HELLO THAILAND Helloworld Is a Fresh New Travel Brand with a Long and Solid History
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2017 HELLO THAILAND helloworld is a fresh new travel brand with a long and solid history. We have previously created lasting travel memories for clients as Harvey World Travel, selected stores from the United Travel group and Air New Zealand Holidays brands. Allow us to share our knowledge, passion and expertise with you. Our mission is to offer New Zealand travellers industry leading service and deliver the best value holidays. With helloworld, you can plan your holiday at your convenience with our nationwide network of stores and comprehensive website. Our people are truly passionate about travel and can’t wait to share their expertise. Our helloworld store owners and their teams have a genuine interest in making your travel enjoyable and hassle free. As experienced travellers ourselves, we know what goes into making your holiday great and will go the extra mile to make sure your next holiday is your best one yet. We’re helloworld - nice to meet you! Damnern Floating Markets, Bangkok | 15 Phuket | 24 Chiang Mai | 74 Cover Image: Temple of Ayutthaya Valid 1 April 2017 – 31 March 2018. Image Right: Ang Thong National Marine Park Contents Navigating This Brochure 4 Travel Tips 6 Top 10 Things To Do 8 Holiday Packages 10 Thailand 12 Bangkok 14 Phuket 24 Elephant Hills 26 Patong Beach 27 Karon & Kata Beach 37 Kamala, Surin & Bang Tao 44 Phuket Beach Hideaways 48 Koh Phi Phi 50 Khao Lak 52 Krabi 55 Thai Hideaways 58 Koh Samui 60 Koh Phangan 73 Chiang Mai & Chiang Rai 74 Hua Hin 78 Pattaya 80 Accommodation Index 82 Booking Conditions 83 3 Navigating This Brochure 2017 2017 Let helloworld inspire HELLO HELLO ADELAIDE GOLD & SOUTH COAST you to discover these AUSTRALIA Accommodation Ratings fantastic destinations Diamond ratings are used throughout the brochure to describe the standard of accommodation. Properties featuring Diamond symbols do not participate 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017 HELLO HELLO HELLO QUEENSLAND KIMBERLEY HELLO HELLO in a recognised rating scheme. The rating is supplied by NORFOLK NORTHERN ISLANDS & CRUISING & MELBOURNE ISLAND TERRITORY the individual property based on their own assessment. WHITSUNDAYS BROOME & VIC We recommend they be used as a guide only. Comfortable standard of ¿¿¿ accommodation Superior standard of ¿¿¿¿ accommodation and facilities 2017 2017 2017 2017 20162017 Deluxe standard of HELLO HELLO HELLO HELLO SUNSHINE HELLO TROPICAL PERTH & SYDNEY NORTH ¿¿¿¿¿ accommodation COAST & TASMANIA THE WEST & NSW QUEENSLAND and facilities COAST BRISBANE ¯ Denotes additional half rating Pricing Guide The prices featured in this brochure are intended as 2016 a guide. The prices have been calculated using the 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017 HELLO HELLO lowest available daily price at the time this brochure HELLO HELLO ARABIAN HELLO COOK BALI CANADA & CHINA was produced and may change due to exchange rate PENINSULA ALASKA ISLANDS fluctuations, availability, taxes or seasonal surcharges. Prices featured in accommodation listings are per person twin share for the period specified unless otherwise stated. The “From” price has been calculated using the lowest nightly rate available, i.e. lead-in room type in off-peak season. A minimum stay is generally 2016 required. Where prices for more than a one night stay 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017 HELLO HELLO HELLO HELLO HELLO are featured, the prices refer to stays of consecutive HONG KONG NEW FIJI INDOCHINA HAWAI‘I & MACAU ZEALAND nights. Ask your travel agent for the best price available, other room types or travel dates. What the Symbols mean 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017 Properties offering free Wi-Fi access HELLO HELLO HELLO HELLO HELLO PACIFIC SINGAPORE THAILAND UK & USA throughout the common areas and in rooms. ISLANDS & MALAYSIA EUROPE Properties offering in-room disabled facilities. Properties offering facilities catering for families which may include kids’ clubs, family rooms, child menus, highchairs and cots. A special bonus offer (e.g. sparkling wine) 2017 is available if you are celebrating your Our Imagine the stories Imagine the stories HELLO GREAT AUSTRALIAN honeymoon. Details must be provided at the UNIQUE AUSTRALIAN EXPERIENCES Specialty Signature Collection RAIL HOLIDAYS time of booking. Collection Suggested ‘must do’ tours of iconic destinations/attractions. VIETNAM, LAOS & CAMBODIA SMALLASIA GROUP JOURNEYS 2017-18 FEATURING 2017-18 VIETNAM • CAMBODIA • LAOS • THAILAND Properties that provide early check-in/check- PRIVATE TRAVEL, RIVER CRUISES MYANMAR • CHINA • INDIA • BHUTAN ONE&ONLY HAYMAN ISLAND and SMALL GROUP JOURNEYS SRI LANKA • JAPAN • MONGOLIA out to cater for flight arrivals outside of normal 2017 – 2018 check-in times. The stay is calculated on a Our 2016-17 2017 2017 2016-17 24 hour basis from the time of check-in. This HELLO HELLO HELLO HELLO EXOTIC EUROPE ALASKA PACIFIC service is seasonal and subject to availability. Cruise CRUISING CRUISING CRUISING CRUISING Collection Refer to page 5 for details. CONNECT CONNECT CONNECT CONNECT In store helloworld.co.nz 0800 80 80 40 WITH US In store helloworld.co.nz 0800 80 80 40 WITH US In store helloworld.co.nz 0800 80 80 40 WITH US In store helloworld.co.nz 0800 80 80 40 WITH US 4 Why book with helloworld? Sanphet Prasat Palace, Ayutthaya The helloworld Difference 1. We have experienced knowledgeable travel consultants who are passionate about making your travel dreams come true. 2. We will ensure you enjoy choice and flexibility when you book your travel with us. 3. We offer a real alternative for discovering the world by crafting travel experiences that suit your individual needs. 