New Zealand


Introducing the New Auckland Apartment Rental: Penthouse 64

Thu, Mar 04, 2010

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New Zealand has enjoyed a thriving season as travelers descend onto the two islands. While a little slow to start, the summer weather has kicked in and we are enjoying long summer days throughout the North and South Islands.

Touch of Spice Private Villa Collection has added a new luxury villa to its accommodations portfolio. The Penthouse 64 in Auckland is a new waterfront apartment rental perfect for city holidays.

Penthouse 64 is a waterfront apartment in Auckland on the city’s viaduct. The enviable location is the perfect base for taking full advantage of everything the City of Sails has to offer. With magnificent sea views and just a short stroll to a fantastic array of restaurants and cafés, as well as the vibrant city centre, this luxurious penthouse offers the very best in central city accommodation.

The Waterfront Penthouse Rental boasts a media room, bar area, dining room, fully fitted kitchen, spacious outdoor balconies including a covered loggia perfect for al fresco dining, spa pool, plus secure parking for 3 cars.


Special New Zealand Villa Deal: Rahimoana Villa, Eagles Nest

Tue, Dec 01, 2009

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The celebrated villas at Eagles Nest in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands have just become more accessible. Eagles Nest has announced a special luxury vacation deal for the award-winning Villa Rahimoana, the most exclusive and exquisite villa of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere.

Due to overwhelming popular demand, the luxury Bay of Islands villa Rahimoana has extended its limited special package through 2010/2011. The Rahimoana in Paradise Package offers three nights for the price of two. The Rahimoana in Paradise Package Nightly Retail rates includes GST:NZD$13,330 (USD$9,673) December 15, ‘09 - March 31, ‘10; NZD$9,997 (USD$7,254) April 1, ‘10 - April 30, ‘10; NZD$7,997 (USD$5,803) May 1, ‘10 - October 14, ‘10; NZD$9,997 (USD$7,254) October 15, ‘10 - December 15, ‘10.

Rahimoana Villa nightly tariff includes peronal concierge service, the use of Porsche Cayenne for use in local area, selection of New Zealand wines and French Champagne, a personal chef-provisioned refrigerator replenished daily, gourmet breakfast provisions replenished daily, daily servicing and guest laundry, Bar and Mini Bar selection, High speed wireless internet access and the library of books, DVD’s and CD’s.

Guests are also priviledged to all the Rahimoana Villa Facilities. As a private villa with private beach and pool, Rahimoana also offers a Jacuzzi, 320-degree views out over the Bay of Islands, private bush/walking tracks, Far Infra Red Sauna, 100″ Cinema Screen and advanced Pro Logic System, Sky Satellite television, iPod docking stations in all bedrooms, under-floor heating, air conditioning and Living Nature bathroom amenities.


Heli Ski Vacations on the rise in Queenstown’s expanding Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopter base

Fri, Oct 02, 2009

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Heli Ski Vacations on the rise in Queenstowns expanding Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopter baseWinter is in full swing in Queenstown as the 35th Annual American Express Winterfest draws to a close. To make the most of the winter season Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopter recently extended their Queenstown base, creating increased hanger space, engineering work space and a  new reception and greeting area.

The end of June saw the arrival of a brand new Eurocopter to the fleet, bringing them to a total of 3 seven seater aircrafts and a 5 seater aircraft enabling them to cater for exclusive private charters for two – to larger group excursions and transfers. The extensions made to both the Helicopter base and the fleet itself will enable Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters to better serve the scenic flight and heliski markets.

“Our fleet out grew the hanger so we had to re model, we are looking forward to the arrival of the new Eurocopter, it is a powerful machine designed specifically for lifting heavy loads and will be a great asset for this upcoming Heliski season.” Check out Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters at www.heli-flights.co.nz


Top Ten Girl Getaways

Wed, Jul 29, 2009

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Top Ten Girl GetawaysGet the ladies together for an unforgettable vacation. Whether it’s a bachelorette party, fun times with your sisters or a great way to reconnect with friends, this list includes some of the top picks for the best Girl Getaways.

Boutiques and brilliance in Beverly Hills. When the boys are away, the girls will play. Go shopping on a completely tailored luxury shopping experience in Los Angeles‘ exclusive boutiques. LaLaLuxe’s concierge services offers curated shopping experiences so you can get those must-have pieces while on vacation. Twelve lovely ladies can stay in Flores Residence, a spectacular luxury villa offering a pool, expansive patio and truly lavishly decorated interiors.

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Touch of Spice New Zealand ranks among world’s best

Mon, Jun 15, 2009

Touch of Spice New Zealand ranks among world’s best New Zealand’s leading luxury lifestyle specialists Touch of Spice have been named among the top villa rental companies in the world.

The USA’s Condé Nast Traveler, the ‘bible’ for independent travelers who expect only the very best in service and accommodation, has selected Queenstown-based Touch of Spice as one of only 49 villa rental agents around the world best qualified to match its readers with suitable holiday properties.

And the company, which has been in operation for almost four years, is the only one in New Zealand to make the cut.

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Eco Luxury and Ultimate Experiences at Release Private Retreat in Lake Wanaka, New Zealand

Mon, May 25, 2009

Eco Luxury and Ultimate Experiences at Release Private Retreat in Lake Wanaka, New ZealandNew Zealand is widely considered to be the adventure capital of the world. The lush forests, majestic mountain ranges, national parks, marine reserves, lakes, hot springs and volcanoes  provide an unspoilt and wild playground for the thrill-seeking traveler.

With the spectacular scenery at Lake Wanaka on New Zealand’s South Island as a backdrop, Release Private Retreat has developed an ecoluxury vacation rental that inspires unlimited escapades into the reverent countryside.

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