TravelLook, no pilot! Autonomous planes could arrive in NZ sooner than expectedPilot-free planes is a technology that the NZ CAA says is already on their radar.21 Mar 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlone but not lonely: The travel industry is deserting solo travellersDeath to the share plate.21 Feb 11:00 PM
TravelMayday, CQD, SOS? Why do pilots use the Mayday distress signal?On Wednesday evening a Qantas flight made a radio call that got the world’s attention.19 Jan 01:34 AM
TravelShort Haul flight is environmental enemy no 1. Is it time to revisit the Cook Strait Tunnel?Opinion: The Cook Strait is the site of New Zealand's most profligate air route.17 Jan 12:49 AM
TravelDitch the cases and slow down: Resolutions to make travel better in 2023It may not result in a six pack but pledging to be a better traveller is a win for all.15 Jan 10:51 PM
OpinionThomas Bywater‘Bring a book’: Air NZ apologises for screen outage on 17hr flightComment: How passengers got hooked on in-flight entertainment.10 Jan 01:45 AM
TravelWhy travelling long-haul with a toddler was the best thing I ever didOpinion: What started off as a trip from hell, turned into the best adventure of my life.27 Dec 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelDestination wedding dilemmas: How hard is it to marry overseas?Thomas Bywater navigates the I dos and I don't dos of a destination wedding.21 Dec 11:22 PM
TravelWhere we've been, where we'll go: Herald travel writers on the best trips of 2022Herald travel writers reveal their best trips of the year.05 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelSir John Key reveals his favourite NZ hidden gems, love of Antarctic explorationFormer Prime Minister shares his favourite holiday memories.14 Nov 04:40 PM
TravelOpinion: Ignorance is a tourist tax no cruise passenger wants to payCruise tourists are reportedly being fleeced by shuttle links in Kiwi ports.28 Oct 05:00 AM
TravelOpinion: Why you should still travel with cash overseasYou might not be the cash carrying kind at home, but across Europe, everyone's cashing in21 Oct 01:07 AM
Travel'They deserve tips': Flight Attendant actress Cuoco splits opinionTipping point: Crew and airlines respond to calls for tipping on planes.19 Oct 11:30 PM
OpinionThomas BywaterOpinion: NZ one of the world's 'friendliest countries'? It's nothing to smile aboutIs unfriendliness a luxury only northern Europeans can afford?13 Oct 05:04 AM
TravelWaking up in the city that never sleeps: What's new in New York?New York is back and buzzier than ever, and now just one direct flight away from Auckland.20 Sep 06:00 PM
OpinionSarah PollokOpinion: NZ Airlines have ditched masks, here's why I won'tWhy one travel reporter is keeping their N95 close on flights.15 Sep 07:30 AM
RoyalsQueen Elizabeth: The world's most travelled monarchWith over 285 state visits Elizabeth II was the best travelled royal.11 Sep 07:05 PM
TravelWhat's so great about cruise holidays, anyway?Our expert cruise writer flies the flag for holidays at sea.08 Sep 07:30 AM
TravelThe Fast Track racket: Is it worth paying to bypass airport queues?I've seen the worrying future of air travel, and it cost me $10 for the privilege.07 Sep 07:02 PM
TravelGames host city might be the coolest city in the UK - no bull!There has been a cultural revolution in Brum. So, what has reignited the Black Country?08 Aug 06:45 PM
TravelThe eDream is over: How travellers fell out of love with OTAsThe pandemic has unveiled devious tricks and shortfalls of OTA travel deals.15 Jul 02:30 AM
TravelCash or card? Money tips for your next trip abroadA sneaky service could cost you during your next overseas trip.21 Jun 01:40 AM
OpinionThomas BywaterOne in five Kiwis would fly sick as travel testing endsFrom midnight tonight, you'll no longer need a negative Covid test to enter the country.20 Jun 12:30 AM
TravelShould I still take a swab? Travellers pre-departure test questions answeredCan I get a refund on pre-booked tests? And can I fly when sick? Your questions answered.16 Jun 12:00 AM
TravelIs there a case for keeping pre-departure tests?The argument for keeping tests is unlikely to win you many friends.13 Jun 03:15 AM
RoyalsQueen Elizabeth: The world's most travelled monarchWith over 285 state visits Elizabeth II is the best travelled royal.02 Jun 10:45 PM
TravelTiktoker's gross reason to avoid swim-up bars"Vacation pro-trip: do not hang out in the pool where the swim-up bar is."23 May 11:20 PM
TravelKanoa Lloyd on favourite travel hotspotsFor The Project co-host, the perfect NZ getaway has to involve sun and sand.14 May 10:36 PM
PremiumPremiumTravel30 places you can visit without a pre-departure testPlus, 14 destinations you can visit without needing a test to return to NZ.05 May 06:00 PM
TravelOpinion: Air NZ's new safety video one Kiwis can be proud ofSo long creepy rodent puppets and B-list celebrity cameos.04 May 06:00 PM
TravelFrom Everest to NZ's Russian sweetheart, where to be this MayMay is the month that New Zealand stood on top the world.04 May 02:36 AM
TravelThe Anzac memorials you probably don't know aboutSome of the quieter places in Tāmaki Makaurau to reflect and remember this Anzac Day.24 Apr 12:37 AM
OpinionSarah PollokOpinion: Why Tourism Switzerland's latest advert is so bad it's goodAnd you thought Air New Zealand videos were cringe.13 Apr 11:31 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelHelp! My travel destination doesn't mandate masks. Should I still wear one?Your airline or destination doesn't require masks...should you still wear one?05 Apr 02:13 AM