I hired Michael to design a trip to Australia and New Zealand. It was important to me to use someone local and with deep knowledge of the areas to be traveled. Michael was spot on with respect to the resulting itinerary, duration, accommodations, and activities. The flow of the trip was just the right combination of relaxation and adventure. Each and every accomodation was off the hook fabulous. The amount of time in each place was perfect and the daily activities were memorable and perfectly suited to our wish list. I highly recommend Michael as a travel designer for the best down under vacation imaginable!!

My husband and I have just returned from 28 days in Australia and New Zealand. We have traveled independently and as part of tours. For this trip we decided to try working with a travel company. I stumbled upon Guest New Zealand and was most impressed with the reviews where people mentioned if they had a problem, a phone to Michael fixed it right away. That sold me on working with him, even before I met him. Michael did not disappoint. He put together a great itinerary that had us in 5 cities in Australia and driving both the North and South Islands of New Zealand. The B & B's were wonderful, the staffs attentive. The hotels were first class. And the tours were varied and fascinating, with enough time on our own for miles and miles of walking discovery. Every detail was covered. Michael always returned our calls promptly and always seemed to be smiling on the other end of the call. We would love to return and if and when we do, Michael will be planning our next trip. The next one will include train rides, ok, Michael?

I found Guest NZ online and sent them an email along with several other agencies, as I was looking to book my vacation to Australia and New Zealand. Michael Nees responded right away. I proceeded to book my vacation through his agency. He asked what I liked and worked with me in order to fulfill all of my wants and needs. He was very responsive and professional. And when I say responsive, I mean he would respond the same day even with the time difference. It was one of the best vacations I have taken, and I do travel a lot. When I arrived in NZ a bag with GPS, maps, cell phone and electrical plug adaptor were waiting for me along with an easy return envelope and some post cards. This was so helpful; I was able to stay in touch with my family and my boyfriend, plus I knew I could always call him or emergency # if I needed it. During my trip to Australia I forgot all my cash inside a safe at one of the places where I stayed. Michael arranged for the $ to be sent and deposited to my credit card. I cannot say enough of how happy I was with Michael Nees’s services. I would wholeheartedly recommend Michael and Guest NZ to anyone who is looking to go to New Zealand and/or Australia and I would like to take this opportunity to thank him for a wonderful and most memorable vacation ever!

Michael Nees and Guest New Zealand have planned and booked three trips for us, two to New Zealand and one to Australia. The experience each time was fantastic! The knowledge and professionalism of Michael and his team were very helpful. He does not recommend a B&B or Lodge unless he has stayed there himself. His choices have been fabulous and our hosts were very gracious and helpful. He has recommended the perfect itinerary each trip and his recommended activities or tours have all been interesting, fun and exciting. We highly recommend Guest New Zealand and Michael for a reasonably priced, first class and memorable vacation experience.