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1 Southern X Lodge 2 Ski Time Lodge & Apartments MAP REFERENCES

3 Abisko Lodge & Apartments 4 Brinkley Resort 5 Canterbury High Country Villas

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Per Room From Lodge Room Family Lodge Room (1-4) Two Bedroom Apartment (1-5)

Abisko Lodge & Apartments

Lodge / Self Cont.

Location: 74 Main Street Methven, centrally located in the heart of Methven, only 2 minutes’ walk to shops, restaurants and bars. Ski shuttles pick-up and drop-off at the door. Property Features: Choice of self-contained apartments or ensuited lodge rooms. Cozy lounge area with wood fire, spa, ski drying room, coin laundry and FREE Wi-Fi internet. Room Features: Lodge rooms feature private ensuite, Flat screen TV, refrigerator and tea & coffee making facilities. Apartment Features: Include fully self-contained kitchens, TV, DVD and log burner. Choice of two or three bedroom which sleep up to 5 or 8 guests. Cozy Comforts: Relax in the spa at the end of your day and then unwind in front of the roaring log fire with a refreshing bevvy. FREE continental breakfast (Lodge stays only)

EARLYBIRD OFFER: Lodge Room – Stay 4 nights and get the 5th night FREE or Apartments – Stay 5 nights and get the 6th night FREE (Book By 31 May) – valid all season

Jun - Oct $153 $246 $345

CANTERBURY 5

Canterbury High Country Villas

Self Cont.

Location: 623 Coleridge Road, Windwhistle. Located within the Terrace Downs Golf Resort. 30 minutes from Mt Hutt and 30 minutes from Methven. Property/Villa Features: Mt Hutt seems only a touch away as it totally dominates the view from your villa. We offer a choice of 7 villas all of which have huge views of the mountain and surrounding Canterbury High Country. All villas are fully selfcontained with huge open plan kitchen, living and dining area and laundry facilities. A master suite with its own ensuite containing a spa bath and separate shower. A second bathroom services the second and third bedrooms which can be opened up when we have more than the master suite required. Cozy Comforts: Gas fire, undercover parking, air conditioning, luxurious lounge furniture to relax and unwind after a great day skiing.

Per Room From Studio Room incl. breakfast Lodge Room incl. breakfast Lodge Family Room incl. breakfast

Location: Racecourse Ave. Located one hour’s drive from Christchurch and a short walk to the town centre. Southern X Lodge offers a choice of Studio and Lodge rooms. Perfect for couples, families and groups. Property features: Guest Lounge room, Dining room, pool table / table tennis, coin operated laundry facility and is a pick up / drop off point on the Mt Hutt Ski transfer bus. Room Features: Ensuites, TV, Heaters, daily service. Cozy Comforts: Ski storage and drying room. Guest lounge which is a great place to unwind after a hard day on the slopes and also socialise with our guests. The guest lounge features a fireplace which looks out on to Mt Hutt, Pool table and boardgames, TV and Wifi. Rates include light continental breakfast.

EARLYBIRD OFFER: Stay 5 nights and get the 6th and 7th night FREE (Valid for new bookings up until 30 Apr 20 (Excludes AU / NZ school holidays).

Jun - Oct $130 $140 $179

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Ski Time Lodge & Apartments

Lodge Self Cont. Apts

Location: Racecourse Ave, 5 mins walk from town centre. Property & Room Features: Comprising a small lodge & right next door are the self contained apartments complete with their own fireplace, heated bathroom floor, Sky TV & DVD. Note: Studios do not have cooking facilities. Cozy Comforts: The main lodge has a warm and friendly atmosphere with a large open fire in the licensed restaurant, log burner in the lounge area plus a gas fire & big screen TV in the Bar area. Secure ski/board storage, drying room & workshop, guest laundry & games room. Wireless internet access. Note: Rates for lodge rooms & 1 bed studio incl. light breakfast. Minimum 2 nights stay.

Per Room From Lodge Room B&B 1 Bedroom Studio B&B 2 Bedroom Apartments (1-4) 3 Bedroom Apartments (1-6)

EARLYBIRD OFFER: Stay 5 nights and get the 6th and 7th night FREE (Book and pay by 20 May 20) – not applicable for stays from 26 Jun to 19 Jul 20)

Jun - Oct $144 $207 $382 $504

QUEENSTOWN METHVEN 4

Copthorne Lakefront Hotel Brinkley Resort

Hotel Self Contained

Location: 43 Barkers Rd, 2 minutes walk from the town centre. Property Features: Choose from 80 modern, self contained apartments & studio rooms. Award winning restaurant & bar, floodlit tennis court, children’s play area, BBQ area, Sky TV, chip & putting green. Cozy Comforts: Apartments include spa baths, perfect after a day’s skiing. Each studio & apartment shares a laundry/drying room. 2 outdoor heated spa pools & exclusive helipad access to Mt Hutt. Enjoy a mulled wine in Brinkley’s Restaurant with mountain views & fireplace – the perfect location! Note: A full service is provided during a 7+ stay as units are self contained.

