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This country taught me how to love winter and thrive in the cold
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Qantas customer's meal prompts disgust online
Hundreds tried guessing what the original meal was meant to be.
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Half of travellers encountered issues but most were related to this part of the trip.
NZ vs Australia: Which country is happier? Major annual study reveals
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Woman slammed for 'promoting poverty' in holiday video
Viewers called out the 24-year-old for her 'insensitive' video.
Cordis Auckland: Bold investment needed for success
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NZ still spending more than it earns - but the deficit shrinks as tourists return
The goods deficit narrowed as we imported less, despite falling export returns.
Price hike: Great Walks tracks to become more expensive from July
Rising maintenance costs and reduced revenue are behind the rise in charges.
Top-end hotel room rates fall amid Govt cost-cutting
Prices drop in two big cities while one tourism hotspot keeps booming.
Power and thunder on Hawke Bay: Grandstand view and standing ovation as racers return
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This Kiwi man just ran solo across Canada and is tackling NZ next. Here's why
A heartwarming cause is behind this Waikato man's incredible feat.
Toothpaste safes and orange peel perfume; Thousands share uncommon travel tips
One person asked the internet for little-known travel tips. Almost 3000 people responded.
'Final' RAL bailout a waste of money, business owner says
A Ruapehu business owner says the latest government bailout is a waste of money.
Controversial billionaire reveals plans to build Titanic replica, again
Clive Palmer wants Titanic II to sail on the original's maiden voyage.
Drastic change in numbers flying away this Easter long weekend
Flight data reveals whether the number of Kiwis jetting off shot up or plummeted.
Travel makes Kiwis more attractive as partners, study claims
Half of Kiwis say they'd pursue someone if they were into travel.
Airbnb announces shock change to privacy policy
The change will affect hosts and guests around the world.
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Travellers may wonder how safe it is to fly following recent issues.
US city reveals a 'do-it-yourself' approach to airport security. Does it work?
Travellers will have "little or no help" from officers.
Retail spending in Coromandel not keeping up with inflation
While visitor numbers were up, local infrastructure was put under severe pressure.
Report reveals countries with best mental wellbeing. Where does NZ rank?
The top countries all have three things in common, researchers state.
Japan defies recession fears - and that could bode well for Kiwi tourism
A resurgent, more confident Japanese economy could boost Kiwi tourism.
One pilot took a nap during a flight. Then, his co-pilot fell asleep too
The plane gradually veered off course as the pilots soundly slept.
What Kyoto's citizens are doing to fight off over-tourism
Officials have added new restrictions as concerns grow over misbehaving tourists.
Paris could be heading for an Olympic-sized disaster
Games in trouble? Rats, bed bugs, blockaded roads, a transport system on the brink.
Hamilton's new luxury hotel 'great' news for Waikato
Tourism and business leaders are excited about the $120 million development in the CBD.
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.
Tourism rebound: What visitors really do when they’re here
New MBIE data shows which nationalities are most satisfied and which are least happy.
Win for tourism with Government’s $5m funding boost
Funding will help fill critical data gaps on domestic tourists.
Why this Auckland flight will be staffed entirely by women
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