beyond the blue (btb) is a private company, owned and operated by Pacific Region travel expert Steven Pleciak. With many years of experience in the travel industry, BTB has helped countless guests from around the world have fabulous holidays in New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific. BTB is fortunate to have identified many of the travel industry's most genuine and passionate operators, and they are BTB's handpicked partners when it comes to recommending holidays for others in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.
btb’s philosophy is simple. We aim to give you the best holiday you could possibly have. By combining your special interests with our knowledge of the best places to stay, how to get there (rental car, train, camel etc) and what’s on in each region, you are sure to get the most out of your trip Downunder.
And a great thing about booking a travel package with btb is that it probably won’t cost you any extra than if you had made your own bookings. So, you get great value and independent advice without the hassle of dealing with dozens of different providers. Also, we can be a tenacious advocate for you should something not turn out right during your holiday.
At btb, we specialise in tailor-made itineraries so no request is too unusual for us. Perhaps you want ten days roaming around the South Island of New Zealand in a campervan, staying on farms or at boutique lodgings, or you might be after a tranquil getaway to the top end of Australia, staying in a private and luxurious house with its own billabong. Want a side trip to Antarctica? We can do that, too.
And, we can make additional suggestions, help you get off the beaten track if that’s what you’d like or steer you toward some hidden treasures. We can advise you on transportation and do all the bookings. Should you want a few days rambling on your own, unconstrained by an itinerary, that's okay too. Our clients often contact us while on the road for our best accommodation & dining tips and we’re happy to help. For service, our aim is to exceed your expectations.
We promise to be honest about our suggestions and your requirements should we feel that certain points need to be discussed. Once you are happy with the final travel itinerary, we will send our handmade leather folder containing all the travel documentation for your holiday. Included will be maps, driving instructions, travel vouchers and accommodation brochures. We can source and include other, specific guidebooks, should these be necessary.
