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"We had an absolutely amazing mother-daughter trip to New Zealand – we were so happy with the attention to detail and the support that we received. Sara found us wonderful hotels, booked us incredible guides, and organized fun activities that ranged from wine tastings to a morning spend with a sheep farmer. It was my daughter’s birthday while we were on the trip, and at every hotel she was wished a happy birthday and given a little something special. We had one issue due to weather, and they were easy to reach and immediately rescheduled our plans for the day.
I highly, highly recommend having them plan your trip to New Zealand!"

"My sister and I planned a 7-week trip to Australia - we knew we needed on-the-ground help to manage driving from Perth to Sydney and getting to Tasmania and Uluru. Jacki really heard us .. So many memories!
Would we go back? You bet! Would we use Stuart’s team? Of course!"

"Sarah planned a wonderful trip for us! We stayed in incredible places, hiked the Fiordland on the Hollyford Track, took a helicopter ride over Milford Sound, and drove from Queenstown to Nelson with some top-notch stays.. She checked on us during our trip.. She paid attention to what sort of adventures we like to as well as planning time for us to do whatever… It was the perfect combination. I would use her again in a heartbeat.
If you want a first class trip to New Zealand, I wouldn’t use anyone else!"

“Every promised detail was delivered with perfection. Even though Southern Crossings was behind the scenes most of our travels, we had all the attention and great experiences that make the difference between good travel and top shelf experiences. Each lodge or hotel was first class and the extra touches we received made it clear we were a valued client. ... Great all around!”

"Southern Crossing Australia has a seemingly unending number of connections with various tour companies. As such, we were able to experience a wide array of activities that truly fit our interests. Some of which were unexpected and ended up being some of our most treasured memories."

"It was as easy as dealing with any travel company in the US .. it can be very overwhelming especially when the number of places I wish to visit exceeds what I can realistically do in the time I have allotted for a trip. This is where they excel. Their deep knowledge .. far exceeded anyone else I spoke to about the trip. But, beyond that, they immediately picked up on my particular travel style and the kind of experiences that would thrill me the most... Sarah and Sara made it so special by picking just the right places for me, and in some cases, the perfect room in a particular lodge! .. Even though I traveled by myself, I never felt alone. I always knew (Southern Crossings was) a mere phone call away.
It was an awe-inspiring once-in-a-lifetime trip curated magnificently by Sarah and Sara.
I will be forever grateful for their kind and thoughtful advice and support."

"What an amazing trip we’ve had in Australia. Itinerary & hotels planned with Southern Crossings and Virtuoso Travel were outstanding from beginning to end - iconic sites, luxury accommodations, first class service throughout. Australia is a magnificent country and deserves to be done right; I highly recommend using Southern Crossings to help you plan and deliver the trip you’ve dreamed of."

"It is clear to us, as we reflect back on our trip, what a benefit it was to use a travel agency that was actually located in New Zealand. (Southern Crossings was) very easy to work with, and always responsive to emails, questions, and changes. And it turns out they also keep track of how everything is going while you are on your trip, checking with drivers and accommodations to make sure everything is perfect. Thank you once again”

"We have traveled all over the world and we highly recommend Southern Crossing as your travel advisor for New Zealand. Their personal knowledge, attention to detail, and execution of our travel plans were exceptional…from selecting exceptional properties, even down to the specific suites. All drivers were very professional, as well as tour guides and heli pilots. (Southern Crossings) will ensure that every aspect of your trip will create wonderful memories that will last a lifetime!"

"As a travel advisor dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences for my clients, I rely on trusted partners who can meet the highest standards of luxury and service. I am pleased to say that Southern Crossings has consistently exceeded my expectations in providing ultraluxe travel experiences for even my most discerning clients. I know that I can count on them to deliver professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to creating bespoke travel experiences. They have succeeded in crafting one-of-a-kind journeys that are tailored to each client’s unique preferences."

"We spent a glorious month in Australia to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary, thanks to the impeccable planning and care of Stuart and Jacki’s team. They were able to incorporate all of our wish list destinations, no small feat in a country that size! ..
From premier rooms, to chefs table seatings at restaurants, to champagne greetings and surprise turn-in treats,
we felt like we were VIPs the entire trip…It was truly a unique and unparalleled trip for us"

"Just back from New Zealand and what an amazing trip! (Southern Crossings) were our travel experts. Loved how they worked with us in the planning sessions to ensure our trip met our likes and travel goals. It was so valuable to us to have experienced, proven, on-the-ground travel experts who knew the area, could design an amazing trip, and most importantly provide support 24/7 ..With all the activities we selected from Sarah/Sara’s suggestions, the great hotels and the amazing support,
it really was the perfect trip… We couldn’t have been more pleased."

