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Travel stories - Page 6

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Kiwis love SmartGates: record numbers this summer
Tue, 26th Jan 2016
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Record number of Kiwi travellers using SmartGates at Auckland Airport, with over 100,000 passengers in one week.
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New travel app to enable direct marketing to tourists
Mon, 30th Nov 2015
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Businesses will now be able to market directly to tourists in real time, thanks to a new app launching in New Zealand this week.
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University of Auckland joins ‘generation study abroad’ movement
Tue, 20th Oct 2015
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With a new partnership, the University of Auckland (UoA) has renewed its focus on providing students opportunities to study overseas.
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Skyscanner releases improved version of Flights app
Thu, 8th Oct 2015
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Online travel booking company Skyscanner has released a refreshed version of its app, which the company says will overhaul the user experience.
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NZ dollar edges up after Swiss National Bank imposes negative rates
Fri, 19th Dec 2014
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The New Zealand dollar edged up after the Swiss National Bank imposed negative deposit rates in a bid to keep a cap on the nation's currency, leavi.
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Serko takes off with mega corporate Aussie contract
Mon, 30th Jun 2014
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government
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Serko Online selected by Queensland Government for travel program, awarding two-year contract. Nails feature set for gov agencies.
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Can ICT be a force for positive change in the world?
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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Dimension Data’s 2013 Sustainability Report underscores how ICT solutions can drive environmental sustainability, reducing travel, energy, and waste.
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Kiwi resellers charity diary: Part 3
Wed, 7th Nov 2012
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travel
Jen Rutherford explains how entering the 2013 Great Adventure Race to Cure Kids extends more than just our physical abilities.
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Vodafone ends roaming bill
Mon, 5th Nov 2012
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Vodafone launches a revolutionary way of using data to give globe trotters certainty over their mobile bill while away.
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Android App of the Week - TripIt
Thu, 16th Aug 2012
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TripIt simplifies travel organisation, consolidating flights, tours, and bookings into one accessible app—no more searching emails or carrying documents.
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App of the Week: Air NZ mPass
Wed, 9th May 2012
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Air NZ's mPass app revolutionises travel, making check-ins a breeze for both domestic and international flights. Say goodbye to travel woes!.
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Telecom looks to remove roaming uncertainty
Thu, 8th Mar 2012
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Telecom introduces Data Smart Caps service to tackle the unpredictability of data roaming charges, following a $2000 bill incident.
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Walk on the wild side with new Lonely Planet app
Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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Lonely Planet's new app takes you on immersive audio tours of London, blending music, history, and unique experiences.
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The Inbetweeners Movie
Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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I first stumbled across The Inbetweeners when I was a jobless insomniac with no internet, forced to watch actual TV until I could fall asleep.
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Sandwiches from around the world
Tue, 1st Nov 2011
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National Geographic Traveler showcases 15 international sandwiches, from Finland's porilainen to England's iconic chip butty, in a mouth-watering blog post.
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Spice up your next vacation
Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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Unusual sleeps await: Discover the world's strangest hotels, from a mobile room atop Paris to coffins in Berlin. Adventure beyond the norm!.
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Edgy new voices for Tomtom
Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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TomTom introduces downloadable GPS voices including popular radio duo from New Zealand, Fletch and Vaughan. No pranks promised!.
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The gravity train
Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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British invention reimagines travel: Gravity Train could make global trips in just 42 minutes, using Earth's core as its engine.
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How to buy a GPS
Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Buying a GPS? Our guide with expert Hayden Jones covers the essentials from screen size to updates, ensuring you choose the right one.
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Stay secure online when travelling
Fri, 1st Oct 2010
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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Protect your devices while traveling: Update antivirus software, avoid public Wi-Fi, backup data, and secure physical belongings.