Kapiti Coast Team

House of Travel Kapiti Coast

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48 Main Road, Waikanae
Kapiti Coast
Wellington / Wairarapa
5036
Monday
9:00am - 4:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 4:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 4:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Welcome to House of Travel Kapiti Coast


At House of Travel Kapiti Coast we pride ourselves on listening to our customers. Really listening!

This allows us to enhance the travel ideas you bring to us, to use the wide ranging travel experience of our specialist team to add ideas and suggestions as well as the travel details that our customers sometimes ‘don’t know that they don’t know’. And to be there for you, just a phone call or email away right throughout your travels. Our aim is to help you make the best of every single day of your travel time, that what you do is safe, and that you get absolute value for your money.

If you want to make your next overseas holiday just the best that it can possibly be we invite you to contact us to discuss what you have in mind.

Jo Coolen
Owner Operator


Meet the team

I love listening to the ideas clients bring to me and working with them to create a great travel experience. Our fun office is packed with an amazing amount of knowledge, customer feedback, support and bloody good travel tales and tips!
I love listening to the ideas clients bring to me and working with them to create a great travel experience. Our fun office is packed with an amazing amount of knowledge, customer feedback, support and bloody good travel tales and tips!
The Cultures, Experiences and opportunities are some of the reasons I joined the Travel industry! With so much to see and only one life to live, let me help make your dream vacations a reality.
The Cultures, Experiences and opportunities are some of the reasons I joined the Travel industry! With so much to see and only one life to live, let me help make your dream vacations a reality.
Having worked in the industry for over 30 years I still thrive on the excitement that builds as I help plan travel adventures both for my clients and of course myself.
Having worked in the industry for over 30 years I still thrive on the excitement that builds as I help plan travel adventures both for my clients and of course myself.
I just love the excitement of helping you plan your dream holiday! I take pride in what I do and love sharing my passion of travel. I've got a wide range of knowledge and experiences after being in the travel industry for 8 years and travelling to many parts of the world. Let me work with you to design unforgettable travel experiences, so that all you need to worry about is creating lasting memories!
I just love the excitement of helping you plan your dream holiday! I take pride in what I do and love sharing my passion of travel. I've got a wide range of knowledge and experiences after being in the travel industry for 8 years and travelling to many parts of the world. Let me work with you to design unforgettable travel experiences, so that all you need to worry about is creating lasting memories!

What our customers have to say

  • I use HoT frequently for business travel booking. My travel agent is great at what she does and is always ready to help.
  • Have used HOT on several occasions and find them very approachable , travel arrangements made quickly and as required.
  • Stacey is a knowledgeable asset to the HOT team. Stacey was very prepared for our meeting with her. She’s taking on board what we envision to be our perfect honeymoon and Stacey has elevated this to the next level. It’s not often you come across TA who has genuine care for their customers. Stacey has provided us with multiple options that would be relevant to our budget and provided us with package deals to take our trip to the next level. Stacey is authentic in her approach to managing our dream holiday and I couldn’t be happier with the trip Stacey has planned for us. We’re so lucky to have had Stacey’s expertise lead us through a very exciting adventure.
    Mikaylah
  • I phoned to urgently tag my family on to a booking made by other family members for flights in Internet sale. Staff member pleasant and accommodating despite being busy with something else. Then phoned me back to chase me along re confirming happy with booking and to ensure I got them paid for before 5pm as running out of time. Then stayed past 5pm to make sure all wrapped and done. Prompt, pleasant, no hassles service. And cheap flights. Awesome, well done.
    Leeann
  • Stacey made sure I had everything I needed and went over and above it ensure I understood everything. On my trip I missed a connecting flight and lost my bag! Stacey was also on her own holiday - this didn't stop her from assisting/calming me down, looking at other alternatives for me. She made sure I knew where I needed to go what I needed to do and made sure I kept her in the loop at all times! if it wasn't for her help I would have gone even crazier than I was at the time! I'm so pleased I made my booking with Stacey. She made traveling a breeze.
    Leeann
  • My experience with HOT was excellent. It's great value, as Stacey is able to understand quickly what I'm looking for and convert this into an awesome itinerary. All of the activities which Stace booked for me were amazing (Active Asia were great and happily re-arranged a trip to the Mekong Delta for me, and I got upgraded to a private tour!) The airport transfers were seamlessly booked and it was fabulous that I could just pop in and pick up the relevant documents before I left. Could not recommend Stacey highly enough and she made a much needed holiday the best it could be, and was available to problem solve on my behalf. What an absolute legend!
    Emily
  • She saw me straight away and was so helpful. I hate boking holidays online myself as I get too anxious that I have done something wrong but she was happy to help! Also got my quote within a few hours of seeing her!
    Nicole
  • Always have had great service and Jaimee always comes back without delay for any travel enquiry we have made. Has recommended accommodation. Always gives us a variety of flight options. Wouldn't hesitate in using Jaimee for all future travel bookings.
    Fiona
  • My initial inquiry / booking was for two, then it became three and finally four... with two staying three nights and two staying one night, plus acquiring show tickets initially for two then four. Fiona was very patient and accommodating and able to secure the show tickets for a Saturday night which was not originally advertised. The Saturday night was a special request as its a surprise birthday present. I was extremely grateful for the effort she put in to make this trip to Sydney so special.
    Lynda

