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Kelly-Ann Patterson

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Kelly-Ann Patterson

Retail Manager

House of Travel Lower Hutt
+64-569-0950 Kellyann.p@hot.co.nz
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Lovely to meet you

I'm seen as a great relationship builder who is passionate about people and their travel adventures. I've travelled extensively both on my own and with my two teenage boys. Rarely go to any place twice as there's too much of the world to see. 

I don't have a specific favourite destination as it's all about new frontiers for me and stepping outside of my comfort zone. 

I've been in the industry for 20+ years including 5 years working for Air New Zealand where I gained a wealth of knowledge which I'm finding invaluable in the complex world of airfares post COVID. 

Contact me - always up for a chat!

Kelly-Ann 


My favourite holiday memories

  • Rarotonga
    Rarotonga Kelly-Ann

    Paradise almost on our doorstep, I love getting up to the Cook Islands to soak up some warmth and to indulge in the incredibly great food. Always a treat to visit!

  • Fiji
    Fiji Kelly Ann

    Family holiday bliss, who doesn't love hearing BULA 300 times a day. Fiji has it all, top tip- Cloud 9 day trip, a must for all!

  • Adelaide
    Adelaide Kelly Ann

    WOW! Blew me away, stunning city and lets not forget that it boasts one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world - The Barossa Valley. Incredible place to visit and if you plan your trip around the Fringe festival then you are in for a real treat!

  • Chicago
    Chicago Kelly-Ann

    Crisp and cool in the winter, I adore Chicago, so much to see and do. If you can get a NBA Bulls game in too!

  • Alaska
    Alaska Kelly Ann

    Visiting Alaska was a dream come true. Incredible beauty, wildlife, seeing the northern lights was spectacular. Huskies, bears, salmon and hot dogs just a few of my highlights. I cannot wait to go back one day. 

  • Royal Alcazar of Seville
    Postcard from Royal Alcazar of Seville

    A must see in Seville, as this historic royal palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The sheer beauty of the gardens and the history will blow you away. You can enjoy a beautiful walk on your way to the palace which also takes you through the Jewish quarter. 

  • Mykonos
    Mykonos Kelly-Ann Patterson

    Mykonos is a traditional Cycladic village built around a bay. It has whitewashed cubic houses with wooden doors that you will see everywhere and lots of cats! The Island is filled with narrow streets for leisurely strolls, sunset views, and a mix of local and luxury shopping and dining.

  • Santorini
    Santorini Kelly-Ann Patterson

    Heaven on earth. One photo doesn't do this magical place justice! I loved it, the views are more than you imagined, better than that post card! pop on your best walking shoes so you can get your steps up and walk down the stairs (rather than up!) take the cable car for that if you are arriving on a cruise ship.

  • Granada
    Granada Kelly-Ann Patterson

    Gateway to Alhambra, just when you think you have seen all the palaces! Maker sure you pre book a spot on a tour as this can get busy, but once you are inside the size of this palace gives you ample space to walk at your own pace and enjoy it all. Do not miss out on trying Churro & Chocolate while visiting Granada YUM!!!

Creating better holidays 

Whatever your travel dreams, I will work with you to create the best holiday possible. The holidays I specialise in include:

  • Family Travel - Having two boys of my own, I've become quite the expert on requirements of keeping these two busy, happy and not hungry!
  • Group Travel - Schools, weddings, sports teams, stag dos, hen's parties - you name it! If you have a group, I'm your gal!
  • Cycling
  • Golfing
  • Hiking Walking
  • Skiing
  • Adventure
  • Coach Touring
  • Small Ship Cruising
  • Expedition Cruising
  • Ocean Cruising
  • River Cruising
  • Couples Travel
  • Disney Holidays
  • Luxury Travel
  • Road Trips
  • Safaris
  • Solo Travel
  • Train Journeys

Some of the destinations I have explored

AFRICA: Kenya | Serengeti 
ASIA: Bali, Indonesia | China | Hong Kong | Myanmar | Singapore | Thailand | Vietnam/Cambodia/Laos
AUSTRALIA: Adelaide, South Australia | Brisbane, Queensland | Gold Coast, Queensland | Hobart, Tasmania | Melbourne, Victoria | Perth/Kimberleys, WA | Sunshine Coast | Sydney, New South Wales
MIDDLE EAST: Turkey
NORTH AMERICA: Alaska | Hawai`i | USA
SOUTH PACIFIC: Fiji | New Caledonia | Rarotonga, Cook Islands | Samoa |Vanuatu
UK/EUROPE: Austria | Croatia | Germany | Iceland | Ireland | England | France | Italy | Greece | Netherlands | Norway/Finland | Scotland | Spain/Portugal | Switzerland 

What my customers have to say

  • Kelly-Ann is super friendly and easy to communicate with. I never had an issue, and doubt I ever will. Kelly-Ann is a professional at what she does, always going above and beyond to make it simple for me and my friends to travel the world. Past experiences have been tremendous, and I'm sure they will be excellent in the future as well. Thanks again for all the help - Thailand, here we come!
    Barnaby

  • I'd like to thank Kelly-Ann from HOT. She was amazing, travelling in these covid times. Kelly-Ann helped us out every step of the way. Our flights changed while we were overseas, I didn't need to worry Kelly-Ann was onto it. I can highly recommend HOT and if you are lucky enough to have Kelly-Ann as your agent you are in great hands.
    Jac

Awards & qualifications

  • New Zealand Certificate in Travel Level 4
  • Cruise Line International Association
  • Aussie Specialist