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Summer travel ideas: Where to see native birds in the North Island
Bird-watching opportunities abound in the North Island. Here's where to find them.
'Significant delays': Holiday traffic snarled, SH1 closed, deaths add to road toll
The holiday road toll now stands at 12.
How do you tackle 15,000km of coast? One walkway at a time
Redefine yourself one step at a time on the country's coastal walkways.
Best of Summer: Your chance to vote for classic Kiwi favourites in our nationwide campaign
Vote for NZ's best campsite, fish and chips, playground, short walk, and ice cream shop.
Holiday traffic: Congestion building as police urge motorists to put safety first
Waka Kotahi suggests alternate route as congestion clogs SH1 heading north.
Over the beach? Try these family-friendly mountain walks
Bored of the beach? Stretch your legs with these family-friendly hikes.
Screens, down: Five ways to get the family outside this summer
Get the kids off the screens with these outdoor adventures.
Adults Only: Best child-free retreats for ultimate relaxation
Call the babysitter and prepare for a properly peaceful summer escape.
Grown-up getaways: Where to holiday without the kids
Plan ahead for an adults-only escape at one of these exclusive NZ getaways.
Motu magic: Unusual island getaways on our doorstep
NZ has many gorgeous islands for easy overnight getaways, and not just Waiheke.
Gorgeous glamping spots for ultimate relaxation
It's the best of both worlds at New Zealand's top glamping spots.
Treat yourself: Six luxury lodges and hotels for 2022 indulgence
After a trying year, treat yourself with these luxury holidays.
Travel inspiration for 2022 in South America and the Pacific
Where will you go first when the borders open? Here are some travel-writer approved ideas.
Great heights: Why glamping is out, and luxury treehouses are the next big thing
From France to japan to Kaikōura, luxury treehouses are setting new heights for travellers
Tekapo pic upends Northern Lights Photo of the Year awards
Of the 25 shortlisted photos only two were from the Southern Hemisphere.
DoC asks campers to assess own risks this summer
DoC are expecting a bumper summer with almost 60,000 campers across the network.
Free and Fiji at a five-star resort in this week's best travel deals
We bring you the best travel deals going.
Easy walks that don't take all day, welcome to Golden Bay
A selection of short walks for all those opposed to overnight stays in a bunkroom.
10 tips to get your car 'roadtrip ready' this summer
Don't hit the road this summer without checking these 10 things.
Delayed Tourism Awards come at perfect time for Rotorua
Eleven tourism businesses have been honoured at the prestigious Awards.
Raro, ready to go: Travel deals for the Cooks restart
We bring you the best travel deals going.
Unvaccinated holiday park guests may not be able to use all facilities
'The only way to make sure that's not an issue is to go out and get vaccinated.'
Fiordland cruise company seeks voluntourists for special mission
Fancy a busman's holiday to Dusky Sound?
Holiday Parks tell guests to get vaxxed to protect summer plans
With under two months until Christmas, vaccines and clarity are on parks' wish list.
Deep trippin' on the Catlins roads in our top travel deals
We bring you the best travel deals going.
Comment: Hunting for happiness? This gift is proven to deliver
Looking for a little joy? Science says there's one thing you should prioritise buying.
Heading to a DoC hut? Don't forget to pack a mask
There are a few extra necessities DoC will be asking hikers to pack in and pack out.
DoC knows what you did last summer: Kiwis' outdoor habits revealed
Beach trips and busy carparks; DoC's recent report shows how Kiwis spent their summer.
Kiwi dreams: Celebrity Treasure Island stars on the holidays they're longing for
Travel memories from Candy Lane, Chris Parker, JJ Fong, Angela Bloomfield, Richie Barnett.
Where to stay and go play on a dog-friendly escape
Every dog has its day... and that day is 26 August.
Abel Tasman track could be opened to bikers and hikers
The Abel Tasman track could become the third Great Walk to permit cyclists.
Trip Notes: Can travel mend a broken heart?
The popular Herald Travel podcast is back for brand new episodes. Here's what's in store.