Opinion
I used to find the All Blacks boring. Now I'm flying to Scotland to see them play
OPINION: A lot can change when you see the team from a global perspective.
Auckland holidays
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
I fell in love with Japanese convenience stores, here's why
The weird, wonderful, and totally inexplicable delights of Japan's convenience stores.
Route 66 turns 100. We road-tripped through all its kitsch
Washington Post: Capturing the shifting landscapes, rural charms and retro attractions.
The North Island's best hot pools, from Ngāwha to Rotorua
In her new book, Nicola McCloy is ticking off the Great Kiwi Bucket List.
The divine allure of Calabria’s Coast of the Gods
New York Times: Why you should check out Italy’s overlooked deep-south region.
How to (really) get off the beaten track in Vietnam
The country’s least-visited region is full of surprises.
From bongos to breakfast baps: My moment of fame on Great Barrier Island
'If you didn’t want everyone knowing your business, you probably wouldn't live here.'
Inside Mangawhai’s hidden gem where serenity and surf are side by side
The three chalets sit just a minute’s walk from Mangawhai’s cafés and shops.
Luxury escapes close to home: Auckland’s best indulgent stays and dining
We share some of the best luxury travel experiences to try.
12 hours in Auckland: A local’s guide to the Tāmaki Makaurau's best spots
Swim at Herne Bay before coffee and scones at Elyse’s Honey Sundays café.
Pacific Islands travel
Is this the most heavenly isle in the South Pacific?
Turquoise lagoons, towering pines and powder-soft sand...
A luxury Fiji holiday, done the Simon Dallow way
Follow Simon Dallow for the best beaches, scenery, snorkelling and island experience.
The luxe Fiji resort where families and couples happily holiday side by side
Complimentary nannies and resort buddies keep the children at bay.
Cruise around remote Fiji islands that most tourists never see
Yasawa Princess II carries just 44 passengers for island hopping without the crowds.
Lonely Planet editor tips South Pacific destination as a 2027 must-visit
'Both times I’ve had pristine beaches and gorgeous lagoons entirely to myself.'
Cruise holidays
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Hot Deals: Sailing in Alaska and Europe and adventuring in Australia
Alaska and Greece cruises, Sydney Harbour opera and Australian getaways.
Travel Alerts: Auckland's new food festival, Black Barn’s global win and airline upgrades
Harbour dinners, a global wine win, river safaris and daily flights to Los Angeles.
‘Cruise for life’ strands passengers in Cambodia as operator goes bust
Residents had seven hours to leave the ship at Cambodia’s Sihanoukville port.
Travel videos
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New Zealand travel
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I’m an Aucklander who’s never been to Christchurch. Here’s what I thought
Is the Garden City really as good as they say?
Wellington food guide: The capital's best spots for every appetite
Top spots for street food, Peking duck and pantry finds.
Flying into the future, on an airline where crayfish get their own seats
A flight to the Chatham Islands delivers old-fashioned Kiwi charm.
The only NZ city named in the world's top 10 trending destinations for 2027
The Kiwi centre sits alongside Reims, Pescara and Monterey.
Coffee, threads and craft beer: A perfect day on Christchurch’s southside
Discover the Christchurch suburb’s independent food, drink and design scene.
Fiji holidays
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Air NZ, Qantas say Fiji jet fuel situation back to normal
Airlines confirm it's business as usual for flights to the island nation's gateway.
Overseas travel
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This is arguably Southeast Asia's last great wonder
Plan a visit to an overshadowed and under-visited (but wildly enjoyable) destination.
What Christchurch's new direct Perth flights mean for travellers
Jetstar's seasonal service will run three times a week until March.
More Travel news
UFOs, hexes and abduction: Six haunted hiking trails for Halloween
Beware of the elderly woman who startles hikers and removes their livers.
Move over film, wellness is the new hot trend luring tourists to NZ
Wellness tourism is expected to bring $47 million into the NZ economy by June 2027.
Dabbling in sorcery, healing and witchcraft in the Philippines
Smoke, chants, and pungent herbs on picturesque Siquijor Island.
The secret to finding Singapore's cultural roots beneath its shiny skyline
One of Singapore's last villages has fewer than 50 residents.
Beyond the tourist trail: South Korean food markets, local cuisine and hanok stays
Discover South Korean food so addictive, the dish's name translates to “drug”.
Hop aboard Malaysia's jungle train before it's too late
It's now or never for this endangered, dirt-cheap rail journey.
