Flight Centre Wants You to Take a Break — and Win* a Holiday

Ross Larsen, leader of Healthwise NZ, Flight Centre’s internal health and wellness division, said prioritising annual leave isn’t just good for morale—it’s essential for long-term wellbeing.

“Taking regular breaks can help lower stress levels and improve overall physical and mental health,” said Larsen. “We see time and time again how people return from holidays more energised, more creative and with greater clarity. Rest is productive—it allows you to show up better at work and in life.” 
 
Of those surveyed, Walker said nearly half planned to head overseas for a holiday, while others preferred to explore the hidden gems of our own backyard. 

“In terms of where people are going these school holidays, it seems families are trying to escape the kiwi winter with London at the top of the list, possibly because people are using London as a starting point and then venturing on to other European cities.

“Also ranking high is Australia, Fiji, Singapore, Bali and The Philippines, it seems regardless of whether they’re going near or far, kiwis are trying to chase the sun and warmth. 

These school holidays, Flight Centre are championing the importance of taking holidays by high-jacking people’s out of office email replies to advocate taking a break. Flight Centre are currently giving all Kiwis the chance to win a $10,000 holiday by adding a Flight Centre banner to their Out of Office email reply, taking a screenshot of it, and uploading it to Flight Centre’s website.

“This is our way of encouraging Kiwis to take the break they deserve. We know how important it is to rest, recharge and spend quality time with the people who matter most,” said Walker. 

“Your annual leave is there for a reason — it’s time to use it.”