Barefoot luxury in San Diego: The laid-back Californian city Kiwis will love
Spend the day wandering the La Jolla coastline. Photo / Gate 7 It is set along craggy cliffs…
China travel boom driven by TikTok trends and ‘Chinamaxxing’ craze
Key attractions include futuristic cities, traditional experiences, and iconic sites in Beijing and Shanghai. Photo / Unsplash “A…
Cologne travel guide: Best things to do, drink and see in the city
As we walk its streets, Alba points out an unusual street art – spray-painted bananas, an iconic motif…
Whitianga to Whangamatā: Ultimate Hauraki Coromandel wellness weekend
The Church Hahei. Photo / Hauraki Coromandel Inside the studio, it’s bach-chic, with warm timber floors and ceilings,…
Trentham Victoria: Tiny tourism town for cosy stays, nature and coveted cuisine
After the walk, my partner and I retreat to the warmth of Adeline, a wine bar and cafe…
England beyond the screen: Where film, fiction and everyday life blur
Some of the more old-fashioned sights in London give the city a period feel. Photo / Imogene Bedford…
Discover an affordable Great Barrier Reef escape near the Whitsundays
You’ll know you’re in Bowen when you catch sight of the massive mango at the visitors centre, 4km…
What It’s Like On Board Regent Seven Seas Cruises, The ‘World’s Most Luxurious Cruise Line’
A chic, luxe experience awaits those who sail onboard Regent Seven Seas, writes Alanah Eriksen. Forget what you…
Split Enz Auckland review: Art rock reckoning proves nostalgia isn’t just for nana and grandad
Split Enz was “electric” in Auckland on Saturday. Photo / Alyse Wright Hit after nostalgic hit, the Finn…
Vanuatu holidays: Why Port Vila is the South Pacific’s new adventure hub
Erakor Island Resort. Photo / David Kirkland It’s March 2026 and I’m sitting along the Port Vila waterfront…
Seeing the Northern Lights from Norway’s first Northern Lights train ride
I’m not entirely convinced as I settle into my seat. To stand a chance of seeing the aurora,…
Melanoma: Rotorua’s Elizabeth Pilaar writes book about son Michael’s death
Michael was diagnosed with melanoma at age 17 after his mother raised concerns about a mole on his…