Travel & Leisure
Five Places to Stay in the South Island that Don't Involve Camping
From a converted railway wagon to an old gaol cell, these unique locations are way better than your tent.
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NewsTen of the Most-Unique and Relaxing Stays You Can Book Around Auckland
From sprawling rainforest escapes to chic inner-city lofts, Auckland's Airbnb game is set to impress.
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NewsUnique Stays with Breathtaking Views of New Zealand's South Island
From rugged secluded cottages to luxurious lakeside retreats.
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NewsTwelve Blissful Coastal Escapes You Can Book in Shoalhaven
Escape the city for a few nights in a romantic former silo with 360-degree views or a group getaway with private beach access.
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NewsThe Most-Impressive Group Stays You Can Book in Byron Bay
An array of waterfront villas and roomy coastal retreats ideal for a beach vacay with your besties.
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FeatureA Southern Edge Road Trip: Follow a CP Writer's Ambling Foodie Adventure in Tasmania's South
"While I love a scenic road trip with good company as much as the next person, this road trip truly rivalled almost every journey I can recall."
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NewsSix Tassie Restaurants Championing Paddock-to-Plate Dining For if You Like Eating Straight from the Source
Tasmania is home to some of the finest produce grown anywhere in Australia — here's where to sample it straight from the source.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Kangaroo Island
The South Australian island's wineries, beaches, oyster farms and accommodation are as beautiful as ever.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Queensland's Bundaberg Region
Watch baby turtles hatch, swim at the Southern Great Barrier Reef, then sample award-winning local gin and rum.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide To Bowral and the Southern Highlands
Stay at a country estate, taste locally produced wine and whisky, peruse a whole heap of art and feast at a hatted restaurant — all in just one weekend.
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NewsThe Essential Spring Long Weekender's Guide to Hobart
For New Zealanders in search of epic adventures, incredible scenery, delicious gastronomy and damn good wine, you don't have to travel far.
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Ten of the Most-Unique and Relaxing Stays You Can Book Around Auckland
From sprawling rainforest escapes to chic inner-city lofts, Auckland's Airbnb game is set to impress.
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GuideThe 16 Best Hotels In Melbourne for 2025
Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the best hotels in Melbourne will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas, rooftop pools and pillow menus await.
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NewsThe Best Places to Go Glamping in New Zealand
Choose from seaside glamping spots, campsites in the mountains and tents scattered about countryside farms full of roaming sheep.
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NewsThe Most Romantic Places to Stay in Bali When Proposals and Honeymoons Come Calling
Perfect for those looking to honeymoon or just run away with their special someone.
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NewsOur Guide to the Best Glamping Sites Around Australia
Stay in luxury tents scattered among remote deserts, lush rainforests and tropical islands at these Australian glamping sites.
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GuideThe Ten Best Hotels in Brisbane
Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the top hotels in Brisbane will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas and rooftop pools for days.
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Travel & LeisureFive Scenic Cycling Trails to Hit on the South Island
Soak up the stunning scenery of the south on two wheels.
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Design & StyleTwo Dockless Electric Scooter Services Will Be Trialled in Auckland
Auckland Transport will review the system after three months.
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Travel & LeisureThis New 130-Room Hotel Will Feature One of Auckland's Highest Outdoor Rooftop Bars
It will be one of three bars inside the property — which also includes a French-inspired restaurant and free mini bar service.
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Travel & LeisureThe World's Longest Non-Stop Commercial Flight Will Launch Next Month
The nearly 19-hour flight from Singapore to New York will soon take to the skies.
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Travel & LeisureSouth Island Journeys
Break free from the daily grind, and head east then south for a tour around NZ's South Island. Together with Tourism New Zealand, we’ve fashioned these guides to take you all over the South. Based on key driving routes, these journeys will help you find the very best experiences — from adrenaline-charged adventures to luxurious days of pamper.
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Food & DrinkMeet the Queenstown Company Offering Personalised Wine Tours
Spend an unhurried period at three vineyards and visit New Zealand's largest wine cave.
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Travel & LeisureYou Can Now Stay at the World's First Craft Beer Hotel
Complete with a beer on arrival, in-room beer taps and shower beer fridges.
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Travel & LeisureThis New Service Lets You Travel to Japan Without Any Luggage
Leave your clothes at home and rent someone else's.
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Design & StyleThe Government Is Funding a Pedestrian Bridge Across Auckland Harbour
To the tune of $67 million.
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Travel & LeisureAirbnb Launches Its Experiences Platform in New Zealand
Hosts can now share activities, tours or classes with Airbnb's network of travellers.
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Travel & LeisureTen Stunning Onsens in the Forest to Visit on Your Next Trip to Japan
The authors of 'Onsen in Japan' have found the most secluded spots for naked bathing in the country.
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Travel & LeisureDriveHer Is a New Female-Only Ridesharing Service
Taking the guess work out of getting home or going out.
