TravelDon't miss: Knysna Oyster FestivalThe seaside town of Knysna is famous for its oysters and during the annual <a href="http://www.oysterfestival.co.za" target="_blank">Oyster Festival</a> thousands of people participate in celebrations dedicated to the delicacy.25 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionJim Eagles: An ancient experience... in OzMelbourne's Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs exhibition brings ancient Egypt closer to home.18 Apr 09:30 PM
TravelDon't miss: Captain Cook 1770 FestivalThe peaceful Town of 1770 bursts into life every May for the Captain Cook 1770 Festival.18 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelWhat I Pack: Rob BermanThe general manager of online DVD rental service Fatso shares his travel tips.18 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelTravel gadget: Lowepro Passport SlingOne of the downsides of getting a good digital SLR camera is the associated paraphernalia.18 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelTravel book: <i>1000 Great Places to Travel with Kids in Australia</i>It's not always easy to travel with children (or grandchildren) because their needs and interests are rather different.11 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelDon't miss: National Heritage WeekIreland's National Heritage Council protects and enhances the nation's built, natural and cultural heritage, so the activities on offer during National Heritage Week are incredibly diverse.11 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelAsk Lonely Planet: Stay safe when scooting in VietnamAdvice on scooter tour companies in Vietnam and city-hopping along the Danube.08 Apr 10:00 PM
Official Cash RateCredit card fee shock for Kiwis buying overseasTravellers and online customers are likely to end up paying more for their purchases if they opt to pay in NZ dollars.07 Apr 11:35 PM
TravelNZ v Wales: In search of the best sand and surfRating Tutukaka and the Welsh Pembrokeshire coast second-equal in a ranking of the world's finest coasts is a cop-out, says Anna Tuson.07 Apr 12:00 AM
AirlinesAir NZ checking fleet for cracksAir NZ says it is checking its fleet of Boeing 737-300s following the explosive decompression of a Southwest Airlines plane in the US last weekend.06 Apr 02:08 AM
OpinionBudget bed hunting fine sport in the USAFinding a cheap place to stay was part if the fun, says Rhys Davies.05 Apr 12:00 AM
OpinionJim Eagles: A culinary tour of the PacificI've always felt that food was one of the great reasons to travel. But you'd have to say that until relatively recently it wasn't top of the list of reasons for visiting the South Pacific.04 Apr 09:30 PM
TravelDon't miss: Cornish FestivalSouth Australia's Copper Coast was once home to thousands of Cornish miners and this heritage is remembered during Kernewek Lowender.04 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelTravel gadget: Samsung Galaxy SI am not usually enamoured by technology but I did feel my heart go a-flutter on several occasions, when holding the sexy Samsung Galaxy S.04 Apr 02:00 PM
Opinion<i>Jim Eagles</i>: Time to take a look at the rule bookAt Auckland International Airport I watched sympathetically as my young daughter wrestled with the dilemma of how to meet the needs of three young children within the limits of the aviation security rules.28 Mar 08:30 PM
EntertainmentDon't miss: Rainforest World Music FestivalIndia, Iran, Canada and Kenya are just some of the countries represented at the Rainforest World Music Festival, which takes place in the heart of the lush Borneo jungle.28 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelCathay Pacific Travel Media Awards winnersNames familiar to readers of Herald's <i>Travel</i> magazine featured prominently in this year's Cathay Pacific Travel Media Awards.28 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelAsk Lonely Planet: Festival fun for all on Italy jauntAdvice on spending three weeks in Italy and international duty-free restrictions.25 Mar 04:30 PM
Opinion<i>Jim Eagles</i>: Sky high call costs limit useIf you've flown Air New Zealand and found yourself on the new Airbus A320, you'll have had the chance to use your mobile at 5000m, or to listen to your neighbour doing important business by phone.21 Mar 08:30 PM
TravelTravel book: <i>Oh Mexico!</i>Mexico City is notorious for its kidnappings, muggings and other criminal activities so why would a young Australian author choose to live there? 21 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentDon't miss: Holland FestivalEstablished in 1947, the Holland Festival is a trendsetting international performing arts festival.21 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJim Eagles: Holiday escapism goes furtherThe shadow of earthquake and recession may still be hanging darkly over the land but that seems only to have spurred Kiwis to fly further and to more exotic locations when they go on holiday.14 Mar 08:30 PM
TravelTravel gadget: DesignGo Belt BankI really don't like wearing moneybelts. Yes, I know there are some very skilful pickpockets out there, but the money belts I've tried always feel uncomfortable and are often embarrassing to make a withdrawal from.14 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelDon't miss: Noumea CarnivalCarnaval de Noumea - the Noumea Carnival - is a major festival held in the New Caledonian capital every April.14 Mar 04:00 PM
