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Your Guide to Booking a Doha Stopover

Longhaul flights from New Zealand to Europe can feel like part of the holiday you simply have to endure. But savvy Kiwi travellers are increasingly choosing a different approach - a Doha stopover.

Your Guide to Booking a Dubai Stopover

Longhaul travel from New Zealand to Europe doesn’t have to be exhausting. In fact, there’s a simple travel hack more Kiwis are using - a Dubai stopover.

Your Guide to Booking a Tokyo Stopover

Longhaul travel from New Zealand to Europe can feel like a marathon. But there's an increasingly popular way to make the journey more comfortable, rewarding and memorable - a Tokyo stopover.

Singapore Stay: More Than a Stopover

For too long, Kiwis have flown over Singapore. With world‑class attractions, unbeatable food and vibrant neighbourhoods, it deserves far more than a quick connection.

Destination spotlight: France is full of little pleasures

Whether you’re chasing culture in the cities, bliss by the coast, or pure countryside calm, France will always have you saying encore, s’il vous plaît.

World Wanderers: Go round-the-world on your way to Europe

Why stop at one continent when your ticket can take you across three?

Pack more: The best airlines for big packers

Choosing the right airline can save you money, stress and even shopping space.

Business, Premium, Suites: What it’s really like flying up the front

Flying up front comes with big benefits beyond the seat.

The perks that turn flying into part of the holiday

A trip to Europe is always exciting, but the journey itself can be just as memorable.

Best stopover cities when flying from New Zealand to Europe

Why rush through your journey to Europe when you can add another adventure along the way?

Fastest flights from New Zealand to Europe, and why they’re worth it

The fastest routes to Europe can shave hours off your journey, meaning less time in transit and more time sipping espresso in Rome.

Cheap flights to Europe: Why the lowest fare isn’t always the smartest

Low fares often hide extra fees because budget tickets can exclude essentials like checked baggage, seat selection or meals.

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Guided holidays: What's your travel style?

Forget everything you thought you knew about guided holidays because tours have transformed. A revolution of sorts, modern touring offers something to suit everyone. With so many great reasons to choose a guided holiday, here are six we go nuts for.

Europe's most magical train rides

Whether you’re a slow travel convert or chasing that once-in-a-lifetime bucket list moment, these iconic rail journeys will make you fall in love with the journey itself.

Europe's tastiest treasures

10 dishes every hungry traveller should chase down on their European escape.

Living like a local

This is about heartbeats not highlights — getting your hands doughy in an Italian kitchen, hearing old village stories over a pint, or wandering a backstreet in Portugal that’s not even on Google Maps.

The roads best travelled in Europe

We believe Europe is best discovered along its tiny lanes and scenic coastal roads. House of Travel Johnsonville's Danny Hooper picks four of his favourite roadies.

Jewels of Southern Europe

From secret fjords to seaside feasts and sunken relics, discover the southern gems of Europe before the rest of the world catches on.

Up-and-Coming Corners of Europe

Beach lovers or history buffers? Early risers or night crawlers? No two travellers are the same. Except for the one question posed by all those who travel. So where to next?

Italy: Food, Glorious Food!

If you’re heading to Italy, come hungry. From silky carbonara in Rome to truffle-dusted risotto in the north, these are the bites worth booking your flights around.

Greece travel tips: What to know before you go

A holiday packed with sunshine, salt air and endless shades of blue.

Germany travel tips: What to know before you go

This is your definitive guide to holidaying in Germany.

Switzerland travel tips: What to know before you go

From stunning alpine landscapes and charming cities to world-famous chocolate and cheese, Switzerland offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness.

Spain travel tips: What to know before you go

From vibrant cities and stunning beaches to delicious cuisine and rich traditions, Spain has something for everyone!

Top 10 things to do in Rome

Rome is one of the world’s most captivating cities – where ancient ruins and timeless legends rub shoulders with the chic buzz of modern Europe. It’s a place that wears its history proudly, yet never stops reinventing itself.

France travel tips: What to know before you go

Whether you’re dreaming of exploring the vineyards of Bordeaux, wandering the streets of Paris, or relaxing on the French Riviera, this guide is the lowdown on all things French.

UK travel tips: What to know before you go

The UK is a wonderfully quirky place. Sure, they speak English – but step into a pub, shop or newsagent (basically their version of a dairy) and you might find yourself wondering if it’s a different language altogether.

Spend 48 Hours in London

Whether it's your first visit or your fifteenth, here's how to make the most of two unforgettable days in one of the world's most exciting cities.