Relaxation is what a Waiheke Island escape is for, writes Elisabeth Easther.

Cocktail smacks normal over the edge, writes Kelly Lynch.

Daniel Richardson flies Virgin Australia VA65 from Wellington to Brisbane.

Beyond museums, tourists are taking in political sights, writers Jane Jeffries.

The Step Dave actor shares his travel memories.

Yesterday afternoon, Schapelle Corby emerged from her near-decade-long stint as a guest of the Indonesian prison system.

Megan Singleton proposes five places to pop the question on Valentine's Day.

New Zealand is ranked second worldwide for hotels offering internet access, according to a survey.

Chris Reed takes Emirates' flight EK8408 from Kuala Lumpur to Melbourne, and Qantas' flight QF151 from Melbourne to Auckland.

Use these tricks and you'll cash in, says Megan Singleton.

The Sky Sport presenter shares his travel memories.

With so much innovation in the field, this year will see a plethora of new and exciting services enter the luxury travel industry.

Holiday-makers are being warned to make sure they have travel insurance before jet-setting to the Pacific after one insurance company says it paid out over $340,000 in medical evacuations alone.

Return from your holiday in one piece with these security tips, writes Craig Bidois.

From waterfalls, geysers and grizzly bears to wildflowers, beaches and canyons, America's national parks have something for everyone.

Travel editor Winston Aldworth explains why next time he does a campervan trip, he'll choose a van with no toilet and no shower.

Jamie Morton learns the definition of super-sizing in Munich's leafy beer gardens.

Winston Aldworth flies to Fiji aboard FJ410.

Freedom campers have once again been catching the eye - and the ire - of locals.

Dionne Christian contemplates Auckland's maritime heritage for the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta.

Aisling O'Sullivan flew Virgin Airways VA29 from Auckland to Dublin.

Winston Aldworth finds charm in a mapless atlas for fans of unusual art encounters.

If you're trying to justify a shopping holiday, you will be interested in this list from a survey conducted by hotels.com.

Sue Bryant looks at the best of the cruise industry's shore excursions for the year.

The Man v World host shares his travel memories.

It's a pretty common news story in the summer months: Young backpackers, a beautiful spot by the water, an unguarded vehicle and some local hoods.

While the summer holiday season is still going strong, there's nothing better than whiling away the hours with a good travel book. Linda Herrick reviews a selection of the latest.

Some holidays are hard work, but, as Danielle Wright finds out, that can be the point.

Grant Bradley flies Emirates EK413 from Auckland to Sydney.

Kiwis can expect cheaper flights and more choices as a result of a deal between Air NZ and Singapore Airlines, which is also expected to boost local tourism.