Three things we’re loving in travel this week . . .

1

Cruise ships will be able to enter New Zealand from July, after more than two years of closed maritime borders.

2

Emirates has announced its 484-seat A380 will return to New Zealand from December, with flights from Dubai to Christchurch.

3

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced New Zealand’s border will reopen to all tourists and visa holders on July 31.