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Weekend escapes, day trips and South Island travel ideas.
Jetstar's suspension of the Auckland-Sunshine Coast service from 24 October is still rippling through trans-Tasman travel planning.
By Newsroom NZ Travel Desk · Thu, 6 August 2026
Air New Zealand has confirmed its Boeing 777-300ER cabin upgrade programme alongside improved June operational performance.
Wed, 5 August 2026
The Tourism Export Council of New Zealand's 2026 conference runs on 5 and 6 August at Te Pae Christchurch, giving inbound operators a national meeting point.
Tue, 4 August 2026
Drury and Paerata stations opened to customers on Sunday 2 August, with new bus connections and 10-minute weekday peak trains.
Mon, 3 August 2026
Recent weather conditions have made it difficult to safely navigate Otago mountains near Treble Cone.
Sun, 2 August 2026
SafeTravel's United States destination advice sits at level 2 of 4, flagging terrorism, civil unrest, violent crime, entry scrutiny and domestic flight ID rules.
Thu, 30 July 2026
SafeTravel's Middle East security update warns New Zealanders about volatile conditions and possible travel disruption.
Wed, 29 July 2026
Auckland transport updates this week include enforcement of the SH16 The Strand special vehicle lane.
Tue, 28 July 2026
Queenstown Airport is preparing for more than 785,000 winter passengers, with a July 18 peak of about 10,000 travellers in a single day.
Mon, 13 July 2026
Consumer NZ says many travellers do not know their rights when flights are delayed, cancelled or disrupted, and has launched a new flight complaints portal.
Sat, 4 July 2026
Tourism New Zealand is aiming for a record $253 million from international conference bids in the coming financial year, putting business events at the centre of a higher-value visitor strategy.
Thu, 2 July 2026
CEO Nikhil Ravishankar presented Air New Zealand's Te Pae Hou strategy reset to investors while confirming fresh Boeing 787 Dreamliner delivery delays.
Wed, 1 July 2026
Tourism New Zealand will chase 110 conference bids worth a record $253 million in the next financial year, focused on high-value business visitors.
Mon, 29 June 2026
Jetstar is suspending its Auckland-Sunshine Coast and Christchurch-Cairns services while adding a Christchurch-Sydney route, a mixed trans-Tasman winter signal for travellers.
Sun, 28 June 2026
Tourism New Zealand's Kiwi Link Japan and Korea 2026 trade event gives operators a focused chance to convert rebuilding Asian travel demand into itineraries and bookings.
Thu, 25 June 2026
The alliance adds 72,000 seats from late October, with three weekly Singapore-Christchurch services and an A380 boost into Auckland during peak season.
Wed, 24 June 2026
Auckland Airport's May update shows 746,000 international passengers with Middle East routes down sharply, while Queenstown grows and domestic regional flying softens.
Mon, 22 June 2026
Group G sends New Zealand supporters from Los Angeles to Vancouver, turning the World Cup into an itinerary as much as a sports calendar.
Tue, 16 June 2026
Air New Zealand has cancelled four return flights to Samoa as jet-fuel volatility prompts airlines to call for clearer government allocation planning.
Tue, 9 June 2026
Air Chathams' suspension of Kāpiti services has been called a major blow for the district, raising fresh questions about how regional air links are sustained.
Mon, 8 June 2026
Temperatures across the South Island have dropped sharply as June approaches, with the mountains accumulating their earliest snowfall in three years. For the tourism industry, it could not come soon enough.
Sat, 30 May 2026
Singapore Airlines and Air New Zealand are expanding their joint network, a move that could strengthen international connections for Kiwi travellers heading into Asia, Europe and beyond.
Thu, 28 May 2026
Air New Zealand has defended its new Christchurch-Perth route while regional communities continue to question flight reductions and rising travel costs.
Fri, 22 May 2026
A fatal crash involving Hong Kong tourists near Rakaia has renewed focus on visitor driving safety, South Island road conditions and how New Zealand communicates risk to international travellers.
Mon, 18 May 2026
Nelson's mayor has voiced disappointment over further Air New Zealand flight cuts, reflecting growing frustration in regional centres that depend on reliable air links for business, tourism and family travel.
Fri, 1 May 2026
A loose two-day plan combining food, gardens, the tram, the coast and a regional drive.
Tue, 27 January 2026
Three classic local escapes, each suited to a different kind of summer mood.
Mon, 12 January 2026
From Akaroa and Hanmer to Arthur's Pass, the region is built for short escapes.
Mon, 5 January 2026
