The plane: Boeing 747-8I, operated by Korean Air, from Auckland to Seoul.Class: Economy.Price: $2039 return.Flight time: 12 hours nonstop, with a brief 20-minute delay before we got going.How full:…
Stay in a shepherd’s hut: the newest holiday rental trend
Around the world, new types of unique holiday rentals appear every year.We’ve seen an apocalypse of tiny houses for minimalists. Transparent bubbles for stargazing. Igloos for arctic escapes.…
Forbes Travel Guide unveils 2020 star ratings
Forbes Travel Guide has presented a galaxy of stars to the most luxurious properties in the world.A record 107 new five-star awards have been announced, owing to the company’s significant exp…
Coronavirus cruise concerns: Kiwis turned away at Madagascar
A New Zealander aboard a cruise ship headed for Madagascar says the ship has been turned away from the African island nation amid coronavirus concerns.The 46-day cruise on the Sun Princess is carry…
Where can I see the Grand Canyon from Vegas for free?
I’m in Las Vegas for a conference next month and am hoping to use it as my chance to see the Grand Canyon. I’ve always wanted to visit but don’t know where to start. It’s pr…
Final details revealed as BrewLDN returns
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Nobu Noir returns to Atlantis, the Palm
The hottest and most sophisticated ladies’ night in the Dubai, Nobu Noir, returns to Atlantis, the Palm.Transformed with upbeat tunes by the resident DJ and live performances from Australian …
Armstrong appointed chief executive of Contiki
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Dream Cruises guests getting screened after coronavirus cases found
Dream Cruises’ World Dream cruise ship is in Hong Kong, where more than 3,600 people were to be screened after the ship was banned by Taiwan amid growing worry about the spread of coronavirus…
Flying Thai Airways from Auckland to London Heathrow via Bangkok
Kate Watson flies Thai Airways from Auckland to London Heathrow via BangkokThe planes: Auckland to Bangkok: Boeing 787-9, Bangkok to London: Airbus Industrie A380.Class: Economy.How full: No spare …