The instant the lift doors close the unexpected happens. "Are you lonesome tonight, do you miss me tonight?" croons Elvis as I travel between reception and my eighth-floor room.

Eastern Turkey is a whole new journey. By Brett Atkinson.

With delicious yum cha, the buffet comes to you. Nicky Park picks her favourite Auckland spots.

School holidays are here again. Rachel Grunwell looks at fun-filled options to keep children busy.

Think beyond the traditional when building.

Snowmen in Brazil? Diana Clement checks it out.

The Block NZ 2012 winner Ben Crawford and his girlfriend Kylie are building their dream home. Share their proud moments and pitfalls every week. Read more here.

Head out and explore Auckland on foot, writes Joelle Thomson.

Ta'aloga Crichton has never expected acknowledgement for the years of work she has dedicated to others.

The centre of Hokkaido delivers family-friendly service and plenty of snow, finds Kelly Lynch.

The easiest job we've had so far in our construction journey has been choosing the builders who will bring our dream home to life for us.

Hardcore drinking and music await in Nashville, finds Leena Tailor.

For some women, age is no obstacle to looking good, finds Claire McCall.

Keep it simple with black and white.

Gather the family together and celebrate dad’s day with a special menu.