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![Lake Taupō adventures: Best walks on the rugged western edge](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Lake Taupō adventures: Best walks on the rugged western edge
Dramatic bluffs and family-friendly tracks await summer explorers of all ages
![Going solo: Three days of independent bliss in Bay of Plenty and Waikato](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Going solo: Three days of independent bliss in Bay of Plenty and Waikato
Make the most of a three-day solo adventure in the Bay of Plenty and Waikato.
![The new cruise ship that lets you take the beach on board with you](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
The new cruise ship that lets you take the beach on board with you
P&O's latest ship has been given a fresh new look and feel, for a beach break at sea.
![Lufthansa hits out at Qatar with pride plane for World Cup](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Lufthansa hits out at Qatar with pride plane for World Cup
The official airline of Germany's soccer team sent a clear message ahead of the World Cup.
![As cases rise, this country eases quarantine for travellers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
As cases rise, this country eases quarantine for travellers
The new rules are seen as a 'move towards normalisation' for the country.
![Time out from One Lane Bridge: What Dominic Ona-Ariki gets up to in Queenstown](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Time out from One Lane Bridge: What Dominic Ona-Ariki gets up to in Queenstown
Dominic Ona-Ariki from One Lane Bridge shares his favourite Queenstown hangouts.
![When Barry came: Taking an Australian on a Hawke's Bay road trip](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
When Barry came: Taking an Australian on a Hawke's Bay road trip
Adding Hastings and Havelock North to your road trip will definitely impress.
![Travellers with disabilities rank 10 most accessible cities in the world](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Travellers with disabilities rank 10 most accessible cities in the world
Travellers revealed the cities where accessibility isn't an issue.
![Aussies still obsessed with Aotearoa, travel data shows](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Aussies still obsessed with Aotearoa, travel data shows
After borders opened, most Aussie travellers crossed the ditch for a holiday in Aotearoa.
![QantasLink aircraft catches fire at Sydney Airport with passengers on board](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
QantasLink aircraft catches fire at Sydney Airport with passengers on board
More than 20 passengers were on-board when the aircraft caught fire.
![The absurd 'attraction' US tourists love in New Zealand](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
The absurd 'attraction' US tourists love in New Zealand
Why American visitors are oddly fascinated by this mundane destination.
![Influencers slammed after racy Eiffel Tower stunt](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Influencers slammed after racy Eiffel Tower stunt
Two Brazilian influencers were almost arrested after stripping down to bikinis.
![This popular Marlborough wine festival is returning for a second year](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
This popular Marlborough wine festival is returning for a second year
Marlborough's Jackson Estate sees the return of the Jacksons Road summer festival.
![Bali goes 'gangbusters': Air NZ sells 3500 tickets in 24 hours](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Bali goes 'gangbusters': Air NZ sells 3500 tickets in 24 hours
One day after announcing the returned route, more than 3500 tickets were sold.
![Bhutan reveals brand new national identity](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Bhutan reveals brand new national identity
The Himalayan Kingdom has unveiled a vibrant and dynamic new identity.
![What do travellers want in 2023? Global study reveals upcoming travel trends](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
What do travellers want in 2023? Global study reveals upcoming travel trends
Will you chase this travel trend in 2023?
!['It's my cabin: Video of raging Qantas passenger sparks debate](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
'It's my cabin: Video of raging Qantas passenger sparks debate
"I'm telling you they were being rude and it's f***ing disgusting."
![NZ vineyard named one of the top 50 in the world for 2022](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
NZ vineyard named one of the top 50 in the world for 2022
The vineyard fell 30 spots since 2021 but remains firmly in the top 50.
![Travel Alerts: How to get off the beaten track for your next trip](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Travel Alerts: How to get off the beaten track for your next trip
A new travel book to point you away from the tourist crowds.
![Mark the date, old sport - Art Deco Festival Napier is a February must-do](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Mark the date, old sport - Art Deco Festival Napier is a February must-do
Travel talks all things vintage with Tony Mairs from Art Deco Trust in Napier.