Punting in paradise
WITH barefoot jockeys and free-flowing bubbly in the jungle Vanuatu’s Port Vila Cup is Melbourne Cup in the tropics.
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Fiji for the family
FIND out how to make the most of a family holiday on one of the best islands in the pacific with these top tips.
How cruising is getting cooler
GLOBAL foodie face, Curtis Stone add the Princess Cruises line to his growing edibles empire as cruise season kicks off in Australia
Instagram vs reality: Truth about Bora Bora
It’s a postcard-perfect image that appears on screensavers everywhere — but are those startlingly beautiful shots actually too good to be true?
Abandoned resort haunting island
With lush jungle, clear waters and white sandy beaches, this island seemed like the perfect place to build a luxury resort. Then, it all went horribly wrong.
Incredible footage of whale with surfers
Incredible footage shows the moment a massive and curious whale swims directly through a group of oblivious surfers.
Humpback whale’s unlikely comeback
IT was on the verge of extinction, but now we’re poised to uncover this majestic creature’s fascinating secrets as we start swimming with whales.
20 places that Kiwis keep secret from us
KIWI John Corbett breaks the code to reveal 20 secret places his countrymen would prefer us Aussies didn’t find out about.
Boeing predicts a new sky by 2035
BOEING predicts our skies will be among the world’s busiest by 2035 with the Asia Pacific aircraft fleet boosted by another 38,050 new planes.
THE most disaster-prone island
IT has been ravaged by cyclones, tsunamis, mudslides, mining tragedies, eruptions, quakes and now a pandemic. Why is this Pacific island so unlucky?
Tourists are ruining this paradise
THESE tourists are rolling in cash and now they’re inundating a small island haven. Find out why locals are so furious about it.
First photos of Earth’s newest island
THE first three visitors ever have stepped foot onto the world’s newest island capturing incredible photos, but some say it’s too dangerous to visit.
New Zealand’s top hotel is …
A hotel in Queenstown has been named New Zealand’s top hotel for the third year in a row in the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award.
Volcano creates new island
A VOLCANO has erupted for the first time in five years spewing huge rock and ash into the sea. And the world has a new island as a result.
What it’s like in the world’s least-visited country
IT HAD just 6000 visitors last year, making it the least-visited country on the planet. But are we all missing out on something amazing?
Places that prove Earth is a mystery
EARTH has some pretty cool natural phenomena. We may not know how they formed but they’re awesome to look at. Check these out.
Downfall of the world’s richest country
THE inhabitants of this tiny island used to be so wealthy, they used money as toilet paper. But today it’s a decaying wasteland in financial crisis.
New Zealand’s hidden holiday gems
THINK New Zealand is all about rugby, bungee jumping, and Sauv Blanc? Nuh-huh. New Zealand’s hidden gems are all-natural and we list the best.
The 10 most incredible New Zealand drives
FROM the Forgotten World Highway to a remarkable trip through Middle Earth, here are 10 incredible road trips in New Zealand you really shouldn’t miss.
‘This is what hell feels like’
A PAIR of travellers ventured into a 2000-year-old volcano that’s still active, and came out with this incredible footage. It’s a “glimpse of hell”.
Fiji’s garden playground
AWAY from the tourist haunts, Fiji’s hidden treasure, Taveuni, is a nature wonderland waiting to be discovered.
Kiwis stay away from us in droves
NEW Zealanders are opting to stay home and cook rather than try their luck across the ditch in Australia, new statistics confirm. But why?
Places that prove Earth is a mystery
EARTH has some pretty cool natural phenomena. We may not know how they formed but they’re awesome to look at. Check these out.
Is this the world’s most incredible cave?
NO, YOU’RE not dreaming. This surreal cave was discovered by a Maori tribesman in the 1800s. What lies inside is truly jawdropping.
Why I have the best job on Earth
THE life of a ski instructor is something most of us only ever dream about. So what’s it really like having your office on the slopes?
Why I have the best job on Earth
THE life of a ski instructor is something most of us only ever dream about. So what’s it really like having your office on the slopes?
Truth about mystery mile-high markings
EVER watched a plane fly overhead only to leave white markings in the sky? You’ve just spotted a “vortice”, a pilot explains.
How NOT to look dorky this winter
TRYING to pack for a snow getaway? These fashion gurus have got you sorted revealing the latest and hippest trends this winter.