EARLYBIRD OFFER: Stay 5 nights & get the 6th night FREE. Valid for stays from 01 Jun - 31 Oct 20. Book by 30 Jun 20. BONUS OFFER: Stay for 3 nights and get the 4th & 5th night FREE. Valid for stays from 01 - 30 Jun and 01 - 31 Oct 2020

MTRUAPEHU

Towering above the desert in the middle of New Zealand’s North Island, breathtaking Mount Ruapehu is an active volcano with unimpeded, awe inspiring views reaching all the way to the coast. As well as being an active volcano it has two premier ski fields to choose from – Whakapapa and Tūroa which boast magnificent areas for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Both ski fields can also be accessed with the one lift pass making it a seamless snow holiday.

DRIVING DISTANCES: Taupo to Whakapapa 104 kms, 1hr, 15 mins Taupo to Turoa - 153 kms, 2hrs National Park Village to Whakapapa 23 kms, 20 mins National ParkVillage to Turoa 54 kms, 50 mins

Turangi to Whakapapa 59 kms, 45 mins Turangi to Turoa 108 kms, 1hr, 30 mins Ohakune to Whakapapa 57 kms, 45 mins Ohakune to Turoa 20 kms, 25 mins

Hiking at Turoa with views of Mt Taranaki. Credit: Mt Ruapehu

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FROM $ 882 per person

5 NIGHTS RUAPEHU SNOW HIT

Located only 4 hours south of Auckland, Mt Ruapehu is the place to go to experience what it’s like to ski or ride an active volcano! Offering something for all ski levels, you’ll love tackling some of the most awesome natural skiing and boarding terrain in New Zealand. Includes: • 6 days Thrifty rental car hire – ex Taupo Airport • 5 nights at selected accommodation • 4 day Flexi lift pass (Whakapapa or Turoa) - BONUS includes 1 FREE day - Book by 30 Apr 20 Add On: • 4 days ski or snowboard hire from $193 per adult & $155 per child - BONUS includes 1 FREE day. Book by 30 Apr 20.

Accommodation levels Standard - Double/Twin (Incl. Continental Breakfast) Superior - Double/Twin (BONUS - includes 1 FREE night) Self Contained Family Two Bedroom - 2 adults & 2 children (Incl. Continental Breakfast) Per Person* Per Family* $848 -

$1,039 -

- $2,871

FROM $ 1 , 093 per person FROM $ 839 per person

5 NIGHTS STAY TAUPO SKI RUAPEHU

Come and explore one of New Zealand’s ultimate playgrounds! Taupo is a fantastic place to base yourself for your New Zealand winter holiday. Enjoy a few days on the slopes and then experience some of the many off mountain activities in and around Taupo. Includes: • 6 days Thrifity rental car hire – Airport • 5 nights at selected accommodation in Taupo • 2 day Flexi lift pass (Whakapapa or Turoa) • Entry to Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa hot pools Add On: • 2 days ski or snowboard hire from $97 per adult & $78 per child • Hukafalls Jetboat ride from $139 per adult & $95 per child

Accommodation levels Standard - Double/Twin (BONUS - incl. 1 FREE night) Superior - Double/Twin (BONUS - incl. 1 FREE night) Self Contained Family Two Bedroom - 2 adults & 2 children (BONUS - includes 1 FREE night) Per Person* Per Family* $839 - $907 -

- $2,597

FROM $ 1 , 747 per person

7 NIGHTS REVITALISE RUAPEHU

This refreshing week in the wilderness at the stunning Tongariro National Park will have you enjoying the ‘Pure New Zealand’. Includes: • 8 days Thrifty rental car hire – ex Taupo Airport • 7 nights at selected accommodation • 5 day Flexi lift pass (Whakapapa or Turoa) - BONUS includes 1 FREE day- Book by 30 Apr 20. Add On: • 5 days ski or snowboard hire from $241 per adult & $194 per child - BONUS includes 1 FREE day. Book by 30 Apr 20.

Accommodation levels Standard - Double/Twin (Incl. Continental Breakfast) Superior - Double/Twin (BONUS - includes 1 FREE night) Self Contained Family Two Bedroom - 2 adults & 2 children (Incl. Continental Breakfast) Per Person* Per Family* $1,093 -

$1,414 -

7 NIGHTS RUAPEHU INTRO TO SNOW

Designed for the first timer to get you from ‘no snow to pro’! Includes: • 8 days Thrifty rental car hire – ex Taupo Airport • 7 nights at selected accommodation in Taupo • 3 day Intro to Snow Package • 1 day Ultimate Lift Pass • 1 extra day ski or snowboard equipment rental • 4 days Snow Accessories Pack – includes clothing and helmet rental, goggles and gloves (goggles and gloves are to keep!) *3 Day Intro to Snow Program includes: Lift pass (Day 1 is a beginner ski pass only) + 2 x 1 hr 50 min lessons per day + Ski or snowboard equipment rental

