More than 300,000 New Zealanders are searching for a lengthy 28-day holiday this Christmas with 45 per cent headed to Asia, according to figures from Cheapflights.co.nz.
Six of the top 10 destinations this period are in the Asia-Pacific region, including Bali, Delhi, Manila, Bangkok, Nadi and Mumbai.
Regional sales manager at Cheapflights Australia-NZ, Nathan Graham, said Asia was a clear winner for Kiwis.
"The number of searches to the region this December is up more than six per cent on the same time last year. Just a short and affordable flight away, it offers flexibility to make travel our own; either indulging in festivities or taking a welcome break from the extended family."
This bucks the trend of last year, when almost one in five travellers chose to take off to Europe to experience a traditional white Christmas, compared to 14 per cent in 2016.
