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I almost fell for this dangerous tourist trap in Morocco

Days later I learned it was a common technique used to mug tourists.

'Biohazard': Kiwi couple's urine-soaked nightmare flight

They later found a pair of underwear under the seat in front.

Influx of international visitors boosts New Zealand tourism industry

Summer is off to a cracking start, with sunny days forecast and plenty of customers ready.

This unlikely Australian city is getting a ski resort

A winter resort is to be built in one of the hottest regions in Australia.

Welcome mat in Cyclone Gabrielle-hit areas a sign of regional resilience

OPINION: Communities on their knees after Gabrielle have hosted the big-city exodus.

Model reveals unexpected 's word' you should never say in regional Australia

Locals went friendly to frosty the second she said the word.

'Really busy and super positive': Paihia businesses shrug off criticism about town

There is pushback after comments about Northland’s top tourist town being run down.

Kiwis held on plane for 5 hours during 'traumatic' flight drama

Passengers claim the five-hour delay was only the beginning.

What tourism minister and Rotorua mayor talked about on Redwoods ride

Matt Doocey and Tania Tapsell caught up on issues during a mountainbike ride.

The upcoming Brynderwyns closure will cost about $200 extra for each truck trip

The extra costs for taking the detour will have to be passed on, truck drivers say.

Sudima Hotels boss Sudesh Jhunjhnuwala on business and spiritual enlightenment

Property investor Sudesh Jhunjhnuwala shares his 2023 highs and lows, and hopes for 2024.

American flies to wrong Sydney in unbelievable travel fail

The man was excited to find such a cheap flight to Australia.

The Kiwi virtual reality company taking travellers to luxury destinations

The virtual reality start-up offers 'the appetiser, not the main course' to travellers.

Have $500,000 to spare? You too could charter a superyacht this summer

Wealthy Kiwis are among clients who spend eye-watering amounts to charter superyachts.

Woman regrets viral hack for avoiding baggage fee

'I don’t recommend other people do it.'

Air NZ pilot reveals real reason you must ‘return to your allocated seat’

No, it's not so crew know where you are sitting in case of emergency.

This little-known Aussie customs rule could cost you $2100

One traveller shared a video warning fellow visitors about her stressful ordeal.

Thl's Grant Webster: What has been NZ's enormous loss during the past year

Plus his big hopes for the new Government.