June Travel Check-In: Halfway Through 2025

🌏 — Where Will the Next Half Take You?

As we welcome June, it’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through the year.

If you started 2025 with big travel dreams — especially the idea of finally booking that long-awaited cruise — consider this your friendly reminder: there’s still time, but now is the time to plan.

Whether you’re celebrating a milestone birthday, marking a special anniversary, or simply saying “I deserve this,” a cruise is one of the most enriching, relaxing, and rewarding ways to travel.

Why Choose a Cruise in 2025 or 2026?

Cruising offers the perfect blend of adventure and ease. With so many options available — from luxurious ocean voyages to culturally immersive river cruises and family-friendly sailings — there’s truly something for everyone.

Here’s why now is the ideal time to start planning:

🛳 Cruises Book Out Early The most popular itineraries, cabin types, and departure dates can fill quickly — especially for 2025 and early 2026 sailings.

🎉 Celebrate Life’s Big (and Small) Moments From milestone birthdays to well-earned retirements, a cruise is a meaningful way to celebrate life in style.

📆 Give Yourself Something to Look Forward To Having a cruise on the calendar gives you time to plan, get excited, and make memories that last a lifetime.

Not Sure Where to Start? Here Are Some Ideas:

• Mediterranean Cruises – Think Greece, Italy, Spain, and sun-drenched coastal days.

• European River Cruises – Ideal for culture lovers who want to explore historic cities at a relaxed pace.

• Alaska Cruises – A bucket list experience filled with glaciers, wildlife, and unforgettable scenery.

• South Pacific & Fiji Cruises – Perfect for tropical island lovers seeking rest and rejuvenation.

• New Zealand & Australia Voyages – Discover our own backyard with fresh perspective and comfort.

Let’s Make It Happen

Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a seasoned sailor, I’ll help match you with the right itinerary, cruise line, and travel style — making the process easy and enjoyable from the moment you say yes to the moment you set sail.

Let the second half of 2025 be the moment you say:

“I’m not just dreaming about it — I’m booking it.”

—Deanna Johnston | NZ Travel Broker | The Travel Chick 🛳️