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I’ll be real: I don’t have many places on my bucket list. I’ll go wherever the wind blows, the deals are, and people I love reside.
There are a couple of exceptions… and one of them is New Zealand.
I’ve been a Lord of the Rings fan since I devoured the novels at age 11, a fandom that only intensified with the release of the greatest trilogy ever made (fight me Star Wars fans 🙃 ).
A trip to our real-world stand-in for Tolkien’s fictional Middle Earth? A dream come true.
Even if you’re not a die-hard Tolkienite, New Zealand is an adventurer’s dream: jaw-dropping landscapes for days, epic hiking opportunities, adventure sports, rich Māori culture, unique wildlife, excellent wines, hot springs, glow worms… we could go on. 🏔️
But I think you get it.
New Zealand is epic - and with a value of 4.3 cents per point, so is this deal that will get you there.
Travel Details
Airline: Delta Airlines
Route: ORD - AKL (+ dozens of other U.S. departure airports)
Seat class: Economy
Points price: 20k
Cash price: $900
Dates: Select dates 10/27-12/8
Fees: $40 (departing) / $55 (returning)
Why This Deal Is Amazing
4.3 cents per point is what we consider EPIC value in our Daily Drop rating scale… and this deal truly is. 🔥
There’s pretty solid availability from end of October all the way through the beginning of December, so you have a ton of opportunity to pick your dates. Plus, with availability from tons of U.S. airports, including smaller airports, you can likely find an airport quite close to you - if not your home airport.
We don’t see that every day, so jump on this one sooner rather than later if you can.
How to Book
With Points: Transfer American Express Membership Rewards to Delta. Find this specific fare via this link. Book directly through Delta.
With Cash: Flights price around $1,250 roundtrip. You can book directly with Delta or through travel portals to earn bonus points.
If you’d rather book with points, here’s what you’ll need:
Maximize Your Booking
Make the most of your rewards by using a card that earns bonus points on flights, like:
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card — Earn 2x points on all travel purchases
Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card — Earn 5x miles on flights through Capital One’s travel booking site
American Express® Gold Card — Earn 3x points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines
Chase Sapphire Reserve® — Earn 4x points on flights booked direct
American Express Platinum Card® — Earn 5x points on flights booked directly with the airline or through American Express Travel® (up to $500,000 per calendar year, then 1x)
Bottom Line
This deal is amazing guys… so don’t sleep on it! If you’re ready for your own magical adventure a whole world away… this deal’s for you. Start dreaming about wide open skies, towering mountains adorable birds, and friendly Kiwis with that charming accent and slang.
