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House of Travel Barrington

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Barrington Shopping Centre, 256 Barrington Street
Spreydon
Christchurch
8024
Monday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday
9:00am - 12:30pm
Sunday
Closed

  Christmas Hours   

  • 23rd December - 9.00am - 5.00pm
  • 24th December - 10.00am - 3.00pm 
  • 25th - 26th December - CLOSED 
  • 27th December - 10.00am - 4.00pm
  • 28th - 29th December - CLOSED
  • 30-31st December - 10.00am - 4.00pm 
  • 1st January - 2nd January - CLOSED 
  • 3rd January - 10.00am - 4.00pm 

Welcome to House of Travel Barrington


House of Travel Barrington is your very own local team of NZQA qualified travel specialists – here for you, to provide the best possible service and advice for your next sojourn, be it close by or to the other side of the world.

Come and talk to the team about Cruising and Coach Touring – if you're looking for an “inclusive” type of holiday, this is the perfect way to travel.

The award winning team at HOT Barrington are experts in this type of travel and keen to share their experiences. We do what we do because we love to travel and want to share these experiences with others.

Come and talk to us first and we promise – you won't regret it!

Rochelle Hannah-Evans
Owner Operator


Meet the team

Being a busy working mum and balancing work with home life has made me very organized. Living in the UK, spending time in Europe, traveling overland through Africa and my favourite destination, USA has given me a great perspective on all types of travel.
Being a busy working mum and balancing work with home life has made me very organized. Living in the UK, spending time in Europe, traveling overland through Africa and my favourite destination, USA has given me a great perspective on all types of travel.

Gemma Pearce

Senior Travel Consultant
I love turning people's dreams into reality and enjoy sharing my travel experiences. Travel is my passion and feel it’s the only thing you can buy that makes you richer!
I love turning people's dreams into reality and enjoy sharing my travel experiences. Travel is my passion and feel it’s the only thing you can buy that makes you richer!
Why me?? My passion for travel stems from a great love of learning about people & cultures, the world is full of amazing enriching places, cultures and people.
Why me?? My passion for travel stems from a great love of learning about people & cultures, the world is full of amazing enriching places, cultures and people.
With my own experience in travel, along with my corporate background as well. I have been able to book a wide variety of trips ranging from flop and drop holidays through to sport events and everything in between.
With my own experience in travel, along with my corporate background as well. I have been able to book a wide variety of trips ranging from flop and drop holidays through to sport events and everything in between.
What makes me stand out as a travel agent is my focus on creating trips that are tailored just for you. I take the time to understand your travel dreams and craft itineraries that go beyond the typical tourist spots, making every trip feel special.
What makes me stand out as a travel agent is my focus on creating trips that are tailored just for you. I take the time to understand your travel dreams and craft itineraries that go beyond the typical tourist spots, making every trip feel special.

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.
  • Disney Adventure Park Suzanne Andrews

    Disneyland's 70th Anniversary Celebration

    Disneyland is gearing up to celebrate its 70th anniversary next year. Kicking off on May 16, 2025, celebrations at the "Happiest Place on Earth" will run through the summer of 2026. The festivities will include special décor, food and beverages, limited-time entertainment, and more.
  • IMG 0485 Melissa Wallace Italy

    Italy bans Airbnb self-check-ins

    Travellers to Italy will have an extra step now as Airbnb rentals will no longer use lockboxes for self-check-in, following a new law aimed at enhancing security and preventing terrorism. Guests must now coordinate directly with their hosts for check-in.

Our travel stories

In 2024 I had my first trip to China, and as I knew there was going to be a massive language barrier booked myself an Intrepid Tour which is a small group touring company. 

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