Minesha Jethva - Antilog Vacations Auckland, New Zealand Review AVB0096088

Located in the Federal Street, the Skycity Hotel Rydges was the abode for me and my husband in Auckland for three nights before we departed on a cruise near the Waiwera region in the north. We were lucky to have got a guide, who stayed with us during our stay. The Rydges assigned the guide based on our interaction with Antilog Vacations who had a tie up with the resort and helped us accordingly. He took us to Runciman in the south and Kumeu in the northwest on the consequent days. My husband liked the segment from Waiwera to Whangaparaoa Peninsula the best as he is a photographer and the area had some superb sights. The arch is separate from its nearest neighbouring suburb of Long Bay and hence can be seen clearly.

The rooms which we got in the Rydges were nicely maintained and well attended to. The beds were made of foam and were comfy. Our luggage was present before we reached our room and thus the service was top notch throughout our stay. We got an upgrade based on some talks given by the Antilog Vacations and thus the room we got was larger and had a panoramic and even beautiful view.

The butler called the airport to inquire about our flight timings and ensured us a hassle free drop replete with all custom and other clearances for the things we purchased. We had to get on a cruise ship in only a couple of days and without this kind of service it would not have been possible. Thus it is the best place with the best service as we felt that all the staff at the Rydges hotel take a lot of pride in looking after all the guests, while at the same time according apt attention to all.

Adrien Royer - Antilog Vacations Glacier Region, New Zealand Review AVB0098513

The trip to the Glacier Region in New Zealand was booked by my loyal tour operator Antilog Vacations through its online portal counterpart in New Zealand. The Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier was our abode there for 3 days and 4 nights. Located in the Cook Flat Road there was no problems in locating the place as the nearby locales were helpful.

As we reached the place we were greeted with a superb view of the huge blue mountain ranges, which provided a commanding but serene backdrop to the resort. The staff was awaiting us and welcomed us with welcome drinks and a dedicated butler who gave us info about the places to visit in the vicinity. He also helped us with our airport drop and the 6 hour car booking which we needed on the second day.

As we were going to our rooms, we saw that though a little hotel, it had the feeling of a merger of a host of buildings and as all were put together it looked updated and refurbished. In fact the so called other recent hotels in NZ where I had been to paled in front of Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier.

The room was around 600 sq ft and decorated with a local hand crafted carpet. It had a shared balcony with a stunning view of the sunrise and the sunset. The nearby rooms though separated by a thin wall, was secluded from any unnecessary cacophony and hence we were not disturbed. The front facing rooms near the staircase were the best based on our stay and hence were the first to be booked through the rooms on the back side of the hotel too had a glorious glimpse of the famous ranges - Mt Tasman and Mt Cook through the balcony.

Mihai Despan - Antilog Vacations Christchurch, New Zealand Review AVB0098586

The Quality Hotel Elms is ideally located in the Northwest corner of the city. The rooms were large at around 550 sq ft. Detached bedrooms and a niche kitchenette was available in the room. Coupled with a stuffed bathroom the room had a complete look. The stall shower bore a classic look though the other toiletries appeared quite outdated. The exterior of the room and the resort had a heritage look though. The staff was friendly.

The bus stop and other major attractions were also quite conveniently placed. Cars on hire were also available but the parking area in front of the place was being redone and the construction work created some ruckus at the time we were visiting. The pebbles and the cobbles were adjusted in a tight pattern and once the work would be finished you are sure of having an attractive lead up to the resort.

On the next day we went around the resort and its posterior premises. The resort was bounded together through several attached courtyards. The sitting area was nice there and coupled with the windy weather one could have stayed there for a nice view of the adjoining alley. One caveat here would be to mind your footing as the large tile blocks have a tendency to wobble. The resort authorities informed us that one minor earthquake mishap had caused this precarious position and once the masons were through with the repair of the pavement area they would mend these areas too.

Thus all in all we had a nice stay at the Quality Hotel Elms and moreover as our trip was booked by the Antilog Vacations, we had a peaceful time as there were no major hassles.

Raphael Moatty - Antilog Vacations Rotorua, New Zealand Review AVB0098916

We visited NZ for our honeymoon and stayed at the Distinction Hotel and Holiday Inn in Rotorua for 8 nights. The booking was made by honeymoon specialists - Antilog Vacations. They had arranged for a complete package deal and that too at an affordable rate.  The hotel has one of the most excellent reception areas we had ever seen. The doorway provided an amazing sight of the interspersing blue and green scenery. Moreover given the lovely climes of Rotorua prevailed throughout our stay and the weather and sun did not play spoilsport.

