After more than two years, New Zealand will reopen its borders to Australians starting April 12 and international tourists from visa-waiver countries from May 1. The move is part of efforts to accelerate economic recovery, according to a statement from Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. Arrivals from Australia will be able to enter without having to […]
Napier’s beach was illuminated last week by the glowing “aurora of the sea”: blooms of plankton that glow blue-green after nightfall. The elusive, beautiful phenomenon that sometimes sweeps into the coasts was witnessed by local “biohunter” enthusiasts who scour the shorelines for bioluminescence. The light is activated by movement: cresting waves begin to glow, splashes […]
Last month South Korea removed requirments for self isolation when arriving in the country. With the removal of the seven day stand-down period many Koreans who have avoided international travel are preparing to once again holiday, study and do business overseas. According to bookings at travel agency company HanaTour, the Americas and Europe and Southeast […]
An exclusive hotel on the banks of the Waikato River has landed a plaudit as one of the most romantic hotels in the world. Better known as a fishing lodge for the rich and famous, Huka Lodge near Taupō refuses to be type cast. The lodge features at number 6 in the 50 Most Romantic […]
Although the opening was delayed several times due to supply chain issues and the latest Covid-19 lockdown, Opuke Thermal Pools and Day Spa in Methven on New Zealand’s South Island was formally opened on Wednesday, November 24. The opening ceremony for the $15 million facility was attended by community leaders and Stuart Nash, Regional Economic […]
Whilst South Waikato might not be at the top of your holiday destination list this Summer, it most certainly should be considered. Situated on State Highway One, just south of Hamilton, South Waikato is at the heart of authentic kiwi adventures. Cyclists can take in the superb scenery along the Waikato River Trail, but if […]
Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island welcomed more than 200 foreign tourists to its shores on Saturday, 20 November. These are the first tourists to visit the country in nearly two years due to the Covid-19 border closure. Tested upon arrival, travellers who are fully vaccinated from South Korea and return negative results can travel to the […]
In an interview for Capa – Centre of Aviation, Air New Zealand chief operational integrity and safety officer David Morgan said Air New Zealand would have an electric aircraft in its fleet by 2030. He went on to say that the company would be carbon neutral by 2050. As Air New Zealand looks to replace […]
Tickets for this year’s The Kapiti Food Fair will soon be available. The Fair will be held at the Mazengarb Reserve on Saturday, December the 4th. With over 250 vendors on-site and live performances, the Fair is a major annual event for Kapiti. The Kapiti Food Fair was established in 2008 as a community event […]
Some people trying desperately to return to New Zealand feel like they’ve been missed out in the government’s latest border annoucements. The government plans to ease open the borders from early next year, and travellers will face different requirements based on their risk level. But there’s still no wiggle room in the iron-clad boarders for […]