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Plan your 2025 adventures to Japan, China, United States and Fiji with these travel deals

By Mauriz Coronel
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27 Jan, 2025 04:00 PM4 mins to read

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Explore Japan and other destinations with Intrepid's big sale.

Explore Japan and other destinations with Intrepid's big sale.

Make this year full of adventures and discovery with this week’s travel deals.

Save big on your 2025 adventures

Intrepid Travel is starting 2025 with a bang by running its highly anticipated Big Sale, offering up to 20% off an array of unforgettable small-group adventures worldwide.

Top sale trips include Japan Real Food Adventure, which was originally priced at $7595, now available from $6076 per person twin share, 25-Day Spain, Portugal and Morocco, now available from $5604 per person twin share, and Turkey Encompassed, now available from $4384 per person twin share. Whether it’s exploring Japan’s rich culinary history, uncovering the charm of Spain, Portugal and Morocco, or experiencing the thrill of a Tanzanian safari, each trip promises unparalleled experiences led by local experts, carefully crafted to highlight local cultures and landscapes. Book these deals and get up to 20% off from today until February 12, 2025. Contact: Intrepid Travel. Call 0800 600 610 or visit intrepidtravel.com/au/big-sale

Eat Japan's best food in this tour. Photo / Intrepid
Eat Japan's best food in this tour. Photo / Intrepid
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Discover China’s wonders

Explore China with On the Go Tours on this eight-day adventure from Beijing. Tour highlights include visiting the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Huanghuacheng Great Wall, the Terracotta Warriors in Xian, and the Longmen Caves in Luoyang. Enjoy cultural experiences like a Chinese acrobatic performance, a bike ride along Xian’s City Wall, and a kung fu show at a Shaolin Monastery. Travel by high-speed train to Luoyang and experience local flavours in Old City Shizi St. Book now to save 50%.

From $2199 per person, this deal is on sale until February 3. Departs from Beijing on selected dates between March 8 to May 3, 2025. Airfares are additional. Contact: Flight Centre, call 0800 427 555 or visit flightcentre.co.nz/product/20035311

See the beauty of China with this week-long trip. Photo / Getty Images
See the beauty of China with this week-long trip. Photo / Getty Images

Fly and stay in style in Fiji

Escape to the stunning Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa, a five-star haven where French elegance meets Fijian beauty. Flying Fiji Airways from Auckland, spend five nights in a Luxury King Room with ocean views and enjoy daily breakfast, a replenished minibar, and a daily FJD100 credit for food, beverages, and spa treatments. Your package includes private airport transfers, and a bonus Day Pass to the exclusive Waitui Beach Club. Relax and unwind in style at this luxurious beachfront retreat.

From $2869 per person, this deal is on sale until February 7. Travel between October 26 to November 30, 2025. Subject to availability. Contact: Travel Associates, call 0800 951 65 or visit travel-associates.co.nz

Swim and tan in Sofitel Fiji's pool. Photo / Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa
Swim and tan in Sofitel Fiji's pool. Photo / Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa

Fly to North America for less

Kiwis planning an all-American holiday can snag a great deal with American Airlines’ North America fare sale. Get roundtrip direct flights to popular American cities and destinations for a fraction of the price. Book flights from Auckland to Los Angeles (LAX) for as low as $1397 roundtrip; to New York (JFK) from $1766 roundtrip; and to Las Vegas (LAS) from $1657 roundtrip. Sale also includes flights from Christchurch and Queenstown. Book your flights before February 3, 2025. Limited availability and travel dates. Terms and conditions apply. Contact: American Airlines. Visit aa.com/en-nz/flights-to-united-states

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Save money on discounted flights to United States with American Airlines. Photo / Supplied
Save money on discounted flights to United States with American Airlines. Photo / Supplied

Indulge in Fiji’s tropical waters

Nestled in its own 44ha private island, conveniently connected to the main island by a causeway, Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji is just a 45-minute drive from Nadi International Airport. The resort offers a pristine blue lagoon packed with coral and sea life, palm-fringed white-sand beaches, tropical gardens and magnificent ocean views.

House of Travel has a seven-night package starting from $2859 per person, share twin. Kids fly from $349 per child (2-11yrs, max 2 kids). This includes return Fiji Airways Value flights from Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch, seven nights’ accommodation, return Nadi Airport transfers, breakfast daily plus a FJ$1000 Food and Beverage Credit.

Valid for sale until February 9, 2025, unless sold out prior. Travel: February 7 to March 31, 2025. Contact: House of Travel, call 0800 713 715 or visit houseoftravel.co.nz/deals

Treat yourself to a luxury vacation in Shangri-La's Fijian Resort. Photo / Shangri-La's Fijian Resort
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