OpinionLee SucklingLee Suckling: Do you take a risk with AirBnB?AirBnB isn't for everyone. And it's definitely not for the apprehensive or risk-adverse, writes Lee Suckling.14 Jan 12:30 AM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: What I did in my holidaysI was lucky enough to have some superb international travel last year. It's a perk of the job.12 Jan 04:30 PM
OpinionLucy Lawless: Beware the vampires deep in the gorgeDad had us eating out of the palm of his hand on the long holiday road trip up north to Grandma's.07 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionElisabeth EastherElisabeth Easther: 'Tis my season to be smugElisabeth Easther thinks she's found the perfect solution for a stress-free Christmas.17 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionGrant BradleyGrant Bradley: What I love about aviation right nowHerald aviation correspondent Grant Bradley looks at the trends exciting the plane nerds.16 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: Truly nutty behaviourWe've all been there. Some macadamias are delivered to you in your First Class seat just before takeoff and the nuts are SERVED IN THEIR PACKET INSTEAD OF IN A BOWL!15 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionDiana Balham: A clean breakNasty latrines are tolerable but a good wash is a must, even on the most basic camping trip, says Diana Balham.10 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: Parks, not carparksWe should ban all vehicles from the summits of Auckland's volcanoes, writes Travel Editor Winston Aldworth.08 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: Gruts expectationsIt's not often I get sent a pair of undies in the post. But last week, I got a brief taste of how it must feel to be Tom Jones.01 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: The colour of foreign moneyThe new Kiwi banknotes released by the Reserve Bank last week have brought a mixed response.24 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionEveline HarveyNext time, pack the grannyEveline Harvey's family holiday is hit by the tantrum-gastro-injury trifecta.19 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: A smalls problem for the travellerI don't think I'll ever understand why it costs so much to get basic laundry done when you're staying in a hotel.17 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionMathew Dearnaley: Look before you LeipzigLost without translation on his German journey Mathew Dearnaley finds that sometimes every traveller needs a local hero.12 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: Used to daydream in that small townAccording to an Expedia survey, us city slickers are more likely to try and outdo family and friends when planning our next holiday.10 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionRob Cox: Double down on the breakfast buffetWhen children first encounter a hotel buffet, writes Rob Cox, the noise and mess could match seagulls at a picnic fare.05 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: Writing about the front of the planeI'm often asked by readers why we review so many Business Class services in our Flight Check column.03 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionTrudy de Graaf: The apple's collateral damageTrudy de Graaf pleads with NZ Customs to consider the confusion of long distance travellers.30 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthIt's over-sized and over hereToday, a new visitor enters the Auckland skies. Singapore Airlines is switching up their services into Auckland by bringing an A380 into the game.27 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionTony Marks: Grey dollars up for grabsFootloose, fancy-free retirees have cash but no one's selling, says Tony Marks.23 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: Manners maketh the mobile travellerExpedia and Egencia have just released their 2014 Global Mobile Index report, a study of how travellers use and relate to mobile devices.20 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: Black box debate is not black and whiteDeadpan comedian Steven Wright once wondered: "Why don't they make the whole plane out of that black box stuff?"13 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionDanielle Murray: If we ever get out of here aliveNothing brings together a bunch of strangers like communal suffering, writes Danielle Murray.08 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: When first class isn't quite flash enoughAmong the unexpected booms from the Global Financial Thingymajig was a new market of first-class airline passengers.06 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionDonna McIntyre: Through the eyes of a childTravelling with her savvy children gives Donna McIntyre new perspectives.02 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionGraeme Lay: A red alert in these troubled timesSince 9/11, flying has become a tedious ordeal - made even worse if your boarding pass is circled in felt pen.29 Sep 04:30 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: Swapping adventure for a spot of pamperingWe Kiwis have tended to think of ourselves as adventurous types, but a survey by Qantas suggests we've become a bit more aspirational in our vacation outlook.29 Sep 04:00 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: Toilet? You should've gone before we leftWould you give up the right to spend a penny inflight in return for saving a few bucks on your airline ticket?22 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionMatt HeathMatt Heath: If you are too laid-back I might fly into a ragePassengers who recline without thinking are no friends of mine.21 Sep 09:30 PM
OpinionBen Stanley: Sleepless in transit loungeBen Stanley's nine hours in Houston International Airport feel like torture.16 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: A homecoming far from homeA nosey up the family tree is the one trip that everyone should make.15 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionJim Eagles: Departure from traditionSome simple technology would surely ease our passage through airport transit.09 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionWinston AldworthWinston Aldworth: Carry on, air stewardJetstar is trialling a scheme that will see 'cabin baggage officers' busting passengers who try sneak on board planes with oversized or heavy carry-on luggage.08 Sep 05:00 PM