Located in the Bay of Plenty, the resort gets its name from Te Rotorua-nui-a-Kahumatamomoe or the second great lake of Kahumatamomoe. It enjoys a perfect positioning. The staff at the reception – esp. Steve was quite adept and ensured we faced no hassles in relocation to our room. A stockily built suite of around 45 sq mt greeted us on our arrival. The linens were spotlessly clean and the bed had multiple pillows. I usually sleep with extra side pillows and was not complaining!! ☺ The curtains were covered by the blackout drapes which provided a nice cushion to the conditioned air especially in the afternoons.

The nearby towns of Tauranga, Taupo and the speciality of the area or the geothermal zones and the hot geysers at the Pohutu Geyser and at the Whakarewarewa region provided a kind of healing therapy and also offered amazing views of the ocean. The lakes and the hot mud pools were an ideal place to go over through the bridge and spend some quality time. The evergreen pine forests and hills were located nearby and accentuated the experience.

Thus the Distinction Hotel is a picturesque hotel and is highly recommended based on our experience, especially with the services of Antilog Vacations team.

Frank Anthony - Antilog Vacations New Zealand Review AVB0097249

The Heartland Hotel Fox Glacier located near the Fox Glacier in Westland National Park has a niche existence. It was because of our travel operator – Antilog Vacations budget couple package deal of New Zealand that we got to hear about the place and hence were glad to visit the hotel. The motel was a little old fashioned but was well maintained and clean and comfy.

We stayed in the room 101 which was located on the ground floor. It overlooked the garden courtyard area. Car parking was nearby too. The room had essential amenities like a double bed which was accompanied with a large duvet and satin curtains. Other stuff like TV, fridge, minibar, hairdryer, tea and coffee makers, electric kettle and safe were present too. The sofa set and tables were sturdy. Unfettered wifi access at a nominal cost of $5 per hour added that extra zing to the ambience. Laundry facilities at hotel were washing machine (rates of $3), dryer and detergent (facilities for $2) with an equipped internet kiosk.

Moreover the main road in the Fox Glacier Village started from behind the hotel and all the local stores like general store, fuel stop and souvenir shop were nearby. We would suggest asking for a room off the western balcony area which did not face the road as it led to the Lake Matheson. A room in the main building if coupled with this factor would be the best choice as I am sure it would be much better than the rooms present in the annex. These rooms got a very strong light throughout the day and even escaped the cold winds in the night. Thus it was possible to sleep with curtains open and this allowed the windy fresh air to circulate in our rooms.

Rudra Malhotra - Antilog Vacations Christchurch, New Zealand Review AVB0097592

We stayed at the Heartland Hotel Cotswold in the second week of last month as we had gone there for our honeymoon. The travel from Antilog Vacations had arranged a low cost package deal for 6 days and 7 nights whilst at the same time not compromising on quality and frills at the hotel. That's why we enjoyed the hotel and the tour operator greatly and decided on writing a review for them.

The hotel has a homely feel and is located at a distance of 2 kms from the CBD. Thus it is a nice and comfortable 20 minutes ride followed by a smooth check in process. The concierge and staff were accommodating, smiling and welcoming and did not let the feeling of an alien land from coming into our minds.

Our room was very spacious at around 45 sq mt and the king size beds were quite soft. The lounge area coupled with the minibar and the plasma television kept the living area simple but elegant. Additionally there was ample space and arrangements in the sitting area and the walls were impressively decorated. The wooden furniture looked classy and accentuated the beauty of the room. The balcony of the room though opened into a closed wall and the view was not at all great from our room. Moreover the cold winds too disturbed us during the evenings. Apart from these everything was fine.

Room service was also quite professional and though the 2 restaurants were located close to our room we enjoyed room food service during our stay. The French cuisine at the place was an enjoyable fare and should be tried out if you are here. The bar and the restaurant also had a set menu option for the time conscious people.

