Travel and holiday news
Strange but true: The KFC in Alice Springs tried to get a Michelin star
And other things you should know about this bonzer town.
Meet the best AirBnb host in New Zealand
The couple reveal the 'personal touches' that make their place one of the best in NZ.
Travel videos
Queenstown to Fiordland: Winter ski detour
Thomas Bywater visits Milford, Cardrona, Treble Cone and the ski fields of the deep south.
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Spring has sprung, so make the most of these Auckland events
With three festivals in one weekend, Auckland’s social calendar is beginning to heat up.
Celebrate this Father's Day with art, science, theatre and nature
Plus, a flower festival in Epsom, The Lion King production, and things to plan ahead for.
Say farewell to winter and warm up at these Auckland events
There are five great reasons to get out and about in Auckland before August ends.
Catch a last-minute film at the NZIFF, then top it off with these Auckland events
If you have the joy of some free time this weekend, we’ve got a list of ways to fill it.
Love art? Check out these exhibitions in Auckland this weekend
Plus, Disney on Ice, markets and a restaurant month for foodies that can not be missed.
Travel tips
Boots, blisters and bodyweight training: How fit do you need to be to do a Himalayan trek?
Everything I did to prepare for an eight-day hike in Nepal.
I'm a travel journalist and these two websites are invaluable for trip planning
OPINION: They aren't considered travel sites but they can be hugely helpful.
Flight attendant reveals 'secret buttons' on Virgin Australia planes
Revealed: Secret plane features hidden in plain sight.
Cruise holidays
Woman kicked off cruise ship for complaining in private WhatsApp group
The 68-year-old's contract was cancelled after she vented in a private text group.
'Burdened': Greece hits cruise passengers with tourist fee
Levy to be introduced in 2025 in a bid to curb over-tourism.
Five places in India a Uniworld river cruise can take you that you can’t reach any other way
A luxury river cruise on the Ganges reveals India’s lesser-known wonders.
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NZ travel
Every reason why you should be in Queenstown right now
Did you know everyone's favourite ski town excels in September? Here's why.
Flava Breakfast host, Azura Lane goes topless at a European beach - would you?
Boobs out at the beach: Should NZ adopt this European norm?
Overseas travel
The reality of having no Wi-Fi on holiday - is it heaven or heinous?
The highs and lows of going 10 days offline.
How travel delays the ageing process
And it's a lot more fun than eating salad and going to the gym.
Strange but true: The KFC in Alice Springs tried to get a Michelin star
And other things you should know about this bonzer town.
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Popular NZ attraction closing in response to ‘serious risk'
Experts say improving protections is 'crucial'.
How Hawkins won giant $800m new Auckland Airport terminal contract
Downer-owned builder wins huge job, the largest private infrastructure job of its type.
Viral video shows Venice tourists stuck in knee-deep water
People are shown calmly wading through knee-deep water in gumboots.
Let the fun beGIN: This week's travel alerts will put you in the mood for summer
From a floral G&T to a new Christchurch hangout, there's lots going on in travel.
The outdoor enthusiast’s guide to Great Barrier Island
Make sure you earn your ‘beach time’ this summer.
Stop harassing celebrity baby pygmy hippo, zoo visitors warned
Two-month-old Moo Deng has won hearts across Asia.
What does it take to be a headline artist for World of Wearable Art 2024?
Artist Nikita 雅涵 Tu-Bryant finds inspiration in travel. Always.
10 ways to make your first trip to Korea incredible
From affordable spas to the best food, make sure you’re hitting all the right spots.
Could this be the answer to an overtourism backlash?
This tactic isn't just better for destinations but for travellers too.
Why you can't smile in passport photos
A Department of Internal Affairs official was "truly astonished" by some submissions.
US airline mechanic jailed after trying to smuggle cocaine
The airline mechanic was caught looking for cocaine bricks under an international flight.
Set the alarm: Uluru’s new Sunrise Journeys light show is worth the wake up
From red dirt to digital canvas - indigenous art comes to life at a new Uluru experience.
Is this the world’s ‘strangest-looking' plane?
According to one user on social media, the plane has an 'absolute unit of a forehead'.
Will NZ's new tourism levy really discourage visitors?
The price hike has sparked criticism but what do the tourists think?
Which airline has the best free toys? We had kids test activity kits
If you’re trying to keep the kids entertained, these airlines can help.
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Tackling NZ’s food waste problem
Woolworths’ ambitious goal to keep unsold food from landfill.
How Blue Frog made a giant leap
Sustainable breakfast company breaks into new markets with help from Kiwibank.
Ambulance stations need urgent work
Light The Way appeal needs $4m to fund urgent station builds.