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TravelHow to turn a Melbourne city hop into a restorative wellness getawayFrom Aireys Inlet to Sorrento, these escapes pair luxury with adventure.
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TravelHow to do Fiordland in style, from heli rides to a hidden lodge on the edge of nowhereGuided trips range from multi-day Hollyford Track hikes to shorter stays.
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Travel12 hours in Auckland: A local’s guide to the Tāmaki Makaurau's best spotsSwim at Herne Bay before coffee and scones at Elyse’s Honey Sundays café.
TravelThe eight greatest holidays to book in 2026 – according to our travel writersFrom Taiwanese ghosts to a $40 train ride in Sri Lanka, these are this year's top getaways
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TravelAir NZ downgrades Kiwi passenger minutes before boardingTraveller says Premium Economy seat was taken and compensation fell short.
TravelWhy the Cook Islands is perfect for solo adventurersThe Cook Islands consist of 15 stunning, unspoiled islands in the South Pacific.
TravelWhat spot is the top pick for Kiwi luxury travellers? Luxury Escapes founder and CEO Adam Schwab on members' favourite destinations.
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TravelThis time of year is the absolute best for cruising EuropeNo crowds, lower prices and iconic attractions all to yourself.
TravelThe horrible history of Germany's Rhine Gorge castles"This time, he aimed right at Siebold’s throat.”
Travel newsTravel deals: Qatar Airways sale, Danube River cruise, Morocco tour, Fiji getaway and Melbourne musicalYour guide to the latest flight sales, cruises, tours and island escapes.
Travel newsTravellers being screened at major Asian airports after deadly virus detected in IndiaWatch
TravelNZ’s best 10 city beaches have been named, but which will you vote as your winner?Voting is open for the country's top beaches across five categories. Which will you pick?
TravelThese are NZ’s 10 best surf beaches, but which will you vote as the ultimate winner?Voting is open for the country's top beaches across five categories. Which will you pick?
TravelThese are the 10 best family beaches in NZ, but which will you vote as number one?Voting is open in the Herald's annual Best Beach competition.
TravelNZ’s best beaches: Your top 50 finalists revealed, plus how to vote for the ultimate winnersVoting is open for the country's top beaches across five categories. Who will you pick?
Travel newsInside Golden Globes gift bag: Stars gifted luxury holidays at NZ's most exclusive lodgesNew Zealand could soon be welcoming a number of A-list celebrities.
TravelHow to tackle Northland’s coast-to-coast cycling adventure this summerThe 87km ride links Northland’s Pacific and Tasman coasts in scenic style.
TravelHow one train captures the South Island’s spirit in just five hoursThe TranzAlpine crosses the South Island from Christchurch to Greymouth.
New ZealandAir NZ sale drops flights to Australia as low as $215 The airline's sale for domestic and international flights runs until January 19.
TravelWhat spot is the top pick for Kiwi luxury travellers? Luxury Escapes founder and CEO Adam Schwab on members' favourite destinations.
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Travel news'Won't be able to travel': UK high commissioner says passport shake-up secures borderThe UK High Commissioner explains the changes coming into force from February 25.
Travel newsFine print leaves Kiwi couple footing $3k bill after flight delayed in VietnamConsumer NZ warns separate domestic and international bookings can leave gaps in cover.
TravelA former tobacco factory has been reborn as one of Sydney’s most stylish staysBuilt in 1876, the Porter House Hotel blends sleek modern luxury into heritage sandstone.
TravelA backpacker, a bar, and a promise in Bali: Kiwi shares wild 16-year love storyThe couple’s meet-cute was anything but ordinary.
TravelWhy this NZ city may be the next wellness hotspotThe town has welcomed several new spas and saunas in the last few months.
Travel newsAir NZ international cabin crews to strike The action will affect B787 and B777 flights on February 11-13.
Travel'We’re here to experience life': Eli Matthewson on why he left New ZealandThe Kiwi comedian has traded life in Auckland for a new start in London. Here's why.
Travel'We’re here to experience life': Eli Matthewson on why he left New ZealandThe Kiwi comedian has traded life in Auckland for a new start in London. Here's why.
TravelDo you need to be rich to enjoy wellness travel?We explore just how much money one needs to enjoy this travel trend.
TravelWhat it's like learning meditation from a monk in Chiang MaiSound healing, bamboo exercise and qigong shaped a mindful daily rhythm.
TravelWhy scaling a cliff edge may be the travel experience you needThis brand new experience in Australia is the first of its kind.
Travel newsFine print leaves Kiwi couple footing $3k bill after flight delayed in VietnamConsumer NZ warns separate domestic and international bookings can leave gaps in cover.
TravelSix US experiences worth flying halfway around the world forFrom renting entire ski fields to tracking wolves.
TravelThis time of year is the absolute best for cruising EuropeNo crowds, lower prices and iconic attractions all to yourself.
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