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Did You Know That We Are Small Cruise Ship Experts?

We Are Small Cruise Ship Experts!. Small ships with under 1000 passengers. We have exclusive contracts with the following cruise companies and know the differences. We will save you money!

How to book your perfect Australia / New Zealand vacation.

How to book your perfect Australia / New Zealand vacation.

  How to book your perfect Australia / New Zealand vacation.         Unable to find the ideal itinerary of Australia and/or New Zealand that hits all of your high points? No tours that allow you to experience the itinerary of your dreams? WE HAVE THE ANSWER! All of our tours are independent…. Read more »

Australia and New Zealand are now open for U.S. Travelers. 

The bottom line is – Unless your travel is imperative – wait before purchasing an airline ticket.
We are, however, planning the land portion of vacations for the last part of 2022 and in 2023 and 2024.  Call or email us for details.

Why A Cruise in Australia & New Zealand Should Be On Your Bucket List

Choosing between Australia & New Zealand can be hard. Both are gorgeous and have different attractions, activities and sights to see. Why choose when you can visit both during a cruise? Here are some fantastic reasons why a cruise to Australia & New Zealand should be on your bucket list.

Is Australia or New Zealand in Your Future Travel Plans?

If you are planning to visit Australia or New Zealand in the future, there are a few things to keep in mind. When travel does open up to visitors from North America, many things might be different.  You may need to possess more than just an entry visa. Here are some things that might be handy to know when planning your trip to Australia or New Zealand

10 of the Top Tourist Attractions in Australia

Australia is full of wonderful attractions. From sacred aboriginal grounds, coral reefs, rain forests, red deserts and more, Australia is a land of dreams. Full of spectacular beauty, explore the vibrant cities, ancient rain forests and natural wonders. Here are some of the best tourist attractions in Australia.

Tahiti Reopening Date set for May 1st

We are excited to share some wonderful news with you! Tahiti is re-opening to international Tourism on July 15th 2020!! Quarantine measures will be completely lifted and borders will re-open to international tourism all countries….

Why you should book Your International Travel or Luxury Cruise thru a Mid-Sized Travel Agency – Our 42nd Year!

Our wait times for travelers to talk to an agent during this crisis was less than 30 seconds. 
Wait times for the big companies ranged from 2-12 hours!
You will never talk to an intern at Travel Team. 
All our agents have been designing international vacations and luxury cruises for a minimum of 12 years! 
Several for as many as 30 years!
We seldom get beat on price by the big companies and never on expertise!
Try us!

Unique Things You Can Only Do in The Australian Outback

The Australian Outback is one of the most majestic, intriguing and wondrous places you can visit in the world.  The Outback is full of things to see and do, as well as rich in Aboriginal culture. Many of our trips feature visits that take you the outback,  if you want a tailor-made vacation created just for you, our experienced  agents can plan the perfect vacation for your needs, just call 800-788-0829 and let us create the ideal trip for you. Here are some experiences that you can only have in the Australian Outback and some reasons that you to visit the Outback!

Tips for Traveling Between the North & South Island of New Zealand

New Zealand is the ultimate travel destination, gorgeous landscape, rugged beaches, city life, and more, it is also easy to see the country in one trip! New Zealand has 2 main islands, the North & the South Island which are separated by the Cook Strait. Whether you choose to travel by car, ferry, plane or a combination, read this helpful guide

Australia Trip Planning Guide

Australia is a dream vacation destination. There is so much to see and do it can be difficult to decide where to even begin. Never fear, our travel team agents can help from the best time to go, what to see and to plan your dream vacation. Here is a handy guide to get you started.

FEDERAL COURT FINDS TRIVAGO MISLED CONSUMERS ABOUT HOTEL ROOM RATES

The Federal Court of Australia has found that Trivago BREACHED AUSTRALIAN CONSUMER LAW BY MAKING MISLEADING REPRESENTATIONS ABOUT HOTEL ROOM RATES ON ITS WEBSITE AND IN ITS TV ADS. The court ruled that from at least December 2016, Trivago misled consumers by representing its website would quickly and easily help users identify the cheapest rates available for a given hotel.

According to the court’s findings, Trivago used an algorithm that placed significant weight on which online hotel booking site paid the OTA the highest cost-per-click fee in determining its website rankings and often did not highlight the cheapest rates for consumers.

What is Vivid Sydney

Vivid Sydney is the world’s largest festival of lights! During this yearly winter festival of music, ideas, and lights!, the city of Sydney is transformed. Vivid Sydney  is typically held during the last week in May until the middle of June.

Group Travel – Do You Represent a Group?

The Travel Team has over 40 years of experience handling travel for groups of 10, 20, 50, 100 or more! Including student groups, studying abroad, senior citizen groups, family groups, Destination Weddings or even your companies’ group conference or incentive trip. Let our agents coordinate every aspect of your travel needs,

9 Things You Can Only Do in Auckland

Auckland is a vibrant city full of exciting adventure and sights. If you have ever wondered what to do in Auckland here is a list of 9 things you can only do in Auckland…

8 Myths About Australia Debunked

Some people think Australia is full of cuddly koala bears, people drinking Foster’s beer, convicts and full of dangerous animals. These are actually not true – here are 8 myths about Australia that have been debunked.

Things to Know Before You Go to Fiji

Fiji is one of the most Welcoming places on Earth. The locals are very friendly, the beaches are stunning and it is pretty easy to travel and get around in Fiji. Here are a few things you should know before you go to Fiji…

Important Things to Bring for Your Australia Trip

Getting ready to travel to Australia? The land down under is full of excitement, adventure and endless things to experience. To make sure you have the best trip you will want to make sure to pack some essentials. Here are 7 things that you should bring on your trip to Australia.