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House of Travel Motueka

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+64 3-528-1122 motueka@hot.co.nz
193 High Street
Motueka
Nelson / Marlborough
7120
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Monday
9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday
9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday
9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
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Welcome to House of Travel Motueka


Jason & Linda Kroupa opened their Travel Agency in the same location as it is today, when they returned from their Big OE in 1996 when Jason was 25 and Linda just 22. They live and breathe travel, a genetic trait that they have passed on to their children!

With many awards and citations including "Travel Agent of the Year" Jason & Linda operate a highly respected travel company focused on old fashioned small town customer service. "In a small town you can never rest on your laurels", says Linda. "If you give poor service even just once word gets out and the whole town knows about it."

This high service ethos has been discovered by a growing number of loyal customers from all over the country.

"Our very experienced team offer you so much more than booking online. They all love to travel, and happy to take the time to chat with you about your plans – working together, with you. Putting a holiday together is like a huge jigsaw puzzle. It is our job using our training and experience to put all the pieces together in the most logical, cost effective manner to create a masterpiece. A travel experience that is well paced, great value and unforgettable. An itinerary that is simple to follow, loaded with travel tips, that takes in the major sights as well as some hidden gems, with time to stop and smell the roses and savour a cool glass of rosé."  Jason Kroupa

Linda & Jason
Owner Operators


Meet the team

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Linda Kroupa

Owner Operator
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Our passionate team work together - sharing our significant travel experiences - to design even better ones for you, always being considerate of your time & budget. Welcome to our “House” - you are assured of a friendly welcome.
Our passionate team work together - sharing our significant travel experiences - to design even better ones for you, always being considerate of your time & budget. Welcome to our “House” - you are assured of a friendly welcome.
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Jason Kroupa

Owner Operator
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With over 30 years experience, and having earned the award of Travel Agent of the Year, I can assure you of a friendly & knowledgeable welcome. Well planned & budgeted holidays are my speciality - with Cruising, Europe & the USA - my passions.
With over 30 years experience, and having earned the award of Travel Agent of the Year, I can assure you of a friendly & knowledgeable welcome. Well planned & budgeted holidays are my speciality - with Cruising, Europe & the USA - my passions.
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Emmie Wickenden

Travel Consultant
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My travel obsession started at 15yrs of age when I travelled solo to Brazil to take part in a year long exchange program. Since then I have travelled the world extensively, first as a backpacker, later as a travel agent and then again as a world schooling family.
My travel obsession started at 15yrs of age when I travelled solo to Brazil to take part in a year long exchange program. Since then I have travelled the world extensively, first as a backpacker, later as a travel agent and then again as a world schooling family.
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Pam Young

Designer of Holidays
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I love to cook, being able to mix together all the ingredients to create something special is closely aligned with how I feel about designing something unique for those who come to me to make their dreams come alive.
I love to cook, being able to mix together all the ingredients to create something special is closely aligned with how I feel about designing something unique for those who come to me to make their dreams come alive.
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Rebecca Pratt

Senior Travel Consultant
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I am so lucky to be in a job that I love, hence why I have worked for House of Travel for well over 20 years. In this time I have acquired many travel tips and tricks that I would love to share with you, helping to create your own dream holiday.
I am so lucky to be in a job that I love, hence why I have worked for House of Travel for well over 20 years. In this time I have acquired many travel tips and tricks that I would love to share with you, helping to create your own dream holiday.
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Rebekah Fraser

Travel Consultant
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After taking a break from the travel industry to raise my three daughters and support my husband in our orchard business, I am excited to be back working in an industry that I love.
After taking a break from the travel industry to raise my three daughters and support my husband in our orchard business, I am excited to be back working in an industry that I love.
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Steve Harper

Travel Consultant
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There is nothing better than to hear from excited customers that they had the best holiday ever! I am well travelled with over 18 years of experience, here in NZ and in my native UK. I look forward to working with you on your next adventure.
There is nothing better than to hear from excited customers that they had the best holiday ever! I am well travelled with over 18 years of experience, here in NZ and in my native UK. I look forward to working with you on your next adventure.
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Tanya Fuller

Travel Consultant
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Even after 11 yrs in NZ travel, it is still my passion. To be able to assist my clients with their dream holidays is something I treasure. To hear the stories when they return & see the smiles gives me great enjoyment & I feel honoured to be a part of it.
Even after 11 yrs in NZ travel, it is still my passion. To be able to assist my clients with their dream holidays is something I treasure. To hear the stories when they return & see the smiles gives me great enjoyment & I feel honoured to be a part of it.

What our customers have to say

  • Jason at the Motueka branch was engaging, enthusiastic and worked tirelessly to ensure he book the perfect holiday for us. He took the information we gave him and tailor-made a holiday which not only looks amazing but also was within our budget.

  • Steve has looked after all our bookings to Oz in last few years and listens to what we require and works with us to achieve our travel goals.

  • Jason has sorted our travel for 20 years now. Simply the BEST.
    Crispin

  • I have dealt with Jason twice now. I went back the second time as my first experience was so good. Now I am experiencing just as good if not better service with such patience and attention to detail. Anyone would be hard put to find a better and more pleasant travel agent.
    Beryce

  • Fantastic service from Jason and the team - will never again make our own bookings, great to be able to tap into all that knowledge and expertise. Thanks for making wonderful memories for us. (Cruise on Med and Europe travel}
    Marag

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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    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.
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    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.

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