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Pilot teaches sexist passenger a lesson

One traveller will think twice before opening his mouth and slagging off female
pilots again. Read more
Wales gets world's first Wikipedia town

A small Welsh town is about to become the world's first "Wikipedia town". But
what does it entail? Find out more
NZ urged to fight Aussie departure tax hike

Thinking of taking a trip across the Tasman? Don't forget to budget for the privilege
to come home again... Learn more
Lifetime travel deal bleeds airline dry

A decision to offer unlimited first class travel seemed like a good idea when American
Airlines ran the promotion back in 1985. Read more
Tips for hotel haggling

Love him or hate him, MP John Banks' policy of negotiating a discount for his
hotel rooms is a good one. Read more
Cruise ship staff paid just $1.50

Staff already paid a pittance on some P&O cruise ships now face the possibility of
having their tips withheld. Read more
House swapping: The dos and don'ts

Considering a home exchange for your next holiday? Here are some tips
Passport-free zone proposed for NZ-Aus

Tourism bodies on both sides of the Tasman are pushing for passport-free travel to
bring costs down. Find out more
NZ hotels make Conde Nast hot list

Which two New Zealand properties have been recognised in a list of the world's
best new hotels? Find out here
NZ beaches up for a global award

Two New Zealand beaches have been nominated as leading beach destinations in the
World Travel Awards. Read more

Travel News

Jetstar's Dreamliner a destination itself

Jetstar is due to receive its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner in the second half of 2013 and plans to eventually use the aircraft for long-haul routes.
Nuts about pecans in NSW

Pecans feature strongly on the menu at the Eltham Valley Pantry in northern NSW - unsurprising as it's located in a pecan orchard.
Five free attractions in Bangkok

Travellers to Thailand often marvel at how cheap everything is. But for those on a really tight budget, here are some fantastic free sights.
Brisbane's new winter food festival

Brisbane's new winter food festival - called the delectable food festival - features Queensland's producers, growers, restaurateurs and chefs.
US theme parks opening new attractions

The renovation and new construction at Fantasyland inside the Magic Kingdom in Florida is the largest expansion project in the park's 40-year history.

The world's most magnificent gardens

Strolling through colourful gardens is a great way to relax on holiday. Here are some of...
Banyaran Hotsprings Retreat: Malaysia's best eco resort

Take a look at the sumptuous resort in the Malaysian jungle that is up for a world...
Australia's best views!

The 100 best views in Australia have been named! Check out one of these next time...
Beer O'Clock: 10 beers that represent their country

Beer: a source of national pride, tax revenue and hangovers. Here are 10 of the most...
Spiritual awakenings: 10 places to seek enlightenment

From communing with nature on sacred mountains to gazing upon ancient Buddhas, these...