House of Travel Motueka
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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
Christmas Hours 
- 23rd December - 9.30am - 4.30pm
- 24th December - 9.30am - 2.00pm, followed by a Christmas drink for an hour.
- 25th - 27th December - CLOSED with Friday being a mandatory AL day.
- 30th December - 9.30am - 4.30pm
- 31st December - 9.30am - 2.00pm
- 1st - 2nd January - CLOSED
- 3rd January - 9.30am - 4.30pm
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
Linda Kroupa
Owner Operator
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.
Jason Kroupa
Owner Operator
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.
Emmie Wickenden
Travel Consultant
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.
Jen Low
Travel Consultant
My journey in travel began in 1988 when I started working for House of Travel. It opened a world of experiences and insights into the travel industry.
My journey in travel began in 1988 when I started working for House of Travel. It opened a world of experiences and insights into the travel industry.
Lynne Hardie
Travel Consultant
After a previous life as a Teacher, I backpacked through Asia to spend 3 years in the UK in the 80’s. 18 months in Telluride, Colorado skiing, lead me back to ChCh where I began my life as a Travel Consultant 25 years ago- an industry which I love.
After a previous life as a Teacher, I backpacked through Asia to spend 3 years in the UK in the 80’s. 18 months in Telluride, Colorado skiing, lead me back to ChCh where I began my life as a Travel Consultant 25 years ago- an industry which I love.
Pam Young
Designer of Holidays
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.
Rebecca Pratt
Senior Travel Consultant
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.
Rebekah Fraser
Travel Consultant
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.
Steve Harper
Travel Consultant
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.
Tanya Fuller
Travel Consultant
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
News and events
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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. -
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. -
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.
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