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Last five members of Australian ‘Bali Nine’ drug ring return home
The five surviving members of the drug ring have returned to Australia.

Air NZ reveals busiest travel day, most popular summer holiday spots
Which destinations are luring Kiwis the most this summer?

Tourists die after tree falls on them at popular Bali hotspot
The terrifying moment was captured on CCTV.

After 10 years in Bali jail, new hope Kiwi man could be brought home
Antony de Malmanche has lost all his teeth, suffers depression and is down to 50kg.

Laos methanol poisoning: Bali tourist's warning after waking up blind in NZ
'I was unable to breathe and gasping for air'.

Popular Kiwi destination makes annual 'don't visit' list for 2025
The list urges tourists to skip these 15 destinations.

It's criminal you haven't heard of Nuanu, Bali's little-known hot spot
Spoiler: There’s a lot more to Bali than Canggu and Seminyak.

The rise of the floating breakfast, travel’s most insufferable flex
Wet eggs, anyone? Hotel floating breakfasts are popular, despite the impractical setting.

'Getting her home asap': Family update after NZ woman reported missing in Bali
The woman's family said they became worried after she failed to meet up with her partner.

Kiwi tourists could be jailed for 20 years in Bali under new policy
Visitors must pay careful attention to the conditions of their visa.

Let the fun beGIN: This week's travel alerts will put you in the mood for summer
From a floral G&T to a new Christchurch hangout, there's lots going on in travel.

Fourth Australian dies in Bali in three weeks
The latest incident occurred in Bali's international airport.

The destinations charging extra fees for you to see them, like NZ
NZ has nearly tripled its tourist tax. It's not the only country that charges to visit it.

Bali on three budgets: From broke to big spender
Save or splurge, Bali caters to every type of budget.

'A mess': Kiwi real estate agent in ICU after overseas crash not covered by insurance
Real estate agent Amanda Blair has head and lung injuries and serious lacerations.

10 cruises in Asia for every style and budget
Tick off all your must-see destinations in one, easy trip.

A family trip to Bali could get $210 cheaper in October - here's why
In 2023, Bali hosted almost 5.3 million foreign tourists.

From China to Japan and back to Bali, it's all about Asia in this week's travel deals
Discover hidden treasures with these top travel discounts.

Heading to Bali or somewhere tropical these holidays? Here’s what you need to know about dengue fever
Where there is warmth, there are mosquitos.

Top picks this week: Australian Open tickets, 5-star hotels and week-long holiday deals
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