Navigate Oceania

970 Lonely Bay | Coromandel

karine — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 21:02:21 +0000

The lodge is tucked away in a lovely setting overlooking the land and sea. The views are particularly beautiful from the 2 Bedroom Suite and the sunny main deck is fantastic for evening drinks and breakfast. It is very quiet and peaceful and within a walking distance to the beach; the walk to Cooks Beach is shorter than the walk to Lonely Bay Beach and perhaps a little easier for older guests. 970 Lonely Bay is approximately 30 minutes drive from Whitianga, where the main restaurants are; however the lodge offers dinner with a 24 hours notice or the wonderful host will take you to the ferry landing where you can catch a 3 minute ferry transfer to Whitianga. The ferry service is continuous and it is quite fun to catch the old ferry to dinner, the boat has great character and we didn’t think our travel to the restaurant was a problem at all. The lodge is beautifully appointed, elegant, new and clean; all spaces are very bright with lots of light coming through all day. Loring, the host, is delightful: very helpful, knowledgeable of the area and full of great stories! As the lodge is a very intimate, boutique property, I think it would be at its best when taken for exclusive use to guarantee privacy to the guests.

Chiara Palombi
Travel Account Manager
Seasonz

970 Lonely Bay | Coromandel

karine — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:37:01 +0000

08 Feb 2012

Recently I had the opportunity to visit the Navigate Oceania property at 970 Lonely Bay on the Coromandel Peninsula. What a superb property! I was met by the delightful manager Loring and taken on a guided tour of the house which includes three one bedroom suites, and one two bedroom suite all of which have ensuites. Most rooms give way to an outside balcony and there is a fabulous amount of private areas in which guests can relax in both inside and outside. A short distance away across a bridge and nearby reserve you find yourself at the northern end of beautiful Cook’s Beach. Loring had been doing some baking and we were very spoilt in being able to try her plum tart and lemon gin cake! I would thoroughly recommend this property for a stay on the Coromandel Peninsula.

Campbell Mackey
Team Leader
Magnetic South

Edenhouse | Nelson

karine — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 02:19:25 +0000

My stay at Edenhouse was more than over the top. I do not remember being so well looked after in all of my travels in New Zealand. I love Peter and Bobbie. They just could not do enough for me. I was so sad leaving them and my stay was way too short. I loved my accommodation at their House. The room was so beautiful I did not want to leave my room.

Peter made certain that I would have a good experience in the Nelson area and he went beyond the call of duty personally escorting my friend Susan and I around the Nelson area including making special arrangements to spend time with us on our free day doing an Abel Tasman Cruise.

I know from first hand experience that although far too short, any clients I will continue to sent to Edenhouse will have the same wonderful experience I had and know how well looked after my clients will be during the stay.

I only wish I could have stayed two nights at Edenhouse. Peter and Bobbie are the perfect hosts and take such pride and passion in what they do in welcoming their guests. Especially nice too, is their joining of their guests for dinner.

Linda Margolin
Worldwide Leisure Consultant
Linda Margolin Travel, affiliated with Ladera Travel
California, USA

Bolton Hotel | Wellington

karine — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 23:58:28 +0000

What better Hotel to stay is non-other than the Bolton Hotel while experiencing the wonders of Wellington.

I can truly say that during my recent visit and stay at the charming Bolton Hotel I felt it was my home away from home. The service level, friendliness of the staff and helpfulness was beyond the best. I loved my suite, it was more like a hotel / apartment so spacious and well appointed. I absolutely too must say Bolton Hotel offers some of the finest food. We never ate anywhere else except at the Hotel as its restaurant offered such great cuisine for both breakfast and dinner. I loved this being a boutique property that offers the traveller such outstanding comfort and subtle luxury. It is a must to recommend anyone visiting Wellington.

Linda Margolin
Premier Certified Aussie/ New Zealand / Fiji Specialist
Worldwide Leisure Consultant
Linda Margolin Travel, affiliated with Ladera Travel
Altour, USA

Te Vakaroa Villas | Rarotonga

karine — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:02:12 +0000

We were incredibly blessed to spend 7 nights at Te Vakaroa Villas in Rarotonga. We arrived in the middle of the night so we didn’t get to see our beautiful surroundings until the morning. I rushed to the door to check out the view and was blown away by the beauty. What I saw looked like a postcard - the villa opens up on to the pool which then blends with the lagoon behind it. This is the perfect place to relax - the villas are luxurious and have everything you could possibly need. The location is ideal and there is plenty to do within walking distance. The staff were warm and friendly and the intimate size of the resort makes it feel like your own private space. I would highly recommend a stay at Te Vakaroa Villas!!

Jacinda Harper
Winner of Bride & Groom Magazine’s Bride & Groom of the Year Prize

Princes Gate, Rotorua - Thanks!

karine — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 23:39:24 +0000

In Rotorua for Australian Society of Travel Writers Awards last weekend. Just want to say a HUGE thank you to staff who looked after me at Princes Gate - running late (as usual) staff escorted me over to Blue Baths under an umbrella as it was raining - then terrific staff at breakfast (bacon 10/10 - its cooked fresh each order. Yum). And to top it off Navigate walked away with Best On-Line Travel Story. Thanks Princes Gatexx

Split Apple Retreat | Abel Tasman

default — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 21:58:44 +0000

What a heavenly place!! This is when the word ‘perfection’ comes to life. Though ‘perfection’ would not do it justice. Split Apple goes far beyond it.

The location, the house itself, the very engaging and charming hosts, the stunningly beautiful art work.. (even the tea !!) was out of this world.

Going through the house I felt Zen, though quite emotional at the same time by so much beauty.
This is no glitter and glamour but pure elegance with a very subtle underlayer of luxury. This is definitely a very rare jewel!

Greta Bal
Head of Purchasing/Senior Product Manager
ITG Companies

The Boatshed | Waiheke Island

default — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 22:38:14 +0000

On my recent trip to New Zealand, I was lucky enough to spend some time at the fabulous boutique hotel, The Boatshed on beautiful Waiheke Island. I have been sending my clients here for years, and they always came back raving! After having been able to experience it myself, I know exactly why! The setting is fantastic. Overlooking a beautiful beach, you really can’t beat the views. The rooms themselves are inviting and warm and the nautical theme can be found in every last wonderful detail.

Jonathan, your lovely host while at the hotel, has even expanded by adding in two bungalow type rooms. They are meant to represent the batch homes that many Kiwis remember from their childhood. However, these new creations exude style and comfort. Jonathan has also expanded his lovely garden, which provides many ingredients to The Boatshed’s fantastic gourmet meals. Keep on the look out for the latest coming attraction: He soon plans to add a vintage caravan and turn it into a game room for his guests to enjoy!

Thanks again to the lovely ladies Navigate Oceania for making this visit possible!

Candice Heckel
Travel Consultant
Down Under Endeavours

Delamore Lodge | Waiheke Island

default — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 22:20:38 +0000

We have had the privilege of staying at some on the best resorts in New Zealand and Delamore Lodge is certainly something special.

It’s amazing views, beautiful suites and glorious food are one thing, but the truly special part for us was the feeling of serenity. As soon as you enter the property there is a wonderful air of relaxation and calm that instantly invites you start unwinding. To have such a haven so close to Auckland city is just magic.

Duncan Wigzell
Account Director
Auckland City (Orbitz)

Te Vakaroa Villas | Rarotonga, Cook Islands

default — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 01:39:07 +0000

We had a thoroughly enjoyable experience at Te Vakaroa Villas and Nick, Des and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend it to my friends and if we go back to Rarotonga which is highly likely we would stay there again.

Alan Gracie