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Air NZ limits pet travel on smaller planes over staff safety concerns
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Air NZ limits pet travel on smaller planes over staff safety concerns

Merlin the Irish Water Spaniel will be barred from regional flights under the new rules.

05 Nov 10:28 PM
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Why this will be NZ's most exciting cruise season yet

Here's why.

05 Nov 07:27 AM
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Flight check: Qantas from Adelaide to Auckland

Review: Qantas flies Auckland to Adelaide and back again for the first time in 18 years.

05 Nov 03:24 AM

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‘People get so fixated’: Experts reveal alternatives to NZ Great Walks
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‘People get so fixated’: Experts reveal alternatives to NZ Great Walks

The Great Walks are the most popular, but they aren't the only 'great' walks.

04 Nov 06:14 PM
More than a show: Why Sydney keeps tempting Kiwis across the Tasman
Travel

More than a show: Why Sydney keeps tempting Kiwis across the Tasman

It's hard to spend a weekend in Sydney without missing a beat.

04 Nov 06:30 AM
Inside the Qantas flight 141 mayday call that led to Auckland emergency landing
New Zealand

Inside the Qantas flight 141 mayday call that led to Auckland emergency landing

04 Nov 03:00 AM
Why this NZ gem is perfect for a getaway before summer
Travel

Why this NZ gem is perfect for a getaway before summer

04 Nov 02:58 AM
The hidden gem travellers miss when in Perth
Travel

The hidden gem travellers miss when in Perth

03 Nov 09:57 PM
This capital is emerging as a cool cultural base in Scotland
Travel

This capital is emerging as a cool cultural base in Scotland

03 Nov 09:55 PM
Croatia is shedding its Soviet-era shackles
Travel

Croatia is shedding its Soviet-era shackles

The country which lines the Adriatic is both beautiful and historic.

03 Nov 06:37 PM
Air NZ to launch new Pacific Islands route
Travel news

Air NZ to launch new Pacific Islands route

It comes as Christchurch's international capacity looks set to soar past pre-Covid levels.

02 Nov 10:11 PM
Is this the best way to nail a Bali holiday?
Travel

Is this the best way to nail a Bali holiday?

If you love enjoying food on holiday, this tip is for you.

01 Nov 07:47 PM
How to do Japan’s onsen towns right in winter
Travel

How to do Japan’s onsen towns right in winter

Ginzan’s ryokan is said to have inspired Hayao Miyazaki’s Spirited Away.

01 Nov 06:14 PM
Insider’s guide: Best spots to visit in Hastings and Havelock North
Travel

Insider’s guide: Best spots to visit in Hastings and Havelock North

Skip the tourist traps and explore like a local

01 Nov 06:00 PM
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Pacific Islands travel

Air NZ to launch new Pacific Islands route
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Air NZ to launch new Pacific Islands route

It comes as Christchurch's international capacity looks set to soar past pre-Covid levels.

02 Nov 10:11 PM
Is this quiet luxury resort Fiji's newest hotspot?
Travel

Is this quiet luxury resort Fiji's newest hotspot?

"In bustling Nadi, you'll find one of the most beautiful hotels in all of Fiji."

20 Oct 09:30 PM
Embracing the slow rhythm of a Samoan Sunday
Travel

Embracing the slow rhythm of a Samoan Sunday

It's a steady and unhurried day, pulsing with music, food and faith.

18 Oct 11:00 PM
Your ultimate guide to the best things in Niue
Travel

Your ultimate guide to the best things in Niue

See the very best of the island with this insider guide.

13 Oct 05:14 PM
Fiji launches surprising 'happy hour'
Travel

Fiji launches surprising 'happy hour'

There are no cocktails involved but it may be the highlight of your visit.

04 Oct 06:06 PM
Beyond the postcard: 8-off-the-beaten-track ideas for Fiji and Samoa
Travel

Beyond the postcard: 8-off-the-beaten-track ideas for Fiji and Samoa

There is more to Fiji and Samoa than beachside cocktails, as you will discover.

