As mining makes a political comeback Catherine Masters finds strong local opposition to the prospect of a Northland gold rush

New Zealand won’t win eight golds in London, but it doesn’t stop anybody dreaming of stepping on top of the dais.

Ten things to see in Shanghai, one of the world's most vibrant cities.

Of all Voyager of the Sea's activities, relaxing wins, says Linda Herrick.

Bali is one of the world's most famous surfing spots. Bevan Hurley finds out why, starting at Kuta Beach.

Jill Worrall encounters Bhutan's affable young king and queen.

This striking display of 'Supertrees' is part of a new development by the Singapore National Parks Board.

Archery is the national sport in Bhutan and it's practised obsessively in every corner of the tiny Himalayan kingdom.

Jill Worrall heads to an archery display in Bhutan's isolated Probjika Valley.

Senses are assaulted at every turn on a tour of India's Golden Triangle, writes Catherine Masters.

You'll find all sorts of creatures at this market, writes Nicholas Jones.

No one can resist the spell of the magnificent Taj Mahal, writes Catherine Masters.

A ghoulish museum in the heart of Singapore creeps Graham Reid out.