A report has revealed how highly Kiwis value spending holiday time in the sun.

As long as the sea's involved in some way, this singer-songwriter's in paradise.

The Germans have cracked on to a nice little scheme to get tourists to directly fund major infrastructure, and Winston Aldworth believes it could work here.

Ewan McDonald stays at the Malmaison, a former "house of negotiable affection" in Edinburgh.

Tristram Clayton flies JQ204 from New Zealand to Australia.

Even bloodthirsty Count Dracula likes a sundowner now and then, learns Kevin Pilley.

Your passport expiry date could ruin that holiday, says Megan Singleton.

Topless tourism is trending, but there are traps for the unwary traveller. We uncover a few possible pitfalls.

The good folk of Tuscany are offering lessons in manners to wealthy Russian tourists.

Bean-counters in the airline industry claim alcohol-fuelled misbehaviour is costing the global aviation business US$1 billion annually.

Zoe Walker checks into a 'Baby Grand' hotel in The Big Apple.

Drink in the gorgeous views on one of the many hikes, says Elisabeth Easther.

Peter Feeney and family fly on Jetstar JQ284 Dunedin to Auckland.

A well-watered traveller's bladder knows no boundaries.

Megan Singleton shares some tips to make long-haul flights more bearable.

Hit the road and take in some spectacular scenery on these American highways.

Collecting freebies from hotels and travel can become an unstoppable pleasure, writes Elisabeth Easther. But what do you do if you have too many?

From France's top restaurants to a dodgy burger in Bolivia, there are no bad holidays.

Elisabeth Easther explores an outdoor oasis nestled in North Canterbury.

In Brisbane on a Sunday? Take a dip and sip Pimms at a party up high in Fortitude Valley, writes Daniel Richardson.

Winston Aldworth flies EK413 from New Zealand to Australia.

Megan Singleton has some hints for getting the best photos with even the most basic gear.

Dietary restrictions can be difficult to keep to in far-flung corners of the world, writes Alex Robertson.

Mucking around with mates in Mexico and munching charred goat with Maasai warriors are fond memories.

The actress shares her travel memories.

Honeymoons are great fun - at least, the one I gatecrashed was.

Looking to go away for winter? Susan Edmunds asks the travel experts for their top tips to bag a bargain getaway.

Just think about all those hours you've wasted waiting at airports, says Simon Calder.

The 'H's: Hobbit holes, horses and heartfelt hospitality, writes Elisabeth Easther.

Travel Insurance Direct's safety specialist Phil Sylvester has a few tips for Kiwis travelling to Brazil for the soccer World Cup which kicked off last week.