"I'm either checking into a hotel or paying another $500 to see if someone else will take me home," one woman said.
New Zealand
Tue, Feb 3
Thai Airways plans to relaunch daily non-stop services later this year, restoring a long-haul route paused during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The former Air New Zealand chief executive recalled the moment he learned the test flight was missing, saying "my heart just stopped" as the scale of the tragedy began to unfold.
Business
Sat, Jan 31
UK migrants have discovered they need to get British passports to go on holiday to Britain, or to visit elderly parents and grandparents, from the end of next month.
Thu, Jan 29
The airline said it was looking to balance the contributions of crew members against the "challenging economic times".
Wed, Jan 28
Widespread snow, sleet and freezing rain threatened nearly 180 million people — more than half the US population.
World
Mon, Jan 26
The British High Commission has provided more information to dual-national travellers, who have said they were blindsided by new rules around travelling back to the UK.
Sat, Jan 24
Passport wait times are also becoming a key concern for dual-national New Zealanders travelling soon, who need UK passports before they can fly.
Thu, Jan 22
As international travel ramps up for the year ahead, experts are warning Kiwis of the requirements that are often overlooked.
Tue, Jan 20
The F150 steam locomotive was one of the F class of trains manufactured in Glasgow in the late 1800s.
Sun, Jan 18
New Zealand’s major airlines explain their cabin baggage policies and why they’re enforced at the gate.
UK-based recruiters say it is a difficult time to secure work in the city, even for experienced expats.
Sat, Jan 17
Auckland’s public transport fares and the price for on-street parking and Auckland Transport-managed carparks will increase from next month.
Fri, Jan 16
The latest Henley & Partners Passport Index has been released.
Wed, Jan 14
Travel agents are warning that many passengers are unaware of the change, which will come into effect for expat British and Irish dual citizens from next month.
There's a whole host of reasons not to drag that bulky bag onto your flight.
The smell was "in the flight deck detected by the pilots", Air Canada said.
Tue, Jan 13
One Christchurch family said they took four days to get home, starting with driving from Whangamatā to Wellington for a sailing that never happened.
Mon, Jan 12
High winds on Sunday caused "widespread disruption across our network", with Air NZ cancelling around 50 flights to and from the capital.
A two-vehicle crash at around 12.45pm today has resulted in multiple people injured, police said.
Sat, Jan 3
2025’s most read: Tired of being broke in Auckland the Tuckers packed up and became digital nomads, paying off their debts along the way. Next stop: home ownership in New Zealand.
Life
Fri, Jan 2
With a bit more intent, AI research can yield different and rewarding travel destinations, experts say.
December 22, 2025
Customs is ramping up border security with new tech, expanded eGate access, and a major crackdown on corrupt baggage handlers.
Crime and Justice
A few extra holiday calories won’t undo your long-term health – but side effects can put a damper on your trip.
December 20, 2025
The AA has urged motorists to prepare for conditions it says routinely catch New Zealanders out.
