Romantic Danube with AmaWaterways – A week where Europe comes to you

There’s a particular kind of romance to the Danube that you don’t quite understand until you’ve watched the day arrive on water, soft light, church spires in silhouette, a ribbon […]
AI discovery digital ID and premium demand highlight global travel trends for 2026

Phocuswright’s latest “Travel Forward: Data, Insights & Trends for 2026” positions the global travel economy as firmly back on a growth track, with 2025 gross bookings projected to reach US$1.67 […]
Sri Lanka Tourism rebounds strongly after severe weather

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is emerging strongly from recent severe weather, signalling that the island remains safe and ready to welcome New Zealand travellers. Most wildlife sanctuaries, national parks and […]
IHG unveils Regent Bali Canggu

IHG Hotels & Resorts has officially opened Regent Bali Canggu, marking the debut of the Regent brand in Indonesia and adding a new ultra-luxury option on Bali’s southwest coast. Set […]
Qatar Airways replaces group CEO effective immediately

Qatar Airways Group has appointed Mr Hamad Ali Al-Khater as Group Chief Executive Officer, effective 7 December 2025, replacing Engr Badr Mohammed Al-Meer after just over two years in the […]
New Zealand grows Asia South America hub role with China Eastern Argentina link via Auckland

New Zealand’s position as a bridge between Asia and South America has taken a significant step forward with the launch of China Eastern Airlines’ new Shanghai–Auckland–Buenos Aires service. Operating twice […]
Kiwi Holiday Insurance strategic partnership with Southern Cross Travel Insurance goes live

Kiwi Holiday Insurance is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Southern Cross Travel Insurance, one of New Zealand’s most trusted and long-established travel insurers. This collaboration brings together […]
Air New Zealand cabin crew to stage full-day strike on 8 December

E tū members working as cabin crew at Air New Zealand will strike for 24 hours on Monday, 8 December 2025, after months of negotiations have failed to secure agreement […]
US Travel chief warns fear and fees are eroding America’s visitor appeal

Fear, negative perceptions and rising visa costs are emerging as major brakes on international travel to the United States, according to US Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman. Speaking […]
Indian Supreme Court ruling resets tiger safari norms across India

India’s Supreme Court has handed down a landmark ruling that will significantly change how tiger tourism is conducted across the country’s reserves with direct implications for New Zealand agents packaging […]
