Finding a cheap place to stay was part if the fun, says Rhys Davies.

Matakauri Lodge offers royal treatment in a laidback setting, writes Michele Hewitson.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel is making a grand comeback after temporarily closing in 2008.

Charlie Sheen is reportedly not welcome at a number of top New York hotels.

Justin Bieber fans dressed up as cleaners and entered his hotel room in Liverpool.

A Rugby World Cup agent for package trips says nobody has cancelled following the earthquake but overseas fans will need reassurance about Christchurch's infrastructure.

Following in a film star's footsteps is a good way to get to know the Peak District, writes Rebecca Barry.

Valentine's Day is a time for love, but Melbourne hotel workers say they are fed up with cleaning rooms covered in fruits, chocolates and other things.

Paul Henry and transport are among reasons overseas tourists don't like us.

Just 30 minutes west out of Auckland city and Alexia Santamaria was feeling like she'd left the stresses of the world well behind her.

Pack up the tent and the kids and head ... across town. We round up some unexpected campsites right here in Auckland.

This small Bay of Plenty settlement is a great destination for a long weekend away, finds Diana Clement.

Guest nights in short term commercial accommodation rose 2pc in November, as a big rise in domestic nights in Auckland more than overcame an overall fall in international nights.

A rogue exec working for a Chinese company part owned by the Millennium & Copthorne Hotels has escaped prosecution for unauthorised property sales which appear likely to leave the NZX-listed hotelier out of pocket.

Holiday-makers wanting a camping spot in the upper North Island are being urged to book a week ahead.

While you're slumming it this summer, others are living it up.

Over the next few weeks we'll be profiling some of the country's coolest, most unusual baches available for rent.

Record numbers of rooms are still available for people to book their summer break.