4. We are the only New Zealand travel agency group that allows you to earn and spend your Fly Buys points. 5. Should you need to change your travel plans while you are away there will always be someone here to help you. Bonus Offers Throughout this brochure you’ll find amazing Bonus Offers including free nights, room upgrades and food and beverage credits to name a few. Just look for the Bonus Offer box. Look for this symbol to find our We are always sourcing specials throughout the year. most popular experiences! Ask us for the latest deals when making your booking. With everything from accommodation, car hire, day tours, extended touring and much more, you’ll be spoilt with choice when planning your next holiday. Exclusively For You To assist you, we’ve highlighted our most popular products booked by our customers. Just look for the We love it! We’re always on the lookout for ways to enhance your symbol throughout this brochure. holiday experience! We’ve put together some fantastic Our customers love it and so will you! Holiday Packages that offer exceptional value for money, starting on page 10 available exclusively through helloworld. Just look for Exclusively for You! 24 Hour Assistance We know your holiday experience doesn’t end until you are safely home. That’s why when you book a GO Holiday through helloworld you will have access to the GO Assist Help Desk which is a 24 hour, seven day a week service, should you require any assistance during your holiday. You will be given your GO Assist Freephone number with your documentation and you can contact the team at any time during your holiday. We‘re with you on your journey. 5 Travel Tips Chiang Mai How to Get There Language BY AIR Thai is the official language, although English Events & Public Holidays Thai Airways operate direct flights from Auckland to is widely understood in most major tourist areas. Bangkok five days a week. Connecting flights are April available from major New Zealand cities. Currency Top of the Gulf Regatta From Wellington and Christchurch, Singapore Thailand’s currency is the Baht. ATMs are International 1st Apr-31st May Airlines offer connecting flights via Singapore. plentiful in the cities, larger towns and major Chakri Day 6th Qantas Airways operates connecting flights to tourist destinations. Major credit cards are widely Bangkok via Sydney and Malaysia Airlines operates accepted. Songkran Festival flights via Kuala Lumpur. Throughout Thailand 13th-16th Health FLIGHT DURATION ANZAC Day Commemoration 25th Vaccinations may be required, it is important FROM / TO BANGKOK to discuss your travel plans with a qualified doctor Auckland 12 hours to ensure you are adequately protected against June The above table shows flight durations for direct flights only. Connecting flights from other destinations are also available. endemic disease. The risk of malaria exists in Bun Luand and Phi Ta Times are a guide only and subject to change. many rural areas. As Thailand enjoys a hot climate Khon Festival 1st Jun-31st Jul for much of the year, a hat, a thin long-sleeved The Dok Krachiao Visas & Passports cotton shirt and sunscreen are required. Insect Blossom Festival 1st Jun-31st Aug Visas for holiday travel to Thailand are not required for repellent is advised for travel in tropical areas. New Zealand passport holders staying less than 30 Laguna Phuket days and holding an onward air ticket. Please check Electricity International Marathon 3rd-4th The electric current is 220 volt AC (50 cycles) the passport and visa requirements with your travel Amazing Thailand consultant or the appropriate embassy/consular office throughout the country. Travellers are advised Grand Sale 15th Jun-15th Aug before you travel. Travel advice is available from the to purchase an international adaptor before New Zealand Government Ministry of Foreign Affairs leaving home. and Trade at www.safetravel.govt.nz. July Tipping & Etiquette Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival 1st-31st Tipping is not customary; however a token of appreciation is always welcome. September When visiting any religious site dress conservatively, avoid wearing short skirts or Quicksilver Thailand Surf shorts above the knee and singlets or sleeveless Competition 1st-30th blouses. Remember to remove your shoes before entering a temple. Thai culture is unique so take October some time to learn about the varying customs King Chulalongkorn Day and requirements.