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America: Parks and recreation
Of course, one of our party rings the bell, which hangs above a boardwalk approaching the chapel.

The best sandwich in the world
Exploring Barcelona by bus today was a fantastic way to get a taste of the city.

Prince's Paisley Park to be a museum
Prince's Paisley Park estate is set to become a museum, as fans mourn the tragic loss of the legendary musician.

Prison Break star slams Vancouver
It seems Prison Break star Dominic Purcell really doesn't like Vancouver.

Where billionaires check in
A survey released this month by New World Wealth has revealed Las Vegas' luxurious Bellagio is the No.1 hotel choice for the world's wealthiest people

Inside Mariah's $17k Airbnb
Celebrities are just like us - they even use Airbnb to find holiday accommodation.

Is this the worst passenger ever?
A passenger on a Korean Air flight had to be tied up by the hands and feet after he allegedly injured a flight attendant who wouldn't serve him more beer.

A pilgrimage to Prince's past
Prince fans wanting to make a pilgrimage in honour of the Purple One will have to head for the otherwise little appreciated US city of Minneapolis.

Stratford-upon-Avon sets world's stage
I feel awe, and some emotion, as I stand in the dark beamed Tudor schoolroom where William Shakespeare was taught.

NZ Herald Focus 22nd April
Today on New Zealand herald Focus A major manhunt is underway after a ploice dog was shot in Porirua and we remember global pop superstar Prince, and the outpouring of grief around the world. And in sport Laura has footage of football team AC Milan trying their hand at a haka

Catalina Island: Where stars shine brightest
Santa Catalina Island off the coast of Southern California has long been a playground for the celebrity set.

The best Sydney beaches that aren't Bondi
Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach was ripped to shreds by an Aussie radio host this morning - here are some other beaches to visit instead.

The world's most scenic airports
Queenstown Airport has been recognised as one of the most scenic approaches in the world.

Egypt keen to lure back tourists
Egypt is confident of luring back millions of foreign visitors and putting a smile on their faces

The most overrated travel destinations
IS Stonehenge, Niagara Falls or Oktoberfest on your travel bucket list? You should probably give them the flick.

Valuable art from worthless junk in Haiti
"This is what I do: I work with the garbage of the world."

Touring a nuclear fallout zone
The former Soviet city of Pripyat, the site of the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster, has became an unlikely drawcard for international tourists

'Mating lizards' halt take-off
A pair of lizards mating on a runway caused a pilot to abort take-off earlier this week.

A tour guide's etiquette guide
The kind of tourist you are determines the kind of tour you get, but unfortunately, I have learned, sometimes good people are bad tourists.

The most useful t-shirt for tourists
This clever T-shirt is emblazoned with 40 icons that tourists can use to communicate when they don't know the local language in whatever country they're in.

Gems to discover on NSW's north coast
There are dozens of beautiful nooks and crannies on the north coast of New South Wales that aren't tainted with the dramas of Byron Bay.

Hot Deals: Transtasman thrills
Bure accommodation comes with daily breakfast and a F$200 food and beverage credit. Children eat for free. Book by April 29 for various dates.

Tiwi Islands: A journey into the Dreamtime
Why aren't there any boomerangs on the Tiwi Islands? Because they never came back, our guide Thaddeus deadpans.

Hey! Ho! Let's go to New York
You don't have to be a dedicated Ramones fan to be inspired by a new exhibition celebrating the quintessential New Yorkers.

Monks in Japan bring the temple to the people
At first glance, the cafe, which also serves alcohol, looks like any other except for an altar next to the countertop bar with a Buddha statue set against a gold backdrop.

Kenya: Focus on Africa
Patience and speed are key to photographing African wildlife, learns Sarah Marshall.

Travellers' worst flying experiences
With nearly 100,000 flights taking off every day, it's no surprise that almost every passenger has a horror story about a rude seatmate or frightening turbulence.

Celebrating London's punk rock history
London is marking 40 years since the summer punk was born with a series of events, gigs and exhibits.