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The Great NZ Road Trip: Kaikōura to Timaru
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Flight attendant reveals the things she'd never do on a plane
Here are the hygiene mistakes to avoid on board a plane.
What happens to your body when you fly, and what should you do?
Air travel can have unusual effects on our bodies — here's how to stay healthy.
The horrifying truths that lie in Ireland's most ghoulish castle
Paranormal activity is rife, but that's the least of your concerns...
Here’s what you need to know if you want to travel to the US with your dog
Take note of these new rules if you and your pooch are heading to the US.
The rise of silent tourism in a noisy world
Daily lives are noisier than ever, and many travellers are seeking relief through silence.
This is the happiest country (again) – what do wealth and status rankings really show?
For a seventh year in a row this Scandi country has been dubbed happiest.
Airline claims 'no record' of Kiwi couple’s miscarriage in Tahiti airport trauma
A flight cancellation turned into a traumatic ordeal for the expectant couple.
Flight turns back after maggots rain down on passengers from overhead locker
Passengers were traumatised as maggots rained down from an overhead bin.
'Nasty': Ex-flight attendant's five hygiene tips to stay safe on planes
Planes are not as clean as you imagine them to be. Find out how to avoid the germs.
Stranded in the US: Kiwi woman's blood clot lands her with $300k+ bill as travel insurance denied
Nicole Erickson and her husband were about to attend a wedding when she fell ill.
Around the world in 180 plates: Every country’s must-try food revealed
Do you know your fufu from your kimchi?
Colombia tourists urged not to use dating apps. Embassy links deaths to online liaisons
The embassy connected eight deaths to criminals using of dating apps to target tourists.
Is it safe to travel to Iceland? Volcano closes tourist attractions
A second eruption has swallowed houses in South Iceland and shut tourist attractions.
Air NZ flight U-turns after mechanical fault
Flight NZ24 from Auckland to Vancouver was required to turn back to Auckland.
No socks for Christmas: Barefoot Tours' guide to grounding
No socks please, we're Kiwis: The guide sharing the joys of grounding with tourists.
Don't touch the taps! Why you should avoid hot showers after long flights
A long, hot shower is normally a top priority for travellers at the end of a long flight.
Seven tips for surviving seasickness from the world’s roughest ocean
The sea round Antarctica fills even the most seasoned sailors with apprehension.
Hilarious plane prank goes viral
Warning: When falling asleep on a plane next to Brits, do so at your own peril.
Take a Coromandel holiday approved by science*
*Side effects may include sunburn and ice cream cravings. Always read the label.
Doctor issues warning to travellers using the contraceptive pill
Dr Desai says this travel trick could prevent potentially life-threatening blood clots.
Bali airport ups screening measures after virus outbreak
Both international and domestic arrivals will be tested for fever-like symptoms.
Three lies solo female travellers always tell abroad
"You should never lie, but as a solo female traveller, you kind of have to."
Paris battles bedbugs: RWC host city calls emergency meeting over infestation
The city of light has found something unpleasant in the corners of its hotels and metros.
'Film me!' Viral midair meltdowns only add to plane drama, says civil aviation rep
'Film me - I'm Instagram famous!'
‘Sick’: Passenger says son's nut allergy led to family being kicked off flight
Travellers were asked not bring nuts onto the plane, but a nasty surprise was on the menu.