Singapore Airlines A380 Launch Specials

A380 LAUNCH SPECIAL FARES TO SINGAPORE

Singapore Airlines is excited to announce the release of their A380 Launch Fares to Singapore. These return and one way economy class fares are only on sale for a strictly limited time, from 13 August to 15 August 2014. There are conditions, so you need to call us for details.

Here are some details about the Singapore Airlines A380 experience:

A380 SERVICES ON SQ286/286 EX AUCKLAND 

Singapore Airlines New Zealand is proud to announce the arrival of the world's largest passenger aircraft, Singapore Airlines' A380, available for flights ex Auckland from 28 October 2014.

The 471-seat A380 will be deployed daily on flight SQ285, departing Singapore at 2050hrs and arriving in Auckland at 1145hrs the following day.

The return flight SQ286 will depart Auckland at 1330hrs, arriving in Singapore at 1900hrs. The flights are currently operated with 278-seat Boeing 777-300ERs.

Initially, the A380 will operate on a seasonal basis, and the service will revert to our B777 during the Northern Summer Operating Season.

A380 ECONOMY CLASS 

More inviting than ever before, the new and improved Economy Class design has been revolutionised in order to minimise intrusion into our passengers’ personal space by allowing greater knee and legroom.

To increase comfort levels, we have also added extra features such as a new seatback mounted handset, non-intrusive reading light, in-seat power supply and 10.5 inch widescreen LCD.

Alongside comfort, we have also endeavoured to deliver a wide array of on-demand entertainment options to make our passengers journey the greatest experience possible.

A380 BUSINESS CLASS

More spacious than ever before, Singapore Airlines Business Class offers ample room to not only work productively in a spacious environment, but also to relax and unwind.

Unrivalled space and direct access to aisles from every seat are signatures of our distinctive 1-2-1 forward-facing cabin.

Our luxurious 34-inch leather seat unfolds to become the largest full-flat bed in its class; allowing plenty of room to lounge and sleep comfortably in virtually any position.

A personal 15.4-inch LCD screen delivers a myriad of video and audio options and also contains all of the conveniences you would expect in an office in our all-in-one business panel, which includes an in-seat power supply and USB ports.

SINGAPORE AIRLINES’ A380 SUITE

Exclusively available on board the new A380, the Singapore Airlines Suites provide a privileged few with their own haven of tranquillity.

The suites are fitted with our largest ever seat; a lavish leather armchair hand-stitched by master Italian craftsman Poltrona Frau.

Another added luxury only available in our Singapore Airlines' Suite is the comfort of sleeping on a real bed, not one which has been converted from a seat, ensuring a restful slumber.

Each of these cabins offers versatility with sliding doors and window blinds letting our passengers choose their preferred level of privacy.

With 12 astonishing cabins available, the Singapore Airlines' Suites provides a level of exclusivity that will ensure our passengers feel special and well cared for.

Adventure World Active Breaks

Our friends at Adventure World want to talk about this weeks intriguing active trips!

Wilderness Journeys: Visit Borneo, Botswana or go on an Antarctic Cruise.

Exploring or Skiing in Canada: See the best of the Canadian West, Ski the Big 3 or see the Aurora Borealis.

Walking or Cycling Tours: Gastronomic Cycling in France, Cycle Hanoi to Saigon or Trek to Machu Picchu.

Take your pick, or call our team for more ideas and options.

Message from Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines Corporate Exercise

Our majority shareholder, Khazanah Nasional Berhad, the strategic investment fund of the Government of Malaysia, intends to take full ownership of our Company. This process will take several months to complete, most likely till the end of the year.

We assure you that there are no changes to our current flights, schedules and reservations.

Our commitment is to continue to serve and we look forward to your continuous support to Malaysia Airlines.

Important Update with respect to Malaysia Airlines MH17 tragedy

Referring to this Trade Release.

Key points to notes:

• Should clients wish to change they need to advise us before 2pm on the 24th July 2014. No extensions will be permitted after this deadline.
• We have been advised by the airline that refunds can take up to 8 weeks to be processed however the airline will be making every effort to process refunds in the shortest time possible.
• The waiver for full refund only applies for travel that was ticketed to commence between 18th July and 31st December 2014 only. All travel outside of these dates will have the applicable fare rule applied i.e. cancellation and amendment fees will apply.
• For clients who wish to book travel on other carriers the full amount of the new airfare will need to be paid as there no arrangement for money to be transferred between airlines. 

Please also be advised that any new fares may be at a significantly higher cost than the purchase price of your original airfare.  

