You may remember we mentioned New Zealand in our post on the top 5 destinations to visit during a recession. Now it’s finally more affordable to get there! Qantas recently announced their “travel stimulus” offer to visit Australia or New Zealand at up to 60% off flights from Los Angeles or San Francisco and up to 55% off of flights from New York.

Tickets start at just $299 each way (plus taxes and fees). Hurry up and book though, as the sale ends on Friday 3/20; valid for outbound travel 3/15-10/24.  Blake, our resident Aussie here at NileGuide, says he’s never seen rates like this to get down under! For more info visit Qantas.com.

Looking for something to do when you get there? Plan your trip to Melbourne, Sydney or Auckland and build your own free custom guidebook. Need some inspiration? Check out these pre-made guides by our local experts: Secrets of the City – Melbourne, Fashionable Sydney, First Day in Auckland.

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