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Date: Friday, 22 August 2025
Time: NZT: 6:30 pm | AEST: 4:30 pm | IST: 12:00 pm
Location: Zoom
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Unique Gems of South Island – New Zealand
Turtle Down Under, in collaboration with Unique Stays & Experiences NZ, Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses, Hapuku Kitchen, South Pacific Helicopters, and Wings Over Whales, invites you to an inspiring session on “Unique Gems of South Island – New Zealand”. It’s your gateway to curating immersive and luxurious journeys across New Zealand’s breathtaking South Island.
What's in it for you?
✔️ Boutique stays that feel like home – Handpicked accommodations where comfort meets character, offering a sense of belonging in the heart of nature.
✔️ Stories that live beyond the trip – Encounters and experiences so meaningful, they linger long after the journey ends.
✔️ Wildlife in the wild – Witness majestic creatures in their natural habitat, far from the crowds and close to the land.
✔️ “Real food”, cooked with “real people” – Share honest meals crafted from local ingredients, alongside the passionate hosts who bring them to life.
✔️ Engage in the QnA session and get the chance to win an Amazon voucher!
Guest speakers
Louise Frend
Director
Unique Stays & Experiences, New Zealand
Based in Queenstown, Louise is a passionate storyteller of New Zealand’s hidden gems, offering insider access to boutique accommodations and one-of-a-kind experiences across the South Island. Her expertise lies in connecting travel agents with authentic Kiwi escapes tailored for luxury FITs, honeymooners, families, and nature-loving travellers.
Emile Van der Linde
General Manager
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Emile oversees this award-winning luxury lodge set among the Kaikoura ranges, famous for its architect-designed tree houses and fine-dining experiences. He will share how the lodge blends sustainability, design, and authentic hospitality to create unforgettable stays.
Fiona Read
Co-Founder
Hapuku Kitchen
Tania will showcase the aerial and marine adventures that set Kaikoura apart, including whale-watching flights and exclusive helicopter tours.Tania will showcase the aerial and marine adventures that set Kaikoura apart, including whale-watching flights and exclusive helicopter tours.
Tania Ross
Marketing & Partnerships Manager
South Pacific Helicopters & Wings Over Whales
Tania will take you through the breathtaking aerial and marine adventures that make Kaikōura truly unforgettable — from soaring above the coastline on scenic whale-watching flights to experiencing the region’s dramatic landscapes through exclusive, tailor-made helicopter tours.
Kunal Ramchandani
Business Head
Turtle Down Under
Kunal is a tourism business expert with 18+ years of experience, specialising in Australia-India travel. Kunal passionate about creating seamless travel experiences and fostering cultural connections between the two regions.