At North Harbour Corporate Travel we have made Groups and Conferences a specialised field. To such a degree that we have dedicated staff to this part of our business.
Generally speaking a legitimate group is 10 people or more traveling together on one leg of a journey. Groups are wide and varied, such as:
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School Groups (foreign language, or sports) |
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Sports Groups and Tours |
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Company Conferences |
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Weddings (the South Pacific is increasingly popular) |
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Special interest such as shows, gardening tours, sister company visits |
In the past 10 years airlines have moved to a yield management system. Limited cheap seats on aircraft sell quickly, often well in advance. In some markets last minute (what is also termed distressed inventory) can be bought at bargain prices. This is not common in New Zealand .
There are advantages to booking Groups (yes, there is an upside!). Groups can enjoy:
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Delayed payment options. Most groups do not need to pay final balances until 1 month prior to departure. Many cheap fares must be purchased within 24 hours of reservations. By delaying payment it allows you to:
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get information out to participants |
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gather deposits for commitment |
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allow time for people to save (this is very common with schools or communities fundraising to attend events)
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Additional baggage allowances on specified flights. Perfect for sports groups or company conferences where additional equipment is required.
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Like minded people traveling together to achieve:
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Networking |
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Passengers having a common interest |
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Single passengers do not have to travel alone
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One location. By using one location you are assured of a captive audience. Don't have delegates disappearing as the company's key-note speaker describes your next years business plan!
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By having all group participants arriving together on the same flights, transfers and staying at the same hotel you ensure prompt arrival and departures plus everyone is convienietly located together. Ask us about contingent liability palns on this point!
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Ask us about our group escort service! You can have one of the NHCT staff escort your group and provide an "on location" tour desk. It saves you time and gives your delegates an important point of contact throughout your event or conference. |
We can also assist your with a dedicated webpage for group participants. This includes a home page, itinerary, important questions and information. Plus an easy to follow booking page.
Contact us today for your next group.
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