay experiences like our farm-stay or sleeping under the stars in a true blue swag.”
Contiki is the original travel company for 18-35s and have been travelling the world with like-minded people from around the globe since 1962. Contiki crew are the biggest and best trained, and are committed to delivering amazing experiences – they too are passionate travellers who live and breathe Europe. All trips offer the perfect balance of sightseeing, adventure and free time, at the best value possible to ensure that with Contiki, your clients will have the experience of a lifetime.
Contiki’s 2011/12 Australia and New Zealand brochure is available now. For more information visit www.contiki.com.au or contact your local sales manager.