Sean Peterson - Antilog Vacations Queenstown, New Zealand Review AVB0097028

We (me and my girlfriend) stayed at the Goldridge Resort a few times over the last year on our frequent fishing trips to the Queenstown lake area, which is a nice place for a variety of fishes. The best part of Goldridge is that it is an excellent budget priced place and ideal for these kind of short trips. We got the good deal online through the portal of Antilog Vacations. Initial welcome and checking in there was not problematic and Antilog Vacations had ensured our reservations properly. The staff was friendly and helpful despite the budget pricing of the hotel and assisted us throughout our stay.

The balcony room in the block 5 provided an excellent view of the bordering lake. The balcony is decently large and coupled with the rocking chair is a haven for 2 people. Our room was comfortable and spacious. The bed was large and covered a decent area in the room of 550 sq ft. The bathroom was adequately decked with toiletries. The resort was located back enough from the main road such that the milieu was not noisy. We also got the info that the hotel was built with exteriors ahead of its time and hence needs a bit of renovation to complete the look.

The breakfast was included in the package. It was one of the high points in our stay as the buffet had exciting varieties on offer. Moreover while having the buffet breakfast; the great view of the valley out of the breakfast table window was exotic. The chef was preparing scrambled,  fried or poached egg for breakfast. The motel is as such located very close to the main road in mainland Queenstown but any impending worries about the traffic noise was uncalled for as the sliding glass door took care of it and it was not a problem at all.

Adrien Royer - Antilog Vacations Wellington, New Zealand Review AVB0097859

The Bay Plaza Hotel is one of the best budget hotels in the capital of New Zealand, Wellington. I was travelling with my family from Australia and a nice week long trip across the country of NZ was an ideal way to unwind as it was a holiday which was long in the offing. Antilog Vacations, who specialises in low priced packages, arranged the trip for us. Wellington which is the world's southernmost capital city, is projected by the media as the coldest capital in the world, really has lot of engrossing places and we were able to cover most of the places in our holiday.

The southwestern tip of the Bay plaza was quite close to the outer boundary of the North Island and as arranged by the travel desk we saw the beautiful valley there between the Cook Strait and the Rimutaka Range. The resort is located close to the Wellington Harbour and being the central business district the majority of the people and the shops are located here. The best thing about the resort as I mentioned earlier were the people at its travel desk. Being well informed and having a good network they arranged various trips to places like the northern one to Porirua on Porirua Harbour (special for its large Māori and Pacific Island communities), shopping locales like Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt areas ( together known as the Hutt Valley).

Our suggestion to fellow passengers would be to explore the Hotel Bay Plaza On Line, as if you can bargain this is the best shopping plaza with the best prices per night being available. Also just across the street is the New World Supermarket, which is a great place for the Tiki Tour as the food assortment is the best there along with elaborate sightseeing options available.

Jay francis Raiz - Antilog Vacations Christchurch, New Zealand Review AVB0096016

We arrived at  Christchurch in the night and were pleasantly surprised to learn that the Ibis Hotel was booked for our stay there. We liked Ibis as a brand and they always guarantee a certain level of standard and we were happy that they continued to maintain the level during or stay. Our travel operator – Antilog Vacations though were a bit late in confirming our travel itinerary but arranged the best places on our stay and that too at pretty low prices. The hotel authorities at Ibis arranged for our dinner during the late hours as we got there. We had a late flight and were starving and thus the food was god sent as the only available food options was at around 30 mins walking distance which was closed though.

This hotel was very central in location and a walk around central Christchurch would take you to the container mall and the plaza. As the climate was really cool, we preferred to stay indoors and enjoy room service and moreover as the views out of the windows were excellent you would be having a grand time nevertheless. The lobby and the rooms looked refurbished recently and were totally worth the price. Our room was clean and neat with a very standard hotel décor. The half-hour of free wi-fi in the lobby was generally sufficient for us as we were on a holiday and limited use.

The restaurant was decent but one suggestion would be to book it in advance as it usually gets filled quickly. The container shopping village was nice and the short stroll to Hagley Park was also serene. The hotel was a good single stop for some excellent photos of the alley and the adjoining hillocks. Activities for visitors in the area were of a wide range and the town centre helped a great deal in organizing those.

Mayur Sindhwani - Antilog Vacations Queenstown, New Zealand Review AVB0096590

Me and my wife stayed at the Goldridge Resort in Queenstown last week during our visit to New Zealand. Travelling from India, for our second honeymoon we had confirmed our bookings through Antilog Vacations and they had arranged a package deal for 5 days and 6 nights at an affordable tariff.

