Why we're opting for 'digital detox' holidays
Travellers are seeking out retro-style holidays, where connectivity is an afterthought
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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
Drummer Tom Broome will perform in a five-show run of Valerie at Q Theatre.
Chic on the slopes
Kiwi footwear designer Kathryn Wilson gives her top tips for staying stylish at the snow.
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.
Travel bugs: Restocking the mini bar
If you succumb to the Mini-Bar Devil, can you just replace the items the next day?
Room check: Bay Vista Waterfront Motel
Belinda Feek stays at the Bay Vista Waterfront Motel, Picton.
What you can — and can't — pinch from your hotel
Help yourself to the slippers, but it's probably bad karma to take the Bible.
Four ways to entertain the kids
Our travel writers offer some ideas to keep the whole family happy these school holidays.
Ask Away: Visiting Denali National Park
Eli Orzessek finds the answers to your travel questions.
My Holidays: Jennifer Ludlam
Jennifer Ludlam stars in Auckland Theatre Company's season of Filthy Business.
Why you should be skeptical of 'one room left' warnings
In the UK, hotel booking websites were told to cease the 'questionable' sales tactic.
Travel hits and misses: Reef Ireland
Reef Ireland plays Wolf West in Westside, returning to Three on Monday, July 9.
Revealed: Holiday destinations where vaping is banned
Five more destinations banned e-cigarettes with punishment ranging from fines to prison.
Why July 8 is a bad day to travel to the US
If you're travelling to the US this weekend, things could get a little crazy.
Travel bugs: Men who order for the table
A weekly ode to the joys of moaning about your holiday, by Tim Roxborogh.
He Tangata: Ryan O'Connell
Elisabeth Easther talks to Ryan O'Connell of Switched On Bikes New Zealand.
Flight check: Auckland to Melbourne
Alex Robertson flies aboard QF154 from Auckland to Melbourne.
Five winter spots for the kids
Sara Dajani looks at the best destinations for family holidays around the North Island.
Flight check: Blenheim to Wellington
Shandelle Battersby flies aboard NZ8736 from Blenheim to Wellington.
Asia: Mekong meander
Detlef Berg discovers history, natural wonders and a way of life on the Mekong River.
Pre-flight routines to get through longhaul
Herald Travel staff share some pre-flight routines that get us through longhaul travel.
Flight check: Singapore to Auckland
Amy-Lee Wickliffe flies from Singapore to Auckland with Singapore Airlines.
My Holidays: Monique Fiso
Drop me off in France with a million dollars to spend on eating, says Monique Fiso.
Ethical traveller: Should tourists visit Antarctica?
Our new fortnightly column will help you make the right choices as a traveller.
When is the best time to book flights?
Getting the best deal involves a certain amount of wizardry - and some insider knowledge.
Lounge Check: The SilverKris, Changi Airport
Winston Aldworth checks into the SilverKris Singapore Airlines lounge, at Changi Airport.
Lose yourself in Marrakech
Lose yourself in the colour and charm of this ancient city, writes Kate Haywood.