We've compiled a list of our top spots for diving and snorkelling in our favourite destinations.

Any of these can be incorporated as part of a tailor-made holiday, or we can arrange a dedicated trip for the hardcore divers amongst you.

Air New Zealand’s new all black Boeing 777-300ER was treated to a hero’s welcome last week as it landed at Heathrow. The all black Boeing officially begins flying the London – Los Angeles - Auckland route this week and was ceremoniously greeted at the gate by the cabin crew to celebrate.

Congratulations to Air New Zealand, well deserved winners of airline of the year at the ATW awards

Enjoy a saving of £300 per couple when you book your escorted tour of New Zealand before 31st March 2012.

Although not set to be released for another year, Tolkien fans have this week been treated to a glimpse of the much anticipated film The Hobbit - An Unexpected Journey with the release of an online trailer. As with the incredibly popular Lord of the Rings Trilogy the films (due to the length of the book it is to be split into two films) are being made in New Zealand and will once again showcase the stunning and diverse scenery found there.

Matt shares a few tips from his recent trip to the South Island of New Zealand on how to make the most of your time in this amazing part of the world.

As we rolled on the big swell off the coast of Kaikoura and I tried to keep the contents of my breakfast in my stomach I was pretty sure the previous 30 minutes spent swimming with 40-50 dusky dolphins would be the highlight of my time in New Zealand. Five days later as I helicoptered up a remote valley from Lake Wanaka towards Minaret Station I realised how wrong I was. I can’t imagine a more spectacular way of getting to your accommodation and I defy anyone to not be wowed as you spot the small collection of tents in the distance.

We were winners at last night's Sunday Times Travel Magazine Reader Awards. "Bridge & Wickers 'can do attitude' pushes them to second place and makes them your favourite tour operator to Australia and New Zealand".

Thanks to everyone who voted for us.

The prestigious Relais & Châteaux association has long provided the discerning traveller with the best private hotels and fine restaurants worldwide. This year they have added a further 3 of Bridge & Wickers favourite luxuruy properties to is current 45 member collection, including Qualia on Hamilton Island, Saffire Freycinet on Tasmania's east coast and Huka Lodge in Taupo, New Zealand.

Lonely Planet's new coffee table book - Great Journeys - highlights two of NZ's spectacular journeys amongst its pages, as well as featuring Queenstown & Southern Lakes as a 'Must See' region in its BEST IN TRAVEL 2012 collection.

Since most airlines put up their prices on (or around) December 13th, you can often make considerable savings on airfares by taking off before the seasonal peak. Our consultants can tailor any holiday to your requirements but here are some examples of savings.

If like us, you are fascinated by aeroplanes...yes, we are airline geeks! Here's some news on the Boeing Dreamliner and Air New Zealand.

Over 6000 volunteers have assisted authorities to remove the oil flowing from stricken vessel MV Rena which ran aground off New Zealand's Bay of Plenty coastline.

Winning or losing aside ... off the field and away from the pressures, New Zealand’s great outdoors has provided some amazing experiences for Rugby World Cup players between matches.