"They have exquisite taste and seem to know and have connections with lots of lodges and other options. They welcomed our input, did not feel challenged by it, and worked to plan a trip that would show us what we asked for — a representation of NZ, including many outdoor activities, with some exposure to cities, mostly as transit/transitional points .. The itinerary they provided was very detailed and accurate and made for a very easy roadmap while we were in NZ. They were a total pleasure to work with”

"Southern Crossings was exceptional in every way and every step of the way…Sarah’s team did everything perfectly and it’s humbling to think how a trip that we might have arranged ourselves would compare to the extraordinary experience created by them. At every lodge and experience, they knew the owner personally and spoke highly of the quality of work they do and the quality people that are on the team. Not only did they put together one of the best travel experiences we’ve ever had (and we are very lucky in that department generally), we know that they leveraged their reputation to provide us with deep and rich micro-experiences all along the way. We’ve already recommended them to everyone we’ve talked to since we’ve returned and will continue to do so”.

"We just wanted to take a moment and say a HUGE thank you for all your advice and support as we planned our trip to AUS/NZ. For us, it was a trip of a lifetime and that would not have been possible without Southern Crossings. We were able to explore, laugh, eat yummy food, see amazing animals, kayak and meet so many nice people along the way. Our guides and drivers were excellent .. and took us off the beaten path to find truly unique experiences... We could see your local knowledge throughout the trip!!! .. it was a 11 out 10!!"

"I just wanted to let you know what an amazing time (my clients) had on their trip to Australia and New Zealand, and I wanted to thank you SO much for all of your incredible efforts to make it happen. You went above and beyond to arrange the adventure of a lifetime, and most importantly you gave (their son) the opportunity to do everything and anything that he could imagine. That is truly a gift!!"

"I have worked with several DMCs in the past and you are by far the best one I have ever worked with! On a personal level, you are fantastic, Natalie! Dedicated, professional, and super nice! I could write a list that would keep me here until tomorrow!
You are absolutely magnificent!

"..Best of all, at about every stop we’ve been treated to some form of special hospitality, which has not gone unnoticed. Safe to say this trip has met and
exceeded our expectations."

"I can’t begin to tell you how appreciative I am to be working with you. Thank you for all the assistance from the beginning and of course the last minute changes with the floods. Southern Crossings have made it seamless"

"I just wanted to tell you that our Australia trip was probably The best trip we have Ever taken!!!!!! Not only has it been in our Bucket List forever, but because of all the planning and selected vendors you and Southern Crossing chose to make it all happen, it was incredible!!!!!! Based on all the moving parts of this trip that was almost a full month of events, there was not ONE mess up… A huge thank you for doing an Outstanding job in making everything work out, and making this trip, truly amazing and magical ..
many many many thanks!!!!!!"

"Thank you ALL for the most wonderful Australia/New Zealand adventure.
Planning a 7 week trip is daunting enough without the complications of COVID cancellations, rebookings, and closures. Yet every connection, every transportation detail, every accommodation, every meal, everything was flawless ... the best guides, our accommodations and the excellent itinerary and pacing, made for a perfect trip.

We can't thank Southern Crossings enough for making this trip all, and more, than we had imagined. You allowed us to see the best of your countries: the people, the beauty, the culture. Five stars, a blue ribbon, and a gold medal to everyone at Southern Crossings!"

"I cannot recommend Southern Crossings more highly! Fiona worked closely with us to design an itinerary that was perfectly catered to our needs, price-point and preferences. Everything they booked felt extremely authentic and unique. The itinerary was well-balanced in terms of activity, travel and accommodation. They were available and communicative in the months leading up to the trip as well as in real time during the trip ... The behind-the-scenes coordination made everything feel seamless and resulted in the trip of a lifetime for us.

"I had a call with (my client) last night and she was telling me all about their FABULOUS trip!! … They loved everything … I made a few notes to share with you as I always feel that compliments are very important… the same goes for constructive criticism, but they were thrilled with EVERYTHING! … Once again, I truly appreciate all your hard work and thank you for planning a trip that made my client SO HAPPY!!"

"Just completed three weeks of travel in Australia and New Zealand with our 5 kids. Southern Crossings took great care of us by selecting properties that were worth visiting, finding local guides to help us see the sites, and recommending fine dining establishments that were superb. Well done. We would highly recommend their team. "

"I have worked with a lot of travel companies over the years and I’m happy to say Southern Crossings is at the top of the list. You guys were so easy to work with and so organized and on top of everything. None of those details were missed on me. My only wish is that you covered more areas in the world!!"

"If I could give Southern Crossings 10 stars I would! .. I found Southern Crossings through Town and Country Magazine and my hopes for a 5-star vacation became reality .. once we had our Zoom with Paul, we knew that we would be in good hands. .. Paul tailored EVERY SINGLE detail of what we were looking for in our trip to our needs. The itinerary was amazing, .. I expressed interest after hearing about a restaurant while in Sydney, and he helped push to get us off the extremely long waitlist. He made sure we had the BEST rooms at each hotel we stayed at .. they seriously are the best of the best."