DESTINATIONS ADD-ONS | AUSTRALASIA 3 VISIT NEW ZEALAND’S BAY OF ISLANDS


New Zealand might be a small country, but it packs a lot in – and if clients haven’t already got the Bay of Islands on their list, it’s time to add it. Located about three hours’ drive north of Auckland, this 144-island archipelago is a hotspot for penguins, dolphins, whales and other wildlife, with subtropical rainforest, scenic coastal trails and charming seaside towns among the lures. Anzcro has a five-day self-drive taking in the highlights, including a dolphin- spotting cruise with a visit to the famous Hole in the Rock on Motukako Island and a guided day trip to Cape Reinga, the most northerly point of the country,


where adventurers can sandboard in the shade of native kauri trees. Book it: From £552, including accommodation, car hire and activities. anzcro.co.uk


HOP OVER TO TASMANIA


From craggy coastlines studded with seals and penguins to the Alpine peaks of Cradle Mountain National Park, Tasmania’s natural beauty is well-documented – but it’s not only about the wildlife. This diverse island is home to a growing culinary scene, with locally produced gin, whisky and wine meeting fresh seafood, truffles and cheese, and a string of gourmet restaurants on hand to celebrate its foodie heritage. APT homes in on the best of them on a six-day Epicurean 4WD Escape, with a string of culinary experiences ranging from oyster-harvesting to wine tasting, plus other highlights including a visit to the Museum of Old and New Art and a trip to Maria


Island, once a site for convicts. Book it: Prices for 2022 to be confirmed.


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savour A POLYNESIAN WELCOME IN SAMOA


If beaches plucked from paradise, rainforests filled with wildlife and waters the colour of cobalt sound like your clients’ thing, suggest a trip to Samoa, where authentic Polynesian cultures meet rustic, one-off stays. The biggest of its nine islands are Savai’i, home to plunging waterfalls and forested volcanoes, and Upolu, where deserted beaches sit side by side with colourful, sleepy villages. Jetset Tailor Made suggests pairing the two, with stays at the Amoa Resort (pictured) – home to 15 bungalows set on a crystal-clear lagoon – and Coconuts Beach Club Resort, which boasts


Samoa’s only overwater villas. Book it: Three nights at Coconuts Beach Club on Upolu and two nights at Amoa Resort, Savai’i, costs from £1,065, based on two sharing B&B with flights from Sydney on December 5. jetsetflights.co.uk


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