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House of Travel Jenny Nilsson

ASB Building 117 Market Street North
Hastings
Hawke's Bay

P+64 6-878-8858
F+64 6-878-8060
E jennynilsson@hot.co.nz

Hours:
Weekdays: 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday: 9am - 12pm

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Thanks for visiting the House of Travel Jenny Nilsson page!

At House of Travel Jenny Nilsson we believe that Travel enriches people’s lives – providing a unique opportunity to see, to experience and to learn. The success of our business in Hastings has been based on one simple premise - our ability to transform normal holiday ideas into something quite exceptional.

Our experience in the travel business over the past 18 years allows us to add those inspirational tips, ideas and ‘off the beaten track’ experiences that in less experienced hands would not produce such exciting results.

This ability to ‘make a difference’ for our customers is what drives us and overwhelmingly our feedback tells us we’ve got it right.

If you would like to work with us in making sure your holiday is as good as it can possibly be, please pop in and have a chat with one of us about your holiday plans.

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SOUTH ISLAND QUILTERS TOUR
11 DAYS/10 NIGHTS FROM NAPIER

from  $4565 per person share twin
Departs 02 Sep 21
Includes flights

Includes:
• Flight ex Napier to Christchurch and return Christchurch to Napier
• Private Coach Charter in modern air conditioned coach with English speaking driver/guide
• 10 x nights Accommodation all with private facilities 
• Tour Admissions
• 10 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 7 dinners

Itinerary
Day 1 Christchurch
Curators House - Christchurch Tramway Restaurant
Day 2 Christchurch / Twizel
Ashford Store / Annie’s Country Quilt Store / Akaunui Historic House and Gardens / Lilla's Lace Museum
Day 3 Twizel / Queenstown
Rowan tree quilt gallery and workshop / Transpire Fiber Studio and Craft Gallery
Day 4 Queenstown
Quilt Fever - Quilting Class / Skyline’s Stratosfare Restaurant & Bar
Day 5 Queenstown
The Stitching Post / Akarua Wines & Kitchen by Artisan
Day 6 Milford Sound
Milford Sound Excursion / Fiordland Cinema
Day 7 Te Anau / Dunedin
Day 8 Dunedin
Otago Embroiderers group / Toitū Otago Settlers Museum / Olveston House / Nautical Knitters / Quilters and Patchworkers of Otago
Day 9 Dunedin / Oamaru
Whitestone Cheese Factory /TOTE (The Oamaru Textile Emporium)
Day 10 Oamaru / Christchurch
Riverstone Kitchen / The Quilting Shed
Day 11 Depart Christchurch
The Tannery / High Tea at the Penny Black Victorian Tearoom 


  
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KAWAKAWA STATION WALK
3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS FROM MARTINBOROUGH

from  $650 per person share twin
Personally Escorted by Jenny Nilsson
Departs 04 Nov 21
Flights are additional

Includes:
• 3 nights accommodation
• All meals plus morning and afternoon tea
• Luggage transfers

This three-day walk is one of the Wairarpa's best kept secrets an dis the absolute best way to explore Kawakawa Station. An impressive and contrasting landscape from the foot of the Aorangi Forest Park to the bus-clad high country down to the braided river streams and out to the stunning South Wairarapa coast. You will experience endless coastal views, crystal clear streams, bird and wildlife; the list goes on. Suitable for fit and keen walkers.


  
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ISLAND HILLS STATION WALKING TOUR
4 DAYS/3 NIGHTS FROM CHRISTCHURCH

from  $680 per person share twin
Personally Escorted by Jenny Nilsson
Departs 15 Oct 21
NOW TAKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Flights are additional

Includes:
• 3 nights accommodation
• 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
Excludes flights to and from Christchurch
Maximum Group size 10

Islands Hills Station is a working sheep, cattle and honey farm with it's own protected conservation reserve.

 


  
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KAIKOURA COAST TRACK TOUR
5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS FROM CHRISTCHURCH

from $1480 per person share twin
Personally Escorted by Jenny Nilsson
Departs 03 Dec 21
NOW TAKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Flights are additional

Includes:
• Transfers from Christchurch to first day of walk
• Meals on walk 3-6 December: 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 2 Dinners
• Kaikoura accommodation
• Coastal Pacific Train Kaikoura to Christchurch
• Transfer train station to Christchurch accommodation
• Transfer Christchurch airport

Walk Kaikoura’s hidden coastline & experience a private track like no other.

Kaikoura’s coastal track is a breathtakingly beautiful two day walk covering 26km. Discover a coast with abundant marine life, tussock covered tops and farmland. You’ll relax at lunch shelters with great views while enjoying a hot drink. You’ll tramp through bush filled gullies to views of the Seaward Kaikoura Mountains rising out of the vast Pacific Ocean.

What are you waiting for? This exclusive coastal walk is an ideal weekend getaway. Your hosts will take your luggage freeing you to walk unhindered. Each night you’ll enjoy comfortable upper-end backpacker accommodation provided by conservation minded farming families with a huge knowledge in the local area.

