Explore how Thailand thermal towns wellness tourism gives Australasian travellers new holiday choices in 2026.

Discover Bangkok Auckland flight travel updates as Thai Airways unveils direct flights ahead of schedule.

Thailand and New Zealand are opening a significant new tourism chapter as Thai Airways prepares to return to Auckland. The planned connection, backed by a new Strategic Partnership, could restore direct Bangkok access, strengthen cultural exchanges and create valuable opportunities for travellers, airports, hotels and tourism businesses in both countries.

Abercrombie & Kent unveils a 28-day private jet tour visiting seven continents, starting in the United States, driving global tourism revenue.

Explore New Zealand with Malaysia Airlines. Benefit from a two-year partnership between Malaysia Airlines and Tourism New Zealand for enhanced travel experiences.

A brilliant fireball meteor lights up New Zealand’s North Island, inspiring stargazers and boosting astro-tourism as scientists investigate a possible meteorite landing.

New Zealand’s visa-free transit trial for eligible Chinese travellers from Australia fuels strong visitor growth, boosting regional tourism and Trans-Tasman travel.

Air New Zealand unveils redesigned Boeing 777-300ER cabins with private Business Premier suites, upgraded Economy seating, and enhanced inflight experience

Explore how surging international arrivals across New Zealand are impacting the hospitality sector by mid-2026. Discover why hoteliers from Auckland to Christchurch are looking past headline numbers to focus on true regional travel spend and room yield.

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Air New Zealand will begin refitting its Boeing 777-300ER fleet in March 2027 with private-door Business Premier suites, new Economy seats and upgraded entertainment technology. The first refurbished aircraft is scheduled to return to service in May 2027. Air New …

New Zealand teams up with Australia, Singapore, Fiji, and Japan as Air New Zealand’s early departure sparks debate over missed connections and passenger rights

Japan joins Australia, Denmark, Switzerland, and Canada as the 2026 Global Liveability Index highlights the world’s best cities for living and relocation

IHG Hotels & Resorts renews its Rugby Australia partnership through 2028, enhancing sports tourism, fan travel experiences, hotel stays, and loyalty rewards

Swan Hellenic expands its 2027 Asia-Pacific cruise season with new voyages across New Zealand, Vanuatu, Indonesia, Japan and the Philippines