Petra Otte

Owner Operator

Lovely to meet you

Having spent 40+ years, 30 owning my own HOT outlet here in the heart of Wellington, in this exciting and ever changing industry you could say that extraordinary resilience is at the top of my skite sheet given the many and varying challenges that have faced travellers over the years.

My clients and colleagues describe me as a passionate people person, who endeavours to get the best out of a traveller's investment.

It is important for me to be inclusive of everyone within a travelling party, to hear the voice of each traveller, and ensure everyone's wishes are met.

Having been to all continents bar Antarctica which is high on my list, I have also travelled in all styles from budget overland backpacking to luxury cruises which allows me to relate to all clients and work with you for what is best for you.

Petra

My favourite holiday memories

Japan

I was privileged to have the chance to visit Japan, a country of SO many contrasts, beauty and in a class of it's own.
Pacific Island Cruise

Our extended family Pacific Island cruise with 3 generations celebrating my parent's Golden wedding anniversary. So much fun and so much to do for all ages - highlight was seeing the kids pushed outside their comfort zone such as "walking the plank." Brilliant stuff!
Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka with our teenager few years back - a couple of very diverse Sri-Lankan mother and daughter pics! Another one of those countries that just has it ALL! Fab people, wildlife, history, beaches incredible scenery - gotta go folks.
Africa

I have been lucky enough to travel to both Southern and Eastern Africa. During my times in Africa, I have experienced a range of travelling styles from backpacking to staying in the more luxurious game lodges and would love to work with you to maximize your time and investment. There is a saying "You leave Africa but Africa NEVER leaves you" - a must do, life changing experience!
Greek Islands

I've personally been to a number of the Greek Islands from Santorini to Paros and Samos and love that each is so different. I have also had the privilege of looking after a number of WWII commemorative tours which of course included in depth visits to the beautiful island of Crete where they love meeting their beloved Kiwis!
South East Asia

What can I say about South East Asia but GO! Each of these countries offers something quite unique, has culture, history and not to mention the most amazing food and they are so affordable!
Cruising

Having done more than my fair share of cruises, from travelling on a 3.5 star extended family cruise covering three generations of our family to the more high end Silversea small ship luxury cruise from Copenhagen up and into the most stunning fjords off the Norwegian coast down to Hamburg last May/June.

Creating better holidays

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

Adventure
Coach Touring
Small Ship Cruising
Expedition Cruising
Ocean Cruising
River Cruising
Couples Travel
Family Travel
Group Travel
Luxury Travel
Road Trips
Safaris
Solo Travel
Train Journeys

Some of the destinations I have explored

What my customers have to say

Excellent professional service as always. I would never travel overseas without using Petra at House of Travel. Communications are superb and I know if I had a problem with any travel local or out of the country, it would be dealt with quickly, and solutions provided. Grateful thanks to Petra and her HOT team

Laurie
Petra and her team are amazing. We have just done our first big trip back to the USA since Covid. Petra helped us with all our flight booking requirements and promptly contacted us when there were schedule changes which needed urgent attention. As a result we had seamless travel throughout the US. We did have a slight issue with some seating arrangements on the first part of our journey but Petra went into bat for us and it was all sorted quickly and to our satisfaction. Nothing was a problem and I am so glad to have her and her team behind us whenever we travel. Highly recommended.

Angela
I recently had to travel overseas. Petra was very helpful and supportive all the time. I had to change one of my flights when I returned to NZ and even though we were in lockdown Petra was very attentive to my emails and helped me and my partner to go back home safely. I have booked my trips with House of Travel for the last few years with both Chloe and Petra and they have always provided a high quality service, they are so friendly and professional. I am really happy that they didn't close down., I would highly recommend House of Travel!

Tania
We couldn't speak highly enough of the fabulous profesional service we recieved from Petra. Petra was "on the button" all the way in a somewhat changing climate, gave us great advice over a number of areas, always willing to look at options and all done with quick but full responses and delivered with such enthusiasm and warmth. We thought we had worked with excellent agents previously ..... Petra is out in front by miles. Needless to say a seamless trip from departure to arrival.

Russ