Australia and Oceania Travel Deals

Cheapest long distance bus fares for travel in June and July starting from a tiny NZ $1.70, including booking fee. These hot fares apply for Naked Bus routes all around New Zealand.

While these low fares are available throughout the North and South islands, I found good availability on the following routes:

- Napier to Taupo
- Palmerston North to Wellington
- Auckland to Rotorua

This offer is currently only available to book on dates up until July 21, however I did find out that further dates for travel throughout the year will be released at the end of May.

How to book: Click below to book direct through Naked Bus. Select NZ$1 fares each way. Please note, currency on this site is listed in New Zealand dollars.

Please visit the below website for terms and conditions.

If you're entertaining the idea of a trip to Australia, here's a deal you need to know about. It could save you more than $800, depending on your itinerary.

For flights from San Francisco or L.A., Qantas' $1099 AirPass lets you fly to Australia -- plus up to 3 additional cities within Australia -- so it's like getting 4 cities for the price of 1. Choose from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Hobart, Launceston, Canberra, Adelaide, Gold Coast and Newcastle.

But consider this: If you include a visit to the beautiful island of Tasmania during your trip, you can get the Qantas Aussie AirPass starting at $999* (the savings is in the form of $100 rebate).

To get the $999* AirPass deal:

Depart through May 31 or Aug. 1-31
Restrict your domestic flights to within Qantas' Zone 1 (those cities listed above in paragraph 2; many other cities available starting at +$300)
Include Hobart or Launceston, Tasmania, on your itinerary
Book your ticket by May 31 and complete all travel by Oct. 31.

Moorea is rarely featured in travel specials from the East Coast! But this phenomenal $1399 deal from Air Tahiti Nui includes airfare from New York City along with 5 nights at the plush InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa.
The plane ticket alone normally costs hundreds more than this package. So this deal saves you at least $1200.

Air Tahiti Nui's $1399 Moorea package includes:
* Roundtrip airfare to Papeete from New York City on Air Tahiti Nui
* Inter-island ferry (Tahiti to/from Moorea)
* 5 nights accommodations at the InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa * Roundtrip airport-hotel and hotel-pier transfer
* Welcome flower lei
* Room tax and VAT
* All transfers and baggage handling

To get this deal, depart Monday or Friday from New York City through May 31 and between Nov. 1 and Dec. 10.

The airlines are doing their best to out-do each other this week, so there is number of good airfares up for grabs from Qantas and Tiger Airways, all offering top deals on flights to destinations across Australia. Flights are available for as low as $29 one way, including taxes.

Here's a snapshot of the best deals currently available (prices listed are one way, including tax):

Qantas:

Sydney to/from Canberra, 21 Mar to 26 Jun ... $83
Sydney to/from Brisbane, 21 Mar to 26 Jun ... $89
Sydney to/from Gold Coast, 21 Mar to 26 Jun ... $95
Tiger Airways:

Melbourne to/from Adelaide, 1 Jun to 25 Oct ... $39
Melbourne to/from Alice Springs, 1 Aug to 25 Oct ... $59
Melbourne to/from Rockhampton 1 Aug to 25 Oct ... $59

tip: Flight Centre is also offering 1 children's flight FREE when an adult Qantas flight is booked. There is only a limited number of free seats available and this special must be booked in store.


How to book: To make your booking, go to the website for your chosen airline listed above.

ONLY AVAILABLE TO CANADA RESIDENTS. You can save $1000 with this pass! Includes flights on Qantas Airways from Los Angeles or San Francisco and up to 3 bonus flights to your choice of many additional cities in Australia -- Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Hobart, Newcastle and Launceston.

To get this deal, you must depart for Australia between May 1-31 or Aug. 1-31 and restrict your domestic flights to Qantas Airways' "Zone 1" (those cities shown above). You may fly to cities in other zones starting at $300-$500 more.

You must book the Qantas Airways Aussie AirPass by June 30, 2008.

Air New Zealand's new sale lets you fly from Los Angeles or San Francisco to Auckland for a little as $900 roundtrip -- by far the lowest fare currently for this route.
But that's not all: This sale also allows you to visit up to 3 cities in New Zealand for just $120 more.

The lowest fares can be found traveling Tuesday-Friday and Sunday April 20-30, and every day in May. Additional taxes and fees of approximately $67 apply.

Note: If you choose to stay in Auckland, you may select 2 additional stopovers. If Auckland is just a connection point, you may select 3 cities to stop in.

Book by Jan. 31.

Experience legendary Polynesian hospitality with Air Tahiti Nui's award-winning in-flight service. Fly from New York/JFK to Papeete, French Polynesia (Tahiti)* round trip in Economy Class for just 30,000 AAdvantage® miles and discover the seclusion and authenticity of Tahiti and her Islands. Relax and enjoy romantic sunsets, turquoise lagoons, and white sand beaches. Save up to 45,000 miles with this special award!** But hurry, this offer is only valid until May, so start your travel planning today.