Consular Services for Filipinos in Auckland and surrounding areas

As the Philippine Embassy continues to embark on its priority to deliver more effective and efficient consular services directly to the Filipino communities throughout the North Island of New Zealand, its Mobile Consular Team will render consular services and registration of overseas voters to Filipinos in Auckland and surrounding areas on the following schedule:

VENUE:  Philippine Consulate General, Auckland
                  Garcia Law, Level 5
                  16 High Street corner Vulcan Lane
                  Auckland

DATE / TIME:    23 July 2014 (Wednesday)    1:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
                          24 July 2014 (Thursday)         9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
                          25 July 2014 (Friday)              9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
                          26 July 2014 (Saturday)          9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
                          27 July 2014 (Sunday)            9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
                          28 July 2014 (Monday)            9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
                          29 July 2014 (Tuesday)           9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

The consular services are passport renewal/issuance, authentication & notarization of legal documents, NBI fingerprinting & certification (latest passport-sized photos required) and dual citizenship application and oath taking.

The Embassy will also conduct overseas voter registration for the upcoming presidential elections in 2016. Filipino citizens, who will be at least 18 years of age on 09 May 2016, are eligible to register to vote.  The Philippine Embassy enjoins all Filipinos eligible to vote to exercise their rights in choosing the next leaders of the Philippines in 2016.

Yasawa Island Resort & Spa

I have been researching destinations for a long overdue Winter’s getaway.

Fiji is looking very appealing and getting there has never been easier with an increased number of flights from Auckland.

As you are aware, there are many Resort options available.

Working out what kind of holiday you want is the important thing. Do you want your kids entertained (and out of your hair) while you relax? Do you want a romantic getaway? Do you want to get amongst the locals and learn more about Fijian culture? What is your budget?

One destination that resonates with me is the Yasawa Island Resort & Spa. Having spoken to people that have stayed there and reading more about it puts me in an anticipatory state of relaxation. I can’t help it!

This resort is located on one of the most remote and unspoiled islands of Fiji. It has only 18 bures so you’re guaranteed seclusion.

You can learn more about the Yasawa Island Resort & Spa here.

Call us about getting you and your loved ones to Fiji! We can book your flights, transfers and accommodation and make it easy. Your holiday will start before you get on the aircraft.

And who knows? You might even see me there!

* imagery is the property of Yasawa Island Resort & Spa and used by permission.

What can we do for you?

We’ve been chatting to a few of our clients and have realised that we’ve been so busy planning the best routes at the best prices for people, that we haven’t really communicated what other services we provide.

As well as being experts at ticketing and getting you to your destinations at the right time via the airlines you want, we can also actually put together the complete holiday package for you and remove the stress.

That’s right.

Not only will we get you there, we will find you the ‘there’ that you want to go.

We can organise (and recommend!) your accommodation, your rental cars, your cross-continent busses, your trains, your helicopters, your dream ride on Route 66 on a Harley Davidson. We can put you on a cruise ship to see the majesty of the Antarctic.

We can do the hard work so you can start relaxing weeks before you get on your way.

A note about Domestic Travel:

We are really good at making your Domestic travel a breeze. Just tell us where you want to go and when. Having personal service from a real person isn’t any more expensive than booking online, and actually is a whole lot more flexible.

There are definite advantages to using an Agent to oversee all your travel needs.

Try us. We’re up for your challenge!

Why Use a Travel Agent? Reason number 305

Here's a tale:

A client of ours was traveling to New York on a 5:30pm flight with her husband and son.

Unfortunately she left her passport at home. She made a frantic dash to collect it but she got back too late for the flight.

She called us at 5:30pm and asked us to help.

Daniel gave her some advice whilst looking at options that were available. All the flights were mostly full and were going to cost her in excess of $2,000.00 to rebook according to the airline. However, Daniel was able to get her on a flight later that evening for less than $1,200.00.

She arrived in the USA at the same time as her husband and son, and they were able to travel together on to New York.

Target Travel is much more than just a ticket agent.

We also recommend that you don't forget your passport when you leave for the airport.

Typhoon Hayian Charity Basketball Game

It’s our SKYCITY Breakers Christmas themed game on December 13th in a much anticipated game versus Perth Wildcats!

"At the SKYCITY Breakers we were saddened by the news of Typhoon Haiyan and its devastation across South East Asia and especially the Philippines.

To show our support we would like to offer your employees/family/friends a special ticket to this game at Junior Prices (Bronze - $18.50; and Silver $20)* with $3 from every ticket sold through this link donated to the Typhoon Haiyan Appeal.

Please spread the word to your networks to show your support and join us for a fun-filled and festive night at the SKYCITY Breakers.

*Ticketmaster fees apply; a reminder that your game ticket also includes transport on event buses and trains making travel easy to and from the game."

Also, Justin Bieber was in town when we held our last event, and we would like to leave you with this link as he was in Tacloban (Philippines) recently to entertain those affected by Haiyan.

Air New Zealand is back flying Non-Stop to the Sunshine Coast

Air New Zealand is pleased to announce that they will operate a third season of non-stop flights between Auckland and Sunshine Coast in a response to high passenger numbers for the 2013 season.

The 2014 season will offer an increase in capacity of 24% moving from twice weekly services in 2013 to twice weekly services plus a 3rd weekly service which will operate between 8-22 Jul and 23 Sep–7 Oct. The 2014 season will also have an extended season of 1 week operating from 27 Jun–26 Oct 2014, subject to government approval.