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Mahurangimatters 16 October 2013 | 19 tripping OUT FEATURE Going further, staying in touch 42 Queen Street, Tel: 09 425 8009 www.warkworthtravel.co.nz Warkworth Women only Worldwide Tours Woman Only trips are suitable for women of all ages and backgrounds, from single ladies in their 30s to busy mothers or executives looking for a getaway. Some women travel alone while others join friends, mothers, daughters or sisters to share a new experience. Contact us today for full itineraries and prices India ▪ Vietnam ▪ China ▪ Thailand ▪ Turkey ▪ Egypt Morocco ▪ Peru ▪ Argentina ▪ Kenya ▪ South Africa Ticking off the bucket list often involves an overseas trip to a destination that has some personal significance. World Travellers Warkworth director Lynette Giles says she once had a customer who wanted to go to Timbuktu, in Mali, West Africa, simply so he could say he’d been there. “There was quite a rigmarole in arranging his travel which included a three-day boat trip, but it’s always interesting when you get a more challenging destination,” she says. Lynette says themed holidays, based around common areas of interest, is still a growing sector of the travel market. Examples include road trips, active travel, nature-based tours, food and wine, farming and eco-tourism. A new version is ‘women only’ tours and earlier this year, tour company Indus launched 11 international tour options, tailored specifically with women in mind. They feature opportunities to share chai and chat with a successful female entrepreneur in Delhi, learn how women make ancient handmade crafts in traditional villages in Vietnam, take a tai chi lesson in the Temple of Heaven in China and create local dishes with a Tours themed for women just the ticket renowned chef in Morocco. “The tours all have local women guides, who are experts in their fields,” Lynette says. “They cater for groups of up to 16 and are appealing to a range of women. “For single women or women whose husbands aren’t interested in travelling, a small group gives them a sense of security which is important. There’s also the enjoyment of sharing experiences with people who have similar interests. I think this is why we’re also getting a lot of interest from mothers and daughters.” Spa treatments, cooking classes, perfume-making, sari dressing and a henna party are other examples of the specific choices on some of the tours. Interestingly, Lynette Sightseeing options come in all shapes and sizes. says she’s not aware of any demand for ‘men only’ tours, possibly because generally, women are more travel- minded than men. The ‘women only’ tours also have a humanitarian side to them. In developing countries, participants are encouraged to donate clothes, money, books and other resources which are then handed over to schools and charity organisations.
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tripping OUTFEATURE
Going further, staying in touch 42 Queen Street, Tel: 09 425 8009
www.warkworthtravel.co.nz
Warkworth
Women only Worldwide Tours
Woman Only trips are suitable for women of all ages and backgrounds, from single ladies in their 30s to busy mothers or executives looking for a getaway. Some women travel alone while others join friends, mothers, daughters or sisters to share a new experience.
Contact us today for full itineraries and prices
India ▪ Vietnam ▪ China ▪ Thailand ▪ Turkey ▪ Egypt Morocco ▪ Peru ▪ Argentina ▪ Kenya ▪ South Africa
Ticking off the bucket list often involves an overseas trip to a destination that has some personal significance.World Travellers Warkworth director Lynette Giles says she once had a customer who wanted to go to Timbuktu, in Mali, West Africa, simply so he could say he’d been there.“There was quite a rigmarole in arranging his travel which included a three-day boat trip, but it’s always interesting when you get a more challenging destination,” she says.Lynette says themed holidays, based around common areas of interest, is still a growing sector of the travel market. Examples include road trips, active travel, nature-based tours, food and wine, farming and eco-tourism.A new version is ‘women only’ tours and earlier this year, tour company Indus launched 11 international tour options, tailored specifically with women in mind.They feature opportunities to share chai and chat with a successful female entrepreneur in Delhi, learn how women make ancient handmade crafts in traditional villages in Vietnam, take a tai chi lesson in the Temple of Heaven in China and create local dishes with a
Tours themed for women just the ticketrenowned chef in Morocco.“The tours all have local women guides, who are experts in their fields,” Lynette says. “They cater for groups of up to 16 and are appealing to a range of women.“For single women or women whose husbands aren’t interested in travelling, a small group gives them a sense of security which is important. There’s also the enjoyment of sharing experiences with people who have similar interests. I think this is why we’re also getting a lot of interest from mothers and daughters.”Spa treatments, cooking classes, perfume-making, sari dressing and a henna party are other examples of the specific choices on some of the tours.Interestingly, Lynette
Sightseeing options come in all
shapes and sizes.