As part of its Winter Sale, Accor Hotels is offering up to 80% OFF the full rate for properties right across Australia on various dates during June and July.

Our favourites were these value-for-money city stays:

Hotel Ibis Perth ...$69
Hotel Ibis Melbourne ... $69
Hotel Ibis Newcastle ... $69
Mercure Hotel Geelong ... $89
Mercure Hotel Hobart ... $89
The Menzies Sydney ... $109
Novotel Twin Waters Resort Sunshine Coast ... $109

Using the promotional "Cool Rates. Hot Prize" banner on the Accor website, click on the hotel name to view availability on each rate.

If you book these winter rates with Accor during June and July, you will also go into a draw to win 5 nights accommodation at the Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa including breakfast and return airfares. Entry is open to Australian and New Zealand residents. For full terms and conditions of the promotion, check the Accor website.

SAVE at least 40% on the current room rates when you book a 3-night escape for just $299 per room at the beachfront Benjor Beach Club in Port Vila Vanuatu. That's quite a steal when you consider that you would normally pay $240 to stay for one night at this property.

This land-only package includes accommodation in a luxury one-bedroom villa at Benjor, and to make your stay a little nicer, you will also receive flowers and punch in your room.

The only catch is that you have to dine at least once in the resort's officer's club (lunch or dinner) and you must book and travel within 6 weeks as there is only a limited allocation available.

Valid for stays until 15 December.

How to book: For more information on this property, click below. Click the link at the top of the page to view the latest specials. Call the hotel direct to make your reservation on 0011 678 26078 or email benjoraustralia@ozemail.com.au.

About the property: The Benjor Beach Club is part of a 23 acre property, facing a secluded coral reef and 650m of beachfront, with numerous private beaches. All rooms are oceanfront with private sundecks.

This offer does not include flights.

Rydges Hobart "Winter Warmer":

>>> From $175 per night:
Book your escape now and save. Winter is the perfect time to visit Tasmania... crisp clean air, snow capped mountains, mouth-watering seafood, Tassie red wine and much more...

>>> INCLUDES:
Overnight accommodation in a Antique Suite with 4 poster bed.
Complimentary drink on arrival in the Manor Bar.
Complimentary parking.
Fully cooked breakfast served to your table.

Valid: Wednesday, 30 April to Sunday, 31 August 2008.
Location: Rydges Hobart.

Terms & Conditions:
Subject to availability. Maximum 2 adults per room.

CONTACT DETAILS:

Cnr Argyle Street & Lewis Street
Hobart - TAS 7000

Reservations:
Aus: 1300 857 922
NZ: 0800 446 187
Overseas: (+61 2) 9261 4929

Dance to the beat of the Native Beats drum with this incredible deal from Best Cruises. Sailing on the P&O Pacific Sun, you can cruise 10 nights from $575 in an Inside Quad cabin (inc tax, based on 4 sharing), visiting islands in Fiji and Tonga on a return trip departing from Auckland. That's 65% OFF the regular price and fares we're seeing elsewhere.

4-Share Inside, from $575
4-Share Outside, from $725
2-Share Inside, from $675
2-Share Outside, from $825

The fares include all port charges and taxes, meals and entertainment.

The Native Beats itinerary sails from Auckland return, visiting Dravuni Island and Suva, Fiji and Vava'u and Nuku'alofa, Tonga.

The Pacific Sun features a range of restaurants and eateries to suit almost any taste, a show lounge and cinema, casino, clubs and bars, library and internet facilities, duty and tax-free shopping, two pools with a two-storey waterslide and whirlpool spas, kid-free sunbathing deck and alfresco bar, gym and jogging track, health and beauty spas, and a kids club and activity centre.

The Spirit of Tasmania is offering seats on night sailings between Melbourne and Devonport (Tasmania) for only $69 per person, one way, for night sailings throughout winter - that's 50% OFF the regular price.

The $69 fare applies to Ocean View Recliner tickets, with tickets for the 3-4 Berth Cabin fares also HALF PRICE - down to $106 per person, one way.

Night sailings on the Spirit of Tasmania depart at 8pm, and arrive in Devonport at 7am the next day. For an additional fee, the ship also transports pets and vehicles each way.

Book by 30 June 2008 to secure this great deal!

Thredbo Alpine Hotel is offering a special Weekend - Bed & Breakfast Package.

Starting from $145 per night, enjoy their bed & breakfast package while you explore the alpine region at Thredbo.

>>> INCLUDES:
Overnight accommodation
Full buffet breakfast for two adults

Valid: until Thursday, 5 June 2008.

