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.

Amid highs and lows, this angel was faithful to the All Blacks, writes David Leggat.

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.

For more information see capekidnappers.com.

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.

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?

Horseplay at Wharekauhau is a breathtaking affair, says Diana Balham.

A tour company is teaming up with iwi to offer up to 10,000 beds at marae during the Rugby World Cup.

Taint the Rugby World Cup by irresponsible profiteering within any aspect of hosting the event as a nation and we'll suffer badly.