New Zealand's secret waterfalls

Papakorito Falls near Lake Waikaremoana is a beautiful waterfall.

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NZ's slice of the Gold Coast video

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World's greatest walks

To get to Gobbins from Dublin is only about a three-hour drive.

The most spectacular walk in Europe makes a comeback after 60 years.

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The Shinlin nightmarkets has a number of bars and eateries around.

This is one of Asia's best kept secrets. You'll find delicious cheap eats, scenic landscapes and friendly locals.

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Hiking the Maroon Bells in Colorado with babe in tow.

Kiwi Madeleine Hawken owns an apartment in the famous US ski resort town.

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Queen Charlotte Track

The track offers many reasons to stop for a while.

This is Abel Tasman's quiet sister. It's not only beautiful: it's entirely do-able for anyone reasonably fit.

A wild night out in Mexico City

Where's the party? Mariachi bands can be hired to come along to a restaurant or bar.

On a night out in Mexico's capital, the tequila flows and blows are thrown.

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Highclere Castle is the main setting for the period drama Downton Abbey.

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Readers' travel photos video

This photograph was taken at Whitereia Park in Porirua

Do you have a holiday snap that you'd like to share with the world? Be in to win a Fujifilm camera!

Qtown's accidental attraction video

The view from the spot where the couple built Welch Kern.

A small cairn built to mark an engagement is attracting rave reviews from visitors.

Own a Thai island for a day video

Long-tail boats are an inexpensive way to explore Phang Nga Bay.

Thailand is home to more than 1400 islands, but finding one to yourself isn't easy.

Getting to top of Taranaki video

There's always a sense of awe that you have climbed that magnificent mountain.

It looks close enough to touch, but don't be fooled - it's every bit a 2518-metre alpine climb.

Kiwi quest on Stewart Island stuff nation video

A female Rakiura tokoeke kiwi roams a Stewart Island walking track.

Keen to spend time with his father-in-law, Aaron Cluka hatches a plan to head south.

What moving to NZ's like video

Claire Bisson moved to Auckland from Paris after falling for a Kiwi.

Migrants aren't surprised at the surge in interest in moving to NZ. But not all have had an easy time.

Bite into South Australia now

Discover the d'Arenberg cube,  a five storey wine centre and restaurant in the McLaren Vale wine region.

Great food and wine are just two of the wonders of South Australia.

    Kiwi Traveller

    New Zealand's secret waterfalls

    Chasing waterfalls is a fun pastime to enjoy with friends and family, and an innovative way to spend your holidays.

    8 min ago  Hawke's Bay and the East Cape are often overlooked by visitors due to their sheer remoteness.

    Expat tales: Living large in Aspen

    Kiwi Madeleine Hawken owns an apartment in the famous US ski resort town thanks to an affordable housing programme.

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    New Zealand's secret waterfalls

    Chasing waterfalls is a fun pastime to enjoy with friends and family, and an innovative way to spend your holidays.

    9 min ago  Hawke's Bay and the East Cape are often overlooked by visitors due to their sheer remoteness.

    Queen Charlotte Track, Marlborough Sounds

    This is Abel Tasman's quiet sister. It's not only beautiful: it's entirely do-able for anyone reasonably fit.

    Mount Maunganui has recently been voted New Zeland's most beautiful beach - but the entire 125km of Bay of Plenty coast ...

    NZ's slice of the Gold Coast video

    From discovering a slice of Bali, to staring down the crater of a bubbling volcano - here are ten of the best things to do in Bay of Plenty.

    Australia

    Bite into South Australia now

    Discover the d'Arenberg cube,  a five storey wine centre and restaurant in the McLaren Vale wine region.

    8 min ago  Great food and wine are just two of the wonders of South Australia.

    Perth to Sydney by luxury train

    The 29-carriage luxury rattler The Indian Pacific never sees the two namesake oceans that bookend our 4352-kilometre passage.

    Up to 380 convicts at a time were held on this glorified rock between 1821 and 1833.

    'Hell on Earth' to paradise video

    Convicts sent to Tasmania named it Hells Gates, but the Gordon River is very different now.

    pacific islands

    Fiji stunner: entry by seaplane only

    Kokomo resort sits on its own private island 45 minutes flying time south of Nadi.

    Built by an Aussie billionaire, the luxury Kokomo Private Island has only 26 villas and is 45 minutes by plane from Nadi.

    Samoa's $40 secret video

    Beachfront fales really are the hidden gems of Samoa - not a lot of people know about them.

    Potcake Place K9 Rescue is becoming a must-visit destination for holidaymakers and the Insta-crowd.

    Puppy island is real video

    A Caribbean island is literally going to the dogs.

    cruising

    Tourists upset at cruise 'rip-offs'

    Noordam cruise passenger says activities you can book through the company are too expensive compared to independent prices.