Terms & Conditions:
Credit card will be charged for the first nights accommodation at time of booking. Cancellation refunds are at managements discreation.

Enjoy 3 nights in a waterfront bugalow, 4 nights at Crusoe's resort and 4 days sailing the Fijian Islands! This is a great deal considering that roundtrip airfare from LA to Fiji alone costs close to $1,200!

Many people think of Fiji as one island, but in fact the South Pacific nation is a group of more than 800 islands and islets, most of which tourists never see.

Journey Pacific sells a seven-night package to Fiji that takes travelers not only to the main island of Viti Levu, but also to the Yasawa Group, a cluster of volcanic islands about a day's sail away.

The itinerary includes:
* 3 nights at the Barefoot Lodge on Drawaqa Island in the Yasawas
* 4 days sailing aboard the Spirit of the Pacific, a 108-foot topsail schooner.
* The remaining four nights are on Viti Levu in an ocean-view bungalow at Crusoe's Retreat along the island's southwestern Coral Coast.

This deal covers:
* Air Pacific flights from L.A. to Nadi
* All transfers
* Three nights in a waterfront bungalow at the Barefoot Lodge
* All meals
* Shore excursions
* Snorkeling equipment
* Evening activities
* Four nights at Crusoe's Retreat resort with breakfasts.

Other Gateways: San Francisco; Chicago, New York -- call to find out about prices.
Contact: Journey Pacific, 800/704-7094.

Los Angeles to Rarotonga, Cook Islands


Price: From $937* per person


Sales Period: to 31 May 08

Travel Period: commencing 01 Jul 07 - 31 May 08

Two Easy Options to Book

Business Class airfares begin at $3,506* round trip per person.

Book your trip early to get the best price and choice of dates. Visiting the South Pacific has never been so easy and affordable.



Air New Zealand offers our best fares on the web site. If you prefer to speak with a specialist, please contact our customer support center at 1-800-262-1234. Higher airfares will apply to bookings made over the telephone.

Visiting the South Pacific has never been so easy and affordable!

WHAT: Los Angeles to Fiji from $937 per person (non-stop flight)

WHERE: Destination: Nadi, Fiji

WHEN BOOK BY: May 31, 2008

WHEN TRAVEL BY: July 1, 2007 - May 31, 2008

Book your trip early to get the best price and choice of dates.

Two Easy Options to Book:
-To book a round trip airfare only please use the fare finder
-Customize your own vacation package by selecting the Vacation Packages tab in the fare finder

--Air New Zealand offers our best fares on the web site. If you prefer to speak with a specialist, please contact our customer support center at 1-800-262-1234. Higher airfares will apply to bookings made over the telephone

Ozcruising is offering a 7-night Tassie cruise on board Royal Caribbean's Rhapsody Of The Seas for as little as $762 per person (based on 4 sharing). Elsewhere, exactly the same cruise is being advertised for over $1000.

Departing Sydney on 6 January, 2009, this cruise will stop at Hobart, Port Arthur, Burnie and Melbourne, before making its way back to Sydney.

The lowest price is based on an inside quad cabin, but alternatively, you can book an interior twin cabin for $959 per person, based on two sharing.

Singaporean Airline subsidiary Tiger Airways has finally launched its domestic flight campaign to Australia as of today 23 Oct.2007.

As per advertisements following flights are unimaginably by far the cheapest in domestic fairs accross Australia but it wont last for long.






Melbourne to the following destinations and vice versa cost only A$19.95 one way:
Adelaide
Alice Springs
Canberra
Gold Coast
Hobart
Mackay
Newcastle
Rockhampton

Please see website for conditions and details .


Alice Springs A$19.95*
Canberra A$19.95*
Gold Coast A$19.95*
Hobart A$19.95*

Mackay A$19.95*
Newcastle A$19.95*
Rockhampton A$19.95*

Air New Zealand offers our best fares on the web site. If you prefer to speak with a specialist, please contact our customer support center at 1-800-262-1234. Higher airfares will apply to bookings made over the telephone

Anzcro is currently offering a fantastic package to explore the best of New Zealand: a 14-day break including return flights and motorhome hire for just £719 per person. We?ve seen accommodation-only prices for around this rate.

Departing on select dates between 3 May and 11 June, you?ll fly with Air New Zealand from London Heathrow to Auckland.

Two-berth motorhome hire is included in the price. Features include fold-down beds, cooking facilities and water storage. The departure and drop-off point is Auckland.

This break is designed to make the most of New Zealand's stunning scenery.

How to book: To book this offer with Anzcro, call 01872 266 899.

