http://navigateoceania.com/blog Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 23 Jun 2010 04:49:15 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en I decided to take my mother to a luxury retreat for the weekend as a 'Mothers Day' gift and we both had a fantastic time with Gloria as our hostess who gave us a tour of Cotter House as well as a historical account of how the house became what ... http://navigateoceania.com/blog/?p=268 Had a wonderful night here with my husband. Beautiful location, lovely accommodation and very professional staff. Food and wine was exceptional. We also made good use of the lodge's amenities, getting quite competitive on the croquet pitch! A truely relaxing, exceptional experience which has made us ... http://navigateoceania.com/blog/?p=270 Spent a busy couple of days in Wellington made even better by being able to return to such a lovely, modern hotel at the end of the day. The Bolton manages to make you feel really at home and offers great facilities in a great location. The staff ... http://navigateoceania.com/blog/?p=272 I was recently invited to stay at Treetops Lodge. I had been there before for an event, so was not totally surprised by what was awaiting us. Yet Treetops exceeded my expectations. From the moment my husband and I arrived we ... http://navigateoceania.com/blog/?p=261 Recently my husband and I had the pleasure of being hosted at the luxury Takatu Lodge and what a treat it was! From the moment we arrived we felt we had left the stress of the city behind us. A warm welcome from Heather made us feel very at home and ... http://navigateoceania.com/blog/?p=249 I recently stayed at Bay of Islands Lodge and would like to send my biggest thanks to Peter and Glennis Meier who made this stay so wonderful. Bay of Islands Lodge sits in a native bush reserve, a true piece of paradise, secluded and remote from everyday life, and yet so ... http://navigateoceania.com/blog/?p=229 My husband & I stayed at Esther's Place back in Nov 09. We were met by Greg who was very friendly and showed us through the apartment & all its great little knick knacks. It is a really well appointed apartment, great location & outlook. The breakfast provisions provided were suffient ... http://navigateoceania.com/blog/?p=231 I recently stayed at the Waipoua Lodge near the Kauri Forest. As a travel agent I was always hoping to find a perfect stay near the magnificent Kauri Forest area in Northland. It makes the journey for all our guests much easier and relaxed instead of travelling straight through to ... http://navigateoceania.com/blog/?p=233 For a night of understated style and pure comfort, you can't beat the Bolton Hotel. From the cosy yet sophisticated lobby to our spacious and modern suite, this hotel is a pleasure. I found the staff most helpful and responsive, with a good sense of humour. Within easy walking distance ... http://navigateoceania.com/blog/?p=224 We enjoyed a very comfortable stay at Elm Tree House on a recent visit to Christchurch. The hosts are friendly and fun - offering great company if guests choose to engage in their hospitality. The property is nicely appointed with all the right touches to ensure a comfortable and relaxed ... http://navigateoceania.com/blog/?p=177