Kay Paulsen
021-0836-9360
kay@hootcruises.co.nz
Based in - Levin
About Me
I have been a travel consultant now for 4 years and have achieved very high levels specialising in cruises. I love my job and am blessed to have a career that combines my own personal passion for travel with the opportunity to help make the travel dreams of my clients come true.
Started with Hoot Cruises as my Travel Career. Within my first year I was a finalist for “CLIA Rising Star New Zealand” for the CLIA Cruise Awards 2017 and then in 2019 I was a finalist for “CLIA Cruise Consultant of the Year – New Zealand”. In 2019 I achieved CLIA Master Accredited status My recent cruises include: P&O – Pacific Pearl; Princess Cruises – Ruby Princess; Holland America – Noordam; Oceania – Regatta; Dream Cruises – Explorer Dream Favourite Ship: Gee that’s a hard one as they all have so many different aspects to them. Being able to meet new people, sit back relax with each day bringing new experiences you cannot beat. The Explorer Dream had amazing on-board entertainment, Oceania Regatta was beautiful boutique luxury. I have enjoyed each cruise ship I have either cruised or inspected during my time and hopefully will have many more to cruise with.
Services
Flights
Accommodation
Tours
Group Bookings
International Holidays
Cruising
Recommended Destinations
Worldwide Ocean & River Cruise Destinations
Special Interests
Cruising
Places I Have Traveled
New Zealand
Austria
Australia
Canada
Germany
United Kingdom
United States
My Special Offers
Make This Year Count – Air New Zealand New Year Sale
2026 is here — it’s time to make this year count with the trip you’ve been dreaming of! Air New Zealand’s New Year Sale brings incredible fares across Australia, the Pacific, Asia, USA, and Canada — perfect for city escapes, island getaways, or iconic international...
Backroads Small Group Tours Crafted for the Curious save $230nzd pp
Valid for Sale from 7 January to 18 February 2026 on 400+ departures between 1 March - 30 November 2026. Contact your personal travel manager for more details
Sea World Resort with Luxury Escapes
Minimum 5 Nights from NZ$1,579 (resort double room) - Bestselling Gold Coast Sea World Resort with Unlimited Entry for Up to Four Guests to Four Theme Parks & VIP Inclusions Treat the family to the ultimate Gold Coast adventure with a stay at this bestselling...
The Little Shore Khao Lak by Katathani – Luxury Escape
Minimum 5 Nights from NZ$1939 ($2169 with return transfers)/ Pool suite - Khao Lak Beachfront Pool Suites & Villas with Daily Breakfast, Dinner & Nightly Free-Flow Cocktails Tucked away on Khao Lak’s pristine Nang Thong Beach, this spectacular resort beckons...
ACTIVE TASMANIA
PRICE: $9980 per person twin share. *Flights ex-Auckland * Great accommodation * Lux transport * Fully guided * 31 meals included * Over 16 different hikes and walks * Visit and walk in 11 different National and Regional Parks * 2 river cruises + 3 ferry...
Discover the Magic of Britain & Ireland – Exclusive August 2026 Departure
We’re thrilled to announce exclusive access for our clients to join Trafalgar’s Britain & Ireland Panorama Tour, departing 20 August 2026 — including the spectacular Edinburgh Royal Military Tattoo. This is your chance to secure a seat on our most popular UK coach...
Nelson and Farewell Spit From $4,950 per person
Saturday 14 Feb 2026 - Thursday 19 Feb 2026 (6 Days) Experience the breathtaking natural beauty of Farewell Spit, a stunning 30-kilometre stretch of land only accessible by guided tour. Our journey begins in Nelson, where we visit the Nelson Classic Cars Museum before...
Chatham Islands Tour from $7695 per person
Saturday 24 Jan 2026 - Saturday 31 Jan 2026 (8 Days) A remote and breathtaking destination, rich in unique wildlife and fascinating history Chatham Island is New Zealand’s easternmost outpost, the first permanently inhabited place in the world to welcome the new day....
Alaska, Denali & Yukon Cruisetour 16 Night Fly, Stay, Cruise & Tour Package from $10,459pp
Alaska, Denali & Yukon Cruise tour 16 night Fly, Stay, Cruise & Tour Package from $10,459 per person share twinInside Stateroom (talk to your personal travel manager about other cabin options and pricing) Cruising with Holland America Line Exclusive...
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