GettyImages 669616802 Vietnam

Sam Hepburn

Lovely to meet you

From a young age, I was captivated by the thrill of travel. Our family road trips around New Zealand ignited a lifelong passion for exploring the world. With every opportunity since, I ventured to new corners of the globe meeting incredible people along the way. 

After university I grabbed my back pack and like many young Kiwis headed off on a OE, spending time working in Australia, England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland and Spain. 

Returning to New Zealand, I seized the chance to turn my passion into a career. For the past decade, as the proud owner of House of Travel Masterton, I've continued to explore the world while helping countless clients embark on their own extraordinary adventures. More recent travel highlights are France, an Alaskan cruise, Tasmania, Portugal, a USA road trip and many trips to various Pacific Islands.

My purpose is to craft unforgettable travel experiences that not only build lasting relationships but also create cherished memories. I am dedicated to making every journey enjoyable, transparent and prosperous, with the ultimate goal of enhancing people's lives through the transformative power of travel.

The people I've encountered and the memories we've crafted together make me feel immensely fortunate to be part of such a dynamic industry.

If you're ready to embark on your next adventure and would like a dedicated consultant to help you every step of the way, give me a call. 

Together we can craft an unforgettable journey tailored just for you.

Sam


Some of the destinations I have explored

AFRICA: South Africa
ASIA: China | Hong Kong | Korea | Singapore 
AUSTRALIA: Adelaide, South Australia | Brisbane, Queensland | Darwin/Red Centre | Gold Coast, Queensland | Hobart, Tasmania | Melbourne, Victoria | Perth/Kimberleys, WA | Sunshine Coast | Sydney, New South Wales
MIDDLE EAST: Dubai, UAE 
NORTH AMERICA: Alaska | Canada | Hawai`i | USA
SOUTH PACIFIC: Fiji | Niue | Norfolk Island | Rarotonga, Cook Islands | Samoa 
UK/EUROPE: Austria | Croatia | Ireland | England | France | Italy | Greece | Netherlands | Scotland | Spain/Portugal | Wales

What my customers have to say

  • Five star service from Sam at HOT Masterton. Totally professional in his approach to sorting our itinerary. Very responsive and clear timely communications. I can’t recommend Sam and the team at Masterton HOT. Thank you guys.
    Bron
  • Sam was amazing, as always. We asked him to help us with our trip given the uncertainties around travel at the moment and we're so pleased we did as even simple bookings became pretty challenging. We also appreciated the heads up on checking details on our travel insurance even though we hadn't purchased our policy through HoT. Would happily recommend getting HoT to help you plan your next trip :)
    Mike & Claire
  • Sam was efficient, punctual and thoughtful . He really knows his work, and is a great people person, a wonderful listener.
    Mary
  • Sam was fantastic. He listened to what we were after, and came back the same afternoon with a few options. His knowledge and advice, greatly appreciated. The staff are always great to deal with!
    Barbie
  • Sam went out of his way to provide me with the right choices. Sam kept me in the loop and even responded after hours.
    Debbie
  • Sam is always amazing to deal with!
    Jane
  • Sam is always very helpful, knowledgeable and responsive. We always go to the House of Travel because we always feel well looked after and confident in the travel plans we make together.
    Emma

Awards & qualifications

  • Cruise Line International Association
  • Blue Lagoon Cruises Specialist
  • Tahiti Specialist
  • Fiji Specialist
  • Amadeus Conversion Course