Meet AMPED’s ‘Kiwi’ founder and creator, Shona Bracey. An experienced, qualified and knowledgeable travel professional who shares the same passion about Skiing, Snowboarding, and adventure holidays around the world, as those of our customers.
Shona has been involved in the New Zealand Travel Industry for over 30 years, and brings a wealth of industry and experiential knowledge, that is paramount when running and adventure travel business, and delivering a seamless and highly professional service-based business.
“If you call AMPED, there’s a good chance it will be me you’re talking with directly. I’m passionate about snow travel and am proud to play a big part in helping our clients find an amazing travel deal. Thanks for visiting us and hope to speak with you soon.”
Meet Luca, a driven member of our sales and marketing team with a lifelong passion for the mountains. After completing a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Otago, he combined his love for snowboarding with his professional ambitions. A former snowboard instructor at Snowplanet, Luca brings industry knowledge and genuine enthusiasm to everything he does, and he’s looking forward to ticking off ski trips to Japan and North America.
With a diverse travel background across the Americas, the Pacific, and Asia, Luca offers a well-rounded perspective and firsthand insight. His global experiences and deep-rooted love for snow sports make him a valuable guide when helping others plan their next unforgettable holiday.
“My dream is to see the world and experience everything it has to offer. Exploring new places is my greatest passion, and that means I can help you plan a journey you’ll never forget.”
Meet Crystal, one of our dedicated travel specialists whose passion for exploring the world began back in high school. After completing a degree in travel and tourism, she was set to launch her career when the pandemic delayed her plans. Undeterred, Crystal continued to chase adventure by skiing in Japan, the USA, and Canada, and exploring a variety of destinations along the way.
She has snorkelled the vibrant Great Barrier Reef, enjoyed the scenic beauty of New Zealand, discovered the culture of Japan, and relaxed on the shores of Rarotonga. With a wealth of first-hand experience and an eye for unforgettable moments, Crystal is excited to help craft your perfect getaway.
“I adore travelling, and the most rewarding thing is helping others experience the joy and wonder that I love so much.”
Why Choose AMPED?
At AMPED we have made it our business to personally travel to the destinations that you have talked and dreamed about. Therefore, uniquely able to offer our customers first-hand tips, tricks, and insider information to ensure you sample the very best resorts and experiences, all suited to your individual wants and needs.
Furthermore, we hold direct relationships with our suppliers of air travel, ski/snowboarding, and adventure products, thus giving our customers peace of mind when it comes to the quality of the products that we sell.
AMPED are Proud ‘Members’ of Global Travel Network (GTN), New Zealand’s Largest Affiliate Travel Associations, which is 50% owned by House of Travel Holdings, and fully accredited with IATA and TAANZ.
Our Core Values
AMPED core values represent the way we do business, why we are in the business that we are in, and why we are the best at what we do!
To Be Genuine and True:
We will only ever be honest and true to ourselves, each other, and to our clients.
To Go the Extra Mile:
At AMPED we strive for excellence and are therefore bound by our desire to satisfy, go beyond the call of duty, to ensure every customer experience with us is a positive one.
Customer Value:
We will strive to look for ways to add value for our client’s experiences, and always negotiate the best deal available.
To Always Be Straight Up:
We are committed to being open and honest with our clients, business partners and team members, we have nothing to hide; we are trustworthy.
A Cohesive Team is King:
As the old saying goes ‘There is no I in Team’. Therefore, at AMPED, we will strive to build a fun, funky and cohesive team and work environment, and respect those around us in both work and play, and always remain open to suggestions and change.
We Know What We Are Doing!
‘AMPED’ Trusted Travel Professionals – we will save you time, money, and frustration!
SHORTFALLS OF BOOKING OVER THE INTERNET?
So many options for booking on ‘the net’ nowadays and the offers seem so amazing. But believe us, at AMPED we too have incredibly good deals, and often better value, more flexible, and more reputable, alongside receiving our services for free!
Therefore, if you see something you like, then ask us, as our reach is huge! Remember, your holiday is a huge investment in both time and money, and you want to get it right. So, having a trustworthy, accredited travel partner on your side can literally be the difference between a memorable holiday vs a disastrous one.
Book with AMPED and avoid the following when booking with an unknown, offshore entity:
- Unexpected Fees
- Product Selection Risk
- Lack of Support
- Having to Pay 100% Up Front
- Lack of A Trustworthy Travel Partner
- The Risk of Losing Your Money
- Spending Days or Weeks Trawling Through Options
- Lack Of Cohesion When Dealing With Multiple Different Entities
- Booking Wrong Flights and Flying For Hours More Than Necessary