It sounds almost too good to be true. An international flight that won’t cost you a cent.Flying from Melbourne to Tokyo later this year, the flight is the first across the Qantas network wher…
Air New Zealand launches new UK ad campaign
Air New Zealand has launched its latest above the line campaign.The airline is launching its UK campaign ahead of the summer, showcasing its London to Los Angeles route and highlighting its “…
Small Luxury Hotels of the World expands Hyatt loyalty partnership
Hyatt and Small Luxury Hotels of the World have announced an expansion of their ongoing loyalty alliance.The move comes as the pair celebrate a milestone of over 200 participating SLH hotels where …
Best Airports in the world announced 2019
The world’s best and worst airports have been named and – in some cases – shamed in a survey by AirHelp.By combining flight data and traveller input, the passenger rights advocate…
Engine failure diverts Qantas Tokyo-Sydney flight
A Qantas plane travelling from Tokyo to Sydney was forced to divert to Cairns after a mid-air “explosion” and an engine was shut downA Qantas flight departing Tokyo bound for Sydney was…
Visa tracks increase in tourism spend in United Arab Emirates
Travellers visiting the United Arab Emirates spent four per cent more last year on their bank cards than in 2017, according to a new report from Visa.The company said this indicated a positive upti…
Flying from Auckland to Tokyo with Air New Zealand
Alex Robertson flies aboard NZ95 from Auckland to Tokyo Narita.Plane: A Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. These are the pride of the Air New Zealand fleet, capable of delivering 300-plus customers over grea…
Queenstown: Three new southern stars of the Otago restaurant scene
If you’re heading to Queenstown, make time to eat at one of these great new restaurants, writes Stephanie Holmes1 NestSlightly out of town, up in Fernhill, this restaurant is part of the Kama…
Chris Schulz: Ditch the selfies, enjoy the view
It’s time we learned to be less selfie-ish, says Chris Schulz.A sunny day, a beach, a swimmer entering the water. Nothing unusual about that. I was on the grass, soaking up some sun, enjoying…
Clarke Gayford: Cast away for bonefish in Aitutaki’s blue lagoon
The Cooks have it sorted, writes Clarke Gayford.There are 15 major islands in the Cook Islands covering a massive part of what really can only be described as the blue continent. It’s more th…