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52 national Greypower mAGAZINE » june 2016 Scottsdale Tours’ personal touch makes your escorted tour a fine experience Scottsdale Tours is owned and managed by Andrew and Lee Moore who run fully escorted tours for seniors around New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific. It’s a quality service which customers expect and have been given for more than 35 years. The husband and wife team have a passion for people and travel and are running a wellestablished business. Andrew says: “We run the business with a personal touch and offer the things which our customers like such as home pick-ups and drop-offs, roadside morning teas and going off the beaten track.” As Lee says: “We love travelling so what could be better than running our own touring business? We’ll ensure that our customers have the best time possible.” Let the Scenery Unravel with Twilight Travel Small Group Tour Specialist Taranaki Rhododendron Festival Coach tour to Taranaki’s Garden Spectacular. A variety of private festival gardens are visited. Includes Pukeiti, Crosshills Garden and a night at the Grand Chateau. 6 days departs 2 November 2016 Option from Wellington available. Norfolk Island Escape to Norfolk Island on a group tour & discover the fascinating history and heritage of this peaceful South Pacific paradise. Escorted tour includes daily sightseeing activities and evening excursions. 8 days departs 11 September 2016 Wearable Arts - Wellington Travel from Auckland by train, tour through the Wairarapa to Wellington and fly home. Limited places left - 5 days departs 26 September 2016 Cruise Auckland to Adelaide 7 night small ship cruise on the Astor, 3 nights Adelaide and fly home. Inner & outer cabins available - Departs 27 November 2016 Also: Wairarapa Garden Rambler November 2016 Adelaide & Murray River 2 September 2016 All tours are escorted from Auckland. Options from other regions available. Twilight Travel & Tours Freephone: 0800 999 887 www.twilighttravel.co.nz Twilight Travel & Tours, an approved broker of the Travel Managers Group IATA Accredited and Bonded Upcoming tours include: Samoa July 4 – 11, 2016 A wonderful escape where you can immerse yourself in the beauty and culture that is Samoa. A place of stunning land and seascapes, glistening white Boost in numbers for iconic Twelve Apostles sand beaches, sheer cliffs that descend straight into the Pacific plus we experience the friendly nature of the Samoan people. We spend five nights in Apia on the main island and also have two nights on the island of Savai’i. We go on some fascinating trips around both islands and also have plenty of time to relax. Rarotonga & Aitutaki July 18 – 26, 2016 A special treat as we stay in Rarotonga and Aitutaki in the Cook Islands and with a very relaxed pace of life, NZ money, friendly locals and wonderful landscapes, Australia's iconic tourist attraction, the Twelve Apostles, has received an unlikely boost in numbers with the discovery of five extra limestone columns hidden deep below the water. The never-before-seen sea stacks, located 6km offshore from the Great Ocean Road and 50m beneath the water's surface, have been revealed during sonar mapping of the seafloor off Victoria's southern coast. Scientists are dubbing them the "Drowned Apostles". While the Drowned Apostles are smaller in both size and number than their more famous cousins, their existence alone is remarkable given their defiance of normal erosion rates. It is understood to be the first time such limestone stacks have been found preserved in the ocean. The discovery was made by PhD student Rhiannon Bezore, Associate Professor David Kennedy from the University of Melbourne's School of Geography and Deakin University's Dr Daniel Ierodiaconou, who provided the high-resolution sonar data. "Sea stacks are always eroding, as we saw with the one that collapsed in 2005, so it is hugely surprising that any could be preserved at that depth of water," Associate Professor Kennedy said. "They should have collapsed and eroded as the sea level rose." Like the Twelve Apostles, the newest additions would have once been part of larger limestone sea cliff. Ms Bezore, who made the initial discovery in the sonar data, said they probably date back 60,000 years. "We had to check what we were seeing because no one has seen stacks submerged at this sea level before," she said. Only a very fine balance can create sea stacks, with rock needing to be soft enough to erode quickly from a cliff but hard enough to support a rocky pillar, Dr Ierodiaconou you'll be entranced by both these islands. See the jagged peaks, tropical jungle, magnificent coral lagoons and glorious white beaches as we experience all that Rarotonga and Aitutaki have to offer. Staying in two fabulous hotels, we're sure you'll enjoy your beautiful surroundings. SPECIAL OFFER FOR GREY POWER READERS - Book on Samoa or Rarotonga and Aitutaki, say you’ve seen our ad in the June issue and we’ll give you a discount of $100 per person. said. Dr Ierodiaconou's sonar data was collected using the latest advances in multi-beam sonar technology and the team are continuing to fill important knowledge gaps aboard Deakin's $650,000 research vessel, "Yolla". The data is part of a project to map the reef estate in Victoria which supports commercial fisheries for southern rock lobster and abalone. "We are only just starting to understand the biodiversity value of these deep reefs which harbour diverse invertebrate communities, many unknown to science," he said. Ms Bezore presented the paper at the International Coastal Symposium in Coogee, Sydney recently. The findings have been published in the US-based Journal of Coastal Research. A visit to the site by technical