Travel and holiday news
Kiwi 'unwell' after methanol poisoning leaves two Australian teens on life support
The New Zealand Embassy in Bangkok said one Kiwi has reported feeling 'unwell'.
Don't take a dip at these contaminated Auckland beaches
Spots in Central Auckland and Piha pose a high risk of illness to swimmers this summer.
A skier’s guide to Vail's most prestigious resorts at Christmas
Vail combines luxury with festive charm better than anywhere else.
Watch: Video captures moment Air NZ plane aborts landing
A crowd watch as the plane fails to land in Queenstown.
What will you put on your 2025 travel wishlist?
Allow us to inspire your next dream holiday with these epic travel deals.
An upgrade from the buffet: A culinary expedition to the edge of the Arctic
Flanking the northern tip of Norway, here comes your most adventurous meal yet.
Travel videos
Queenstown to Fiordland: Winter ski detour
Thomas Bywater visits Milford, Cardrona, Treble Cone and the ski fields of the deep south.
Things to do...
What to do in Auckland this weekend; clear out your e-waste for free
See jazz singer Marjan Nelson, dinosaurs, a film festival and more.
What to do this weekend in Auckland
From festivals to fundraisers to an all singing, all dancing Lord of the Rings.
Why is the Philippines still undiscovered by Kiwis?
Now is the perfect time to visit the tropical island paradise of Boracay.
Sky-high yakitori? Here's how you should spend your weekend in Auckland
Christmas markets, art and food for a good cause, plus much more.
Staying in Auckland over the long weekend? Check out what's on in the city
Tāmaki Makaurau is awash with entertainment options this Labour weekend.
Things to do in Auckland this weekend
Tāmaki Makaurau is full of festivals this Saturday and Sunday.
Travel tips
The simple bathroom item you can use to check your hotel room for bedbugs
And more tips to help you avoid an infestation.
Should you play Check-in Chicken? TikTok boarding hack really works
Better seats open up if you wait until departure time, but don’t get too close.
Shoulder season was a great Europe hack for Kiwis. It may not be next year
Shoulder season bookings are predicted to match summer bookings for the first time ever.
Five popular souvenirs you should never bring home
You may find these animal products while on vacation, but there may be consequences.
A cancelled flight stranded me abroad. Here are 3 things I did straight away
Follow these three simple steps to get ahead of a flight disruption.
Cruise holidays
70 travellers stuck on month-long cruise after catching virus
People reported vomiting and diarrhoea during the trip.
Why the most cost-effective Queensland holiday might be a cruise
Multiple stops, zero expensive airfares required.
Getaway
Owls and bats feature in adults-only arboretum overnighter
People can now stay overnight at the Waitakaruru Arboretum near Tauwhare.
Backstage pass: Getaway's expert recommendations for celebrity hangouts in LA
Watch: Go on the ultimate Hollywood experience.
Your Getaway guide to the must-visit attractions in Sydney's Darling Harbour
Wander the waterfront for educational, recreational, and cultural wonders.
NZ travel
Opinion: Does Qantas live up to expectation on its non-stop NYC to Auckland route?
The highs and lows of a 17-hour flight.
How to make the most of 48 hours in Central Otago
No dilly-dallying - there’s a lot of ground to cover.
Why the Christchurch tram makes the perfect hop-on, hop-off food tour
A fantastic way for food lovers to explore the best of Ōtautahi’s cuisine.
The best of NZ tourism in 2024: No wonder everyone wants to visit us
Introducing all the finalists for the New Zealand Tourism Awards 2024
The best NZ walks for families with small kids
All under 3 hours and suitable for the littlest of legs.
Overseas travel
Secrets of Tokorozawa, the most underrated Japanese city one hour from Tokyo
A world away from the glass and concrete of the Japanese capital.
A skier’s guide to Vail's most prestigious resorts at Christmas
Vail combines luxury with festive charm better than anywhere else.
What will you put on your 2025 travel wishlist?
Allow us to inspire your next dream holiday with these epic travel deals.
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I had 24 hours in Kathmandu, this is how I spent it.
Queenstown Marathon: Everything you need to know
More than 12,500 runners will participate in today's event.
'Chaos' at Auckland Airport as Coldplay fans descend on city; security scanner out of service
Air NZ said it was shaping up to be the busiest week of the year for its domestic network.
Yes, you can rent a ‘fondue backpack’ in the Swiss Alps - and hike to a human-sized fondue pot
Complete with self-serve cheese refrigerators situated along the trails.
Need a reset? Check out this week's travel deals
It'll be 2025 before you know it - book next year's holiday now.
What it’s like to trek through a Ugandan forest to meet gorillas
It’s all fun and games until something crawls up your pants…
The simple bathroom item you can use to check your hotel room for bedbugs
And more tips to help you avoid an infestation.
Affordable Sunshine Coast: How to travel smarter and save more
A Sunshine Coast trip is about to get much more affordable for Kiwis.
Opinion: Does Qantas live up to expectation on its non-stop NYC to Auckland route?
The highs and lows of a 17-hour flight.
Here's how you can see the Northern Lights in absolute style
Plus, alternative light shows if your budget doesn't stretch to the aurora borealis.
Highland Games major drawcard for Canterbury
Hororata, population 230, swelled to over 10,000 at the weekend.
Should you play Check-in Chicken? TikTok boarding hack really works
Better seats open up if you wait until departure time, but don’t get too close.
Why you should pick a river cruise over an ocean cruise
The benefits of river cruising compared to ocean cruising.
Is it okay to undertake the famed Camino de Santiago by car?
Sacrilegious or sensible? A world-renowned pilgrim walking route can also be a road trip.
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