Ensure you get to London Heathrow Airport three hours prior to departure where you will meet a member of staff from Living With The Lions who will assist you with check in for your international flight.
MATCH DAY! 1st Test Match
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RUA GREEN TOUR HOTELS
AUCKLAND – IBIS HOTEL AUCKLAND CENTRAL, 3* (4 nights from 22nd June)
Centrally located in Auckland CBD (Central Business District), ibis budget Auckland Central offers modern accommodation with a kitchenette, en suite bathroom and a balcony. Situated just off Queen Street, ibis budget Auckland Central is within easy walking distance of most city centre attractions. Auckland’s Sky Tower is only 200 m away, while Viaduct Harbour is 600 m away. All guest rooms are decorated in a modern style with a fridge, microwave and cooking facilities. Some rooms enjoy great views over Auckland city from the private balcony. Ibis Auckland Central offers easy access to transport including local trains and buses.
LWTL Says: ‘The rooms are basic, clean and tidy. Very much what you would expect from an Ibis Hotel. The hotel does not have a bar or restaurant but couldn’t be any more central giving you a great selection of food and drink only a short walk away.’
NAPIER – THE CROWN HOTEL, 4* (3 nights from 26th June)
Overlooking the waterfront, The Crown Hotel offers stylish boutique accommodation in Ahuriri, just 5 minutes’ drive from Napier city centre. Guests receive access to a restaurant, fitness centre and 5GB of free Wi-Fi. Crown Hotel Napier features the original heritage-listed hotel building, restored to reflect the style of the Art Deco era. The newer 4-storey complex features studios and suites with ocean views and modern furnishings. All accommodation includes underfloor heating, a private terrace, iPod dock and an LCD TV with satellite channels. The bathrooms feature luxurious fittings and a hairdryer. Tea/coffee making facilities and a work desk are provided. Milk & Honey Restaurant is located on the ground floor of the Hotel overlooking the ocean. Additional hotel amenities include complimentary car parking, daily newspapers and laundry facilities. Those travelling with babies receive a free gift pack containing a change mat, toys and baby products. The Crown Hotel is an 8-minute drive from Hawke’s Bay Airport.
LWTL Says: ’A lovely boutique hotel, set nicely on the waterfront in the growing fishing area of Napier, a few minutes drive from the ‘Old Town’. Rooms are nice and clean and there is a nice bar and restaurant onsite with others found on the streets behind.’
WELLINGTON – COPTHORNE HOTEL & RESORT SOLWAY PARK, 4* (3 nights from 29th June)
This luxurious resort is nestled in the lush Wairarapa Valley, framed by the Tararua Ranges. Its 10-hectare landscaped grounds include indoor and outdoor pools and sports facilities. Copthorne Hotel & Resort Solway Park offers spacious, modern rooms with air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, and satellite TV. The Grill at Solway Park has an extensive à la carte menu and Wairarapa wines, and it is open all day. The deli counter serves light meals and drinks, while Café Solway offers indoor and outdoor dining. The Copthorne Hotel & Resort also features spa facilities, a gym, tennis and squash courts and a golf driving range. Children can enjoy the playground, the trampoline and the games room. A business centre is also available. The resort is located on the outskirts of Masterton, surrounded by vineyards, the Queen Elizabeth Park and Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre. Wellington is just over 1 hour’s drive away.
LWTL Says: ‘Nice big rooms, spacious bar and meeting areas. It has an interesting golf driving range behind the café, gym and swimming pool. Nearby there is plenty to do; the Wairaraa wine region produces some of the best NZ wines, and can be visited by bus or even bike! There are golf courses nearby and some beautiful walks through national parks and wildlife centres. The journey to the stadium is 95km for match day.’
QUEENSTOWN – HERITAGE HOTEL, 4* (5 nights from 2nd July)
Boasting stunning views over Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown, this friendly hotel is located just outside the lively town centre. It features a heated indoor/outdoor swimming pool and an elegant restaurant. Guests enjoy 1GB of free WiFi per night. Heritage Queenstown offers modern, alpine-style accommodation in peaceful, scenic surroundings. In a typical mountain style, the buildings are made from centuries-old schist stone and cedar wood. The property is 20 minutes’ walk from the centre of Queenstown and a 10-minute drive from Shotover River. It is 13 minutes’ drive from Queenstown International Airport. Accommodation choices include hotel rooms, apartments and large open-plan studio suites. Fern Hill is a great choice for travellers interested in lakes, downhill skiing and scenery.