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Design & StyleA 244-Room Luxury Hotel Has Been Announced As Part of Auckland's Commercial Bay Development
Complete with a rooftop bar on level 21.
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Travel & LeisureA Weekender's Guide to Marlborough
Head to New Zealand's sunniest region for wine tours by bike, first-rate cuisine and mussel cruising.
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Travel & LeisureThis House-Sharing Service Lets You Stay in the Luxe Homes of Friends of Friends
If you've ever visited a pal's place and thought that you'd like to holiday there, or heard stories about a mate of a mate's gorgeous pad in a far-flung spot, this is for you.
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Travel & LeisureThe World's Biggest Human Catapult Has Opened in Queenstown
It reaches speeds of almost 100 kilometres per hour in 1.5 seconds.
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Travel & LeisureA Food and Wine Lover's Guide to the Limestone Coast
The SA region features plenty of drinking and feasting, alongside impossibly clear waters and dazzling blue lakes.
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Travel & LeisureA Food and Wine Lover's Guide to the Clare Valley
Within this famed wine region you'll find award-winning eateries, riesling-fuelled bike trails and vineyard glamping.
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Travel & LeisureThis Holiday Spot Has Been Named the World's Cheapest Beach for 2018
Vietnam's Cua Dai Beach once again tops the list of 327 beaches from over 70 countries.
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Food & DrinkMarlborough's Cloudy Bay Launches a New Foraging Experience
Hunt, gather and fish for your dinner at the Marlborough vineyard.
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Design & StyleConstruction Has Begun on Britomart's New Luxury Hotel and Laneway
On the former site of The Britomart Country Club.
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Travel & LeisureUNESCO Has Added 19 Stunning Cultural and Natural Sites to Its World Heritage List
From ancient cities to towering mountains to snow-capped temples.
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Travel & LeisureThis New Finnish Taxi Service Will Only Accept Payment By Singing
Forget cash or cards — this shuttle lets you croon tunes to get around town.
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Travel & LeisureFive Hikes with Incredible Views to Discover on New Zealand's South Island
Take a hike.
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Travel & LeisureFive Reasons You Should Make the Trip to Queenstown Winter Festival This Year
The country's biggest winter celebration returns for 2018 with a snowy dog derby, wharf jumping, a budgie run, live music and an open-air street party.
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Travel & LeisureWe're Giving Away an Activity-Filled Trip for Two to Sri Lanka
Tick Sri Lanka off your bucket list.
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Travel & LeisureOffbeat Adventures to Take You Around the World
This glorious world of ours is filled with adventures waiting to be taken. Venture into rainforests, hike over glaciers and camp by candlelight. If it's true that travel is the only thing that you buy that makes you richer, then these experiences are worth their weight in gold.
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Travel & LeisureA Hit List of the Most Beautiful Sights to See Around NZ's South Island
Your South-side best-of.
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Travel & LeisureThis New Harry Potter Tour Lets You Dress Up in Authentic Hogwarts Robes
Londoners can pick their house colours and pop on a robe that featured in one of the movies.
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Food & DrinkA Stacked Lineup of Food and Beverage Outlets Has Been Announced for Auckland Airport
Head through security early to enjoy fried chicken and waffles, hand-rolled bagels and the world's best pizza.
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Travel & LeisureLuxury Champagne Festival Clicquot in the Snow Returns for 2018
Attend a fashion show, drink your weight in Champagne and snow shoe across a mountain.
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Travel & LeisureQueenstownReal Journeys Queenstown Winter Festival
The country's biggest winter festival is back for its 44th year with live music, snow tubing, wharf jumping and a whole heap of dog-friendly events.
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Travel & LeisureAn Intrepid Guide to Latin America
Whether you want to unplug and venture into the great outdoors, get a little sun-kissed on a deserted beach or take a city break in a metropolis where tradition collides with the contemporary, you’ll find it here.
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Travel & LeisureAn Intrepid Guide to Europe
Many travellers put Europe and its main tourist destinations on their itineraries, but there are so many lesser-travelled locations that deserve a top-ranking spot on your hit list. Here's where to start.
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Travel & LeisureAn Intrepid Guide to Asia
Asia is one of the most diverse regions in the world but many don't stray beyond a handful of buzzy tourist hot spots. Choose the path less travelled and dive head first into this melting pot of culture, customs and chaos.
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Travel & LeisureAn Intrepid Guide to Africa
Africa is often overlooked in favour of the well-worn tourist paths of Europe and Asia. But, if you’re the kind of traveller who prefers sightseeing away from the hordes, this is the place for you.
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Travel & LeisureYou May Soon Be Allowed to Take Your Pet on Auckland Public Transport
The council planning committee voted unanimously in support of the decision.
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Travel & LeisureThe World's Longest Non-Stop Commercial Flight Is Set to Launch by the End of This Year
The 19-hour flight from Singapore to New York will take to the skies by the end of the year.