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Two Australia hotels made the list, so how did Aotearoa fare?
Plan your next getaway with this week's hot travel deals
Explore deals near you, from winter getaways to summer escapes.
What it’s like visiting one of NZ’s top hunting lodges as a vegan
'The abundance of taxidermy was expected but dinner was a shock.'
Five must-grab travel deals for your next romantic getaway
Travel the world with your other half.
How I ended up in a private Scottish castle after booking a single room
Many people escape winter, but embracing it can be even better.
'Breathtakingly racist': Samoa royal resort review ignites backlash
Locals jumped to defend the resort and their hospitality.
From China to Japan and back to Bali, it's all about Asia in this week's travel deals
Discover hidden treasures with these top travel discounts.
Lap up the world's most iconic landmarks from these hotel rooms
Hands up if you want to see the Acropolis from your bed.
Top picks this week: Australian Open tickets, 5-star hotels and week-long holiday deals
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Dreaming of warmer climes? These are the best resorts in the Pacific Islands
Find your paradise at these top-tier private island resorts in the Pacific.
In need of some me time? US wellness resorts are way ahead of anything you'll find in NZ
AI-powered smart beds, mood-lifting beer and suites that transform into spas.
Book this cruise and your plus-one will get 75% off their fare in this week's hot deals
Travel deals that make sure your dream trip becomes a reality.
Rosewood Kauri Cliffs: Ultra-luxury for less this winter
New operator of Robertson lodges in NZ is offering a winter deal for Kiwis and Aussies.
From luxury to explorations, here are the best deals for you
Check out these deals for all types of travellers
What it’s like to stay at the former home of Nelson Mandela
Stay at Sanctuary Mandela, where Nelson Mandela lived for the majority of his presidency.
Tasman Holiday Parks Pāpāmoa Beach has had a glorious makeover, and families love it
Introducing one of the biggest, most impressive resort swimming pools in NZ.
Feeling the menopause blues? Pack your bags for a rejuvenating retreat
Discover holidays with specific perimenopause and menopause programmes.
Looking for luxury? Check out these new attractions in NZ and Australia
Perfect for a Lotto winner, or anyone who wants to treat themselves.
How billionaire Julian Robertson fell in love with NZ’s top end luxury lodges
What the management deal means for Kauri Cliffs, Cape Kidnappers and Matakauri.
Whitsundays Hamilton Island up for sale with $1bn price tag
The $1bn resort boasts accommodation, an 18-hole golf course and a regional airport.
The luxury of alone time: Why you should stay in a grand lodge as a solo traveller
An opulent lodge isn't just for couples - you can enjoy it solo, too.
This Coachella Valley resort has 41 pools, 100 types of tequila, and a star-studded legacy
The Life Aquatic: For the ultimate resort experience, just add 41 pools.
Looking for luxury? Check out these new attractions in NZ and Australia
Perfect for a Lotto winner, or anyone who wants to treat themselves.
This hotel has the best views of Positano on the Amalfi Coast
Casa Angelina is a high-end stay, but is it worth the price tag?
Why Turtle Island, Fiji’s exclusive $19k private island, is worth every cent
Britney Spears' luxury honeymoon spot left me saying, 'Oops I'd do it again'.
I stayed on a famous private island in Australia and it felt like White Lotus
Live out your Jennifer Coolidge dreams on this private island.
Warm nuts and Kylie Minogue's masseuse: These are the best things about luxury travel
Herald writers share their favourite things about their most extravagant travels.
Watch: Inside the Outrigger Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel
NZ Herald takes you inside the Outrigger Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel. Video / Grant Bradley / Estelle Sarney
Underwater kiss: Couple set breathtaking record in Maldives resort pool
The couple locked lips in the resort pool for an astounding length of time.