NZ’s cruise industry collectively shouted “Yipee” when Pacific Explorer arrived in Waitemata Harbour. They then looked around in confusion as they realised that was a bit weird.

Looking to get to NZ on a budget? Now’s the time to nab some cheap flights before the prices go back up again!

New Zealand fully reopening means die-hard Lord of the Rings fans around the world can finally regroup to recite their fav lines from the films to one another on location.

For a winter escape combining the great outdoors with cosy fireside dining, cultural activities and family-friendly fun, Auckland is the perfect pick, and the team at the downtown Avani Auckland Metropolis Residences has the inside scoop on the hottest spots to hit this winter.

The Asia travel specialist is offering savings of up to $500 per person on a massive selection of group tours to Japan, Southeast Asia, India, Sri Lanka, South Korea, and New Zealand.

That’s one less hoop to jump through for Aussies rushing to cross the Tasman before our Kiwi cousins open up to the rest of the world.

Its island escapes galore for Aussie airlines, with new and revived flights to Bali, Vanuatu, Fiji, Samoa and New Zealand on the horizon.

The airline is switching up its inflight menu to highlight the finest local produce and show meals are anything but plane at 40,000ft (geddit?).

Just like Australia had to begrudgingly welcome back Irish backpackers, New Zealand has had to let some Aussies in to boost its tourism industry.

Travel Weekly’s North America correspondent reminisces about his summer trek through New Zealand while the rest of the editorial team experiences the arctic breezes terrorising our unsuspecting Sydney office. 

Unlike The Matrix films, this is a video series that only gets better with each release!

As you can imagine, the response to this announcement has almost been stronger than our commitment to three coffees before midday (that’s pretty damn strong!).