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Who will get that upgrade?

A survey of flight attendants has revealed the travellers who are most likely - and least
likely to get an upgrade... Read more
'Gold elite' flyer vs wheelchair user: what you reckon

The story of a woman with 'gold elite' status who refused to give up her front row seat
for a wheelchair user ruffled many a feather... Read more
Branson swaps suit for skirt

Passengers on an AirAsia flight were astonished to be served by none other than Virgin
magnate Richard Branson - in a hostess uniform. Read more
Five cruise ships compared

As Kiwis continue to take to cruising in record numbers, we review five ocean liners
so you know what to expect before you book. Read more
Couple marries on flight - for 42nd time

A couple on the hunt for the ultimate wedding location has tied the knot for the 42nd
time on a trans-Atlantic flight. Read more
The country that will pay you to visit

As if the idea of bathing in turquoise water and sipping cocktails isn’t enough, one
country is offering cash incentives to entice visitors. Read more
Tourette's sufferer banned from flight

A man suffering Tourette's Syndrome has been barred from boarding a flight after he kept
repeating the word "bomb". Read more
New cruise ship a 'game-changer'

Bumper cars, simulated skydiving and an observation capsule like the London Eye are
some of the features on new-age cruise ship Quantum of the Seas. Read more
Buckle up! Bumpier rides ahead?

Research on climate change suggests we could be in for far more turbulent rides
in the sky... Read more
How to haggle like a pro

While bargaining doesn't come naturally to all of us, in some places it's expected
and can even be fun! Learn more

Travel News

Runways at Heathrow Airport shut after BA incident

Heathrow Airport closed both its runways on Friday following an incident with a British...
Picnicking tourists stranded on iceberg

Four US tourists were found floating on an iceberg after the glacier they'd stopped...
Australia's remote northern hideaway

Experience sophisticated luxury in the middle of nowhere at the Kimberley's remote Berkeley River Lodge, but don't expect to drive there.
Air NZ suspends carriage of shark fins

Air New Zealand has suspended its practice of transporting shark fins to Asia.
Plane landing at Wellington targeted by laser

A plane trying to land at Wellington Airport last night became the target of a laser pointer.
Saudi Arabia’s golden train station

Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, is to build the world’s most luxurious transport...
Plans to leave co-pilots on the ground

The aviation industry is reportedly investigating an airline flight deck that could be...
Long-haul flights a step closer for Wellington

Wellington is finally making a step towards securing long-haul international flights.
Nepal's sherpas a hardy bunch

Many foreign hikers would struggle in the Himalayas without Nepal's modern-day...
Underwater magic at Lady Elliot Island

The underwater magic at Lady Elliot Island, at the southern end of the Great Barrier...

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Travel Galleries

National Geographic Photo Contest entries

Entries are flowing in to the prestigious National Geographic Traveller Photo Contest....
The world's coolest treehouse hotels

From China to Chile, take a look at some of the world's best hotels built up in the...
The 15 favourite destinations

TripAdvisor has announced its Travellers' Choice Destination Awards for 2013. How...
On board the Pacific Pearl

The Pacific Pearl is the youngest ship in P&O's fleet - and she's just had some...
The majestic beauty of Millbrook

Queenstown's Millbrook Resort was the only NZ hotel to make the 2013 Tripadvisor...
The 10 hardest countries to visit

Travel visa assistance website GlobalVisas.com has revealed the 10 toughest countries to...
The world's top 10 islands

The Travellers Choice Awards have selected the top 10 islands in the world. Have you had...