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France will raise the airline ticket tax. Here’s why.
The French Transport Minister said people are "shocked" train tickets are more expensive.
Sex educator shares 3 tips for getting a sex toy through the airport
Planning to treat yourself next vacation? An expert has some advice.
Woman hides social accounts after reckless stunt sparks viral outrage
The couple thought the act was 'romantic'. The public thought otherwise.
$2.73 for an extra teaspoon? Italian restaurant adds outrageous charge to couple's bill
The travellers were appalled to see an additional charge on their bill.
Kiwis booking Fiji holidays for 2024 after missing out this year
Yet to book a winter getaway to Fiji for 2024? You're already behind, says one company.
Hot, crowded, cheap and dreamy: Travellers reveal what summer in Europe was like
Travellers who escaped winter in NZ tell Herald Travel what Europe was like.
Hastings edges Napier for consumer resilience, region’s tourism slumps
Consumer resilience up, but region's tourism market share is down.
How an Aussie tourist's $7.50 mistake lead to a $400K bill in Bali
The young man's story is a warning to fellow travellers.
The debate rocking the conservation world: Should you kick over stone stacks?
Hey, hiker! Leave them stones alone!
London-bound passengers end up in North Africa after flight diversion
Passengers were offered a free drink as partial compensation for enduring the diversion.
Cruise ship drifts into ocean after being torn from dock by strong winds
Gusting winds of up to 58km/h pulled the ship away from the dock.
How a Gen Z digital nomad balances technology with enjoying travel
If you struggle to disconnect on your travels, a digital native shares some advice.
Woman buys all the peanuts on a plane to stop others opening them
The traveller felt forced to take matters into her hands.
Grandmother takes first abroad trip after working two jobs all her life
The 65-year-old couldn't hold back tears when she saw Paris for the first time.
Pilot hits out at 'selfish' and 'rude' passengers in viral video
"Put your junk where it belongs," said the irritated pilot.
Border tax collects half of forecast total during rocky recovery for tourism
Tourism vied with dairy as a top export earner but is far from pre-Covid levels
Unruly tourists deported from NZ cause new trouble in UK
The infamous family was deported after alleged shoplifting, dining-and-dashing, abuse.
Venice is a 'World Heritage Site in Danger', say Unesco officials - here's what that means
The city is suffering due to “mass tourism, development projects and climate change”.
Planning a trip to Europe? Look out for these tourist taxes
New York Times: European spots are introducing visitor taxes to tackle overtourism.
Barbie fans can apply for Ken's 'beach' job at Maldives hotel
Qualifications include rollerblades, a love of Matchbox Twenty and having no thoughts.
When is a flight considered 'departed'? An NZ pilot explains
There are two things that must happen, an NZ pilot reveals.
Passengers vow to boycott 'perverted' bathrooms in this Kansas airport
Critics claim they would rather relieve themselves in the airport car park.
Feeling lonely? Gwyneth Paltrow will let you stay in her house, for free
The Goop goddess is on a mission to cure loneliness.
Company to offer travel insurance for holidays that are too hot
Travellers often seek the sun but if it's too much, this company has you covered.
Why this Kiwi was hit with $1.3m bill during their US holiday
The cost was something the traveller never saw coming.
Visitor economy businesses cohort completes first new sustainability programme
Businesses are powering the way for sustainable tourism.
'Did she think that would work?': Man shocked at passenger's failed hack
Hundreds came to the woman's defence after the video went viral.
US moves to improve airplane bathrooms for people with disabilities
New York Times: New regulations seek to create better accessibility on aircraft.
Thousands reveal the most idiotic things they've heard travellers say
“Someone asked if they kept animals separate so they didn’t each eat other. On safari."
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This trick could pay off in the long run, literally.
Yosemite National Park wants you to destroy this feature in its park
Lace up your boots and get kicking, according to a recent announcement.
Travelling with friends? This influencer has 5 tips ensuring the friendship survives
Travelling can make, or break, a friendship. Here's how to avoid the latter.