Rather than contemplate the prospect of sleeping in my own bed for the next 15 years, I have made it my business to find out where in Godzone, and on Earth, the husband, the babe and I could enjoy a holiday together.

Leasing a car can prove a cost-effective option when holidaying in Europe.

What are the special experiences every New Zealander - or every visitor who comes here, for that matter - should have?

The scene of tropical holiday bliss is picture-perfect and, incredibly, it's real, writes Graham Reid.

The second-best thing to do when the icy winds howl from the south and the rain pours down is to turn up the heating, make yourself a pina colada and settle down to a book set in the tropics.

What would worldwide airport security have done if certain plastic bag manufacturers hadn't already invented the resealable bag?

For about four years, from when I was maybe 10, I carried a photograph of Innsbruck in my wallet.

Knowing a few words of the local language can definitely help you to avoid many problems during a trip to foreign parts.

I wish I could remember the name of the place so I could recommend it - but then again, maybe it's best I can't.

Increasing numbers of New Zealanders are walking across Europe on the medieval Way of St James, for instance, or travelling to India in search of ancient wisdom.

Asian countries like China, India and Vietnam were the growth destinations for New Zealand tourists last year.