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Visiting the ‘most beautiful place on Earth’

East Auckland adventurer Charles Miller recounts his memorable trip to South America’s stunning Atacama Desert. “You have to visit San Pedro de Atacama,” said...

Sailors will find Cagliari conditions challenging

The announcement that the first preliminary regatta on the “Road to Naples 2027” for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup will be in Cagliari,...

New Pine Harbour-Waiheke Island ferry service trial

Travelling between Auckland’s mainland and Waiheke Island is set to become quicker this summer with the trial of SeaLink’s new ferry service, cutting the journey...

Top five road trip destinations for east Aucklanders this summer

East Auckland is perfectly positioned for quick, memorable road trips that blend nature, culture, and a change of pace. Whether you’re after beach time, fresh...

Surge in passport renewals forecast

Kiwis are being urged to check their passport expiry dates, with a major surge in renewal applications expected over the next two years. Minister of...

In the Amazon jungle, up the creek with a paddle

East Auckland adventurer Charles Miller writes about his trip with wife Sue to one of the world’s most famous travel destinations, the mighty Amazon rainforest. Sue and...

Pakuranga junior rugby flies New Zealand flag in Japan

By Andrew White The Under-13 Gladiators of Pakuranga United Rugby Club have returned home as heroes after an unforgettable rugby tour of Japan. With 25...

Hibiscus Coast: Auckland’s growing paradise by the sea

Stretching along Auckland’s northeastern edge, the Hibiscus Coast has long been known as a laid-back seaside haven, but in recent years, it’s transformed into...

The exotic ‘five Stans’ await intrepid local adventurers

East Auckland traveller Catherine Denning-Kemp explains why she’s keen to soon visit Central Asia with a small group of friends. Central Asia has for millennia...

Hibiscus Coast summer – where sun meets sea

As summer rolls in, there’s no better place to embrace the season than the stunning Hibiscus Coast. Known for its relaxed seaside charm, golden beaches,...

Serendipitous escape to Australia’s Phillip Island

By Clare McGillivray An expiring timeshare week turned into a happy accident when it sent us to Phillip Island, off the coast of the...

Fun for the family in captivating Cabo

By Times’ Junior Journalist Charlie Peterson If you missed the first three parts of my United States travel series, this is the trip we...

Road-tripping with family to Cambridge and Rotorua

By Times’ Junior Journalist Alina Jiang During a weekend of the school holidays, my family and I went on a road trip from Auckland...

Meeting Darth Vader at Disneyland

By Times’ Junior Journalist Charlie Peterson If you missed the first two parts of my United States travel series, this is the trip we...

Vacation without leaving Auckland at the Cordis

Did you know it’s possible to feel as though you’re on an international holiday without the hassle of heading to the airport, finding a...
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