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House of Travel Botany Junction

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Shop 42B 277 Te Irirangi Drive
Flat Bush
Auckland
2019
Monday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:30am - 5:00pm
Saturday
9:00am - 12:30pm
Sunday
Closed

Welcome to House of Travel Botany Junction


House of Travel Botany Junction has over 190 years of collective experience; there’s no continent we haven't explored.

We have won many awards including outlet of the year and have consultants in HOTs top 12.

We specialise in leisure, business and space travel. Whether planning a holiday in the sun, cruise, ski trip or culinary experience, we will inspire with holidays that suit every taste and budget.

For business travellers we can arrange incentives, conferences and group travel. Our dedicated corporate team will ensure all travel needs are seamless and personalised to individual requirements.

Katrina 
Director


Meet the team

In 1977 I was bitten by the travel bug. I never tire of talking or listening to people talk of their adventures, holidays, journeys and experiences. ' Of all the books in the world, the best stories are found between the pages of a passport'. For me it is a privilege to help create amazing journeys and experiences that people can treasure always. Through my passion for travel and experience in the industry I know that working together we can create your tailor made incredible journey.
In 1977 I was bitten by the travel bug. I never tire of talking or listening to people talk of their adventures, holidays, journeys and experiences. ' Of all the books in the world, the best stories are found between the pages of a passport'. For me it is a privilege to help create amazing journeys and experiences that people can treasure always. Through my passion for travel and experience in the industry I know that working together we can create your tailor made incredible journey.

Karen Murphy Send email to Karen Murphy

Senior Leisure Consultant
It has been my pleasure over the past 30 plus years to help put together the most amazing holidays for my clients. I have travelled the world and look forward to helping dream holidays come true for many more years. I absolutely love to travel and all of the experiences travel has to offer so to be able to help my clients have the same opportunity to enjoy these experiences in the way that they want to is a wonderful thing to be able to do.
It has been my pleasure over the past 30 plus years to help put together the most amazing holidays for my clients. I have travelled the world and look forward to helping dream holidays come true for many more years. I absolutely love to travel and all of the experiences travel has to offer so to be able to help my clients have the same opportunity to enjoy these experiences in the way that they want to is a wonderful thing to be able to do.
I have had a passion for travel for many years and have been very fortunate to work in this industry for 20 plus. Many of them in my local area of Howick/Botany. I have travelled to many fabulous places. I love exploring new places, trying new foods and meeting new people wherever I go.
I have had a passion for travel for many years and have been very fortunate to work in this industry for 20 plus. Many of them in my local area of Howick/Botany. I have travelled to many fabulous places. I love exploring new places, trying new foods and meeting new people wherever I go.
I love the excitement of travel and discovering new counties and revisiting past favourites. I love adventure destinations and being active on my holidays but also enjoy relaxing on and reading a good in the right spot. I enjoy creating the perfect holiday for my clients ensuring they have the best time while away.
I love the excitement of travel and discovering new counties and revisiting past favourites. I love adventure destinations and being active on my holidays but also enjoy relaxing on and reading a good in the right spot. I enjoy creating the perfect holiday for my clients ensuring they have the best time while away.
As your travel consultant, I may not have years of experience in the industry, but what I lack in experience, I make up for in enthusiasm, dedication, and a strong desire to learn. I am eager to take on the challenge of planning your trip. I bring fresh perspectives and a willingness to go the extra mile to make your travel experience exceptional. You can trust that I will deliver a personalized and attentive service!
As your travel consultant, I may not have years of experience in the industry, but what I lack in experience, I make up for in enthusiasm, dedication, and a strong desire to learn. I am eager to take on the challenge of planning your trip. I bring fresh perspectives and a willingness to go the extra mile to make your travel experience exceptional. You can trust that I will deliver a personalized and attentive service!

Lorraine Van Veen Send email to Lorraine Van Veen

Senior Consultant & Cruise Specialist
My love for travelling has taken me to every continent whether by sea or by land. My particular interest in cruising has allowed me some 25 cruises. From Alaska to Antarctica and many in between I look forward to sharing my passion with you.
My love for travelling has taken me to every continent whether by sea or by land. My particular interest in cruising has allowed me some 25 cruises. From Alaska to Antarctica and many in between I look forward to sharing my passion with you.
Over the last few years I have travelled to the Gold Coast, Scandinavian, Russia, UK and Wales.
Over the last few years I have travelled to the Gold Coast, Scandinavian, Russia, UK and Wales.
Travelling has always been my first love. Whether it's Europe or the South Island, creating itineraries for my clients is a great way to spend my day. I look forward to helping you out with your next adventure. With over 30 years experience in the industry, and having to traveled to every continent I am passionate about working with my customers to create their dream holiday!
Travelling has always been my first love. Whether it's Europe or the South Island, creating itineraries for my clients is a great way to spend my day. I look forward to helping you out with your next adventure. With over 30 years experience in the industry, and having to traveled to every continent I am passionate about working with my customers to create their dream holiday!

News and events

  • CLI Top 10 Badge 2024

    A GREAT BIG THANK YOU - #1 FOR CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

    We don’t like to brag, but we’re super proud to have been recognised as New Zealand’s number 1 brand for customer experience in Kantar’s Customer Leadership Index survey. This recognition means the world to us because they reflect our dedication to our customers, our customer first approach and enriching lives through travel.
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  • Cruise Destiny

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