How NOT to look dorky this winter
TRYING to pack for a snow getaway? These fashion gurus have got you sorted revealing the latest and hippest trends this winter.
Face off: the future of flying
COMFORTABLE, enjoyable, spacious … these are not words we would usually associate with flying. Take a look at the new designs set to revolutionise air travel forever.
8 incredible photos and how to take them
RICHARD Furhoff has a job many of us could only ever dream of. He travels the world taking gorgeous landscape pictures. Here, he shares with us his top tips.
8 incredible photos and how to take them
RICHARD Furhoff has a job many of us could only ever dream of. He travels the world taking gorgeous landscape pictures. Here, he shares with us his top tips.
New adventures in fantastical New Zealand
EXPLORE a fantastical land through wild, wet coastlines, mountain deserts, past crater lakes and volcanoes for your own Middle-earth adventure.
How to plan the ultimate winter road trip
WINTER is a particularly beautiful time to cruise along — think rugged snow-capped peaks, crystal blue lakes and sprawling fields – here’s how to get it right.
How to survive a New Zealand winter
IT’S all about your mindset and the right gear. The cold has nothing on you when you’re toasty and warm in your winter threads. Here’s what you need to pack on your winter NZ getaway.
How to survive a New Zealand winter
IT’S all about your mindset and the right gear. The cold has nothing on you when you’re toasty and warm in your winter threads. Here’s what you need to pack on your winter NZ getaway.
New Zealand’s best kept secret spots
THINK New Zealand is all about rugby, bungee jumping, and Sauv Blanc? Nuh-huh. New Zealand’s hidden gems are all-natural and we list the best.
Best winter escapes in Canterbury
WINTER usually equals one of two things for holiday makers. Some bolt to the tropics to sip cocktails pretending that winter is non-existent. Others don the right gear and tackle winter and its beauty head on.
Best winter escapes in Canterbury
WINTER usually equals one of two things for holiday makers. Some bolt to the tropics to sip cocktails pretending that winter is non-existent. Others don the right gear and tackle winter and its beauty head on.
21 great things about a winter in Canterbury
THERE’S something magical about New Zealand’s Canterbury region. The sprawling fields, the crystal blue lakes, the mountain air and the sheep. The sheep are cool.
21 great things about a winter in Canterbury
THERE’S something magical about New Zealand’s Canterbury region. The sprawling fields, the crystal blue lakes, the mountain air and the sheep. The sheep are cool.
The secret ancient island with a mysterious past
WHAT could possibly be haunting about a place this spectacular? You won’t believe the chilling legend behind this “sacred island”, which was established before 1000AD.
What’s so good about Queenstown?
WHAT looks like Europe, has world-renowned wineries and is only three hours away? Queenstown. If you haven’t been, here is why you should.
What it’s really like at the world’s happiest place
THE road sign says Tanoliu, but it should say "paradise". If you’ve got the back to work blues, this is where you’ll want to be. No wonder the locals are the happiest people in the world.
Rooster testicles seized at NZ border
A MAN who tried to bring 2kg of frozen rooster testicles into New Zealand from Vietnam has had to hand them over for destruction.
Get a business class experience in economy
THINK visiting the airport on an economy ticket equals a grin and bear it experience? Here are five ways to get a business class experience without the sky-high cost.
Fiji resort opens after $5.5m revamp
BEACHFRONT accommodation to reopen following refurbishment to repair cyclone damage.
From the catwalk to city walks
TRAVEL is a regular part of life for Auckland fashion designer Trelise Cooper who never stops looking and learning from her experiences.
Sunsets to remember in Fiji
SARAH NICHOLSON discovers some hidden gems that offer an insight into the Fijian archipelago’s culture and heritage.
Marooned with One Foot in the sand
WHEN you’re stranded on one of the most beautiful islands in the South Pacific Ocean, just relax, explore and enjoy the pristine surrounds.
New pool for Fiji Outrigger
OUTRIGGER on the Lagoon Fiji resort has a new adults-only pool and bistro, the Vahavu, to attract more couples.
Golden Girl’s career set for take-off
BETTY White’s TV career spans six decades, but now the Golden Girls star joins Air New Zealand as the star of the airline’s new inflight safety video.