23 Sep 05:00 AM
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Cruise holidays

Why this will be NZ's most exciting cruise season yet
Travel

Why this will be NZ's most exciting cruise season yet

Here's why.

05 Nov 07:27 AM
'She was completely intoxicated': Family sues cruise giant over mum's fatal fall
World

'She was completely intoxicated': Family sues cruise giant over mum's fatal fall

The lawsuit says the crew ignored signs she was visibly intoxicated.

02 Nov 01:03 AM
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Carnival Cruise Line to use Auckland as home port
Tourism

Carnival Cruise Line to use Auckland as home port

Tourism Minister Louise Upston says the move signals confidence in New Zealand tourism.

29 Oct 02:07 AM
Effortless luxury on the Adriatic: A day in Hvar with Ponant
Travel

Effortless luxury on the Adriatic: A day in Hvar with Ponant

L’Austral carries just 264 passengers, reaching ports larger ships cannot.

20 Oct 11:30 PM

Travel videos

Move to allow freedom camping on shores of Lake Wānaka sparks backlash
Travel

Move to allow freedom camping on shores of Lake Wānaka sparks backlash

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05 Nov 06:25 PM
South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula
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South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula

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04 Nov 07:33 AM
Best travel spots in the world
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Best travel spots in the world

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27 Oct 07:52 PM
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New Zealand travel

Insider’s guide: Best spots to visit in Hastings and Havelock North
Travel

Insider’s guide: Best spots to visit in Hastings and Havelock North

Skip the tourist traps and explore like a local

01 Nov 06:00 PM
Brick Bay Sculpture Trail is a visual feast
Travel

Brick Bay Sculpture Trail is a visual feast

Escape the winter blues with a feast for the eyes.

25 Oct 06:25 PM
‘Like winning the Oscars’: NZ region earns spot on Lonely Planet’s must-do list
Travel

‘Like winning the Oscars’: NZ region earns spot on Lonely Planet’s must-do list

The region gained International Dark Sky Reserve status in 2023.

23 Oct 12:01 AM
Inside Queenstown’s new luxury lodge with rooms from $2800 a night
Travel

Inside Queenstown’s new luxury lodge with rooms from $2800 a night

Guests are welcomed with Ruinart Champagne overlooking Lake Wakatipu.

16 Oct 10:30 PM
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Billionaire's $521m superyacht turns heads on Auckland waterfront
Auckland

Billionaire's $521m superyacht turns heads on Auckland waterfront

The 117m vessel owned by billionaire Eric Smidt has been moored since mid‑September.

11 Oct 10:10 PM
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Lockdown inspired couple to plan glowworm cave attractions
Business

Lockdown inspired couple to plan glowworm cave attractions

Plans for a second attraction near Queenstown won Environment Court approval last month.

06 Oct 04:00 AM
Insider picks: Where Queenstown locals really eat, drink and shop
Travel

Insider picks: Where Queenstown locals really eat, drink and shop

Perky’s floating bar lets you bring your own takeaway to enjoy on Lake Whakatipu.

04 Oct 06:37 PM

Overseas travel

More than a show: Why Sydney keeps tempting Kiwis across the Tasman
Travel

More than a show: Why Sydney keeps tempting Kiwis across the Tasman

It's hard to spend a weekend in Sydney without missing a beat.

04 Nov 06:30 AM
Air NZ to launch new Pacific Islands route
Travel news

Air NZ to launch new Pacific Islands route

It comes as Christchurch's international capacity looks set to soar past pre-Covid levels.

02 Nov 10:11 PM
NZ passports are among the world's 'most powerful' – here's why the ranking is at risk
New Zealand

NZ passports are among the world's 'most powerful' – here's why the ranking is at risk

Kiwis can enter 186 countries visa-free but the latest rankings carry a warning.

18 Oct 04:19 AM
Kiwis losing big on hidden ATM fees while travelling abroad
Travel news

Kiwis losing big on hidden ATM fees while travelling abroad

ATM surcharges peaked in Vietnam at an average of 27.1%.

