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Do you have 'gatexiety' when travelling?
The latest social media trend isn't necessarily a bandwagon you want to join.
Why I’ll never visit Queenstown in winter again
This Aussie has formed a thorough list of reasons.
Travel videos
Queenstown to Fiordland: Winter ski detour
Thomas Bywater visits Milford, Cardrona, Treble Cone and the ski fields of the deep south.
Things to do...
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
Strange but true: The KFC in Alice Springs tried to get a Michelin star
And other things you should know about this bonzer town.
The best hotels in the world have been named. Did NZ make the cut?
Two Australia hotels made the list, so how did Aotearoa fare?
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Why Tokyo's Sancha neighbourhood is the perfect base for first-timers
Bonus, it flies completely under the tourist radar.
A cancelled flight stranded me abroad. Here are 3 things I did straight away
Follow these three simple steps to get ahead of a flight disruption.
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.
Was holidaying better in the 90s? Or did we just get old?
After 3 decades visiting the same place with the same people, was it better then or now?
Faster check-ins at Auckland Airport begin today in tech upgrade
The shorter, more efficient process means travellers can save up to 13 minutes.
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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.