LWTL Says: ‘A great hotel with nice rooms on the edge of town and beside the lake. It has a big bar and restaurant but the indoor/outdoor pool and spa will also be popular!’
AUCKLAND – WALDORF HOTEL, 3* (3 nights from 7th July)
Waldorf Tetra Apartments offer spacious apartment accommodation in the heart of Auckland CBD (Central Business District), just 50 m from the shops, entertainment and restaurants of Queen Street. Guests receive 1GB of free WiFi per day. All apartments at Tetra Waldorf offer kitchenettes and combined dining/lounge areas. Laundry facilities are provided and local telephone calls are free. Guests can work out at the on-site fitness centre. Waldorf Tetra Apartments are located less than 10 minutes’ walk from Auckland University, the Sky City and The Civic Theatre. It is 5 minutes’ drive from Auckland Domain and World War II Museum. Auckland Hospital is 8 minutes’ drive away.
LWTL Says: ‘A high standard of self catering apartments currently being refurbished (not all rooms). There is no bar or restaurant available and breakfast will be available at a cafe next door included as part of your package. The walk to the city centre would take between 15-20 minutes but bars and restaurants can be found within 10 minutes.’
NEW ZEALAND 2005
TESTIMONIALS
I have recently returned from Australia after experiencing your companies services for the 2nd time (SA previously). Just a few words to compliment you, your staff and in particular our tour leader (endeavour 1V Red) Mike Pyrgos, Robert Jones and John Bentley on their professionalism, attention to detail and sheer commitment to ensuring our enjoyment. Mike and Rob helped me out with a particular problem and I will be forever grateful! Your staff in general were kind and considerate and again I thank them. They were all, a credit to you and your company and everyone in our party from South Wales would agree with this sentiment. Please pass on my thanks to everyone. Again Thanks!
Gordon Pritchard
Just a Big Thank You to all Living with the Lions Staff in organising the Tour to Australia. Had an Amazing Time – The Organisation and Attention to Detail was first class. Also, please pass on our thanks to the Group Leaders (Mike and Andy plus others), John “Bentos” Bentley and Rob Jones as Rugby hosts, plus the additional student helpers (Jonathan, Katie, Lucy) for their part as well Will definitely be touring again with LWTL, whether it be Lions, Hong Kong Sevens or Dubai Sevens. Best wishes for the future and hope to see you soon…
Huw Thomas, Graham Davies and Ceri Jonathan
Many many thanks for a fantastic holiday. Everything was so well organised I really cannot speak highly enough of the quality of the tour and the hard work put in by both the Living with the Lions guys and all the volunteers. Mike, Andy, Fleur and Lucy on our tour were simply brilliant. Looking after so many people all doing their own things was not an easy task although you guys made it seem effortless – the hard work behind the scenes made everything go like clockwork. The final Saturday was a day to remember. The general talk was – “well how good was that”. Not just the result but the whole day, simply brilliant. Rob and Bentos were both fantastic as well working so hard to talk with everyone to make everyone’s holiday something special. Once again a big thank you to all and hope to see you all again in four years!!
Many thank and kind regards,
Alasdair and Susanna
Many thanks for an excellent tour to Australia for the Lions 2013. The way all your staff looked after us all and the pre-match parties were fantastic capped off with an amazing boat trip to the final test and of course the win. Please pass on our thanks to all concerned and we shall see you all in 4 years. Again many thanks to all for a fantastic 3 weeks.
Neil and Gaynor Street
Thanks for a great trip to Australia. We can’t emphasise enough how much we enjoyed ourselves and how much we appreciate the effort that you all put in to ensure that it was the holiday of a lifetime. Please pass on our thanks and comments to all the representatives.
With very best wishes
Dave & Anne
Hope you are well and not too jet-lagged! Please pass on our thanks to the team for a thoroughly enjoyable tour. I have travelled with several sports companies before and this was definitely the best experience, particularly in terms of the pre-match entertainment. You may remember my father and I were late additions to the Great Barrier Reef Trip. If you can email,send an invoice we can settle up.
All the best,
Carolyn
On behalf of the Whitby Lads, Ron, Craig, John,Tim and myself I would just like to take this opportunity to thank the Living with the Lions team for a tremendous Lion’s tour! The whole tour surpassed all our expectations and was so professionally organised. This trip of a lifetime proved to be just that!
Many Thanks
Bill Bowes
