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Chris Schulz: Called to the crush

The best concerts leave memories, mosh scars and minor hearing loss, says Chris Schulz.

Rod Pascoe: Reaching the tipping point

Being forced to pay a gratuity to serving staff seems unnatural for New Zealand travellers, writes Rod Pascoe.

Winston Aldworth: The ethics of queue jumping

Running late, I did the only sensible thing and charged to the front of every line, apologising to those immediately around me as I squeezed past them, writes Winston Aldworth.

Linda Herrick: In my case, I need the bells and whistles

Know thyself and, when travelling, know thy luggage - or get ready for a quick return trip to the airport, writes Linda Herrick.

Winston Aldworth: Waiuku's OK, but stay away from Karioitahi

Rose Matafeo's one-liner about Waiuku in last week's My Holidays segment raised some eyebrows down in the Jewel of Franklin.

Winston Aldworth: Let's get crafty with the beer we serve in the air

Airlines have been fussing about their wine lists for years, but have been slow to catch on to the recent rise in popularity of craft beer, writes Winston Aldworth.

Shelley Bridgeman: Stressed out about travel admin

Shelley Bridgeman is stressed out by all the travel admin that comes with taking a holiday.

Winston Aldworth: How can an airliner fly under the radar?

Many people outside the airline industry were surprised to learn that airliners couldn't be quickly and clearly tracked at all times.

Winston Aldworth: This job's just the ticket

The number of entries in the <i>Herald</i>'s recent travel writing competition served as a reminder to those of us who get to do this for a job that we are pretty fortunate.

Jim Eagles: The case for less security

Change is in the air after years of frustration for passengers.

Winston Aldworth: Benefits of being absolutely certain

Arriving at the Jetstar check-in counter in Melbourne I reach into the slot in my bag where I am absolutely certain I've left my passport... It's not there. Problem.

When upgrades are lonely

Trading up is great, but better with company.

Winston Aldworth: Internet access in New Zealand hotels

On a recent stay at a very reputable New Zealand hotel, I couldn't figure out how to get the wi-fi to work for my laptop, writes Winston Aldworth.

Jim Eagles: Best of the brims

For all the world's designs, the perfect travel hat eludes me.

Winston Aldworth: The risque business of safety videos

Air New Zealand's flair for getting media attention around their safety videos is a thing of wonder.

Winston Aldworth: Corby's story is a warning

Yesterday afternoon, Schapelle Corby emerged from her near-decade-long stint as a guest of the Indonesian prison system.