Bali bookings are up 32 percent in the past year. Photo: AFP / Nurphoto / Garry Lotulung
Queensland, Fiji, London, the Cook Islands and Sydney are the top destinations Kiwis are travelling to for their holidays, House of Travel says.
The travel agency said they also noticed a shift in New Zealanders' travel itineraries, with Hanoi, Tokyo and Bali gaining popularity.
"We have seen a massive 130 percent year-on-year increase in school holiday bookings to Hanoi," said House of Travel chief executive David Coombes.
"Bali bookings are up 32 percent year-on-year, with Tokyo rising 11 percent.
"This growth reflects a shift in Kiwi travel appetites, as families grow confident about exploring new destinations, where the New Zealand dollar has strong value on the ground."
Fiji remained a popular choice, the agency said, offering parents the chance to enjoy a well-earned 'flop and drop' vacation, while their little ones were kept entertained in the renowned kids' clubs.
"Nearly 230,000 Kiwis visited Fiji last year, accounting for around 25 percent of total arrivals," Coombes said. "Of those, over 50 percent had visited at least once before, and about a third returned for their third visit or more."
He said many New Zealanders felt Australia was like a home away from home, with both Queensland and Sydney proving popular destinations for the school holidays.
"Sydney is a city that gives visitors an energy boost. With a packed events calendar and an award-winning theatre line-up, it's a must-visit destination."
Meanwhile, Queensland offered family-friendly attractions, beautiful beaches and easy public transport options, the travel agency said.
