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There's a world out there - grab it
Travelling by yourself doesn't have to be a daunting prospect, writes Stephanie Holmes.
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Two words will get you upgraded in a hotel
A Kiwi and two Aussies have dished on what life behind the hotel front desk is like.
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Travel review: Ili Portable Translator
In a survey of 500 Kiwis, 71 per cent admitted making mistakes on holiday.
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My Holidays: Nic Watt
Nic Watt is one of the celebrity chefs cooking at SkyCity's Variety of Chefs dinner.
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Smarter ways to shoot from a smartphone
Michael Farr shares some advice on getting the best travel shots from your smartphone.
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Would you like skin-whitening lotion with that?
Travel bugs: a weekly ode to the joys of moaning about your holiday.
![My Holidays: Ant Sang](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
My Holidays: Ant Sang
Travelling from Auckland to the South Island by train was one of my best holidays.
![That don't impress me much: Overrated destinations around the world](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
That don't impress me much: Overrated destinations around the world
Sometimes tourist destinations just don't live up to your expectations.
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The world's best cities for cycling
The best way to see a city is from a bicycle, writes Paul Steely White.
![How much to tip an airport wheelchair-pusher](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
How much to tip an airport wheelchair-pusher
Eli Orzessek finds the answers to your travel questions.
![Three more ways to entertain the kids](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Three more ways to entertain the kids
Our writers give their tips for family-friendly fun these school holidays.
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Lounge check: Cathay Pacific's First and Business Class
Stephanie Holmes enjoys the food at Cathay Pacific's First and Business Class Lounge.
![Revealed: Strangest laws around the world](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Revealed: Strangest laws around the world
Cops around the world have revealed the strangest laws enforced in their countries.
![Why we're opting for 'digital detox' holidays](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Why we're opting for 'digital detox' holidays
Travellers are seeking out retro-style holidays, where connectivity is an afterthought
![Weirdest Macca's items around the world](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Weirdest Macca's items around the world
While the Golden Arches invoke familiarity, the menus overseas can be anything but.
![Travel hits and misses: Tom Broome](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Travel hits and misses: Tom Broome
Drummer Tom Broome will perform in a five-show run of Valerie at Q Theatre.
![Chic on the slopes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Chic on the slopes
Kiwi footwear designer Kathryn Wilson gives her top tips for staying stylish at the snow.
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Most expensive countries to be hospitalised in
You could pay 12 times more for a bed in a foreign hospital than a five star hotel.