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Kiwi businessman dodges missiles in ‘surreal’ return to Ukraine
From the dentist to the air raid shelter, "you never know what's going to kill you".

‘Stay Away’: This European city is set to raise tourist taxes in 2024 to deter visitors
The city has previously asked keen travellers to 'stay away'.

Inside the Norwegian Viva: Discover what's new on the high seas
How does a go-kart track atop the Mediterranean sound?

I finally completed a life-long travel dream. Here's what made it unforgettable
From Athens to Venice: The cruise itinerary serves Aegean delights like never before.

'Apocalyptic' scenes as bus crashes near Venice, killing 21
Local media reports say the bus fell a few metres close to railway tracks.

The Rhine by river cruise: Romance, ruins, and really good views
Journey down the Rhine, from fairytale landscapes to Unesco World Heritage sites.

Why the EU has blocked the sale of this travel website
Europe has locked out an overseas buyer from the purchase of a flight booking platform.

The best train journeys in France: Scenic routes from countryside to coastline
Switch gears in France, where rail adventures meet timeless scenic beauty.

This is how you swerve the crowds in Venice
Follow the locals, including writer Anne Hadley, an Italian resident for almost 40 years.

Discover the birthplace of the Olympics on a luxury cruise
Docked near Olympia, Holland America's Oosterdam offers time-travelling experiences.

Spot the Kiwi in the South France: Locals say it's a dead giveaway
Live like a local in Provence, but first, you must look like one.

Opinion: Fifteen years after Lehman, we still need to fix financial supervision
FT: It must be made easier for regulators to act intelligently and independently.

European tourist city becomes first in the world to charge day-trippers
The decision comes after the site was said to be 'in danger'.

In Scotland, it's out with the old and in with the new
The New York Times: Gaelic culture has been rejiggered in a fresh and exciting way

Your ultimate guide to riding the rails in scenic Switzerland
The ultimate guide to seeing Switzerland by train.

Greek island's best-kept secret: The cultural treasures of Apeiranthos village
This jewel in the crown is off the tourist radar... for now.

Beyond the pitch: What the All Blacks should see and do in France
A comprehensive guide to scoring the best day out in France.

480,000 TGV tickets and $17 beers: France’s Rugby World Cup in numbers
9 host cities, 48 games and 600,000 rugby fans. It's number crunch time for RWC 2023.

How to experience aperitivo like a true Milanese
New York Times: In Milan, giving the Aperitivo a new twist.

Death toll from fierce storms and flooding in Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria rises
Rescue teams have recovered the bodies of seven more people.

Proto-zombie apocalypse: Grim find in 17th-century graveyard
NY Times: Archaeologists have discovered the first physical evidence of a child 'vampire'.

France’s 20 most beautiful villages ranked for the RWC
A breath of French air, the best villages showcasing the heart and soul of France.

Apple and Microsoft in fight over iMessage and Bing ‘gatekeeper’ label
FT: EU aims to curb Big Tech as it lists services to be regulated under digital act.

Economists grow gloomier on 2024 as central banks delay rate cuts
FINANCIAL TIMES: Stronger US economy and stickier inflation trigger downgrades for 2024.

Step aside Fiji, this spot is now the most-booked destination for 2023
Bookings to this destination have increased 20 per cent in the last year.

Izzy and Beaver tackle France, this time without the All Blacks jersey
The former All Blacks share their travel photos and all the mischief of touring France.

Europe off the eaten path: Six underrated food destinations
Tired of typical tourist bites? Explore culinary gems from Vilnius to Vienna.

Have you really been to Portugal if you haven't tried out these local dishes?
If there's something to dive into in Portugal, it's their local cuisine.