divers has provided glimpses of the beauty of these deep reef communities. Almost every traveller wishes a tour to be a golden opportunity to learn not only about a country’s culture & history but also to experience the delights of the local food & wine while enjoying comfortable transportation & other amenities to ensure a completely stress-free holiday. This is particularly true when you choose to use Leisure Time Tours for your next holiday whether it be around New Zealand or across the world. Contact us today for more information 0800 365 630 info@lttnz.co.nz www.leisuretimetours.co.nz 2016 Tours Tongariro Winter Wonderland - August Springtime in the Wairarapa - September Preservation Inlet Cruise - September Wellington Wearable Arts - September Lake Waikaremoana and Gentle Annie - October Tasmania - October Marvellous Marlborough - October Taranaki Garden Festival - November Norfolk Island - November Forgotten World - November Christmas & New Year Tours - December Art Deco Weekend - February 2017 South Island Autumn Tour - April 2017 50538 Established since 1978, taking you where the others don’t go! Fully escorted tours designed with seniors in mind • Samoa 4 - 11 Jul • Rarotonga & Aitutaki 18 - 26 Jul • Heavenly Hervey Bay 5 - 14 Aug • Kakadu Explorer 22 - 31 Aug • Spring in Western Australia 8 - 19 Sep • High Country Spectacular 23 Sep - 4 Oct 2016 Tours • Wonders of Westland 10 - 19 Oct • Taranaki Rhododendron Festival 28 - 31 Oct • Chatham Islands 12 - 17 Nov • Norfolk Island 20 - 27 Nov • Hokianga for Christmas 23 - 27 Dec For our 2016 colour brochure or to make a booking, phone 0800 66 44 14
national Greypower mAGAZINE » june 2016 53 Woolshed Apartments offer seniors a special break in sunny Hawke’s Bay For a wonderful home away from home break The Woolshed Apartments at Havelock North, Hawke's Bay, are running a special promotion, for the over 50s. After moving to Hawke’s Bay nine years ago Rex and Noreen decided the fantastic weather, friendly people and appeal of the area was too good to leave behind. When The Woolshed Apartments became available in 2014, they couldn’t resist the opportunity and have been running the self-serviced apartments ever since. Rex’s background assists him in keeping the apartments looking their best, as well as making sure his guests feel safe and secure. Noreen’s background in retail and her love of people, means you will always get a friendly welcome. The couple has totally transformed the accommodation to the high standard all guests experience during their stay, and the many returning customers vouch for the unprecedented service they receive. Unlike a motel or hotel, you are completely independent, with a space to call your own during your stay. “It’s so important to go that extra mile to ensure our guests have everything they need for a comfortable and relaxing stay in their own private accommodation.” Located in the picturesque village of Havelock North, the modern and stylish Woolshed Apartments offer the perfect holiday with all the convenience and comforts of home. Each of the 2 or 3 bedroom apartments are fully fitted out with a modern kitchen, lounge and living area, laundry facilities, private outdoor courtyard and one dedicated parking space. Unlike a motel or hotel, you are completely independent, with a space to call your own during your stay. Havelock North village, a few minutes' walk away, has a great selection of local food and fine dining on offer and guests can enjoy wandering around the local retail outlets and shop until their hearts content. Upon arrival a welcome pack is provided so you are free to enjoy sitting in your own fenced, private courtyard, or relax on the luxurious leather sofas whilst choosing a movie from over 50 Sky TV channels. A wonderful night’s sleep is to be had in the comfortable bedroom suites, with the gate to the apartments being locked at night so you can rest easy, feeling safe and secure. There is plenty to see and experience in Havelock North and its surrounding areas, whether you want to relax and enjoy fine food and awardwinning wine, or explore some of the most picturesque places in the district, it’s all there on your doorstep. For those who love the great outdoors a bike ride or a hike, scaling Te Mata Peak, might be more to your liking. Along the way you can explore the giant Redwood forest and take in the native bird life and unique plants. Explore the cafes and wineries around Napier and Hastings or the cycling trails that run beside the Pacific Coast and alongside three major rivers or, just a 25-minute drive away, the famous Art Deco city of Napier. Offer is valid from June 1 to November 30, on Sunday through to Thursday, offering two seniors, two nights for only $300. The apartments cater for up to four seniors at any one time. Senior 50+ Stays Amazing Scenic Views with Walking Tracks All 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Self Serviced Apartments Located in the picturesque village of Havelock North, the modern and stylish Woolshed Apartments offer the perfect holiday accommodation, with all the convenience and comforts of home. Sunny Hawke’s Bay has an abundance of activities and locations on offer. New Zealand’s finest wineries, picturesque coastlines and the majestic Te Mata Peak are right on your doorstep, to experience and explore, whilst you enjoy your stay. Valid for Stays - 1st June to 31st November Valid Sunday to Thursday Only - Not Valid with any other offer Subject to Availability. Call our friendly team today on (06) 877 0031 and quote ‘50 + Stays’ to take up this fantastic offer. $ 300 for 2 nights for 2 Seniors Minimum stay 2 nights Plus $ 25 per Senior per Night From 1 to 4 Seniors per Apartment.
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