America`s Ultimate Bachelor To Board Air New Zealand`s Matchmaking Flight

Jason Mesnick and Molly Malaney Help Singles Search for Love with Five-Day $580
USD Fare
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--(Business Wire)--
For months, Americans watched as Jason Mesnick searched for his perfect match on
ABC`s The Bachelor. Now it`s Mesnick`s turn to facilitate the matchmaking,
joining passengers on board Air New Zealand`s world-first Matchmaking Flight.
Mesnick and his girlfriend Molly Malaney will be special guests on the October
13 journey, flying from Los Angeles to Auckland, New Zealand, to return to the
country where they fell in love.

In honor of their special guests, Air New Zealand is offering Matchmaking Flight
Web site members who book by July 15, 2009 a roundtrip ticket for $580* USD, a
$200 discount on the $780* USD fare. To book online and access the discount,
travelers are invited to upload an online dating profile at
www.thematchmakingflight.com, and then enter the LOVE200 promotion code when
booking the Matchmaking Flight.

"Molly and I fell in love with New Zealand during The Bachelor - it`s truly the
most romantic place on Earth," said Mesnick. "We can`t wait to return to the
stunning scenery and Kiwi hospitality and we hope that all the Matchmaking
Flight singles have as much success as we did in finding one another."

"Jason and Molly know something about finding the right match, and we`re hoping
they can share this with the singles on Air New Zealand`s matchmaking flight,"
said Roger Poulton, vice president, Air New Zealand - the Americas. "Returning
to New Zealand for the magic and romance - this time in a committed relationship
- is very important to them, and we`re glad to take them back."

Matchmaking Flight passengers will enjoy a complete matchmaking experience
beginning with a send-off party at the departure gate in Los Angeles. At 30,000
feet, travelers can expect matchmaking advice from a celebrity host,
complimentary party packs, an open bar, speed dating and other games. Once on
the ground in Auckland, travelers are invited to the Great Matchmaking Ball at
SKYCITY Convention Center, to be attended by single New Zealanders.

Air New Zealand has also developed a series of special vacation packages **
allowing matchmakers to extend their experiences beyond the Matchmaking Flight
events. These packages include:

-- Romance - Relaxing activities and lush destinations
October 17 - 22
$799.00 (USD)
Promo code: ROMANCE

-- Culture - Delve into New Zealand`s rich heritage and national treasures
Oct. 17 - 22
$599.00 (USD)
Promo code: CULTURAL

-- Adventure - For the adrenaline junkies in the pack
October 17 - 22
$699.00 (USD)
Promo code: ADVENTURE

* Includes fuel surcharge, excludes government fees and taxes up to $85 which
includes September 11 security fee. Restrictions and conditions apply.

** Accommodation packages are subject to availability and exclude the costs of
airfares, taxes which are additional. Charges or taxes imposed directly by third
parties are not included in the price.

About Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand offers more direct flights to the South Pacific than any other
airline, including non-stop flights from San Francisco, Los Angeles, Honolulu
and Vancouver to New Zealand, as well as Los Angeles non-stop to the Cook
Islands and Samoa. Other popular destinations include Australia, China, Japan
and Tonga. In addition to flying non-stop Los Angeles-London, Air New Zealand`s
route between London and Hong Kong now allows customers to fly round-the-world
on one airline. Consistently rated among the world`s best international
airlines, Air New Zealand`s new Inflight Concierge Service provides all
passengers with a range of services, from travel advice to assistance with
onward bookings. Air New Zealand`s most recent accolades include "Best Business
Class to Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific" for the third straight year
by Business Traveler Magazine (USA) "Best Transpacific Airline" at the 26th
Airline Industry Awards, "Best Passenger Service" award by Air Transport World
magazine, and "Best Business Class Red Wine" for the Martinborough Pinot Noir
2005 at the 2007 Cellars in the Sky awards. United Mileage Plus, US Airways
Dividend Miles and Air Canada`s Aeroplan members earn and redeem mileage on
select flights. Flight and vacation essentials can be booked on
AirNewZealand.com or by calling 1-800-262-1234 in the USA and 1-800-663-5494 in
Canada. Air New Zealand is a member of the Star Alliance network.

Air New Zealand
Sarah Miller-Reeves, 310-648-7039
Sarah.Reeves@airnz.com
or
CRT/tanaka
Susannah George, 310-659-5380
sgeorge@crt-tanaka.com

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