Accommodation levels Standard - Double/Twin (Incl. Continental Breakfast) Superior - Double/Twin (BONUS - includes 1 FREE night) Self Contained Family Two Bedroom - 2 adults & 2 children (Incl. Continental Breakfast) Per Person* Per Family* $1,747 -

$1,839 -

INTRO TO SNOW This package is all about making learning to ski or ride fun and easy and is your best pathway from ‘no snow’ to snow pro’! As it includes everything you need for a 3 day ski/board experience meaning no need to book individual components. Includes: • Lift Pass, 2 x 1hr 50 mins lessons per day • Ski/snowboard rental (First day is a beginner ski pass only) • DAY 1 - Designed to introduce you to the snow for the first time – learn how to use equipment safely, experience controlled sliding and build your confidence in a safe environment. • DAY 2 - Will help you build confidence, learn how to control your speed, stop confidently and turn. You’ll be ready for the lower mountain area. You’ll learn how to link your turns and control your speed via turning. • DAY 3 - Is all about working on your skills and gaining confidence to explore the upper mountain area.

*Day 1, 2, and 3 can be taken at any time throughout the 2018 winter season – they do not need to be taken on consecutive days.

Package 3 Day Price $471

SIGHTSEEING Whakapapa: Ride the brand new Sky Waka gondola at Whakapapa to 2,020m above sea level. Take in the extraordinary views overlooking the Central Plateau and enjoy a buffet dining experience at the Pinnacles restaurant (Daily lunch and afternoon tea, dinners on Friday and Saturday nights.). Build a snow man, take part in a sledding race or just absorb the incredible snowy alpine environment. Turoa: A sightseeing ride on the Parklane chairlift is a great way to check out the upper slopes. See what the skiers and snowboarders are doing further up the field and take in the spectacular views from the highest mountain in the North Island. You can do this whilst having a scrumptious hot chocolate and a bite to eat at the Snowflake Cafe at Turoa Ski Area. This is an awesome Alpine Experience for young and old! PUBLIC SNOW PLAY AREAS Build a snowman, make a snow angel & throw a snowball! Snow play equals an indescribable amount of fun and, if you’re visiting snow for the first time, it’ll be one of the best memories you’ll ever have! Whakapapa and Turoa Ski Areas offer free public snow play areas when snow conditions allow. LIFT-ACCESSED SLEDDING DOWN PURPOSE BUILT SLIDING LANES Each ski area also has an amazing groomed sledding slope with carpet lift access and a fleet of super-fast sleds. MT RUAPEHU ACTIVITIES Come sled or play in the snow at Mt Ruapehu!

Activities Chairlift ride Public Snow Play areas 1 Hour Sledding Pass

Adult Child (5-17 yrs) $47 $28 Free Free $66 $43

MT RUAPEHU TRANSFERS, EQUIPMENT HIRE & LESSONS

RENTAL EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING The Mt Ruapehu Taupo, Ohakune and on-mountain rental outlets make it easier for you to start your day on the snow. Mt Ruapehu has New Zealand’s largest fleet of skis and snowboards, PLUS we have toboggans, waterproof jackets and pants, helmets and wrist guards. Save time and money with a 3, 4 or 5 Day Flexi Rental ticket. You can use this on the mountain for equipment rental over any 3, 4 or 5 days throughout the season. You’ll need to return your equipment at the end of each day, but after your first visit you can go straight to the boot counter, and skip the till queues! PLUS, as your card has all your size information from your previous visit, our staff will know exactly what to give you.

Rental Equipment Recreation Performance Helmet Clothing 2 Day Flexi 3 Day Flexi 4 Day Flexi * 5 Day Flexi * Accessories Bundle Includes: Jacket, Pants, Helmet, Goggles & Gloves. You get to keep Goggles & Gloves Ski or Snowboard Ski only

Full set Ski or Snowboard Ski or Snowboard Ski or Snowboard Ski or Snowboard 2 Day rental 3 Day rental 4 Day rental 5 Day rental Adult Child (5-17 yrs) $56 $45 $68 $54 $13 $13 $44 $39 $101 $82 $141 $113 $182 $145 $222 $177 $161 $133 $171 $164 $272 $196 $321 $227

*EARLYBIRD OFFER: (Book by 30 Apr 20): Buy a 4 day Flexi Pass and/or Flexi Rentals and pay the 3 day price. Buy a 5 day Flexi Pass and/or Flexi Rentals and pay the 4 day price.

TRANSFERS If staying at National Park or Whakapapa Village, there is a daily shuttle service to/from Whakapapa Ski Area. Tickets are available for a small fee from the ticket machines at the bus stations. If staying at Ohakune, the shuttle will take you to Turoa Ski Area for a small fee. Tickets must be purchased from the ticket machines located at the bus stops. If staying in Taupo or Turangi, a daily shuttle will take you to Whakapapa Ski Area. Bookings are essential and tickets can be prepurchased and confirmed upon arrival.

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