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Air New Zealand September 2019 Sale
Is New Zealand on your bucket list? Have you ever imagined yourself visiting the natural beauty of Milford Sound, exploring the adventure capital of Queenstown or sipping wine on Waiheke Island? Well, now is the time to make it a reality! Esplanade Travel is happy to announce that Air New Zealand flights from the United… Read More
Immediate Change to Tanzania Visa Process
The government of Tanzania has just implemented a new process for travelers obtaining visas on arrival, effective immediately. The new process requires travelers to stand in three separate lines: first to obtain a government control number, then pay the visa fee at the airport bank, and finally to allow for immigration to check and issue… Read More
NZeTA! New Zealand’s New Electronic Visa Program
NZeTA, short for New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority, rolls out this autumn. If you are traveling on or after October 1st, 2019 all USA passport holders will now require an NZeTA before leaving for New Zealand. If you have a trip to New Zealand booked with Esplanade, we will obtain the NZeTA on your behalf… Read More
Exciting Qantas Updates
We’re excited to share that Qantas has recently announced two new direct routes from the US to Australia, making it even easier to go Down Under! Non-stop from San Francisco to Brisbane will begin on February 8th, 2020 operating three times per week. Non-stop from Chicago to Brisbane will begin on April 20th, 2020 operating… Read More
In Memory of Kit Schultze
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Kit Schultze. She was much more than the Vice President of Esplanade – she was our colleague and devoted friend. She loved traveling and enjoyed nothing more than sharing her curiosity about the world with her friends and clients, but New Zealand… Read More
Jacky’s Talking Information Center Volunteer Award
For 38 years, President Jacky Keith has read on the radio every Saturday morning at the Talking Information Center’s headquarters in Marshfield, MA. TIC’s mission is to provide the printed word to the sight impaired throughout New England and many places across the country. Jacky has also provided additional service to the organization by sitting… Read More
Welcoming Stephanie and Rebecca
Esplanade Travel is proud to introduce our two newest Travel Consultants, Stephanie Toronto and Rebecca Fisher! Stephanie recently returned to the States after teaching English in Thailand. With 26 countries under her belt and a trip to southern Africa on the horizon, Stephanie is ready to assist planning your next adventure, as well as processing… Read More
New Zealand to Introduce Tourism Levy in 2019
If you know Esplanade, then you know how much we adore New Zealand. This small country’s tourism industry has exploded in recent years, with people from all over the world attracted to its vibrant cities, charming towns, and mile upon mile of breathtaking natural beauty. Due to the increase in visitors, the New Zealand Government… Read More
Why I Trust Travel Guard Insurance
I experienced the world-class service by Travel Guard firsthand on my recent trip to Sri Lanka, and I was so impressed! My travel companion developed an infection in his leg while we were in a remote location, and it progressed so ferociously that we had to strongly consider cancelling the rest of our trip and… Read More