New Zealand may have just had its lowest road toll in six decades, but our drivers are just as rude and reckless as ever, visitors say. The average car-bound Kiwi has been described as "impatient" and "not very courteous."

Buddy Mikaere imagines a Waitangi Day that will mean something special to all New Zealanders.

The PM has dismissed accusations of cronyism in the Govt's choice of appointments to boards and working groups.

It sounded like a cool marketing move by BMW: paying to have the name of its Mini Cooper Roadster associated with the cold snap engulfing Europe.

Connected by a scene-stealing Swiss rail journey and close enough to be combined in a week's skiing, these resorts offer an embarrassment of activities and diversions.

Versailles may be excessive but it's also wonderfully spectacular, writes Jim Eagles.

Two of the Swiss resorts that invented winter sporting pastimes are still the best, writes Leslie Woit.

This mountain range in northern Italy, with its jagged peaks, beautiful alpine lakes and isolated villages, is a great place to explore both on foot and by car.

Exploring Italy's peaks produces a culinary surprise for Heather Whelan.

The author of the hugely-popular 1,000 Places To See Before You Die reveals her absolute favourite travel destinations.

Unwanted hotel rooms needlessly reserved by Olympic organisers will be a key factor in a tourism slump.

European economic commissioner Olli Rehn yesterday said he expected Greece to agree on a deal with private creditors to write-down its debt this weekend.

Located just north of Norreport Station, amid residential housing, cafes, bakeries and boutiques, this Danish hotel is infused with local flavour.

Johnny Depp's long-term partner Vanessa Paradis slams reports suggesting that her relationship with the actor is on the rocks.

Copenhagen's Ibsens Hotel is located just north of Norreport Station, amid residential housing, cafes, bakeries and boutiques.

Johnny Depp's long-term partner, singer and actress Vanessa Paradis, plays it coy over reports their relationship is on the rocks.

This tiny, historic wine-making settlement alongside the Mosel River in Germany is famous for its high-quality Riesling, which is made from grapes that grow on dizzyingly steep slopes, and its legendary sassy black cat.

A holiday in Andalucia promises an abundance of treats for your tastebuds - from fried anchovies to the finest jamon iberico.