Ask Lonely Planet: Bet on small sums to get by in Nepal
Advice on which currency to carry when in Nepal and garden tours in China.
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Lonely Planet: Christchurch again 'a valid destination'
Christchurch "is back on its feet as far as welcoming travellers" and is still worth a two or three day visit.
How to avoid being killed: A traveller's guide
A Middle East-based journalist has penned a book advising travellers how to keep themselves safe in dangerous places.
<i>Jim Eagles:</i> Tightening rules for campers a fine plan
Is the threat of a $200 instant fine going to deter the feckless minority of free campers?
Vintage pub's boutique claims grossly misleading, says guest
An old central Auckland pub has attracted visitors by advertising itself as a "boutique hotel".
Don't miss: Barossa Gourmet Weekend
Participating wineries will pair their finest wines with sensational food at this gourmet event.
Travel gadget: Kathmandu carabiner bottle
If you're fussy about your brew and prefer your own then you need not despair.
Tourists 'talk' their way around
Overseas visitors are ditching brochures and tuning into radio as their preferred travel guide to New Zealand.
Ask Lonely Planet: Keen cyclists set to climb ev'ry mountain
Advice on arranging an intrepid cycle tour from Tibet to Nepal and finding the best roaming deals from European telcos.
<i>Jim Eagles:</i> A cheap flight that was cheerful
I've just used one of the European budget airlines for the first time, and found it very good.
Don't miss: World Puppet Festival
Picturesque Charleville Mezieres will be filled will the magic of puppetry during this wonderful biennial festival.
Travel book: <i>The Discovery of France</i>
This is a fascinating eye-opener to the history of a country, which this book made me realise I knew very little about.
Ten of the best ... Sunday drives from Auckland
Hop in the car and explore the byways beyond our biggest city. Cate Foster goes wandering.
Ask Lonely Planet: Wander Paris streets to taste its many flavours
Advice on what to see in Paris and where to stay in France's Champagne region.
<i>Jim Eagles:</i> Keeping active while abroad
Whether you get fat and flabby while you're travelling rather depends what sort of trip you're on.
Don't miss: Wide Bay Australia International Airshow
The skies over Bundaberg are set to ignite with a massive aviation spectacular.
Travel gadget: DesignGo travel umbrella
An umbrella is a very useful thing to have on the road but even the compact folding types can be cumbersome to pack.
Ask Lonely Planet: South America busting with safari options
Advice on finding accommodation on Easter Island and rearranging travel plans around hotspots.
Ash cloud: Air NZ up, other airlines down
The Chilean volcano's ash cloud appears to be settled over the country today, and possibly tomorrow.
Fyfe: Air NZ's ash-damaged planes 'malicious rumours'
Rob Fyfe has hit back at "malicious rumours" out of Australia that Air NZ has grounded ash-damaged aircraft.
Frustration as stranded passengers seek information
Chilean Claudia Sandoval has been trying to get home from Auckland for one and a half weeks.
Ash update: No Qantas, Jetstar flights today
Jetstar and Qantas have cancelled all today's flights to, from and within New Zealand.
Travel book: <i>New Zealand Landscapes</i>
This book was honoured as the best pictorial book in this year's Cathay Pacific Travel Media Awards and it's easy to see why.
What I Pack: Marama Nicholas
The director of Clyne Model Management & Nova models and Talent shares his travel tips.
Don't miss: International Arts Carnival
This fabulous summer arts festival offers a creative, entertaining range of events.
Ask Lonely Planet: Alicante bueno base for family's Spanish adventure
Advice on travelling the world with children and infants.