 

  
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WEST COAST GOLD CYCLE TOUR
6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS FROM CHRISTCHURCH

from  $ 2250 per person share twin
Departs 22 Mar 21
Excludes flights

Highlights:
• TransAlpine Express train Greymouth to Christchurch
• 3 days cycle tour
• Boutique accommodation
• Treetop Bush Walk
• Mahinapau Boat Cruise
• Hokitika Gorge tour
• All transfers

Includes:
• 5 nights accommodation (Scenic Waterways, Hokitika, Kumara, Christchurch
• Shuttle transfer from Hokitika to Ross
• E.Bike hire for 4 days (including helmet & carrier bag)
• Entry to the Tree Top Walk
• Shuttle from Hokitika to Milltown on Day 2 & 3
• 2 x Breakfasts (Provided at Scenic Waterways and Kumara)
• 1 packed lunch and 1 dinner at Scenic Waterways and Kumara)
• Lake Mahinapua Boat Cruise
• Hokitika Gorge Scenic Tour
• Bags transferred between accommodation providers (1 bag pp of 15kg or less)
• Hire bikes return to Hokitika Depot
• Trip plan


  
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SOUTH ISLAND BOWLS TOUR
11 DAYS/10 NIGHTS FROM NAPIER 
Guaranteed departure, limited spaces left!
from  $4376 per person share twin
Departs 26 Oct 21
Includes flights

Highlights:
• Sightseeing tour of Christchurch City
• Wanaka Bowling Club
• Gibbston Valley Winery tour
• Te Anau Bowling Club
• Burnside Bowling Club
• Wanaka Highlights Scenic Farm 4WD Safari
• Milford Sound Scenic Cruise
• Queenstown Bowling Club

Includes:
• Flights ex Napier to Christchurch and returning Queenstown to Napier
• Private Coach Charter
• 10 nights accommodation
• 10 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners
• Tour admissions as per itinerary
• All transfers


  
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EXCLUSIVE MOLESWORTH STATION & HANMER SPRINGS TOUR
5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS FROM CHRISTCHURCH

from $2390 per person share twin
Personally Escorted by Jenny Nilsson
Departs 28 Nov 21 
NOW TAKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Flights are additional

Includes:
• Transfers from Christchurch to Hanmer Springs
•∙ Hanmer accommodation
• Molesworth Station Tour 2 Day Experience Tour
• Hanmer Springs Thermal Pool & Spa single entry
• Waipara Winery Lunch
• Christchurch accommodation
• Christchurch attractions (half day)—gondola ride, punt ride, tram ride

Visit the historic Molesworth Station in the Canterbury high country. Take this rare opportunity to visit the high country of this ruggedly beautiful region, where mountains dominate the skyline.

The two-day experience tour, travel and explore the amazing scenery of the North Canterbury back  country discovering Molesworth Station, Lake Tennyson  and St James area.

Relax and unwind in the mineral-filled hot pools at Hanmer Springs,  experience the  breath taking setting on your winery lunch  and explore Christchurch attractions including gondola ride, punt ride and tram ride.

 


  
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NORTHLAND EXPERIENCE – UNIQUE BIKING & HIKING BESPOKE TOUR
5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS FROM THE BAY OF ISLANDS

from $2480 per person share twin
Personally Escorted by Jenny Nilsson
Departs 19 Nov 21
NOW TAKING EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Flights are additional

Includes:
• Guide
• 4 night’s accommodation with breakfast
• 3 dinners
• All transport/shuttles
• E bike hire

This is a fully supported, fully inclusive tour. Everything is organized for you, you have a Tour Leader supporting you but they do not actually cycle with you.  Our bikes are quality e-bikes guaranteeing a comfortable and very enjoyable riding experience.  With an e-bike you will be surprised at how far you can go.  The tour suits most abilities, and we can modify for those that want to do a bit less or a bit more!

 

  
HAVE HAST Gift Idea
At HOT Hastings we are stockists of Blackroll and Heather's Organic Feijoas range - perfect for a stocking filler or two!

To make an order please phone the store on 06 878 8858.

Heather’s Organic Feijoas

Organic Freeze-Dried Feijoa Powder 100g only $13.00

The Freeze-Dried Feijoa Powder is 100% feijoas.  The skin is left on to provide an intense flavour and increase nutrient density. This powder is perfect in smoothies and a variety of baking - sprinkle on top of the Xmas pav! The powder can also be simply sprinkled on cereal, yogurt or ice cream for a delicious nutritious hit. Lightweight so great to ship abroad.
Ingredients: 100% Organic feijoa 

Feijoa Hydrosol Face Mist

A beautiful product full of untapped potential in the natural cosmetics industry. The Feijoa Essence is batch made, using a hydrosol method.  Using organic feijoa skins  extract all the nutrients and oils before carefully bottling it.

This essence is typically used as a facial toner and an invigorating all over body spritz. Feijoa skins are high in both anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. This coupled with the natural oils, makes our essence eczema friendly and ideal for acne sufferers.

The essence can also be used as an aftershave, a natural deodorant, foot spray or even as an air freshener.  Feijoas have ant-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-inflamatory properties, making this spritzer soothing and uplifting.  It up-shifts your mood! 