New Cook Islands sailing tours
TRADITIONAL master navigator Tua Pittman is guiding three new Island Discoveries tours in the Cook Islands.
Learn to ski in Queenstown
THE slopes of Coronet Peak near Queenstown in New Zealand are a great place to learn to ski, writes Katherine Howell.
Aussies choosing New Zealand ski trips
EVERYTHING you need to know about skiing near Queenstown and Wanaka on the South Island of New Zealand.
City rocks – ina good way
TWO years after it was struck by an earthquake, Australian tourists are finally returning to Christchurch in large numbers.
New villa booking website for Asia
AN Australian entrepreneur has launched a new booking website for luxury villa rentals in Bali, Thailand, Sri Lanka and Fiji.
New Fiji beach club on Denarau
A CHIC new oceanfront beach club has opened on Denarau Island in Fiji – a sister property to Karma Beach Bali.
Travel challenge: New Zealand
HOP across the Tasman and visit our Kiwi neighbours. We’ve got a guided tour, rail adventure, and short stay in Wellington. Take your pick.
Funky new New Zealand hotel
AUCKLAND will welcome the Pacific’s first Sofitel So designer hotel in two years.
Fully sick: Surfer rides trashiest wave
Professional surf photographer Zak Noyle travelled 24 hours to capture a pristine Indonesian surf paradise. Instead what he found was rubbish.
Samoa resorts to new island project
A $60 million resort is being built on a man-made island in Samoa.
Tahiti new tourism hot spot
TAHITI is increasing in popularity for Australian travellers, with its national airline boosting flights to meet demand.
NZ’s first gay marriage on a plane
NEW Zealand’s national airline is planning to host the country’s first gay marriage, on board a plane, next month.
Hobbit fans boost New Zealand tourism
HOBBIT fans are helping New Zealand to a mini-tourism boom, as they flock to the island country in search of film locations.
Fine food and great family fun in Fiji
HERE’S our readers’ advice on the best places to eat and stay and what to do in this South Pacific wonderland.
Trump’s Fijian beauty flying high
PHILLIPA Steele – the first Fijian model to be signed to Donald Trump’s agency – hit Sydney for Fiji Airways.
Slide into a waterland of wonder
Angela Saurine discovers the Fiji island paradise where The Blue Lagoon sequel was filmed
Seven steps to find heaven on Maui
HAWAII’S ‘Valley Isle’ of Maui has a seemingly endless list of attractions and adventures, but Scott Podmore picks his seven essential steps in heaven.
Is Lego losing its smiles?
LEGO needs to lighten up and give its brick figures happier faces says an expert in facial expressions.
Water wonderland on Qamea Island in Fiji
FORGET the laid-back life, explore the clear waters at this Fijian resort, writes Angela Saurine.
Half a metre of snow dumps in New Zealand
NEW Zealand ski resorts are celebrating after two days of big snowfalls a fortnight before the ski season kicks off.
Submarine volcano an alien landscape
IT LOOKS like a giant smashed birthday cake, weirdly coloured and spewing steam and smoke. This is as close as you can get to walking on an alien planet.
Say aloha to adventure on Maui
STANDING on the balcony of my room at the Royal Lahaina Resort, overlooking the Pacific Ocean, my first impression of Maui was of holiday-makers splashing around in the aqua waters with two green sea turtles swimming alongside them.
In search of The Lost Canyon maggots
WATCH: We brave bats, eels and terrifying climbs in the dark, in search of rare New Zealand glow-in-the-dark maggots.
The cool capital of Wellington
ON the back of its Lonely Planet "cool city" accolade, the New Zealand destination has more impressive and funky joints to explore than ever before, writes Jess Leo.
Oh you haven’t heard of Guam?
BEAUTIFUL island paradise is just four hours from Australia. It’s like Hawaii, but without the jet lag. Here’s why you should go.
Spirit of Aloha in Hawaii
TAKE in Hawaii’s many historic and cultural experiences in tourist hub Waikiki and you will be surprised by what you find.
Fish swim past at the see side in Fiji
GUESTS at Likuliku Lagoon can see fish while they answer nature’s call with special underwater panels in the bathroom and living room of their accommodation.
Boat race festival in Samoa
DOING a boat race with members of the island race is a great way to get involved in traditional community life, writes Kari Gislason.
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