says she’s not aware of any demand for ‘men only’ tours, possibly because generally, women are more travel-minded than men.The ‘women only’ tours also have a humanitarian side to them. In developing countries, participants are encouraged to donate clothes, money, books and other resources which are then handed over to schools and charity organisations.
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It’s no secret thieves target tourists so we’ve spoken to the owner of Harvey World Travel in Warkworth, Michelle Beretta, about how not to be a victim when you’re on holiday.
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Michelle recommends getting travel insurance. “It covers you for anything unforeseen. You might get an ear infection before you’ve even left but all your amendment fees will be covered.”When it comes to travelling with medication, she warns some countries require prescribed medication to be in a labelled plastic container with the name of the patient printed on the exterior. Medico packs, which split multiple pills into daily containers are okay, but mixing pills within the same container is a no-no.She suggests using plastic cable ties to secure luggage as they can only be removed with a knife or pair of scissors. “They come in four different sizes and can be bought at a $2 shop. If I’m at the airport and notice they’ve been tampered with I’ll get a customs officer to check my suitcase.”Travelling with a reputable tour operator is also important. “Don’t go with the cheapest cabs – they can end up costing you more.“I know of a group that split up in Vietnam and travelled to the same location using different cab companies. One group was charged $18 and the other group paid $50. You need to ask the cab driver before you jump in – don’t assume they’ll charge the normal rate.”Michelle says in the event of a disaster, it’s important to get in touch with family members or your travel agent.
“We have a 24-hour contact number so, for instance, when a volcanic ash cloud hit Iceland at 3am a few years ago, we re-booked all our passengers so they had alternative accommodation by the time New Zealand woke up.”The travel shop owner say it’s fabulous having your room replenished or your beds turned down, but housekeepers have access when you’re not there. “It’s like leaving your room unlocked so valuables must be left in a safe.” Michelle also recommends wearing backpacks on your stomach as thieves don’t tend to confront you face-to-face.
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tripping OUTArranging foreign currency can be a headache for travellers, particularly those planning to visit several countries on one trip.There’s nothing worse than returning home to a bank statement loaded with unforeseen fees and charges.Most banks recommend the following mix of travel money: y A small amount of local cash for things like taxis, coffee and tipping
y A Cash Passport for larger requirements
y A debit card or credit card for back-up
In general, the advice is that it’s best to avoid using a credit card to withdraw cash abroad as many providers will levy an exchange rate fee.The Multi-Currency Cash Passport provides a convenient way to carry travel money while overseas plus it’s not connected to a bank account. In the event that the card is stolen or the target of fraudsters, they won’t have access to your funds back home.Up to nine currencies can be loaded on a single card prior to departure. Funds can be accessed anywhere that MasterCard is accepted, including online and at ATMs, restaurants and shops. The card is chip and PIN protected.
Making your dollar go further
BudgetingWhile budgeting can be difficult when there is so much to see and do, it’s easy to overspend while overseas. Juggling different exchange rates doesn’t help either. So the ASB recommends working out roughly how much you’ll need each day. Like all budgets, this can be subject to change, but having a good plan will help you work out how much you need to save, as well as helping you stay on track when you get there.
Word of warningSome merchants will offer to convert your bill into your home currency. This is known as “dynamic currency conversion” and will likely result in a higher exchange rate. Always check the bill before paying and make sure you are billed in the local currency.
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