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Eagerly, I planned this trip for my wife Linda and me to visit some of my favorite places in New Zealand, including some of the wonderful luxury lodges. Linda hadn't been to New Zealand in over ten years, so I was looking forward to sharing many new experiences with her since much has changed over the years. A leisurely trip is what we were after - to take our time and enjoy the lodges as well as our good friends we had met during our years of building SWAIN. I have visited New Zealand many times, but usually at a very quick pace so it was refreshing to be able to enjoy a relaxed driving trip between the lodges and the destinations where we love sending our clients.
We boarded our QANTAS 747 nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Auckland and after slipping into the complimentary pajamas, I looked forward to resting and relaxing. After a couple of movies, dinner and breakfast, and some rest, we were ready to land in Auckland after the eleven and a half hour flight. QANTAS service is wonderful as is the choice of meals in their Business Class cabin.
After a cheerful greeting by the Customs folk, we collected our bags and were met by Alan, our local car service representative who drove us the short way to the domestic terminal. We then boarded our Air New Zealand regional airplane bound for Taupo, just a short hop from Auckland. It was then onto the awaiting lodges!
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I am always so gratified at this time of year, when we start receiving calls to plan experiences for families wanting to travel together over the Christmas Holidays. Whether it is to Southern Africa, Australia or New Zealand, or through South East Asia – it’s wonderful to see three and four generations all traveling together.
This is what family is all about - sharing and enjoying experiences together that create lifelong memories. We at SWAIN love being part of this process as we realize how special this time is for these families and that the quality of the time spent is paramount. It is for that reason we ensure that we plan the most perfect experience to suit each family group.
With family and adventure in mind, we are constantly creating new and wonderful experiences based on bringing families together, along with building lasting memories sure to be talked about for the years to come. We’ll look forward to creating these wonderful memories together.
Happy Travels,
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A Tale of Two Lodges
Explore the beauty of
New Zealand in Luxury
6 nights from $10800*
(air inclusive)
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Sydney, Reef and Rainforest
Experience the many
adventures Australia has to offer
10 nights from $2585*
(land only)
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Classic Southern Africa
See spectacular sights and exotic wildlife
9 nights from $4265
(land only)
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SWAIN PERSONALITIES
See below for travel advice from the fascinating people around the world who make SWAIN Tours distinctively unforgettable. |
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Craig McLaurin
Tangalooma Island Resort
Director of Sales
Don't miss: The opportunity to interact closely with wildlife can be a life changing experience, and for many people a dream come true. Each evening at Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort on Moreton Island Queensland, a pod of wild bottlenose dolphins visits the resort and our guests have the opportunity to wade into the water and hand feed these beautiful animals. This is an experience that will live with you forever, and forge a connection between you and the dolphin. Hand feeding our dolphins is just one of over 80 tours and activities at Tangalooma, and with easy access from Brisbane, it’s the perfect island Australian island escape. |
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Michael Healy
Quicksilver Group
Group Director of Sales & Marketing
Don't miss: Not only have we enjoyed a beautiful winter here in the Tropics, but we have enjoyed an earlier than normal whale season. A number of our clients, on ALL of our products, have been fortunate enough to see these wonderful creatures up close. For many, this was a lifetime experience. Our team of Marine biologists have indicated possible warmer currents for their early arrival. These large mammals move so gracefully through the water, and at various times will breach ( dive out of the water) in a playful display of youth and energy. The waters of the Great Barrier Reef off Cairns and Port Douglas remain crystal clear, full on marine life with a huge variety of spectacular corals. Come and enjoy mother nature at her best! |
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 SWAIN INTRODUCES CV TRAVEL
SWAIN is proud to introduce CV Travel USA. CV Travel is an award winning Villa Vacation Company with exclusive properties throughout Europe and beyond. CV specializes in tailored Villa experiences, offering the best selection of handpicked villas, local chef services, and more. Visit CV Travel. |
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