Royal Brunei Airlines is launching non-stop flights between Brunei and Brisbane, solidifying the airline’s position as a key player on the Boomerang route for the UK market.This announcement …
Golden Princess: Together again, nautically
Keely Allen finds her sea legs on a family adventure.From the moment we boarded the Golden Princess, we knew we were on the wrong ship.Of the 2500 passengers, my two sisters and I were among a hand…
Flying from Auckland to New Plymouth aboard Air New Zealand
Ruwani Perera witnesses disturbing acts of PDA aboard NZ8037 flying from Auckland to New Plymouth.Plane: A Bombardier Dash 8 Q300.Class: Egalitarian, we are all equal.Price: Work was paying for me …
Cruise review: Sailing aboard Silversea’s Silver Muse
Silversea’s ultra-luxury flagship the Silver Muse is in New Zealand waters for the first time this week. On a recent voyage, Grant Bradley discovered she’s a beauty.Owners: Silversea ha…
World’s first vegan hotel suite open for reservations at Hilton’s London Bankside
The world’s first vegan hotel suite has been unveiled, where everything from the pillows to the stationary are made from cruelty-free materials.Vegans can rest their heads – and their c…
Local Focus: Manawatū’s Country Road offers a scenic tour of old New Zealand
Welcome to The Country Road in Northern Manawatū, the scenic alternative when you’re travelling through the lower North Island. The Country Road is actually a series of scenic routes whi…
South Australia reports record-breaking tourism numbers
South Australia, the location of the next World Routes event, has reported a record number of visors to the region, with the state’s visitor economy soaring to an all-time-high of AUD$6.9 bil…
Flying from Auckland to Honolulu aboard Air New Zealand
Ricardo Simich flies Air New Zealand’s flight NZ10 from Auckland to Honolulu.The plane: The EVA Aircraft is leased by Air NZ for the route at present. EVA is a Boeing 777-300 aircraft similar…
Sydney: Holiday on a budget
Our new series looks at how to have an overseas trip without breaking the bank. First up, our transtasman neighbour.Sydney is not known for being the cheapest city in the world, but if you have bit…
Air New Zealand flight diverted to Cairns after passenger death
A flight from Hong Kong to Auckland was diverted to Cairns earlier this morning, after an emergency arose on-board the plane.Air New Zealand flight ANZ80 arrived at Cairns International Airport abo…