Getting There

SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE

A bus service is available, with pick-up points in a number of locations around Blenheim. Scroll down this page to view the full Bus Service Timetable.

There will be a shuttles and taxis operating from Blenheim Airport but we recommend you make a booking: Neal Shuttle Bus 03 577 5277 Marlbororough Travel 03 577 9997 Marlborough Taxis 03 577 5511

CROSS COOK STRAIT WITH BLUEBRIDGE

For travel information on the Bluebridge ferry service between Wellington and Picton, please click here.

Destination Marlborough

For background on the region and accommodation options in Marlborough see the website www.destinationmarlborough.com

or contact the local i-sites, who offer a friendly booking service.

Blenheim i-SITE Visitor Centre Blenheim Railway Station, SH1 Blenheim Phone: +64 3 577 8080 Fax: +64 3 577 8079 Email: blenheim@i-SITE.org

Picton i-SITE Visitor Centre The Foreshore Picton Phone: +64 3 520 3113 Fax: +64 3 573 5021 Email: picton@i-SITE.org

Bus Service Timetable

Friday 22nd April 2011
4.00pm ex Aston Court, 4.05pm ex Redwoodtown Countdown & 4.10pm ex Alana Place to Omaka
4.00pm ex KFC, 4.05pm ex Seymour Square & 4.10pm ex Ariki Industries to Omaka
4.30pm ex Aston Court, 4.35pm ex Redwoodtown Countdown & 4.40pm ex Alana Place to Omaka
4.30pm ex KFC, 4.35pm ex Seymour Square & 4.40pm ex Ariki Industries to Omaka
8.15pm ex Omaka to Alana Place, Redwoodtown Countdown & Aston Court
8.15pm ex Omaka to Ariki Industries, Seymour Square and KFC

Saturday 23rd April 2011
8.30am, 9.00am, 9.30am, 10.00am & 10.30am ex Aston Court & Seymour Square to Omaka
8.30am, 9.00am, 9.30am, 10.00am & 10.30am ex KFC & Ariki Industries to Omaka
8.30am, 9.00am, 9.30am, 10.00am & 10.30am ex Redwoodtown Countdown & Alana Place to Omaka
3.30pm, 4.00pm, 4.30pm & 5.00pm ex Omaka to Aston Court & Seymour Square
3.30pm, 4.00pm, 4.30pm & 5.00pm ex Omaka to Ariki Industries & KFC
3.30pm, 4.00pm, 4.30pm & 5.00pm ex Omaka to Alana Place & Redwoodtown Countdown

Sunday 24th April 2011
8.30am, 9.00am, 9.30am, 10.00am & 10.30am ex Aston Court & Seymour Square to Omaka
8.30am, 9.00am, 9.30am, 10.00am & 10.30am ex KFC & Ariki Industries to Omaka
8.30am, 9.00am, 9.30am, 10.00am & 10.30am ex Redwoodtown Countdown & Alana Place to Omaka
3.30pm, 4.00pm, 4.30pm & 5.00pm ex Omaka to Aston Court & Seymour Square
3.30pm, 4.00pm, 4.30pm & 5.00pm ex Omaka to Ariki Industries & KFC
3.30pm, 4.00pm, 4.30pm & 5.00pm ex Omaka to Alana Place & Redwoodtown Countdown

RETURN TRANSPORT to Classic Fighters Omaka Ex Picton

Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th April 2011

Travelling with Sounds Connection

Depart Omaka Buses depart at 2.00pm & 4.00pm.

COST: $30.00 per person return

Bookings are essential. PHONE 0800 742 866
Or email tours@soundsconnection.co.nz

Seats will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Look forward to seeing you!

www.soundsconnection.co.nz

Accommodation

All of the 'low-hanging-fruit' was picked months ago, however there are still opportunities available. If you are requiring guidance in your quest for accommodation around Easter weekend, contact Sheree Lochead at jim-lochead@slingshot.co.nz or call (03) 577 5354.

FLIGHT OPPORTUNITIES TO THE SHOW

There is going to be a broad range of exotic aircraft pointing their noses towards Omaka this coming Easter. These range from single seat aircraft to vintage airliners, and all sizes in between. If you would like to experience the ride of a lifetime to or from Classic Fighters, we can put you in touch with owners and operators to help make this happen and help you to enjoy an experience that you will look back on fondly for the rest of your life! Please contact us direct if you're looking for something a little different!

Fernatics

Looking for travel and accommodation packages to Classic Fighters 2011? Check out this site www.fernatics.co.nz

Nimons

Join the team at Nimon & Sons Ltd for a truly memorable weekend. Travel from Hawkes Bay to Blenheim in style on board our luxury coach and the Interislander Ferry. Travel, accommodation and ticket packages available. See the website for details www.nimons.co.nz.

Fly DC-3 New Zealand

Will be flying from Ardmore on Thursday 21st April, to attend the Classic Fighters Omaka 2011 in classic comfort and style. Return to Ardmore on Monday 25th April. ($450 return)

For more information about the DC-3 flight please contact Jessica at flydc3@paradise.net.nz or 0274 382 297.

The DC3 will also operate Scenic flights each air-show day. Call Jessica on 0274 382 297 to book your seats.

$90 for 25 mins or $50 for 15 mins. (Timings TBA on the day.)

www.nzwarbirds.org.nz/dakota/

Southern DC3 Flights

Operating same day return flights to the 2011 show.

Beth Dunn -Charters & Office Manager - in office on Thursdays and Fridays
Southern DC3 Charitable Trust

PO Box 2834, Christchurch 8140.
Physical address:
23 Sir William Pickering Drive - Burnside Christchurch
Ph: 03 358 1123 or 0274 948 63, www.southerndc3.com