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Secrets from Air NZ crew: Behind the scenes on an Auckland-to-NYC flight
A flight attendant and pilots share what happens while passengers sit back and relax.
36 Hours in San Francisco
This glittering bayside city is expanding its public spaces and arts institutions.
Zita Cobb runs a $3086-a-night inn on a small island. Is she the most radical person in travel?
New York Times: Luxury meets community-spirit off the northeast coast of Newfoundland.
Are you adventurous or just running away from problems?
I became suspicious of everyone's motivations for long-term travel.
Travelling Kiwis share Airbnb tips after 6000km on the road in Europe
OPINION: Airbnb stays in Europe can either be dreamy or disastrous.
Auckland's best beaches: From Piha's chaos to Cheltenham's calm
Discover Auckland's best beaches, from Long Bay to Mission Bay.
Paul Lewis: How overtourism turned Porto's Livraria Lello into a sardine can
OPINION: A haven for book lovers, Livraria Lello is now a tourist trap drowning in queues.
Varsha Anjali: What's so bad about Auckland, anyway?
OPINION: As hordes leave Auckland for the holidays, is the city as bad as some say?
Bordeaux's trams vs Auckland's gridlock: What can we learn?
OPINION: Why Bordeaux could teach Auckland a thing or two about public transport.
Paul Lewis: €154 fine for a €3 bus fare - Kiwi tourists’ Bologna nightmare
OPINION: Simply catching a bus can cost a small fortune for the honest and unwary.
Inside look: Air New Zealand's 'world-first' Dreamliner retrofit
New seats, bigger screens and legroom plus a luxury business premier option.
Travelling for a cuddle, or more, at European sex parties
New York Times: Europe’s sex party scene is booming post-pandemic.
Finding London’s most distinctive shops
Sure, you can hit Harrods but these small and unique shops are extra special.
It’s not every day a European river cruise moves you to tears
Visiting the horror sites of the Balkan wars is a moving and deeply rewarding experience.
How to enjoy Lake Como on a shoestring budget
Piazzas look just as beautiful from a ferry as they do from a yacht.
Following Norway’s national painter through a landscape of mountains and fjords
Exploring the artistic legacy of symbolist painter Harald Sohlberg.
Kerre Woodham's 3 top tips for a successful Fiji family holiday
The Newstalk ZB host tries a new family travel trend. Here's why you should, too.
Why you should see the Japanese city of Kyoto from the water
Japan's former imperial capital Kyoto is a city laced with waterways.
7 beautiful places for fall foliage that aren’t in New England
Stunning autumn colours don’t belong to any one region.
The rise of adventure travel... with your grandparents
Your favourite travel companion might be old but they’re not out.
What it's like to fly Business Class from Auckland to Doha with Qatar Airways
Rubbery hapuka threatens to tarnish an otherwise excellent Business Class flight.
From Lisbon to Porto: Unforgettable experiences on a Viking Portugal River cruise
Australian author Kathy Lette explores the Douro river on a vibrant cultural adventure.
From dictators to dry-humoured storytellers, Bucharest draws visitors in
Expect to be enraptured in the Romanian capital.
Japan for kids: Pikachu is just the start for keeping children busy
Six must-do stops for families visiting Japan.
How to keep costs down if you’re a solo cruiser
Solo cruising is one of the top cruise trends for 2025 but is it too pricey?
How Hawkins won giant $800m new Auckland Airport terminal contract
Downer-owned builder wins huge job, the largest private infrastructure job of its type.
Was this the summer European tourism reached a breaking point?
New York Times: European hotspots hit breaking point as residents protest overtourism.
The perfect itinerary for 36 hours in San Diego
Make the most of every minute in the Californian city.
‘The demand is unstoppable’: Can Barcelona survive mass tourism?
New York Times: More crowds are expected for the America's Cup.
What's more Italian than making pasta with a grandma?
Italian grandmothers are teaching guests the dying art of pasta-making.
Travel interferes with your hormones. Here's how to minimise the impact
Understanding your hormones could be the key to a healthier, happier holiday.
Oh, the ordinary places you’ll go
New York Times: Finding magic in the seemingly ordinary aspects of your holiday
All the adventure, a fraction of the cost: The DIY Orient Express
New York Times: How to book an affordable rail trip from Paris to Istanbul.
Is it a bad idea to drink alcohol on a plane?
Drinking on a plane? Here’s what you should know about the health risks.
What will (and won’t) be open in Paris for the Olympics?
A time when most Parisien business owners depart the city for a holiday.
In Greece, another tourist found dead amid scorching heat wave
NY Times: At least 10 tourists have gone missing or been found dead this year in Greece.
Monet was born here, so why do so many tourists snub this French city?
It's only the birthplace of one of the world's most famous artists and artistic movements.
Rosewood Kauri Cliffs: Ultra-luxury for less this winter
New operator of Robertson lodges in NZ is offering a winter deal for Kiwis and Aussies.
Are airliners safe right now? Here’s what the experts say
New York Times: Several alarming flight incidents have made headlines in recent weeks.
Visit Turin, one of Italy’s more authentic, less-visited cities
The best things to see and do during a short break in Turin.
How to be a cheapskate in Monterey Bay, California
The best things in life are free, or budget-friendly at the very least.
It’s a woman’s world: How female chefs are leading the way in Istanbul
The art of culinary creativity is being finessed by women in Turkey’s capital.
Take note, Canada's favourite ski field has a dark side
SilverStar Mountain Resort is lauded as family friendly, but all is not what it seems.
Are AI trip planners the future of travel? Not on this evidence
Greg Bruce puts Booking.com's new AI trip planner through its paces. Spoiler: It's bad.
Fasten your seat belts: What you need to know about turbulence
Experts explain turbulence, its causes, and why it's becoming more frequent and intense.