The Cruise Ship Season in Akaroa begins again in October 2012.
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Monthly Archives: August 2012
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The weather may feel a bit wintery but we’ve taken the last few months to get ourselves ready for the upcoming season. After all, spring is just around the corner. Below are announcements of new projects coming this season and some of the highlights of the winter. Thanks for reading.
Cheers Paul
Major Akaroa renovations
Over the winter we have completely stripped and upgraded our two Akaroa shops. There is a whole new feel and look to both the ticketing and the retail presence. We’d love to hear your feedback next time you are in Akaroa. Amongst other things you will see a new layout, new colours, big TV screens, new retail displays and some new signage.
Free dolphins to customers
10,000 fridge magnets are to be given away this season! We have lots of these cute little guys to give away to our customers on Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruises. If you can’t wait to see them just reply to this email and we will give the first 50 customers a free one whether you are planning to cruise with us or not.
Jetpack flyer
Check out this amazing photo taken in Akaroa recently. Developed in the USA this jet pack involves strapping a giant water hose onto your back and flying around the harbour. Not for the faint hearted!
Photo sharing competition
We’ve got a great new promotion going which is aimed at getting our customers to share their top pictures on our website. Every month the photo with the most votes will win the money back they paid for their cruise. Check out the first months pictures here.
Top t shirts
Summer is not far away! And we have got some great t-shirt designs lined up for our new shops this year. These t-shirts were voted best by our Facebook fans. They will be selling for about $30. Grab yourself a great look this summer.
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Massive cruise giveaway
We have a big giveaway planned for The Press for September 28 to October 8. We are giving away 20 family passes on both Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruises and Quail Island Adventures. The only catch is you have to be a Press subscriber!
Brochures relaunched
Keep an eye out for our brand new brochures. Yeah we know its not that exciting but it’s been about 6 years since we had a complete change of brochure and we know many people use them to decide what to do on holiday.
Dolphin protection
A review of the Hector’s Dolphin Threat Management Plan is underway a year earlier than planned. Thanks to Minister David Carter for changing this and we are hoping for more set net bans around Banks Peninsula as we move forward.
Mobile website
We’ve gone mobile! Now our website is easily accessed by any smartphone and bookings can also be made on smartphones with our new reservation system.
Lyttelton to Akaroa cruise
Father’s Day is set to be a cracker at Black Cat with a special Lyttelton to Akaroa cruise. We only do one of these each year where we cruise around the Peninsula and coach people back to Lyttelton at the end of the day.
Xmas time
If you want a unique and special venue for your end of year function then we have a great idea. Charter the Canterbury Cat on Lyttelton Harbour.
Dinner cruise functions are $75 per person including 3 hour cruise and 2 course meal and we will throw in a free drink if you talk to Ali in the next week.
Hurry because some of the best dates are already gone. Email Alison@blackcat.co.nz for more details.
Great Feedback
“Best dolphin watch trip in New Zealand”
If you are going to do a dolphin watching trip in New Zealand then this is the one to do. I have done different ones over the South Island including one other Hector’s dolphin watch trip (Akaroa is not the only place to find them at a 98% encounter rate). This trip stands out as the wildlife is exceptional but the history of the area; volcanic activity etc. makes the scenery and history much more interesting. The skipper and mate will cater for everyone’s needs and the boat is very modern and perfectly designed for the cruise. The dolphin guarantee makes it more worthwhile so will definitely be back.
Akaroa and Lyttelton News, Lyttelton New Zealand, Tourist Information
CHRISTMAS PARTY VENUES & IDEAS IN CHRISTCHURCH
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Here is a list of interesting things to do in Christchurch if you are planning and organising a staff or office Christmas Party this year. If you think you have an idea to add to this list please add them in the comments below.
Canterbury Cat
Just 15 minutes from Christchurch lies Lyttelton harbour. Brush away those cobwebs, get outdoors in the fresh sea breeze, watch the sun set while sipping a glass of your favourite brew. Dinner cruises are very popular for groups of over 30 people and need to be booked in early to early ensure your favourite date. The perfect solution for that end of year office party.
Lyttelton Harbour at sunset
The Black Cat Cruises catamaran comfortably holds up to 80 people. Lyttelton Harbour provides many sheltered bays and inlets to ensure a smooth calm environment and the natural beauty of Banks Peninsula guarantees an unforgetable event. A 2 course spit roast dinner on board is the most popular choice for groups and we are fully licenced.
Hot Chocolate
SHE CHOCOLAT is a restaurant and chocolatier situated in Governors Bay with fabulous views of the harbour. private chocolate event customised just for you and the team – yum!
Combines chocolate, food, wine, chocolate play and other surprises into one event. Fun informative and definitely memorable, be entertained by Irishman-Declan, a qualified corporate trainer as well as being passionate about chocolate of course! They can cater for groups of between 8-50 people. Early bookings are essential especially if you have a large group.
Adrenalin Forest
How far will you go?! Located near Spencer Park the Adrenalin Forest offers the most amazing team building “out of your comfort zone” activity available. The activity is a series of obstacles, flying foxes and tarzan jumps set in the forest. Test your balance, agility and fight gravity as you make your way around the course. Fun and challenging at the same time. They can cater for groups up to 100 people at a time. A BBQ is available on site and flag races can be arranged to add to the competition!! Night time options are available with head lamps, adds to the excitement and adrenalin!
Other options include:-
Enthuse is a media and events business and can help you create a memorable Christmas Party or event from planning to theming and providing the actual entertainment.
Mobile laser Skirmish A new leisure and recreational activity that comes to your venue
feel free to add more information in the comments section.