Why does Easter change dates every year and what's allowed to open?
Why isn't Easter Sunday anchored to a specific date like Christmas, Waitangi or ANZAC Day? Video / NZ Herald
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Focus: The Easter Show returns bigger than ever
With cherished classics and new thrilling attractions, the Easter show is sure to impress this long weekend. Video / Alyse Wright
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Easter exodus: Commuters facing major delays, 3 dead in South Island crashes
Traffic is worsening across the motorway network as people head away for the long weekend.
Holiday turnaround: Australian chain gets holiday park lease
Lease is for 48 years, land is classified as sensitive, across the road from beach.
This is the busiest day to fly during Easter and school holidays
It will be the busiest Easter and school holiday season since 2019, Air NZ revealed.
How to actually rest and relax this long weekend
Feeling burned out? There are ways you can optimise this holiday for rest.
Long lunches, jazz and a 'bun in a bottle': How you can eat, drink and be entertained this Easter
A list of some of our favourite venues to raise your glass, dine and be entertained.
Why Bali cops are checking all tourists
A new tourism levy requires visitors to pay $16.30 to enter the popular holiday spot.
'Accessible by boat or helicopter': Richwhite bach on Lake Taupō for sale
'Charming fisherman's cottage with three bedrooms, one bathroom' — and adjoining boatshed.
Kate Middleton's St Patrick's Day message amid recovery
While still in recovery, the Princess of Wales shared a tribute to the Irish Guards.
All-weather wandering: 5 of the best short walks in Queenstown
Colder months are coming. Rug up and explore somewhere new on these scenic strolls.
How to spend 36 hours in São Paulo:, where culture and 12 million people collide
Move over Rio, it's time to dive into São Paulo's cultural melting pot.
Holiday-park purchase to benefit Wairoa iwi for generations
Settlement group buys holiday park from Hastings businesswoman.
Dine at Anan Saigon, the Ho Chi Minh City restaurant that's (almost) impossible to book
It's not easy to experience the culinary genius of chef Peter Cuong Franklin.
I’m 47 and just went camping for the first time. I pray it’s the last
OPINION: If you're thinking of a family camping trip for Easter, think again.
Making Asia easy: Sailing from Taipei to Singapore with Norwegian Cruise Line
An adventure on the high seas via the Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei and Vietnam.
Is it time to return to 'old-school' parenting techniques?
For those raising kids in the modern world, you may have pondered the question before.
What a US-based travel writer really thinks of New Zealand
One US-traveller speaks frankly: "I was not expecting a pleasant journey."
Skiing Sun Peaks
Sun Peaks Resort, in British Columbia, is Canada’s second-largest ski area, spread over three mountains. Video / Mike Scott
Focus: Thousands gather under colourful clouds to celebrate event
Colourful clouds explode over West Auckland as a large crowd gathers to partake in the Krishna Holi festival of colours at the Hare Krishna temple in Kumeū. Video / NZHerald
The best things to do in Memphis
Showcasing the best things to do in Memphis, Tennessee. Video / Memphis Tourism
Future of popular holiday park 'in limbo', residents want answers from iwi owners
Ngāi Tahu, owner of the land, hasn't revealed its plan for the future of the site.
Peketa Beach Holiday Park faces closure
Peketa Beach Holiday Park, a beloved camping spot for South Island families, faces closure as local iwi landlords opt not to renew the lease, leading to frustration among long-term campers and residents. Video / George Heard
Travel deals: Cruise to centre court for the Australian Open
Good ideas (and great offers) for planning your next holiday.
Why you should dump the family and holiday in Italy alone this year
Arrivederci bambinos, mama’s going on holiday and she’s not taking you.
Wellington on a budget: Your guide to the capital's best free attractions
New Zealand's capital doesn't fall short of things to do...for free.
What's the deal with Auckland Anniversary?
Six regions celebrate Auckland Anniversary. What's that about and is it time for a change?
Ditch the flight and bag a cruise for less than $400. Here's how
A flight is the worst part of a holiday - so why not skip it altogether?
Notorious drug park transformed into holiday destination
Paihia used to be seen as a dark, dirty place, but now has new life thanks to residents.
Kaikōura the busiest it's been in years
Kaikōura is enjoying one of its busiest summers in recent years.
Is your child refusing to go to school? Here's how you can help
How can families use the holidays to lay the groundwork for a more positive school year?
21 days, 8 homicides: Police investigate nearly double usual rate of deaths
The rate of homicides in the country has almost doubled over the past three weeks.
Kids struggling with holiday boredom? Don't panic, say experts
Many children are still learning the skill of managing boredom
Kai Iwi Holiday Park crammed for summer holidays
'We’ve enjoyed fish and chips from the cafe here and we’ll be having some more tonight.'