1) One of the best places to stay is in one of the 500 level suites. The nicest views are available on both the 500 and 600 level rooms. These rooms are worth slightly extra but are definitely worth the view. On the next day we checked out the lake view rooms on the first floor and they appeared decent and spacious though the view was hindered from the nearby buildings. However if you are on a budget these provide an affordable alternative. Our room had a beautiful view of the lake and valley across from our balcony. One helpful suggestion which was given by our travel operator (Antilog Vacations) was that try to ask for a room with a proper view in advance as given the current good weather and excellent room service having a cuppa of hot tea or coffee or even a glass of wine on the balcony with your loved ones would be a memorable moment.

2) The staff was very accommodating with everything we asked for. The famous Queenstown downtown area was about 1-2 kms from the resort but as the hotel had a shuttle that ran hourly so you would not face any parking or other problems.

3) The hotel offered free wi-fi for an hour everyday. The hot tub and sauna spa were also quite helpful after tiring treks. We used them frequently during our stay. We would return there again if we come back to New Zealand and would recommend the same to others.

Antilog Vacations Christchurch, New Zealand Review - AVB0097992

Located in the busy Hereford Street, the Christchurch: Ibis Hotel has a grand landmark presence. The Ibis hotel is one of the best hotels to open in Christchurch and i think it's a well decision we’ve taken with the help of our tour operator ‘ANTILOG VACATIONS’. We heard some anecdotes that the hotel has reopened after a closure few years back and it has definitely been worth it. If you are staying here expect comfort of the highest kind. Though most objects and milieu in general are fairly basic, the staff and the service leave a special after effect. The room had a fancy option of a factory canteen coupled with elaborate furnishings which complimented the large room.

The menu was not very elaborate but tasty. Breakfast was the only minor disappointing aspect of our stay as the buffet was not always hot enough. The cook to arrange the eggs was frequently absent we felt the tuna could have been better cooked. The simple cereal, muesli, toast and marmalade came to our rescue and saved the day.

The travel desk by the restaurant arranges for sightseeing tours of New Zealand. The staff was very knowledgeable about the restaurants which had opened recently and gave us various Indian choices. They even informed us on which roads to choose as a few were closed and others were one way and moreover the timings changed from day to day.

The hotel on the other side as we saw on the next day were between either a construction business or worksite on one side and thus the Ibis enjoyed a nice central location and view. Housekeeping carts kept us occupied and catered to our requests regularly. Coming to the rooms, the beds were too soft and we had a comfortable sleep. The morning wake up alarm was interesting musical and looked amusing. Thus we would recommend professional Antilog Vacations services along with Ibis Hotel stay for forthcoming trips to Christchurch.

Antilog Vacations Auckland, New Zealand Review - AVB0096917

The Skycity Hotel Rydges is a hotspot tourist attraction in the Central City of Auckland Central. We were directed to the place by Antilog Vacations. As were initially pondering over which place to choose Antilog Vacations suggested us to visit the place which was ranked highly by the Mercer Quality of Living Survey and the Economist. Moreover as we checked we found that Auckland was classified as a Beta World City by the World Cities Study Group. Thus basically our entire trip was planned by Antilog Vacations and we had a good time.

The bathrooms in our room created a very beautiful light space beside the room as the lighting and the curtains were neatly mixed. Toiletries and other essential amenities were readily available too. The staff provided was very kind, polite and accommodating. The location of the resort was quite central and thus gave access to everything in Auckland. Most of the rooms in the hotel gave a cool view of the Sky Tower, which made for an interesting visit being just 1 block away. On slight negotiation, in case you are travelling with your own vehicle, the hotel provides discount on the parking next door and thus you could chip in to avail that.

Auckland is one of the few cities in the world to have ports on two separate major bodies of water and we explored the place. It lies between the Hauraki Gulf of the Pacific Ocean and the low Hunua Ranges, as was shown to us by our travel guide. The Manukau Harbour in the south-west and the Waitakere Ranges in the west and north-west were interesting visits too. The narrow isthmus area between the Manukau Harbour on the Tasman Sea and the Waitemata Harbour on the Pacific Ocean is one of the most serene spots and you can spend a tranquil time there.  Thanks Antilog Vacations Team! For such memorable time.