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Zenbu is at The Fairways
We are pleased to announce that Zenbu is now available at The Fairways. For ease of access to the internet use you own account or ask for a voucher when you check in.
Zenbu is the most popular wireless internet access system at accommodations in New Zealand. More and more people now choose businesses providing Zenbu service, and they find them right here on our website. Have a look at the map of our zones to see where Zenbu service is available.
THE FAIRWAYS EARNS 2012 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE
Honoured as a Highly Rated Visitor Accomodation as Reviewed by Travellers on the
World’s Largest Travel Site
Kaikoura, New Zealand – 24 May 2012 – The Fairways at Ocean Ridge today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honours hospitality excellence, is given only to establ... ishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveller reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Approximately 10 percent of accommodations listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.
To qualify for the Certificate of Excellence, businesses must maintain an overall rating of four or higher, out of a possible five, as reviewed by travellers on TripAdvisor. Additional criteria include the volume of reviews received within the last 12 months.
“The Fairways is pleased to receive a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence,” said Stephan Rattray, Owner at The Fairways. “We strive to offer our customers a memorable experience, and this accolade is evidence that our hard work is translating into positive traveller reviews on TripAdvisor.”
“TripAdvisor is pleased to honor exceptional businesses for consistent excellence, as reviewed by travellers on the site,” said Christine Petersen, president of TripAdvisor for Business. “The Certificate of Excellence award gives highly rated establishments around the world the recognition they deserve. From exceptional accommodations in Beijing to remarkable restaurants in Boston, we want to applaud these businesses for offering TripAdvisor travellers a great customer experience.”
Marlborough Travel
The Fairways has partnered with Marlborough Travel to provide accomodation for their New Zealand Tours. They are also able to arrange daily activities for your during your stay
Greenshell Mussel Cruise
Daily cruise departures over the summer season from the Havelock Marina. A wonderful cruise out in to the Pelorus and Kenepuru Sounds, two of the main Sounds that make up the Marlborough Sounds. Visit a Greenshell Mussel Farm for the perfect wine and food match of fresh steamed mussels served with a glass of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.
Marlborough Travel
For an extensive range of daily tours, both scheduled and private tours of the Marlborough wine region. Indulge with fabulous wine and food on our Taste Marlborough Tour, combine the wine region and the Marlborough Sounds on our Marlborough Icons Tour, or sit back and relax on your very own private tour. All group sizes catered for.
In Room Catering
The Fairways has teamed up with Hislops Wholefood Cafe to present a breakfast menu that not only tastes great but is good for you! The Hislop family share a common desire toward sustainability with organic, fair trade food. You can pre-order your breakfast when you book your accomodation or you might like to have a Hislops Cheese Board or Antipasto Platter waiting for you on arrival.
The Sustainable Travel Network
The Sustainable Travel Network – the world’s only non-profit booking website…
The STN, founded in 2009, offers a superb variety of accommodation, activity, tour and rental vehicle providers, all of them of course sustainable. The difference to other travel booking websites is that ALL commissions made on your bookings through the website are donated to local conservation or community projects.
Book with the STN and be sure to leave New Zealand tangibly better off for your time here!
Visit www.sustainabletravelnetwork.org for more information and bookings and experience New Zealand in a sustainable way!
Qualmark 5-Star
Qualmark is New Zealand tourism’s official mark of quality. All operators that display Qualmark have been independently assessed as professional and trustworthy. The Fairways is now rated Qualmark 5 Star which is exceptional and amongst the very best available in New Zealand.
Enviro Gold
As New Zealand's official mark of quality for tourism, all businesses that have a Qualmark are also assessed on their environmental performance. This recognises businesses for their initiatives in energy, waste, water, conservation and community. The Fairways have an exemplary record in reducing their footprint on the environment and have been awarded Enviro Gold status by Qualmark.
Events
January
Fishing contest - Lions Club Shore Fishing
February
A&P Show day - last Saturday in February
March
‘Art in the Dark‘ annual exhibition of local artists - Kaikoura Winery cellar
April
Sharpies Easter Golf Tournament
June
Eco Art Kaikoura (recycled materials) - Kaikoura Winery (bi-annual)
The Lions Recycled Trash Fashion Show (bi-annual)
Stock cars - Queen’s Birthday weekend
Lions Charity Golf Tournament
July
‘48 hours in Kaikoura’ - photo competition
August
Holden Scramble Golf Tournament
September
Kaikoura Whale Run - Half Marathon/ 10km Walk/Run
October
Booth Shield (Golf Tournament)
Seafest - first Saturday in October
Kaikoura Pro Am golf tournament 2nd weekend in October
Kaikoura Trotting Cup - Marlborough Anniversary weekend
November
Lobster Inn Tavern Kaikoura Men’s Golf Open
The Moa Hunt - 40km cycle ride
Left Handers Tournament
December
Kaikoura Village Christmas
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