16 Oct 06:59 AM

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How to do Japan’s onsen towns right in winter
Travel

How to do Japan’s onsen towns right in winter

Ginzan’s ryokan is said to have inspired Hayao Miyazaki’s Spirited Away.

01 Nov 06:14 PM
Insider’s guide: Best spots to visit in Hastings and Havelock North
Travel

Insider’s guide: Best spots to visit in Hastings and Havelock North

Skip the tourist traps and explore like a local

01 Nov 06:00 PM
From LED trees to falconry: Experiencing Japan’s holiday season traditions
Travel

From LED trees to falconry: Experiencing Japan’s holiday season traditions

Monks at Kyoto’s Chion-in temple ring a 70-ton bell 108 times on New Year’s Eve.

31 Oct 06:28 PM
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From LED trees to falconry: Experiencing Japan’s holiday season traditions
Travel

From LED trees to falconry: Experiencing Japan’s holiday season traditions

Monks at Kyoto’s Chion-in temple ring a 70-ton bell 108 times on New Year’s Eve.

31 Oct 06:28 PM
Fire offerings and water temples: Incredible spiritual experiences in Bali
Travel

Fire offerings and water temples: Incredible spiritual experiences in Bali

These lesser-known experiences offer a peek into the country's culture.

31 Oct 06:20 PM
An insider’s guide to the best swimming spots within an hour's drive of central Auckland
Travel

An insider’s guide to the best swimming spots within an hour's drive of central Auckland

A new book has found NZ’s best beaches, lakes, rivers, pools and hot springs.

31 Oct 04:05 AM
How to choose your perfect Philippine island escape
Travel

How to choose your perfect Philippine island escape

The Philippines boasts thousands of islands. Here's exactly which one to pick.

30 Oct 06:06 AM
Raw salamander and terrifying heights: Mistakes to avoid on a China trip
Travel

Raw salamander and terrifying heights: Mistakes to avoid on a China trip

Here's how to ensure your trip goes without a hitch.

30 Oct 05:26 AM
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Carnival Cruise Line to use Auckland as home port
Tourism

Carnival Cruise Line to use Auckland as home port

Tourism Minister Louise Upston says the move signals confidence in New Zealand tourism.

29 Oct 02:07 AM
Travelling solo? This Asia spot is perfect for women going alone
Travel

Travelling solo? This Asia spot is perfect for women going alone

Bhutan’s crime rate is among the world’s lowest, offering rare peace of mind.

28 Oct 05:00 PM
'We’re very keen for visitors': The underrated Asia gem tourists are missing out on
Travel

'We’re very keen for visitors': The underrated Asia gem tourists are missing out on

From mango stalls to misty tea hills, every stop brings a fresh surprise.

28 Oct 03:57 AM
Tainan, not Taipei, is Taiwan’s true foodie capital
Travel

Tainan, not Taipei, is Taiwan’s true foodie capital

27 Oct 10:03 PM
Best travel spots in the world
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Best travel spots in the world

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27 Oct 07:52 PM
Learning the art of meditation with real monks
Travel

Learning the art of meditation with real monks

25 Oct 07:12 PM
Brick Bay Sculpture Trail is a visual feast
Travel

Brick Bay Sculpture Trail is a visual feast

25 Oct 06:25 PM
Ship, ahoy! Rainbow’s End pirate ship returns after 8 years – and what it's like on board
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Ship, ahoy! Rainbow’s End pirate ship returns after 8 years – and what it's like on board

24 Oct 01:34 AM
Cambridge mini-break: Where comfort, style and slow travel meet
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Cambridge mini-break: Where comfort, style and slow travel meet

23 Oct 06:35 PM
Auckland family stranded after weather cancels Queenstown flight home
New Zealand

Auckland family stranded after weather cancels Queenstown flight home

23 Oct 05:00 AM
‘Like winning the Oscars’: NZ region earns spot on Lonely Planet’s must-do list
Travel

‘Like winning the Oscars’: NZ region earns spot on Lonely Planet’s must-do list

23 Oct 12:01 AM
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