Cathay Pacific returns to Christchurch - what’s next in NZ?
Airline has been flying here for 40 years
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Passenger hits out at Govt's decision to can Cook Strait ferries
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Living beyond our means - current account deficit still worryingly wide
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Airlines reveal the busiest day to fly this Christmas
Flying on one of these days? You may want to arrive at the airport extra early.
Woman uses Google Translate on new Arabic tattoo to show its real meaning
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Taihape BnB owners find a happy place for travellers
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United Airlines’ Christchurch flights mean big tourism boost
It's the first airline and US carrier to fly direct to the South Island in 20 years.
He went to Bora Bora for a romantic holiday with his wife. He left with a world record
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How billionaire Julian Robertson fell in love with NZ’s top end luxury lodges
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'Cheap politics': Labour fires back at Nicola Willis over ferry budget blowout
Labour finance spokesman Grant Robertson sheds more light on KiwiRail's ferry conundrum.
What's on offer at $30,000 a night luxury lodge
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Jetstar adds more seats as it lays down challenge to Air NZ
Budget carrier plans 150,000 more seats across domestic and transtasman network.
West Coast gains $35m Wētā Workshop epic: Pounamu Path tourist trail opens
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Backpackers are back: Company to revive 13 hostel sites this summer
1800 hostel rooms set to open in an ambitious four-month project.
Top 5 destinations for Kiwi couples in 2023 - Flight Centre study
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Airline offers Kiwis $30 flights, expert says air fares will drop in 2024
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The new indigenous travel series celebrating Māori and Hawaiian culture
In his new Whakaata Māori series, Pio Terei explores connections between NZ and Hawaii.
Will El Niño ruin your summer travels? An expert explains
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France to ban popular yet deathly activity in shock announcement
The activity is quintessentially 'French' but will soon result in a fine.
NZ Jet looks for clearer air in luxury market
Some sectors feeling heat from tough economy but luxury flight deals weathering the storm.
Inside a Hobbit home: 'Bucket list' visitors may have to return for another look
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