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About us

We are MAD about TRAVEL - we live what we sell!

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At Mad about Travel, adventure is in our DNA. We’re not just travel agents — we are passionate skiers, divers & mountain bikers with a love of the outdoors and exploring the world.  We specialise in Mountain, Adventure, and Dive holidays!

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We started Mad About Travel because we wanted to share our passion for active, unforgettable travel experiences. We understand that every traveller is different, which is why we take the time to craft trips that suit your style, pace, and sense of adventure. Whether it’s your first adventure holiday or your tenth, we will help you make it epic.

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Based in New Zealand, we’ve explored some of the world’s best destinations, and we love helping our clients do the same. From planning the logistics to adding those little extra touches that make a trip special.

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Adventure awaits — and we can’t wait to help you find yours.

  • ​​A worry free experience because you're dealing with an IATA accredited agent backed by the Flight Centre Group. 

  • The security of knowing that your funds go straight to a trust account backed by the Flight Centre Group NZ.

  • No need to pay 100% up front.

  • We care about our clients. We are here to look after you. Our clients become friends!

  • We've been there, skied it, dived it or biked it. We know! 

  • We'll save you time and money.

  • No hidden fees.

  • A seamless travel experience.

  • After-hours support.

  • A one stop shop for all your holiday needs.

Why book with us?

Our mad promise!

10 reasons!
 
1.  We are an approved broker of the Travel Managers Group (TMG) which is a fully accredited IATA agent. TMG is owned by the publicly listed Flight Centre Group. Our processes are robust. Our systems are used by the entire Flight Centre Group and we have access to thousands of land suppliers, hundreds of airlines, and all ski, dive & adventure niche suppliers.
 
2.  Your funds are strictly managed in a separate client funds trust account that is administered by The Flight Centre Group and is regularly audited. Our accounting processes are continuously audited and are robust!
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3.   We love our clients! We’ve found over the years, clients become friends! You allow us to participate in an industry that we love! MAD Travel Gurus are here to make your travel experience as unforgettable as we can!  We achieve this by applying our experience and knowledge to get you the best deal to suit your needs and budget. All our MAD Travel Gurus have years of experience and are passionate about what we do!
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4.   We’ve been there, skied it, dived it or biked it. This means YOU get quality, first-hand advice from professional travel agents who know and love their jobs.

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5.   Our job is to listen to you first and tailor a package especially for you.  This saves you time, stress and money. It also gives you a back up if something goes wrong. 

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6.   The price is the price. We pledge to be honest and straight up with you.

 

7.   If you book your whole trip through "Mad about Travel" you will get a seamless, integrated travel experience. You can rely on us! If you get a disruption early in the trip, we will ensure that any required changes in the rest of the trip will be made at the least possible expense to you. We will also work with your insurance company to help you reclaim any losses incurred.

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8.   You can call our emergency phone 24/7 and you will get a live, real MAD Travel Guru who will be able to advise you and help you.

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9.   You pay your deposit, airfares and insurance upfront. Then the rest is due 120 days prior to travel. If you book independently you will generally need to pay the whole amount upfront when you book.

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10.   We can look after your whole holiday! Right here, right now, in one place.  This means if you have an issue, it's one phone call to a real person at "Mad about Travel". We can book just about anything, anywhere, anytime, please just ask us! 

Meet the team!

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Club Med Sahoro,

Japan 2024

Phil Clark - Director & Mad Travel Guru​

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Phil has been crafting ski, snowboard, dive, and mountain bike holidays since 2007. He’s skied in Canada, Japan, and the USA, dived in Fiji, Tonga, and Thailand, biked across Europe and Canada, and hiked through Morocco and Nepal.

 

Phil's firsthand experience means every trip he plans comes with insight, expertise, and genuine passion.

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Talk to Phil about a holiday:

phil@madabouttravel.co.nz

0800 623 872

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Cradle Mountain,

Tasmania 2025

Katie Clark - Director & Mad Travel Guru​

 

Katie began her travel career in 2002 and has explored far and wide — from skiing in USA and Canada to mountain biking through Canada’s stunning trails. She’s also hiked in Norway and ticked off bucket-list adventures in China, Japan and Egypt (she even had her honeymoon skiing in Colorado, with Phil of course!).

 

With her knack for detail and love of crafting special experiences, Katie ensures every trip feels effortless, personal, and full of adventure.

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Talk to Katie about a holiday:

katie@madabouttravel.co.nz

0800 623 872​

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Park City 

Utah, 2023

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Whistler Bike Park,

Canada 2024

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