Sep 05, 2019

New Zealand has not been this affordable in years!

There are many misconceptions about travel to New Zealand. Among them are that it's too far to travel and that it's a "once in a lifetime trip" that will blow the travel budget. For 29+ years The Best of New Zealand has helped clients navigate these issues and show them that a trip to New Zealand does not need to be a daunting experience!

And while we firmly believe there's never a bad time to visit the country, the current NZD exchange rate and strength of the US Dollar certainly makes the case that right now is a great time to start planning!

Simply put, Americans right now benefit with purchasing power - making a trip 5% more affordable than just this time last year! And for those who have been putting off a trip, compared to September 2016, travelers are receiving 15% more bang for the buck.

Why should you make the most of this dominant exchange rate?

Because a trip to New Zealand is special! You should feel good about making the commitment to travel and the more money you can put to work will allow you to not only enjoy the trip for less, but potentially experience more after you arrive. Combining these factors with our team's ability to leverage a wholesale contract with Air New Zealand and the result is a bespoke trip you have been weighing for years.

Please note: We highly recommend beginning to plan for the 2020/21 season as early as possible. There are a few reasons for this:

1. Planning early allows our team time to craft with you a smooth itinerary. We can work with you to understand what you would like out of your travel and then ensure reservations are obtained at preferred accommodations. Take advantage of our years of expertise and use that knowledge to its max!
2. Locking in confirmations for 2020/21 under this year’s rates will give you an even more cost-effective trip. As prices are potentially adjusted in New Zealand to compensate for the dollar you have the opportunity now to secure prices early.

Author: Frank Krieger