Fiji: Just 15 steps to crystal waters
On her first trip to Fiji, Pebbles Hooper relaxes, learns to snorkel and savours friendly welcomes from charming people.
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Aitutaki: Where the wild things grow
A retired Swiss accountant found Aitutaki grew on him, writes Winston Aldworth.
Five things to do in Noumea
Immerse yourself in French culture for a slice of the price, says Megan Singleton.
Fiji: Say 'thanks' with a helping hand
Villagers and visitors on Fiji's outer islands share mutual benefits, writes Peter de Graaf.
New Caledonia: A French affair
French food and wine are the tops in Noumea, finds Sarah Lawrence.
New Caledonia: Hooked on yacht racing
Smiles, spinnakers and hangovers prevail in the world's friendliest yacht race, writes Ian Lloyd Neubauer.
Hawaii: Look and envy, but you may not touch
The home of a tobacco heiress reveals a little of how Hawaii's rich and famous live. Heather McCracken tours Shangri La.
Cook Islands: A family holiday in Rarotonga
Make the most of Rarotonga's thriving mini-town, which will steal your heart with daily snorkel cruises, cafes, markets, beachside resorts and superb local produce, writes Carly Flynn.
Tahiti: Palette of a magical island
Circling the colourful island of Tahiti, Paul Rush sees an impressionist painter's view everywhere.
Espiritu Santo: Wake up to the sleeping giant
Paul Rush follows a trail of bubbles to Champagne Beach on Vanuatu's largest island.
Cruising: Experience Hawaii the easy way
Joe Kafka and his wife embrace the ease of island hopping by boat.
Samoa: Blooming lovely at Teuila
Flower festival is a chance to sample more than sun and sand in Samoa, writes Robyn Yousef.
Rarotonga: A bit of a stretch
Paddleboard yoga brings out the best in Andrew Frampton (at least in his head).
Yasawa Islands: Walking in sunshine
Every visitor to these Fijian islands leaves with the memory of a warm welcome, writes Paul Rush.
Bar/fly: Honolulu
Honolulu's Bevy pours drinks like it means business, writes Heather McCracken.
Harawira challenged by former ally
Mana Party Leader Hone Harawira is facing a new challenge in his Te Tai Tokerau seat at this year's election, from his party's former Te Tai Tonga candidate Clinton Dearlove.
Vanuatu: Hand paint memories
Paul Rush tours Efate Island and meets the smiling face of the Pacific.
Key's Pacific visit an election entree
In Samoa this week, Prime Minister John Key indulged in a bit of harmless flattery of his counterpart, Prime Minister Tuilaepa.
Hard questions for Key in Niue
If John Key expected to be asked the soft questions when he bowled up for Question Time with school children in Niue yesterday, he was sorely disappointed.
Tahiti: Crepes, raw fish and ukuleles
Pamela Wade reckons Tahiti's waterfront 'roulottes' are the wheel deal for fine French fare and good times.
The N-bomb guinea pigs
The US nuclear test at Bikini Atoll in the Marshall Islands on March 1, 1954, was 1000 times larger than the bombs that obliterated Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Papua New Guinea: 'Dimdims' take a run ashore
The warm welcome at PNG's Kiriwina Island leaves cruise passenger Paul Rush smiling.
Fiji: Bula Bingo
Scott Kara finds Mana Island's sand, sun and snorkelling irresistibly relaxing.
Hawaii: Sampling under the sun
The food on Hawaii's island of Oahu sends Heather McCracken into raptures.
Andrew Alderson: Thank you, but no thank you
The New Zealand Rugby Union's refusal to play tests in the Pacific Islands remains a shame on the national game.
Cook Islands: My blue heaven
Winston Aldworth spends a few days enjoying beautiful Aitutaki - and wondering why Captain Bligh ever left...