Southern Crossings New Zealand ownership announcement

Southern Crossings New Zealand, is delighted to advise that Sarah Farag has become the principal shareholder in the New Zealand operation of the region’s leading luxury Destination Management Company.

Since joining the company in 1997, Sarah Farag has been an integral part of the Southern Crossings success story and has become one of the foremost experts in luxury travel to New Zealand. With more than 20 years’ experience, she has now taken the helm of the award winning inbound travel company, where her impeccable standards, eye for luxury and discretion have forged her stellar reputation amongst highly discerning clients from all over the globe.

Sarah is joined by Helen Flinkenberg, Southern Crossings’ Financial Controller for much of the past 25 years, who has become a shareholder and director of Southern Crossings New Zealand. Sarah and Helen, along with original Directors, Patrick Bourke and Trevor Thomas – who will remain actively involved retaining a minority shareholding, and together with Stuart Rigg of Southern Crossings Australia, will form a formidable team as they drive the next exciting chapter of the Southern Crossings success story.

Southern Crossings curates bespoke luxury travel arrangements, UltraLuxe escapes and exclusive local experiences for discerning travellers to New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific. Established in 1986, Southern Crossings has more than 30 years experience in tailoring personalised luxury travel for the most discerning of clients – from around the corner and across the globe, honeymooners, baby-boomers, couples, families and small groups, as well as notable personalities looking for an over-the-top under-the-radar Ultra Luxe travel experience.