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A continent of fascinating diversity, one corner might present historic tales detailing heroes and villains, while the other will dazzle with futuristic skylines and bright urban lights. You’ll get swept away in cultures that have been forged over many centuries, and stories that are depicted in time-worn towers, pagodas and even jungle-clad temples. From mesmerising monuments to time-honoured traditions. And don’t get us started  on the tantalising cuisine (You’ll be a chopsticks expert in a flash!)

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Gavin Rasikaran

Gavin Rasikaran

House of Travel Auckland City

I'm Gavin Rasikaran, your dedicated travel expert with a passion for exploring the world and a commitment to making your travel dreams a reality.

With over 40 years of experience in the travel industry, I've had the privilege of helping countless clients embark on unforgettable journeys to destinations near and far.

When it comes to planning an International trip, be it just one destination or an around the world journey, it call all become overwhelming and daunting. Together with you, I will help you plan a perfect holiday taking the stress away, personalised to you.

Gavin
Kellie Worters

Kellie Worters

House of Travel Upper Riccarton

Travel is not just my job - it’s my passion.  My first trip overseas was when I was 19(eek 27 years ago), I flew to America by myself to be a nanny and I’ve never looked back!!! Being able to talk travel all day (14 years worth)and inspire people with my stories and see their excitement, is my reward.  From Snowboarding in Canada and the French Alps,  meeting and holding hands with the Dalai Lama in India, My kids loving their Fiji, Rarotonga and family cruises or the adrenaline on the back of a scooter in peak hour traffic in Ho Chi Minh to relaxing with a coffee and watching the world go by in one of the little villages in the Cinque Terra is just a snippet of why my passion runs deep.  

I'm here to take the guesswork out of planning your next holiday, saving you time and hassle so you can make the most out of your time abroad!

Kellie

Lisa Grunsell

Lisa Grunsell

House of Travel Tauranga: The Crossing

With over 30 years in the travel industry, I still get that same excitement when creating holidays for my clients.


My extensive travel knowledge, combined with personal experiences, allows me to transform your dreams into reality.


Travel has truly been life-changing for me, from the diverse cultures to the countless continents I’ve explored. I would love to share that joy with you.


I invite you to come and chat with me—I’m here to make booking your holiday as easy and stress-free as possible. 

Lisa

Maree Thompson

Maree Thompson

House of Travel Mount Maunganui

From the first travel I did as a teenager I have wanted to travel the world, experience the food, absorb the culture and learn the history!!!

I have always been passionate about creating the ultimate holidays and feel that makes me the best planner of your holidays that I can be!! 

I had been selling travel for over 20 years when I felt something else was needed and to the leap to be the retail manger of House of Travel Papamoa. I feel I have never looked back and enjoy leading a fantastic group of people!!

I love my job!!! I love the fact that no one holiday is ever the same and also thrive on a challenge of a complex itinerary, round the world flight or something out of the norm. 

I think the benefit you get with me is the experience I have had planning and travel and the places I have travelled. 

I have travelled extensively and in particular done a lot around New Zealand, Australia, South Pacific Islands, USA and Europe and find that travel opens your mind to another world full of new experiences, new tastes and an appreciation for life in general. 

I have a rule that every trip I do I need to pick one unique thing to do on holiday that is un-usual or you would not do on another holiday .... I have been hot air ballooning, have been on a segway tour, have helicoptered out to an island etc.

My Travel Tips

* I am a bit of a IT geek so always travel with an adaptor that has USB ports for my IWatch, iPhone and iPad. 

*Have a store of great apps that help with travel, packing, maps, closest toilet etc.!!

*Always keep in touch with your travel agent so they can keep you up to date with deals that are out for your next holiday.

*Cash passports are a MUST as safe and easy way to travel. 

The best holidays are definitely created together so would love to get you in for an appointment and have a discussion about your travel dreams.

Maree


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