Denise Siviter
Travel has been my passion for many years having worked and travelled extensively within NZ, Australia, and other parts of the world. I love to create Trip Plans that are individually personalized, whether it be, golf, luxury, honeymooners, family, or a trip of a lifetime that is sitting on your bucket list. I am here to help with that planning. I get excited when working with the traveler to get the most out of their trip to New Zealand. It certainly makes me want to revisit parts of my beautiful country.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"The North and South Island are so different from each other that is why when you come to New Zealand you really need to allow time to explore and enjoy the diversity of what is our country.
I love activities that connect you with nature and leave a small footprint on our planet and New Zealand has an abundance of these to share. A great wine and foodie tour while here is also a must. Our produce couldn't be any fresher and visiting the producers and the markets is a must.
I am also a keen golfer even though I play badly! We have some amazing Golf Links in NZ which I know many would love the opportunity to experience. So if this is your passion, reach out to me and lets make that happen.
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How did you get involved in travel?
"I worked for an airline in Australia many years ago and when returning to New Zealand I found a role within a hotel company which lead to managing a very successful tourism experience, From there I went onto working within the Destination Management sector. This has given me great insights into how unique New Zealand is with the two main Islands that offer two different types of trips and experiences for the traveler."
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
" New Zealand is one of my favorite destinations in the whole wide world and if I had to pick unique experiences it would be cruising in Milford Sound such a stunning place, Kayaking in the Able Tasman pristine waters and so picturesque followed by the awe of a cultural experience in Rotorua (this still gives me the tingles).
However, something I do want to share with you is when our kids were little we travelled the whole of New Zealand in a campervan, this experience holds so many special memories and that is why I think family holidays are important doing those little things like exploring remote places, checking out the night sky, walking stunning beaches and connecting with nature are still my favorite things to do."
Denise's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
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Family itineraries
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Luxury itineraries
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Favorite experiences
Visit City Highlights
Discover Auckland with visits to some of the city's major highlights. This half-day excursion may include Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World, where you'll see some of the Southern Ocean's fantastic sea creatures. You also might get to take in a sweeping 360-degree view of...