House of Travel Ponsonby
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All Saints Centre, 282 Ponsonby Road
Ponsonby
Auckland
1011
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Monday
9:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
9:00am - 4:30pm
Friday
9:00am - 4:30pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Welcome to House of Travel Ponsonby
We pride ourselves on our great customer service and coupled with a very well-travelled and experienced team we can inspire you to book whatever your ultimate holiday may be!
Together with our knowledge, your research and ideas we can work together to make your travel dreams come true!
We look forward to welcoming you in-store.
Patrick McCarthy
Retail Manager
🎄Our Christmas Hours:
22nd December: 9am - 3pm
23rd December - 7th January: CLOSED
8th January: Back to normal business hours
Meet the team
Patrick McCarthy
Retail Manager
I have a genuine passion to create the very best holiday memories for my customers. I take all the effort and stress out of planning an amazing holiday and available any time every step of the way, before, during and after travel.
I have a genuine passion to create the very best holiday memories for my customers. I take all the effort and stress out of planning an amazing holiday and available any time every step of the way, before, during and after travel.
Liz RobbMarkham
Travel Consultant
Hi, I'm Liz! I love travel and get very excited about all the holidays my clients go on. Why me? Because I get as much of a thrill sending you on holiday as you get going on that holiday. I want your holiday to be as smooth and seamless as poss and I'm here to make that happen.
Hi, I'm Liz! I love travel and get very excited about all the holidays my clients go on. Why me? Because I get as much of a thrill sending you on holiday as you get going on that holiday. I want your holiday to be as smooth and seamless as poss and I'm here to make that happen.
Bea Moss
Travel Consultant
Travel is my passion and to be able to share this with others is the best part of the job. I love planning trips with customers and making peoples dream holiday come true whilst creating brilliant memories for life. I would love to be able to create lifelong memories for you as you travel the world. I love working with customers to create the dream holiday and ticking off those bucket list destinations.
Travel is my passion and to be able to share this with others is the best part of the job. I love planning trips with customers and making peoples dream holiday come true whilst creating brilliant memories for life. I would love to be able to create lifelong memories for you as you travel the world. I love working with customers to create the dream holiday and ticking off those bucket list destinations.
Beverley Mitchell
Travel Consultant
Cedric Pages
Travel Consultant
I am a passionate, well-travelled individual with a qualified career in IT who took a leap into the world of tourism about 6 years ago. Starting as a tour guide in southern France, I quickly fulfilled my passion for people and places, before setting up my own tour company. Now it's time for me to help customers plan and create their perfect holiday.
I am a passionate, well-travelled individual with a qualified career in IT who took a leap into the world of tourism about 6 years ago. Starting as a tour guide in southern France, I quickly fulfilled my passion for people and places, before setting up my own tour company. Now it's time for me to help customers plan and create their perfect holiday.
Michelle McCarthy
Travel Consultant
With over 20 years of industry experience I take the hassle out of the planning and booking process and can offer you a one stop shop for your next getaway. What's best is we are with you every step of the way to ensure your experience is seamless from start to finish, that's why our customers keep coming back!
With over 20 years of industry experience I take the hassle out of the planning and booking process and can offer you a one stop shop for your next getaway. What's best is we are with you every step of the way to ensure your experience is seamless from start to finish, that's why our customers keep coming back!
Vanessa Noronha
Travel Consultant
Meeting new people, trying new food, and experiencing new culture is something I thoroughly enjoy during my travels. And in my spare time, I attend training sessions and workshops to update my skills and knowledge on various destinations and products that I have not yet crossed off my list. So, whether you are looking for a relaxing beach getaway, a cultural adventure, or a thrilling safari, I can help you make it happen.
Meeting new people, trying new food, and experiencing new culture is something I thoroughly enjoy during my travels. And in my spare time, I attend training sessions and workshops to update my skills and knowledge on various destinations and products that I have not yet crossed off my list. So, whether you are looking for a relaxing beach getaway, a cultural adventure, or a thrilling safari, I can help you make it happen.
News and events
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FLIGHTS TO USA FROM AS LOW AS $999
Dreaming of classic American road trips through the canyons of Los Angeles? Well, we are bringing back 2019 USA airfare prices with a new direct route to LA from $999pp return plus more great USA airfares and deals on sale, allowing Kiwis to fulfil their American dreams without breaking the bank.Read More -
BOEING 787 LANDS IN ANTARCTICA
The world's first Boeing 787 Dreamliner successfully skated on the 3000 metre ice runway in Troll, Antarctica. This ice-breaking moment carried 45 scientist and researchers from the Norwegian Polar Institute. The runway only operates between October and March, just before it sees it's last day of daylight for nearly 6 months. Despite this incredible feat, commercial flights show no indication of being in the talks. -
ROLLER-COASTERS OR WATERSLIDES? WHY NOT BOTH?
