Destinations

Cruises from Auckland returns in 2027

Get ready, Kiwis – Carnival Cruise Line is sailing back to Aotearoa. Pack your sunnies and sail away!

Luxury Castle Stay in Ireland or the UK

Step into history with a stay at iconic castles like Dromoland, Ashford, and Clontarf in Ireland, or Inverlochy in Scotland and Bouvey in England. Perfect for romantic getaways, family vacations, or special events, these castles offer a blend of luxury, charm, and timeless elegance.

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.

4 Must-Do Bali Experiences

Bali like never before - Melukat Ceremony at Taman Beji Griya Waterfall, sound healing at Fiveelements Retreat, Saraswati Temple dances, and hands-on cooking at Raja Bali! All in on unforgettable journey!

The Magic That Lies Beyond Bali

Bali has a charm that captures every traveler, but the true magic begins when you go beyond its shores. Think blush-pink beaches, sunrise hikes, encounters with Komodo dragons, and indulgent escapes with TA’AKTANA- each offering a taste of paradise in its own unique way.

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 flights from New Zealand to Europe

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

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.

How to travel around Italy? 

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.

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.

5 epic Hong Kong experiences you’ll never forget

Unmissable Adventures & Insider Secrets for Your Ultimate Hong Kong Escape

Top 10 things to do in Hong Kong

Discover the essential sights, flavors, and experiences that make Hong Kong a world-class destination

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?

UK and Europe: Taking the scenic route

Find your sea legs or hang on to your land legs. Discover Europe by wheel, rail or sail.

Cruising in a Winter Wonderland

Sail through Europe’s storybook towns, where twinkling lights, mulled wine and magical markets make for the ultimate Christmas escape.

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.

Cruise: The HOT List

Here’s what’s making waves in the world of cruise holidays right now

Tropical North Queensland: 3 adventure experiences you can’t miss

Tropical North Queensland is where nature cranks the adrenaline to eleven.

Tasmania's top 5 experiences

Rich in stories, soul and staggering scenery, Tasmania is where history whispers from sandstone buildings and adventure calls from every windswept bay and mountain peak. This island may be small, but it’s brimming with pinch-me moments.

Small groups big adventures

Delve into rich cultures, histories and cuisine with a fully-coordinated guided tour. Professionally led and planned to perfection, you're in great hands.

Our favourite River Cruises

River cruising is for everyone! Whether you've done it before, or it's your first time. Here's a list of our favourite river cruises to inspire your next holiday.

Where to walk in Australia

Six spectacular spots for putting one foot in front of the other.

Asia adventures you may not have considered

Think you’ve experienced the best of Asia? Think again. Three seasoned House of Travel consultants explain why you should put these destinations on your list for 2025.

Hidden gems in Australia you didn't know about

We all love Aussie for a holiday...But do you find yourself returning to the same sports year-in, year-out?

On a Solo'ish adventure

Got an inner urge to get out and explore, but none of your travel buddies can make it happen? One big misconception is that you must be single if you’re travelling alone.

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.

12 days in Argentina - Our popular itinerary

House of Travel Calder and Lawson’s Loris Sowman offers up an ideal itinerary that samples the best of South America