Flight Centre Press Releases
31 March 2010
New Zealand’s largest travel retailer predicts a rise in travel to Mexico in 2010
Flight Centre, New Zealand’s largest travel retailer, is preparing for increased bookings to Mexico in 2010 as the destination rises in popularity.
Flight Centre’s PR manager, Marie Pilkington, believes Mexico is going to hit the must-do travel lists of many Kiwis as it has wide appeal and provides great value for money.
“Mexico offers a diverse holiday option for Kiwis. From all-inclusive resorts to adventure touring, Mexico offers something slightly different that can suit all markets and budgets,” Ms Pilkington said.
Flight Centre Limited’s acquisition of GoGo Worldwide Vacations, the largest wholesaler of travel to the Caribbean and Mexico in the US, means Flight Centre New Zealand is now able to offer one of the widest range of Mexico holidays to this market.
Flight Centre’s boutique wholesale division in New Zealand, Escape Travel, has produced a dedicated 28 page stand-alone Mexico brochure, released this week, to prepare for what it believes will be the next ‘in’ destination.
“The new brochure will provide new inspiration for Kiwi travellers and we believe it will create even more interest around this increasingly popular destination.
“Mexico perked the interests of many Kiwis over the past two years; however the outbreak of swine flu in 2009 meant tourism to the country stalled. Now this has largely been contained, Mexico is back on traveller’s wish list,” Ms Pilkington said.
The surge in popularity of all-inclusive style resorts means budgeting for holidays has become easier and family holiday options have expanded.
Mexico offers a wide range of destinations that offer all inclusive packages that comprise of accommodation, meals, snacks, drinks (including alcohol and soft-drinks), entertainment, activities, kids clubs, gratuities and taxes.
“All inclusive holidays such as cruising or resort getaways are on the rise and Mexico provides a huge range for both these options.
“Mexico’s close proximity to the United States of America means it’s a perfect destination for Kiwis to enjoy as part of their California holiday,” Ms Pilkington.
Highlights of the new dedicated Mexico brochure include Cancun, Isla Mujeres, Riviera Maya, Cozumel, Acapulco, Los Cabos, Ixtapa, Zihuatanejo, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit and cultural cities such as Mexico City, Guadalajara, Oaxaca, Merida and Haciendas.
Escape Holiday’s Mexico brochure is available at all Flight Centre stores across the country or call 0800 35 44 48 to request a copy.
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For more information or to receive a copy of the new Mexico brochure, contact:Marie Pilkington Flight Centre
Mob: +64 21 753 767
Email: marie.pilkington@flightcentre.co.nz
About Flight Centre
Flight Centre (NZ) Ltd is New Zealand’s largest travel agency, with approximately 900 staff in more than 140 retail stores and support businesses nationwide.
Brands in the New Zealand market operated by Flight Centre (NZ) Ltd include;
Flight Centre
Round the World
First and Business
FCm Travel Solutions
Corporate Traveller
Infinity Holidays
Escape Holidays
CiEvents
Cruiseabout
Itchy Feet Travel
The company has won the JRA Best Workplaces, large workplace category award for eight consecutive years. In addition and in recognition of Flight Centre’s continued achievements in the JRA Best Workplaces Survey over the past eight years, Flight Centre is also a Five-Year League Award recipient.
Flight Centre Limited globally has almost 13,000 staff in countries including Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, South Africa, Hong Kong, India and China.
