It’s Love at first flight as Air New Zealand enters the matchmaking game

Love is bound to be in the air, as Air New Zealand launches the world’s first matchmaking flight which hopes to help adventurous American singles find a date in New Zealand.

On October 13, 2009, an Air New Zealand flight will depart from Los Angeles, bound for Auckland, on a specially-themed flight, ahead of the dual Hemisphere singles’ party of the year - the Great Matchmaking Ball at Auckland’s SKYCITY Convention Centre.

“If your dating profile says you enjoy fine wine and long walks on the beach, then New Zealand is your perfect place for romance.

“Plus our down-to-earth, warm and wonderful people are an added bonus. And let’s not forget the splendid Kiwi accent—what more could an American guy or girl looking for love ask for?” says Steve Bayliss, General Manager Marketing.

Before take-off, Matchmaking Flight passengers will enjoy a pre-flight gate party at LAX and then themed food, drink, entertainment and games throughout the flight.

Waiting for them in New Zealand will be a fabulous, singles-only party and accommodation at the five-star SKYCITY Grand Hotel in Auckland.  

Tickets will go on sale soon, for Kiwi singles wanting a slice of the action, to the Great Matchmaking Ball to be held on Friday, October 15, at SKYCITY.