Hot travel deals: England and Wales road trip, Hilton Fiji beach resort, Azamara Japan to New Zealand cruise, Bora Bora luxury escape, and Waikiki beach stay
Mauriz Coronel
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Pick your next adventures and travel around the world with these five deals.
Pick your next adventures and travel around the world with these five deals.
Northwest England road trip
Discover the charm of Northwest England and Wales on this 10-day, nine-night self-drive journey, exploring vibrant cities, historic castles and the scenic beauty of the Lake District. Stay in a selection of three- and four-star twin share accommodation, with time in Manchester, Chester, North Wales, Liverpooland the Lake District, enjoying a blend of culture, heritage and countryside at your own pace.
Priced from $5539pp twin share, the package includes three nights at Dakota Hotel Manchester or similar, one night at Hotel Indigo Chester or similar, two nights at St George’s Hotel North Wales or similar, one night at Hard Days Night Hotel Liverpool or similar, and two nights at Merewood Hotel in the Lake District or similar, with breakfast daily. Inclusions feature a Visit Manchester Pass, admission to Bodnant Gardens, Conwy Castle, Portmeirion village, The Beatles Story and Muncaster Castle, return tickets on the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways, a Windermere lake cruise, a tour at The Lakes Distillery and 10 days of Avis car hire in a Vauxhall Corsa or similar. Travel July 1 to August 25, 2026. Valid for sale until March 31. To book or find out more, visit helloworld.co.nz/deal/33697/northwest-england-and-wales-10-day9-night-north-west-england-and-wales-self-drive.
Journey through Northwest England on a self-drive journey, taking in Muncaster Castle in Cumbria. Photo / Getty Images
Everything about the Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa exudes effortless luxury paired with traditional Fijian hospitality. Stretching along 2.5km of beachfront, the resort offers relaxed island living with the convenience of the scheduled Bula Express golf cart shuttle service, transporting guests between their rooms and resort facilities.
House of Travel has a four-night package from $1999pp twin share, including return economy class (The Works) airfares with Air New Zealand from Auckland to Nadi, four nights’ accommodation, return Nadi airport transfers, buffet breakfast daily, one 60-minute massage per stay and one one-course lunch at Nuku for two adults once per stay. Valid for sale until March 16, unless sold out earlier. Travel April 22 to May 11, 2026. To book, visit hot.co.nz/fiji-hiltonbeach or call 0800 713 715.
Experience unmatched luxury with Hilton Fiji Beach Resort.
Sail Japan to New Zealand
Embark on a 78-day Japan to New Zealand Grand Voyage aboard Azamara Pursuit, departing Tokyo on October 2, 2026. Designed for travellers seeking depth, discovery and effortless luxury, this multi-continent journey combines immersive destination experiences, extended time in port and boutique-style cruising from Asia to Australia and New Zealand, with every detail thoughtfully managed for a seamless adventure.
Priced from $50,049pp in an Oceanview Stateroom, the voyage includes a variety of dining venues and 24-hour room service, beer, wine and spirits all day and night, Signature AzAmazing Evenings, unlimited self-service laundry and onboard gratuities. Bonus inclusions feature US$1200 shore excursion credit, unlimited Wi-Fi for two devices per stateroom, a premium drinks package for two per stateroom and an air credit. To book or find out more, visit worldtravellers.co.nz/deals/cruise/azamara-cruises/japan-to-new-zealand-grand-voyage. Terms and conditions apply.
Hop on a 78-day multi-continent adventure from Japan to New Zealand. Photo / 123rf
Multi-island luxury trip
Experience the beauty of French Polynesia on this 10-day luxury multi-island journey, combining the lush landscapes of Moorea with the turquoise lagoons of Bora Bora. Stay four nights at Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort and Spa and three nights at Conrad Bora Bora Nui, with one night before and one night afterwards at Hilton Tahiti Resort, enjoying relaxed island time, overwater luxury and warm Polynesian hospitality.
Priced from $8600pp, the package includes return economy airfares to Papeete with Air Tahiti Nui, round-trip interisland air transport with Air Tahiti, return airport and boat transfers, an airport meet and greet with flower lei and daily buffet breakfast. To book or find out more, visit tahititourisme.nz/holiday/5-star-experience-hilton-moorea-conrad-bora-bora-nui.
Wake up with the views of French Polynesia's pristine waters.
Fly and Stay in Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort
Escape to Hawaii with return economy class flights from Auckland to Honolulu with Air New Zealand and enjoy seven nights at the four-star Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort. Stay in a Club Room with Partial Ocean View and enjoy access to the exclusive Voyager 47 Club Lounge, including daily breakfast and evening appetisers with beer and wine, while soaking up Waikiki’s golden beaches and relaxed island charm.
Priced from $4389pp twin share, the package includes return economy flights and seven nights’ accommodation, with the daily resort fee waived for added value. On sale until March 15, for selected travel dates between April 29 and May 20, May 27 and June 10, and August 19 and September 16, 2026. Airfares are based on economy class with Air New Zealand, and airport transfers are additional. To book or find out more, visit travel-associates.co.nz/luxury-holidays/product/23891617 or call 0800 482 776.
Waikiki Beach in Honolulu Hawaii in the afternoon with hotels.