Price: from $937* per person
Destination: Nadi, Fiji
Sales Period: to 31 May 08
Travel Period: commencing 01 Jul 07 - 31 May 08

* TERMS & CONDITIONS

PLEASE READ THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SITE. By using this site, you signify you have read and accept these terms and conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, do not use the site.

Fare/Pricing Details - Round trip economy class airfare per person on specified Air New Zealand operated flights between the USA and The South Pacific Islands. Fare is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Fare Listings are for general information only and not a reflection of current seat availability.

Taxes - Includes fuel surcharge. Excludes Government fees and taxes of up to $86 USD, depending on routing, which encompasses the Passenger Facility Charge of $4.50 and the September 11 Security Fee of $2.50 USD per person per enplanement in the USA to a maximum of $10.00 USD. Taxes are subject to currency exchange fluctuation and may vary from the estimated taxes shown. Other terms & conditions apply.

Cancellations/Changes - Changes are permitted for $100 change penalty subject to booking class availability. A service fee of $50 USD per transaction will apply to changes.. New ticket must be of equal or greater value than original ticket. Contact Air New Zealand. Ticket is non-endorse able, non-transferable. After ticketing $300 cancellation fee applies. Partially used tickets are non-refundable. Other restrictions may apply.

Stopovers -none.

Viva Macau is a new Macau-based budget airline. It offers great deals between Macau and Sydney. If you book early, one way fare is AU$315 + tax, which is cheaper than regular airlines.

Macau is only an one-hour ferry ride away from Hong Kong (about AU$22), and no visa is required for Australians. It is a gateway to Hong Kong and China.

You may want to consider our Business Class seating when travelling to Rarotonga, Cook Islands.

Air New Zealand offers our best fares on the web site. If you prefer to speak with a specialist, please contact our customer support center at 1-800-262-1234. Higher airfares will apply to bookings made over the telephone.

Rydges Oasis Resort Caloundra Bed And Breakfast Weekend Package:

From $155 per night:
Escape for a short break and relax. Pamper yourself in your private double spa bath then treat yourself the next morning to an alfresco dining experience with breakfast at the Deck Restaurant.

>>> INCLUDES:
Overnight accommodation
Full buffet breakfast

Valid: Saturday, 26 January to Wednesday, 24 December 2008.
Location: Rydges Oasis Resort Caloundra, Queensland.

Terms & Conditions:
Based on 2 adults, twin share. Subject to availability.

>>> Contact:
Landsborough Parade
Golden Beach
Caloundra
QLD 4551

If you can be flexible with your travel dates, you could bag one of Air New Zealand's bargain airfares to a choice of destinations for just $149 one way, including tax. There are only limited seats available at this price -- so they are likely to dissappear fast!

The discounted fares are available on the following routes and dates:

Sydney to Dunedin, 1-14 September
Sydney to Christchurch, 5-18 May
Brisbane to Queenstown, 28 July - 10 August
Brisbane to Wellington, 16-29 June
Brisbane to Hamilton, 2-8 June

You need to select the $26 pre-tax fares for Sydney departures in each direction to get the best deal.

As the taxes vary slightly in each direction, your return flight works out at slightly less than $149 each way -- the total should come to around $274 return, including tax for Sydney departures .

Air New Zealand offers our best fares on the web site. If you prefer to speak with a specialist, please contact our customer support center at 1-800-262-1234. Higher airfares will apply to bookings made over the telephone.

Brisbane or Sydney to Palmerston North
Travel dates: Fridays 1-30 Apr; Mondays/Wednesdays from 26 May


Charter carrier OzJet is offering flights across the Tasman to Palmerston North for just $199 one way, including tax -- that's a saving of up to $135 on the regular fare!
This airfare is valid for Friday departures during April from Brisbane and departures on Monday and Wednesday from 26 May from Sydney.

Palmerston North is the main city of the Manawatu-Wanganui region on the North Island. From here you'll have access to the country's magnificent rivers, forested ranges, deep gorges and long stretches of surf beach.

Fly to Gold Coast (Brisbane) with AirAsia X

No-frills low cost long haul
Economy seat and XL seat
Assigned seating with advance seat request option
Pre-ordered full meals are available including Asian, Western, Vegetarian and Kid's Meal. Light snacks are also available for purchase onboard
Attractive rate for pre-purchase checked baggage

- Reliable well-maintained vehicles with maximum safety features
- Small to large vehicles, including an 8-seater
- Pickup and delivery from Wellington Airport, 'Interislander' Ferry Terminal, and central Wellington
- Rates from $30 - $90 daily depending on size*.
- Rates include unlimited mileage and insurance
- All vehicles covered by AA Rescue Service.

If you book a First Certificate or Advanced Certificate Preperation course starting on 8th of September 2008 you will get a free Fraser Island trip for it.

The very good language school is located on the Gold Coast close to Surfers Paradies.