The initiative from New Caledonia allows agents and wholesalers the opportunity to explore the destination at their own pace and to their personal preferences.
By booking a self-famil through the program, agents will have access to exclusive industry rates on flights, accommodation, transport and experiences, some of which are up to 50% off standard rates.
The self-famil program has been designed in such a way that travel agents can craft their own customised New Caledonia itinerary, where they can choose when they want to travel (outside of blackout dates in peak season), which regions and experiences they want to explore and also bring a companion with them on their journey.
To be eligible for the program, agents need to complete the New Caledonia Specialist E-learning program.
Once this has been completed, they can submit an application for a self-famil on the website approximately two months before the intended travel date and the application is processed within 10 days.
Travel advisors are encouraged to plan their trips between March and November for the best availability.
Once the application has been approved, the travel agent will gain access to suggested itineraries and to curate their trip according to their personal preferences.
Heart of Voh. Picture courtesy Ben Thouard
Some of the discounts available in the destination include:
- 50% off public rate at Chateau Royal Beach Resort & Spa, Noumea
- Book two nights, get the third night free at the recently refurbished Beaurivage Hotel, Noumea
- Get up to 35,000 XPF in bonus value add-ons while staying at the Sheraton New Caledonia Deva Resort & Spa, Bourail
- 30% off when booking your vehicle from AVIS – perfect for a New Caledonian road trip!
- 15% off private day trip diving in the New Caledonia lagoon with Odyssey Diving
- 15% off excursions in the national parks in the Great South with Toutamizut, and so much more!
After New Caledonia reopened for tourism at the end of 2024, a spate of new experiences, restaurants and bars, as well as upgraded accommodation options, have been introduced to the destination, meaning there’s plenty of new activities travel agents can recommend to their clients.
Main picture courtesy Pauline Masse
