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House of Travel Tauranga: The Crossing

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2 Taurikura Drive, Tauriko
Tauranga
Bay of Plenty
3171
Monday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

  Christmas Hours   

  • 20th December - 9.00am - 5.00pm 
  • 21st - 22nd December - CLOSED 
  • 23rd - 24th December - 9.00am - 5.00pm 
  • 25th - 26th December - CLOSED 
  • 28th - 29th December - CLOSED 
  • 1st - 2nd January - CLOSED 
  • 3rd January - 9.00am - 5.00pm 
  • 4th January - CLOSED

Welcome to House of Travel The Crossing

Nothing is ever too large or too small for our team and we’ve got a gold mine of ideas and tips to make your holiday or travel experiences better than you’d ever imagined.

We believe in the power of human connection to create the best holidays, someone who knows you and knows travel, and we have an unbeatable network of travel partners.

We live, breathe and dream travel (you might say we’re addicted!) - so wherever’s next on your must-visit list, you can bet at least one of our team has either been there, or sent someone there.

We understand that planning a trip now requires an even greater pool of knowledge, experience, and time to ensure the best outcome, and we’re with you every step of the way.

We also know your down time is precious and we think everyone deserves the best holiday possible.

That’s why we promise that if a curveball gets thrown your way, we’ll get it sorted for you, so you can relax and get on with enjoying your holiday.

When it comes to making travel plans, we believe nothing beats being able to speak with your own personal travel advisor face to face. So, if you’re ready to chat about your plans and dreams, simply give us a call to make an instore appointment - that way we can guarantee you uninterrupted time to discuss your holiday plans with one our experienced globe-trotting travel gurus.

But we recognise that getting together in person isn’t always possible, so if you’re unable to make it instore, we can always meet with you virtually (via video appointment) - and best of all it’s easy! Or of course, you can still contact us by email or phone.

It’s your holiday, and the way you choose to plan it, is entirely up to you - we’re ready when you are.

Tanya Aitken
Owner Operator



Meet the team

Travel fuels my soul, the experiences, the opportunities, the culture, the adventures, I have been lucky enough to have a career that is a labour of love. Planning holidays with a high degree of skill, attention and knowledge has become my trade mark.
Travel fuels my soul, the experiences, the opportunities, the culture, the adventures, I have been lucky enough to have a career that is a labour of love. Planning holidays with a high degree of skill, attention and knowledge has become my trade mark.
Even after 29 years in travel, I still feel that child-like giddy excitement whenever I travel. I'm constantly looking for new ways to feed my wanderlust, and I love that I get to inspire people's adventures, and help to create the best holiday.
Even after 29 years in travel, I still feel that child-like giddy excitement whenever I travel. I'm constantly looking for new ways to feed my wanderlust, and I love that I get to inspire people's adventures, and help to create the best holiday.
After 30 years selling travel, its still a buzz creating fabulous holidays, watching my clients anticipation and being apart of the planning, knowing the excitement they have towards their journey and of course hearing all about it when they return ... It's almost as good as being on the trip with them!
After 30 years selling travel, its still a buzz creating fabulous holidays, watching my clients anticipation and being apart of the planning, knowing the excitement they have towards their journey and of course hearing all about it when they return ... It's almost as good as being on the trip with them!
10 years in travel. I was “bitten by the travel bug” at age 15 on my first overseas trip. From there travel through South East Asia and New York cemented my love of visiting new places and experiencing new cultures.
10 years in travel. I was “bitten by the travel bug” at age 15 on my first overseas trip. From there travel through South East Asia and New York cemented my love of visiting new places and experiencing new cultures.
As your personal holiday builder I am here to take the stress out of your next holiday. Be it a family trip over the Tasman or romantic getaway to one of the sun soaked Pacific Islands, or maybe a bucket list destination trip.
As your personal holiday builder I am here to take the stress out of your next holiday. Be it a family trip over the Tasman or romantic getaway to one of the sun soaked Pacific Islands, or maybe a bucket list destination trip.
Travel creates happiness and I love to make people happy! I love all aspects of travel-adventure, food, culture, relaxation and most importantly making life long memories.
Travel creates happiness and I love to make people happy! I love all aspects of travel-adventure, food, culture, relaxation and most importantly making life long memories.
With a passion for adventure and a keen eye for detail, I’m always on the lookout for hidden gems, unique experiences and trending destinations. Whether you're looking for a thrill-seeking adventure or a peaceful escape into nature, I have the drive to help you plan the trip of a lifetime.
With a passion for adventure and a keen eye for detail, I’m always on the lookout for hidden gems, unique experiences and trending destinations. Whether you're looking for a thrill-seeking adventure or a peaceful escape into nature, I have the drive to help you plan the trip of a lifetime.
With over 30 years in the travel industry, I still get that same excitement when creating holidays for my clients.
With over 30 years in the travel industry, I still get that same excitement when creating holidays for my clients.
Hi, I’m Liz and as a second-generation travel agent, along with having life experiences and living offshore for 7 years I feel travel is in my blood. Travel excites me, it takes me out of my comfort zone, reconnects me & I’ll try to always have my next holiday planned before I come home from the one, I’m on.
Hi, I’m Liz and as a second-generation travel agent, along with having life experiences and living offshore for 7 years I feel travel is in my blood. Travel excites me, it takes me out of my comfort zone, reconnects me & I’ll try to always have my next holiday planned before I come home from the one, I’m on.

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