What makes a Kiwi bach? The simple holiday homes reshaping design
But does that still hold true in today’s world? “Absolutely,” says Tim Dorrington of Dorrington Atcheson Architects (DAA).…
Easter Sunday surcharges cannot be based on public holiday rationale, Consumer NZ says
“They can apply a surcharge if they want to, and customers – if they decide they don’t like…
How the fuel crisis is hurting small regional Australian tourist towns like Foster
In one small-town community, the ripple effects of the fuel crisis aren’t always where you would think. It’s…
Cruise review: Discovery Princess from Sydney to Auckland
The spacious 20sqm balcony stateroom — a home away from home. Photo / Princess Cruises Sea days? Seize…
Holiday home-swapping could save you $2000 a week. Here’s how to do it
Quentin, Lisa and their baby in Auckland. Photo / Supplied Following an online sign-up, a verification process, and…
Freedom camping hotspots see spike in fines this summer
The copuncil’s Responsible Camping Programme Manager, Amy Galloway, said it had been a bumper summer, with sites full…
Rotorua whitewater rafting death: Coroner releases findings in Vivienne Pincott case
Coroner Robb’s findings said Pincott and her son Bryden Frizell, 25, had booked the rafting trip with River…
New Zealand woman dies on holiday in Cook Islands
Cook Islands Police said CPR was carried out by local tour staff. However, the woman could not be…
KiwiSaver and cost of living: the real price of a contribution holiday – Generate Wealth Weekly
But while the short-term relief is real, the long-term cost can be significant. According to Inland Revenue data,…
Tauranga family’s off‑grid bush holidays in remote Ahimanawa Range
Amie has joined him for the last 20 years. The couple now share the experience with their children,…
Australian woman almost loses both legs during Philippines holiday after bridge collapses
“It took multiple people to pull her out, revealing the extent of her injuries – including a pole…
More working holiday visas would add $1 billion to economy, tourism leader says
Only 905 applications were approved in 2021, the lowest number recorded during the 10-year period. Bay of Plenty…