Norwegian Cruise Line is introducing a brand new, innovative hybrid rollercoaster and waterslide. The idea to be a worlds 'first oi the new Norwegian Aqua, aiming to set sail in 2025, the experience also includes a three-level go-kart track to make sure it fits into multiple tick-lists for their cruisers. -
ENGINE ISSUES CAUSE 2 YEAR DELAYS FOR AIR NEW ZEALAND
In July this year, engine manufacturer Pratt and Whitney announced that 700 planes across the globe need to be inspected. Air New Zealand has 17 Airbus A320 and A321 NEO's which fly to Australia, Pacific Islands and other domestic routes need to be inspected. Chief executive Greg Foran said most customers are still likely to fly on the same day however, some international flights will move a day either side of their original booking date. A refund will be available to the 150,000 affected passengers if their changed service doesn't suit there itineraries. This will see the pause to direct flights from Auckland to Hobart and Seoul from April 2024. -
P&O TO INTRODUCE STARLINK CONNECTIONS
From snapping your friends or uploading your cruise experiences on Instagram and Facebook, internet connection is a necessity. As more and more people choose to cruise around the world, demand for faster Wi-Fi is a must. P&O have a solution. P&O are introducing Starlink across all fleets, with Pacific Adventure and Pacific Encounter already offering the improved internet. Pacific Explorer is expected to to feature this later in the month. Starlink, the satellite internet project by SpaceX. Deploying a constellation of satellites to provide high-speed internet globally, especially in remote and underserved areas like the middle of the Pacific Ocean. -
EXCITING INNOVATIONS TO THE WAY WE TRAVEL
With the world reopening and travel is becoming more attractive than ever. Innovations are set in place to make the travelling experience so much better. Imagine not having to talk to anyone, show your passport to anyone, just a streamlined experience. Facial recognition systems, AI integration, robotic logistics, all to create a smooth and streamlined experience. We are also seeing hints of potential supersonic travel being re-introduced since Concorde's failure in the early 2000s. These exciting innovations are a matter of when, rather than if. Changi International Airport is taking these innovations and aiming to implement them in early 2024. Can we see the same for Auckland Airport? Definitely. -
DELTA TOUCHES DOWN IN AUCKLAND FOR THE FIRST TIME
Delta Airlines, one of the biggest American airline brands touches down for the first time in history in Auckland on the 30th October as the airlines introduced a new direct flight from Los Angeles to Auckland. The service will be all-year round with daily flights during summer, then reduing to a 3 flights per week schedule during the winter period (April to October) Delta will be using one of their Airbus A350-900, seating 339 passengers on the 13-hour journey across the pacific ocean. -
QANTAS ALLOWS "NEIGHBOUR FREE" UPGRADE FROM NEW ZEALAND
The Australian airline is now trialing a new feature which allows passengers flying on trans-Tasman flights alongside flights to the US and Singapore to purchase an empty seat next to them. The trial period is undisclosed, however, following an evaluation of the trial, more international routes may see this option become available. The way it works: Passenger's on eligible flights will receive a notification 2 days before departure offering this upgrade to "reserve" the seat next to them. As it's not guaranteed, if the seat is sold after "reserving," the passenger is refunded. -
SINGAPORE'S NEWLY RENOVATED CYCLE PATH
Planning a trip to Singapore? The newly renovated cycle path is a must-see. It's called the Singapore-Kranji railway and now you can enjoy a bike ride through Singapore on one of the countries most historic features which debuted 120 years ago. The final train journey operated in 2011 and it was then closed until it was revitalised into a bike path for locals and tourists to soak up the unique history of Singapore. The route passes through Singapore's beautiful wildlife to the urban infrastructure.
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Cruise with us!
HOT Ponsonby is an International Cruise Accredited Agency. We love cruising and House of Travel always offer great cruise packages on sale. Whether you are a first-timer or a frequent cruiser, come in and see one of our experienced and accredited Cruise Consultants in-store today.
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Planning a wedding & honeymoon?
Overseas Weddings are incredibly romantic and exotic. We have hand-picked a selection of destinations to suit every taste and budget - the possibilities are endless! Honeymoons are the most relaxing part of a wedding... so let us help you pick the perfect romantic location to enjoy your time together. A Honeymoon Bridal Registry is also available.
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