TravelOtago: Jetboat spin offers unexpected thrillsA cold, wet end to a thrilling wilderness voyage is all part of the adventure, writes Elizabeth Binning.24 Aug 12:00 AM
TravelSwaziland: Speed dating for the KingSometimes - but not every year - Swaziland's king picks a new bride from among women taking part in the annual Reed Dance.23 Aug 01:00 AM
TravelAsk Lonely Planet: Off to see the wildebeest showAdvice on getting the best wildebeest migration safari experience in Africa. 22 Aug 05:30 PM
TravelAsk Lonely Planet: Mediterranean delights awaitAdvice on travelling between Italy and Greece and volunteering in the Philippines.18 Aug 12:00 AM
New ZealandNZ-made canoes complete Pacific voyageSix voyaging canoes from Pacific islands, including New Zealand, have completed their journey to San Francisco.08 Aug 06:45 AM
New ZealandKiwis' ridiculous requests of MFATIf you get into trouble overseas, don't expect the Government to send in a helicopter.30 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelQueenstown: Who needs snow when you have this?Kieran Nash visited Queenstown before last week's dumping of snow, and still found plenty to keep him thrilled and chilled.17 Jul 11:30 PM
TravelSpeed thrills in RotoruaSue Baxalle and family enjoy an adrenalin-packed weekend with a few hairy moments.15 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelUzbekistan: Kyzylkum Desert crossingNot all survive Central Asia's hostile Kyzylkum Desert, writes Jim Eagles.12 Jul 12:00 AM
TravelMt Maunganui: Up, up and away with boredomIt's never too early for your children to become social climbers, writes Alex Tully.30 Jun 12:00 AM
TravelIndonesia: Downhill cycling Bali-styleKirsten Warner's cycle trip in Bali takes in a volcano, the mysterious 'cat fox' and kopi luwak.19 Jun 05:30 PM
TravelBrown's Island: Rewarding watery adventureEfforts are rewarded on a group kayaking trip by gorgeous sights and a hearty lunch. Andy Kenworthy joins in.12 Jun 12:00 AM
TravelColorado: Secret super powderEven bad jokes and -25C gusts couldn't keep Kieran Nash off the slopes at Winter Park in Colorado.07 Jun 12:00 AM
TravelHong Kong to Hanoi: Two-faced family funAn action-packed trip to Hong Kong and Vietnam offers contrasting cultural lessons for mum, dad and the kids, write Grant Bradley and Estelle Sarney.01 Jun 12:00 AM
TravelWoodhill Forest: Go down to the woodsCate Foster gets on her bike and enjoys the trails of Woodhill Forest - and the refreshment waiting at the end of her journey.07 May 05:30 PM
TravelSpy me a river on a London tourSpeedboat ride recreates a famous James Bond chase scene, writes Rebecca Barry Hill.06 May 12:00 AM
TravelWanaka: Eye of the tiger, thrill of the flightJulie Symons and her fiancé take to the air in magnificent flying machines.04 May 05:30 PM
TravelWhanganui: Down the river to nowhereLiz French paddles beneath the Whanganui River's Bridge to Nowhere.03 May 05:30 PM
TravelCentral Plateau: It's (almost) all downhillHaving fallen into disuse once rail made life easier, the Central Plateau's Old Coach Rd is now being utilised by cyclists. Diana Clement got on her bike.22 Apr 05:30 PM
TravelAuckland: Family trip to outer spaceBudding astronauts love Auckland's Stardome, writes Alex Tully.21 Apr 05:30 PM
TravelGrappling-hooked in Mexico CityWho is that masked travel writer? Robin Esrock and he's down for the count.19 Apr 12:00 AM
TravelMarlborough: Grape escapeCycling through Marlborough is picturesque, says Maria Slade, especially when there's wine at the end of the road.18 Apr 12:00 AM
TravelWaikato: Lost worldLiz Light drops into a big black hole where trusting the ropes on the way down is one thing - and climbing back up is another.17 Apr 05:30 PM
LifestyleWeekend leisure: Conquering the slippery slopesOvercoming her fears was easier than Joelle Thomson imagined in her wildest downhill nightmares, thanks to a top Auckland ski instructor.16 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandAustralian tourist dies on NZ snorkelling tripSusan Larter ran into "difficulties" while on a supervised snorkelling expedition, say police.12 Apr 04:12 AM
LifestyleAussie scientists develop beer for space touristsWhen you've paid $200,000 for a seat on a galactic flight, the last thing you want is to be served a dud beer.07 Apr 10:14 PM
New ZealandTourist boat docked after passengers injuredMaritime New Zealand has launched an inquiry into the Fullers GreatSights Bay of Islands vessel Excitor III after several passengers were injured, including one woman who had to spend 12 weeks in a body brace.06 Apr 02:41 AM
TravelMurray River: Sporting chanceMore interested in play than pinot? The Murray River is still for you, writes Rob McFarland.04 Apr 12:00 AM
TravelAustralia: Sky's the limitThere's heaps to enjoy on the Melbourne to Sydney touring route, writes Rob McFarland.13 Mar 04:30 PM
TravelWhanganui: River of dreamsNovice canoeist Diana Clement satisfies a long-held ambition to paddle the mighty Whanganui River - and all in one easy weekend.11 Mar 04:30 PM
