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Air New Zealand: Travel Update
New Zealand Government Update as of Nov. 24th: The announcement suggests that fully vaccinated visitors will be able to visit New Zealand without a stay in managed isolation from April 30 2022. All travelers will need to take a pre-departure COVID-19 test and to prove they are double dose vaccinated along with completing a travel declaration… Read More
The Best Skiing in the Southern Hemisphere
Even though the ski/snowboard season in the Northern Hemisphere is just starting, it’s never too early to start dreaming of more skiing. Have you already skied the best resorts in US? Hit the slopes in the Swiss and French Alps? Looking for a bigger adventure? Then head south! That’s right, the Southern Hemisphere, from New… Read More
Esplanade’s Favorite Animals
This week the Esplanade team wanted to look back on our favorite animals we have seen while traveling and share some interesting facts! One of Jill’s and Hattie’s favorite animals are elephants. Jill loves witnessing elephant herds while on game drives in South Africa. Hattie was first introduced to Asian elephants in Sri Lanka on a game… Read More
Exploring Middle Earth within New Zealand
This week International Hobbit Day was celebrated across Middle Earth and beyond on September 22nd. From The Shire to Mount Doom on the North Island and the Misty Mountains to the Pillars of the Kings on the South Island, Peter Jackson discovered Middle Earth within New Zealand to bring Toilkien’s famous novels to life. North… Read More
Hungry for Adventure?
As we look forward to future adventures we want to take a moment to look back upon some of our favorite food while traveling. We hope to spark your interest and your appetite! Our first visual temptation comes from Vietnam where Holly enjoyed a Vietnamese crepe filled with seafood. Next up is one of Tess’s… Read More
Fast Flying Facts
Who could have imagined that airline travel today would be vastly different than it was even 6 months ago? Borders are closed, masks are mandatory, check-ins have become contactless, and cleanliness is at the forefront of every operation. While Esplanade works with most airlines, we’d like to present some specific updates from a few of… Read More
Pavlova: A Delicate Treat for your Taste Buds
The pavlova is considered to be the national dessert of Australia and New Zealand. Named after the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova, who toured both countries in the 1920s, it’s a meringue that is crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit. A dessert so light and delicate… Read More
Happy Hour at Home With Esplanade
As everyone around the world is finding new ways to connect with loved ones and keep their passion alive, so too is the Esplanade team. This Friday, we are remembering some of our favorite places and favorite beverages to transport us from our living rooms to destinations abroad. Happy weekend to all, and stay well!… Read More
Celebrating 40 Years with Air New Zealand
As we get to the end of 2019, Esplanade celebrates 40 years of working with Air New Zealand! Our first trip down was in 1979 when we researched an itinerary to interest our clients. That first trip was tough. While the airline was superb, there were not many interesting places to stay as the country… Read More