Christchurch named among world’s top 10 trending travel destinations for 2027
“I’m proud to see our very own Ōtautahi Christchurch recognised among the world’s Top 10 Trending Destinations for…
Brantome: The French river town that feels like a quieter Venice
Brantôme en Périgord Brantome From the Bridge. Photo / Agnes Groonwald See Brantome from the River Dronne The…
School holiday travel: Air New Zealand prepares to fly 850,000 people
Where are they flying? According to Air NZ, close to 150,000 customers are travelling to and from the…
Dunedin and Ōamaru recognised in Lonely Planet’s 2027 travel destinations list
“There is nowhere else in the world that I could spend my morning dressed in Victorian garb in…
National leader Christopher Luxon says he has no regrets about bed tax U-turn
Luxon and finance spokesperson Nicola Willis announced yesterday their party’s promise of “no new taxes” would be upheld…
NZ Herald Travel Readers’ Choice Awards 2026: The world’s best foodie destinations
This isn’t about prestige dining, the research indicates, it’s about getting close to a culture. Travellers are seeking…
8 Christmas destinations to book now across New Zealand
Popular holiday spots are booking up early for Christmas, urging early planning for better accommodation. Photo / Neat…
My mission to Middle Earth: Road-tripping through New Zealand in search of hobbits
One does not simply go on holiday to New Zealand. It’s about as remote as it gets. A…
Otago’s luxury holiday homes stand out in annual Bookabach list of top NZ baches
Topping Bookabach’s list is Queenstown’s Lakehouse 3, a split-level home on Frankton Hill with a prime spot above…
Tonga travel guide: A quiet South Pacific escape for winter sun
With her long, black Polynesian locks and creamy brown skin, Tonga’s beauty queen looks like Moana. I have…
Several Air NZ flights to Pacific Islands turned around or cancelled due to aircraft issues
Passengers were told by the captain the issue could not be fixed in Rarotonga, so they needed to…
Iran conflict: What NZ travellers can expect as Middle East crisis deepens
However, King believes the disruption won’t be as bad for Kiwis. Unlike Australian flights to Europe, New Zealanders…