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'I was basically scalped': Kiwi who broke neck after plane dropped 54m takes first steps
Auckland man was severely injured during flight which dropped 54m in less than a second.
Air NZ extremely sorry after grandmother injured by wheelchair no-show
'She arrived exhausted, in tears and pain from her injuries.'
Bridging the Bays: Napier to Tauranga route unveiled
New destination for one of two airlines that offer regular flights in and out of Napier.
Is your favourite holiday spot on the list of most rat-infested cities?
Will you still go once you know?
Grandma gets first passport at 91 - becomes travel social media star
'Grandma Joy' has set her sights on visiting every continent with grandson Brad.
Nearly one in two Gen Zs have a fear of flying, survey finds
As the fallout mounts over Boeing's recent safety issues, young people are growing afraid.
Why is there a tiny hole on plane windows?
Have you noticed this tiny hole on plane windows? Well, there’s an important reason for it
Why you shouldn't try this 'dangerous' travel hack
'Hack' increases the risk of a head injury if turbulence strikes
Frozen in time: Families of those on missing Flight MH370 share their grief
Many families are coping with grief and questions unanswered for 10 years.
Google mishaps: Shot tourist sues tech giant after satnav suggested visit to 'murder capital’
Shot in the face and robbed after satnav suggested a shortcut.
Kiwi man '30 minutes from death' after brutal Bali stabbing
The tropical dream holiday turned nightmare after the frenzied attack in Kuta.
'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.
The fake FaceTime kidnap: Kiwi arrested in Thailand over abduction hoax
'Interpol contacted Thai police ... but when we arrived, they were having a party.'
This island country may no longer be safe for tourists
The US embassy has warned travellers to avoid the country after a spate of violent crimes.
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.
Funds needed for overseas treatment for Whangārei yachtie
Marcel Syron still has no use of his legs and limited use of his fingers and hands.
Former CIA agent reveals four things he did to stay safe in hotel rooms
There's a reason secret agents don't book the first four floors of a hotel.
'Very lucky to be alive': Pilot praised after passengers in 'flipped over' plane survive
Ten people — including a girl — were transported to hospital.
Young boy flown 260km away from family in flight mix up
A little boy accidentally boarded the wrong plane in a Home Alone style mix-up.
Distressed hiker rescued near volcano by helicopter
The hiker, giving distress signals, was spotted by a pilot in a passing plane.
Are MicroClimate helmets the new travel trend?
This year, Delta Air Lines began flights from Los Angeles to Auckland. Among the passengers on board were two individuals sporting MicroClimate helmets. Video / NZHerald / MicroClimate
Selfie-inflicted soaking: Tourists capsize Venice gondola while taking snaps
A TikTok video capturing the moment has racked up more than four million views.
'Little flight lie?' The biggest lie all pilots tell passengers
Unless you’re on the Concorde there is little a pilot can do about this.
Tourist's ‘foolish’ behaviour in Bali slammed
A clip of a tourist on a motorbike in Bali has angered people over foreigners' behaviour.
Why can’t I use my phone on the airport tarmac?
Here's why you're not allowed to use your phone while walking to board the plane.
Doctor issues warning to travellers using the contraceptive pill
Dr Desai says this travel trick could prevent potentially life-threatening blood clots.
The three types of turbulence? Pilot explains the only one passengers need worry about
Finish your coffee and buckle up!