TravelNew Caledonia: The old and the beautifulThe Jurassic-like landscape and quirky flora and fauna of the island of New Caledonia captivates Liz Light.23 Jun 09:00 PM
TravelCook Islands: Touch of paradiseAitutaki casts its beautiful and restful spell over Carly Flynn, who discovers a destination better than any brochure could promote.23 Jun 06:00 PM
TravelNew Caledonia: Loyal to LifouListening to the gentle breeze in the palm trees and the lazy waves gently turning, time slows for Liz Light.23 Jun 03:00 AM
TravelHawaii: Where fire meets the seaAt one of the world's most active volcanoes, Paul Davies witnesses the work of Pele, the Hawaiian fire goddess up close.23 Jun 12:00 AM
TravelSnorkelling: Underwater magicWe asked Travel readers to send us tips for their favourite South Pacific snorkelling spots. Here are a few of your top recommendations.15 Jun 06:00 PM
TravelFive top Pacific Island escapesTo inspire us with ideas for a winter break, Rick Felderhof from Our World shares the five most popular Pacific escapes for Kiwis.14 Jun 02:00 AM
TravelPacific Islands: The best snorkelling spotsPatricia Greig looks at the best spots to get eyeball-to-eyeball with fish on your next visit to the islands of the South Pacific.09 Jun 06:00 PM
TravelCruising: Relaxation 101Tropical beaches, fine dining, cooking and dance lessons – Lynley Bilby finds her every whim is catered for on a Pacific island cruise.06 Jun 09:00 PM
TravelRoom check: Le Meridien Resort, NoumeaNicky Park stays at a beachside hotel near the New Caledonia capital.05 Jun 03:00 AM
TravelFive reasons to visit VanuatuGood food, waterfalls and gorgeous beaches are great reasons to visit Vanuatu, writes Megan Singleton.30 May 02:15 AM
TravelFlavours of foodie FijiThe tourist mecca's restaurants are fast becoming a culinary force with their focus on fresh, local ingredients and indigenous dishes, discovers Delaney Mes.23 May 05:00 PM
TravelHawaii: Transcend in the tropicsRachel Grunwell finds serenity, seals and Shiva on Oahu.20 May 05:00 PM
TravelHawaii: It's a beautiful rayThe west coast of Hawaii's Big Island is home to magnificent marlin, titanic tuna and merry mantas, writes Paul Davies.15 May 12:00 AM
TravelHawaii: Conquering the cliffs of Moloka'iA terrifying mule ride delivers Judy Bailey safely into Kalaupapa, a park with a dark past, now a place of saintly seclusion.12 May 05:00 PM
TravelNiue: Flock to the RockPolynesia's last unspoiled outpost is gearing up for a tourism influx, writes Paul Rush.11 May 11:00 PM
New ZealandMcCully leads Cooks visitForeign Minister Murray McCully has taken Shane Jones, David Shearer and Winston Peters with him for his trip to the Cook Islands, where he is holding talks.11 May 05:00 PM
TravelHawaii: Tee time in paradiseJames Henderson packs his clubs and hopes to beat his handicap on some of Hawaii's world-class golf courses.08 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandNFL player: 'I don't date Poly girls'"Just the thought of people dating the same culture, Polynesians dating other Polynesians. You never see it nowadays. It's always been kind of like ... a taboo."29 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelWhere cultures collideLiz Light checks out the delights of Noumea and finds plenty to catch the eye in the lush capital of French territory New Caledonia.29 Apr 12:00 AM
TravelSamoa: A real Treasure IslandPaul Rush samples the simple pleasures of Robert Louis Stevenson's Samoa.21 Apr 12:00 AM
TravelTonga: Cook got it rightAs the explorer noted, the islands of Tonga are truly the 'Friendly Isles'. Jane Jeffries is captivated on her visit.14 Apr 12:00 AM
TravelFiji: In the jet setTo the people of Beqa Island sharks are friends. Nicholas Jones tested that trust.12 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelRoom check: The Modern Honolulu, HawaiiPaul Davies stays at a full-service lifestyle hotel close to Waikiki Beach.10 Apr 03:00 AM
TravelFiji: The best of palm and reefGo local when it comes to food, Nicholas Jones discovers at a cooking school in Fiji.09 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelFiji: Precious string of secretsPaul Rush discovers the enigmatic beauty and brilliance of black pearls in the waters of Fiji.pacific07 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelTonga: In gentle giants' domainWhale watching in Tonga goes extreme when Jane Jeffries hops in with the cetaceans.06 Apr 10:00 PM
TravelNiue: Ballet in the bluePaul Rush meets creatures both noble and dangerous in waters of astonishing clarity.31 Mar 08:30 PM
New ZealandFijians back in ballot for residencyFijian nationals will be eligible to register for a residency ballot under the Pacific Access Category for the first time since the military coup in 2006.30 Mar 04:30 PM
TravelRarotonga: Return to a cool, blue worldKim Palsenbarg revisits a past hobby and is entranced to find the world beneath the waves as welcoming as ever.29 Mar 07:30 PM