Ingredients: Organic feijoas skins, Rain water.

50ml $15.00  100ml $22.00

Organic Freeze-Dried Feijoa Wedges 

Freeze-dried Feijoa Wedges are 100% feijoas.  The skin is left on to provide an intense flavour and increase nutrient density. They are an unadulterated snack, you can eat as is or pop in your bag. You are able to break it up and use in a trail mix, muesli, meringue, or make chocolates such as fondue and chocolate bark . And yes you can rehydrate them with water or juice! Lightweight so great to ship abroad.

Ingredients: 100% organic feijoas.
Only $8.00 25gm bag

Made in Hawke's Bay the unique range of frozen, freeze-dried, and powdered organic feijoa fruit. Feijoas are high in bio-actives, Vitamins C and K, and have a unique and moreish flavour. Heather’s Feijoas are 100% New Zealand grown, gluten and GMO free, and Biogro certified. Whether enjoyed on their own or added as an ingredient, Heather’s Feijoas can be enjoyed across every season!


Blackroll

Xmas special Blackroll mat and bag was $130 now $120!!

The Blackroll Yoga Mat is a German made, non-slip mat that offers optimal grip thanks to its checkered underlay texture: whilst still offering the perfect cushioning and structured surface for comfortable, joint-friendly training.

The Blackroll Mat's thickness is a perfect 5mm allowing for that perfect amount of cushioning whilst also allowing the ground to be felt. At 1.85m in length, the Blackroll Mat allows for a greater degree of exercises than most conventional mats. The Blackroll Mat also features a diamond structure on its base which completely prevents slippage.


HOT Jenny Nilsson staff

Jenny Nilsson
Owner Operator

Over 30 years of doing what I LOVE - TRAVEL! I have owned my travel business in Hawkes Bay for over 20 years. I love to create, inspire and market individual tours, groups, and special events.

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Debby McRobbie
Senior Consultant

The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page. - St. Augustine I pride myself in a professional, personal and friendly approach by delivering outstanding service. I always believe in going the extra mile.

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Donna Harrison
Consultant

Let me use my twenty years travel experience to create your dream holiday. I have a passion for Adventure travel ,exploring new places but also enjoy lounging on the beach and everything in between.

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Wendy Sangster
Travel Consultant

I have joined House of Travel this year from the Air NZ Holidays Store. Come and see me in my new location to plan and book your next exciting adventure.

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** Winner of 2012 UNISON FIBRE HASTINGS CITY BUSINESS AWARDS Supreme Award for Business Excellence and the Award for Excellence in Professional Service! **

 
 




HOT Jenny Nilsson's travel tips

"First time travellers to Disneyland on arrival go to the Town Hall (on your left at the Main gate) and get your 1st Visit Badge Free" ~ Debbie

​"When travelling in taxis, also get the name of the driver and their cab number"
"Wear and carry washable silk clothing whenever possible. It is as warm as and as cool as cotton. It dries overnight and 10-15 pieces 4. Plastic rain coat can double as a bathrobe or windbreaker" ~ Debby

"For security use ATMs rather than travellers checks. You'll get your cash cheaper and faster. Note that they come with transaction fees, but you can minimize them by making fewer and larger withdrawals." ~ Donna

"Coordinate your clothes around one or two basic colours. This cuts down on the number of shoes and accessories you have to bring." ~ Jenny

"Take older clothes that can be discarded along the way. Great for growing children. Many places, the local people are pleased to get these castoffs. There are travellers who take nothing but old clothes so they have that much more room for bringing souvenirs home" ~ Jenny

"Make sure you have a copy of your passport and itinerary with a family member or friend." ~ Steve




 

HOT Jenny Nilsson testimonial

HOT Jenny Nilsson testimonial
HOT Jenny Nilsson testimonial

Sphinx in Cairo

Colossi of Ramses in Abu Simbel

EGYPT, ISRAEL & JORDAN

"The accommodation in Egypt was always well situated (in Cairo close to the Pyramids, in Aswan we had an excellent view of the Nile and in Alexandria on the waterfront. Our local reps and guides in Egypt were all excellent - we felt very safe at all times, and all our guides were very knowledgeable and explained things clearly.

In Israel we experienced the "Classical Israel Tour" – our driver Uri was excellent with great knowledge, and explained everything well with a great sense of humour. The local agents were brilliant, and we loved that the Gilgal Hotel in Tel Aviv was so handy to the beach.

The "Jordan Discovery" tour was another excellent tour with plenty of time at the sites.  The whole day at Petra was great.

A big 'thank you' to the Innovative Travel Company for a very well organised tour. This was our second holiday with your company. Thank you so much."

Dianne & Denis - May/June 2014


Agent: Steve Lawson from House of Travel Jenny Nilsson in Hastings

Top photo: by the Sphinx in Cairo
Bottom photo: Colossi of Ramses in Abu Simbel

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“Try and see a city from the 3 perspectives - hop on hop off day tour, river boat tour and a night illuminations tour.“
 

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