My literary ancestor was a remarkable man, writes Ewan McDonald, after a pint or two.

NZ places where earthquakes or volcanic activity have changed the landscape forever.

Linda Lombardi savours oodles of noodles at museums devoted to Japanese obsession.

Jacinda Ardern gets a security wake up aboard NZ501 from Auckland to Christchurch.

We've all heard of the mile-high club, but it turns out another exclusive hook-up scene has been operating in the skies without our knowledge.

Tourists have been forced to busk and beg for money on the streets of India after 'demonetisation' of high-value currency left them 'virtually penniless'.

Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary has revealed his desire for the carrier to offer free tickets, but he needs the airports' help to achieve it.

Megan Singleton is hosting a tour of the American South in March

Our online guru Eli Orzessek tosses up when it's right to recline or decline.

Venturing out of your comfort zone provides an experience that is yours alone, writes Tommy Walker.

Ellie Hutchinson flies Air New Zealand's NZ765 from Norfolk Island to Brisbane.

Fiona Fraser and her husband, Fat Freddy's Drop saxophonist Scott Towers, newly minted Hawke's Bay residents sample the offerings at Cape Kidnappers.

No matter how fancy our in-flight meals are, food always tastes bad at 34,000 feet. And for that you can blame aircraft design, safety and science

In our Macpac giveaway, Travel readers reveal their hints for short breaks.

Our online guru Eli Orzessek shares some cool tips on travelling to Norway. Plus we have reader feedback on gaining electronic travel visas for India.

My favourite thing about travel is its potential to surprise ...

The A Place in the Sun host shares her travel memories.

In an historic New South Wales brewery, James Lane has his thirst quenched.

Elisabeth Easther finds country village living at its best in this Wairarapa town.

Stephanie Holmes flies JQ295 to one of New Zealand's most stunningly-situated airports.

Virgin Galactic has teamed up with US-based Boom Technology to develop the jet, which will be 10 per cent faster than the now defunct Concorde.

Courtney Whitaker finds the secret door that unlocks a feast of clandestine cocktails in a Marseille speakeasy.

From exploring art deco Miami and driving a classic car through California to a wine hike in Oregon, Rhiannon Edwards looks at great ways to see the United States.

Be prepared for medical emergencies when on the road, writes Jane Jeffries.

Our online guru Eli Orzessek grapples with India's complicated visa process.

Performer Fez Fa'anana loved the Seychelles and is always on the look out for things to collect when visiting Europe's markets.

A pilot explains the sonic world of commercial flight in an attempt to reassure nervous flyers.

Ingrid Hipkiss had a fabulous time on a girls' trip to Koh Samui, with her colleague Amanda Gillies.

A short four-hour flight from Kolkata, India and I'm in Hong Kong.

Canadian-born, New Zealand-based country music star Tami Neilson gives her guide to the best of America's Music City.