News and events

  • Slide 1

    Ever tried airplane karaoke?

    Swifties are taking the world by storm and especially Kiwis. Taylor Swift has finished one of her shows in Melbourne where Kiwis flying back home didn't let the energy dial down just yet. Passengers onboard the 4 hour NZ128 flight back home from Melbourne had one of Taylor's hits "Shake it Off" playing during the flight with the Eras concert goers were singing and standing during the flight.
  • Slide 2

    4 wheels or 2? Here's one of the best destinations to explore using a scooter!

    When you think Italy you probably think Ferrari. Well, we think you should choose... Vespa! Italy is home to one of the most historically beautiful countries and monuments in the world. Flying by in your Ferrari won't let you enjoy the views. Slow down and take it in with a 2-wheeled wonder. The urban streets filled with culture and the Italian countryside, either of which are perfectly suited for the iconic moped and is definitely a must-do on your bucket list.
  • Slide 3

    Kings Cross has a new boutique hotel opened in this iconic location.

    Sydney's iconic Coke sign has a new boutique hotel finally opened. The boutique hotel has lavish rooms with a hint of timeless heritage in a modern twist. The offered luxury is something to see. Hotel Indigo Potts Point is the name and it's taking Sydney by storm as it sits right behind the iconic "Coke sign" in Sydney. The hotel brings past and future together in a boutique and luxurious way.
  • 12 Feb

    New Maldives resort just 15 mins from international airport

    SO/ Maldives is opening a luxury resort in the heart of the islands of Maldives. It’s been the talk of the town as it’s only 15 minutes away from an International airport. The resort lies within the Emboodhoo Lagoon, with access to the Male Velana International Airport via speedboat. This luxury opportunity upholds amazing experience for couples and families looking to unwind and relax in style. The resort has a variety of suites with the classic overwater villa being a key feature.
  • 12 Feb 2

    Boring Museums? Not in Japan!

    One of Japan’s coolest museums recently reopened to public. teamLab’s digital art collective has an array of immersive art installations which operating using cutting-edge technology. International tourists are drawn to teamLab’s art exhibitions and museums for the awe-inspiring and memory making experiences. It’s a definite Must-Do!
  • 12 Feb 3

    Living life on the rails.

    The world’s most famous train has just opened a brand new route. Crossing from Paris to Portofino, the 2 day journey won’t only give you an experience of a lifetime, it will also set you back $8,500 one way. The heritage and prestige onboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express has never seen the Ligurian coast in its lifetime. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience which should not be overlooked.

Our travel stories

Postcard from Southern Italy & More

Southern Italy & More, August 2022.

Our group of 6 friends started off on a custom built adventure to Europe. 

After a few nights in London, Paris and Florence we headed to the Amalfi Coast, where we did usual visits, Pompeii, Capri, Positano, but also got off the beaten track & had a private cooking class on a local farm, complete with homemade limoncello..... "delissimo". 

Postcard from Kerala

What a better way to navigate the waterways of Southern India than on a converted rice barge! 


Postcard from Singapore

Singapore was hot, beautiful and another Bucket list destination.

Postcard from Australia

Escape to Rotto (aka Rottnest Island) a short ferry ride from Perth where you are surrounded by beautiful beaches and quokkas! You can take snorkeling/diving trips, speedboat tours, Segway tours...

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