The first New Zealand athletes to use the Commonwealth Games village have enjoyed the large rooms and "excellent" dining hall, and have no complaints.

The NZOC were given a graphic warning two years ago about the conditions they could face in Delhi - by themselves.

This sumptuous hotel is perfect for the soul, writes Beck Vass.

Long-brewing storm clouds are gathering over Delhi with fears growing that next month's Commonwealth Games won't go ahead.

Twenty-three people have reportedly been evicted from quake-damaged council flats without warning.

If you need a break, don't discount a weekend "away" enjoying parts of Auckland you may have lost touch with. Cate Foster reconnected with the city.

Christchurch tourism operators say there is some disruption from the earthquake but most are open for business.

Westin Hotel workers, organised by the Unite Union, have issued a press release saying they have "vowed to fight for every job".

Kiwis book their overseas trips months in advance to save money, according to a new study.

Over the years I've spent a fair bit of time hanging round the world's airports between flights.

This luxury resort, a 40-minute drive from Napier, is home to one of the world's top golf resorts and affords spectacular 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean.

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Visiting Bolivia's salt flats wouldn't be complete without a night at the famous Luna Salada Hotel, writes Grant Dyson.

For the 240 investors in Fiji's Denarau Hilton, the past 18 months have been anything but paradise.

A 10pc fall in the number of nights New Zealanders spent in short term commercial accommodation in May, led to an overall 6pc fall in total guest nights.

Eden Park Bed and Breakfast, which has quoted rugby fans sky-high prices for World Cup accommodation, is for sale.

One of the country's oldest pubs, Central Otago's historic Cardrona Hotel, is on the market again.

Rugby fans are paying up to $20,000 a week for Auckland homes during the World Cup as officials warn against opportunism.

Next year thousands of cashed-up rugby-going foreigners will invade NZ shores.But how much will they be prepared to pay for a comfy bed and their own kitchen during the World Cup?