TravelThe best hotel in the world has just been named. Here's how much one night costsThe hotel has almost exclusively received 5-star reviews from awe-struck guests.24 Apr 12:23 AM
EntertainmentDirty chais and gorgeous views: Actor Kazim Khan on his favourite spots in AucklandEvery week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCafe co-owned by former All Black to close due to coaching offerBrother was the Evans’ first foray into hospitality and quickly became popular.31 Jan 10:32 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction'From $4000/night to the sky's the limit': New InterContinental Auckland opensMayor Wayne Brown officiated at today's opening along with Precinct's Scott Pritchard.30 Jan 12:34 AM
New Zealand'Busy' long weekend in Rotorua despite wet weatherOne cafe was 'full house' one morning, while a campground only had a couple of spots left.24 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelExperience five-star comfort in the wilderness at Timber Trail LodgeSavour the great outdoors and experience the full Timber Trail experience in Piropiro.21 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Substantial' Auckland interest in sale of $200m Tauranga towers apartments'We haven’t seen anything of this scale before in our city.'16 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat to do in Wellington this summerWhere to stay, what to eat, and what to do in the capital this summer.13 Jan 09:00 PM
CrimeCarrington Resort: A high-end dream turned nightmareThe future of a resort plagued with community issues and lawsuits looks dire.05 Jan 04:00 PM
VideoCouncil closes popular Dunedin cafeA popular Dunedin cafe was paid almost $700,000 by the council to close its doors. Video / ODTWatch13 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandFi Greig's culinary journey redefines local diningFi Greig has been involved in the culinary scene for about 17 years.04 Dec 09:34 PM
New ZealandFocus: Cafe owner’s stolen truck returned with sorry noteVarun Chada couldn't believe his eyes when his truck reappeared four days after it was stolen. Video / Ben Dickens Focus Reporter / Chereè KinnearWatch25 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesFrom butcher to hotel-maker: The Kiwi boss at global giant MarriottAnd the connection he'd like to make with the All Blacks.16 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Chronicle Q&A: Dale PullenPullen is keen to see a four- or five-star hotel open in the city.17 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity gets chance to meet company behind major project proposed for Paraparaumu BeachThe proposed project is a five-storey hotel and apartments.11 Oct 03:38 AM
Lifestyle‘I fell in love’: Zennon Wijlens on his 20-year rise to becoming NZ’s top chefHe needed a job after high school - so he went into a cafe and asked for one.02 Oct 03:57 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Has tourism become a dirty word?OPINION: Sector is recovering, but international spending only half that before Covid.30 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelLuxury v squalor as Rome slips into degradationNew York Times: Streets overflow with garbage, while hotels shine with ornate gold.22 Sep 10:00 PM
TravelSpot the Kiwi in the South France: Locals say it's a dead giveawayLive like a local in Provence, but first, you must look like one.16 Sep 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKate MacNamaraChateau Tongariro’s tangled web of cost traps taxpayersWhat, we must ask ourselves, is the grande dame worth?11 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandAvenue Hotel bouncing back after fireWhile it's been “a trying time”, a lot of bookings are coming in for the summer months.29 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionGood punt: SkyCity hits turaround, CEO's pay upRemember the blaze back in 2019? The company expects a $657.1m fire insurance payout.22 Aug 10:58 PM
New ZealandFurious blaze destroys vacant Napier lodgeIn minutes, 40 metres of century-old Marine Parade frontage was ablaze.15 Aug 03:05 AM
New ZealandSid's story: From waiting tables to owning a multi-award-winning restaurant"If you don’t have a passion for food, service, and hospitality, it’s not your game."14 Aug 07:15 PM
TravelReview: Salerno's treasure - stay in an Airbnb built on 2nd century Roman ruinsThe perfect base to explore Italy's southern region.10 Aug 12:00 AM
New ZealandNapier’s Central Fire Station Bistro named best regional restaurant in NZPacifica, in Napier, was again awarded three hats and Teresa's Cocktail Bar also won big.07 Aug 10:08 PM
New ZealandWork under way to repair Ōhakune motel fire damageThe hotel is planned to be fully repaired by the end of the week.07 Aug 02:54 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAccommodation rates in Whanganui 10 per cent above national averageThe occupancy rate was also around 10 per cent higher than the same month in 2022.01 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui tops tourism growth tables two months in a rowThe growth comes at a time when tourism is usually quieter in the region.28 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelIs a hostel just for youths? No longer.Why staying in hostels when you're an older traveller is an easy way to save money.26 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandShelly Bay fire: Local pub helps out cafe closed for monthsCafe owners' faces lit up at the chance to open after being closed for months.26 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesHigh stakes: What tourism businesses need to do to cash in on $37b of spendingFirms warned they can't rely on pre-pandemic tactics.24 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThey bought a dilapidated building and created one of NZ’s rising B&Bs'It’s the best decision we have made. We have absolutely no regrets.'14 Jul 12:02 AM
New ZealandTea towels spontaneously combust, gutting popular restaurantTea towels spontaneously ignited after going through a clothes dryer, investigator says.12 Jul 03:19 AM