    Cruise ship tourists are offered NZ shore trips at up to three times the going rate.

    So the ship's left you behind video

    What happens when things go wrong, and do you get any compensation?

    Queen Elizabeth was launched in 2010.

    Queen Elizabeth: Elegant cruise video

    Cunard's ships keep things classic and classy – there are no gimmicks on board the Queen Elizabeth.

    south america

    I was a VIP at Rio Carnival video

    "Celebration is an art form, and parades, sports events and street parties exist to break down barriers."

    If only my teenage self could see me now, I thought.

    What to wear on Brazil's beaches video

    "Does my bum look big in this?" isn't a question a Brazilian would ever consider.

    Easter Island's Tapati festival

    How to become a wine-tasting master

    middle east

    Oman: Sweet smell of luxury video

    The Jabal Akhdar region is a hub for rose oil and rosewater production.

    Everything's coming up roses in Jabal Akhdar - a hub for rose oil and rosewater production.

    Saved by strangers in Jordan video

    Kiwi couple aren't sure they would have survived epic hike without those they met en route.

    The treasure that's impossible to steal video

    City that banned skyscrapers video

    europe

    Sick under the Tuscan sun stuff nation video

    At least the Farmacia has a sign.

    "Now, how do I pay you?" I ask. "With a kiss," the doctor says. Both cheeks it is.

    Ask an expert: Portugal

    As lovely as Lisbon and Porto are, it's great to get off the beaten track.

    From Goya to Gaudi video

    What’s your perfect European holiday destination?

    uk and ireland

    Gobbins Cliff Path: World's greatest walks

    To get to Gobbins from Dublin is only about a three-hour drive.

    The most spectacular walk in Europe makes a comeback after 60 years.

    5 UK TV settings to visit video

    From Game of Thrones to Downton Abbey, here's small-screen locations you can tour.

    On edge in Northern Ireland video

    Brexit: Kiwis' hopes and fears video

    usa

    Guide to LA celeb spotting video

    Singer Michael Buble is honoured with Star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame.

    When's the best time of year, where do the celebs hang out, and what not to do when you see one.

    Incredible new US landmark video

    The Vessel is the visual centrepiece of the NZ$36.5 billion Hudson Yards development in New York.

    I never thought I'd see a gator

    'Poppy power' swamps town video

    canada & alaska

    Cold comfort in Skagway

    On a good day Skagway pretty enough with its cosy harbour and spiky mountains.

    Skag and way sounds like a settlement so mean, so pinched, so borderline rank, you'd never want to go there.

    The hair-raising freezing contest video

    The wild images from Canada's International Hair Freezing Competition.

    World's tallest, fastest coaster video

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    asia

    10 things to do in Taiwan gallery

    The Shinlin nightmarkets has a number of bars and eateries around.

    This is one of Asia's best kept secrets. You'll find delicious cheap eats, scenic landscapes and friendly locals.

    Own a Thai island for a day video

    Thailand is home to more than 1400 islands, but finding one to yourself isn't easy.

    A couple pose for a photograph beneath a cherry blossom tree in Kameoka Yawaraginomichi Sakura Park.

    Cherry blossoms in Japan video

    The flowers that launched a thousand haiku are celebrated nationwide from late March. 

    luxury

    Oman: Sweet smell of luxury video

    The Jabal Akhdar region is a hub for rose oil and rosewater production.

    Everything's coming up roses in Jabal Akhdar - a hub for rose oil and rosewater production.

    Seven secrets of luxury cruising video

    This is a whole new luxury for cruising: we're talking unlimited massages and a $300,000 bed.

    Richard Branson's Aus retreat video

    Concorde: 'A fantastic era' video

    budget

    Fun in NZ for under $100 video

    Mountain carting has been running for three years at Cardrona.

    From monster scooters to New Zealand's highest parasail, you can have some serious fun for $100 or less.

    New Orleans on a budget video

    You don't need a thick wallet to experience the heart and soul of this US city.

    The truth behind a Club Med holiday video

    Samoa's $40 secret video

    beaches

    Own a Thai island for a day video

    Long-tail boats are an inexpensive way to explore Phang Nga Bay.

    Thailand is home to more than 1400 islands, but finding one to yourself isn't easy.

    NZ beaches v world's best gallery video

    This beach, in Seychelles, is consistently named one of the most beautiful in the world. But is it really better than Mt Maunganui.

    A corroding fishing boat, abandoned after its captain passed away, lists on a beach in Exuma Sound on Cat Island, Bahamas.

    Bahamas: 8 rookie mistakes video

    Here's a list of mistakes you should avoid while visiting one of the Caribbean's most popular destinations.

    food

    10 overdone restaurant trends video

    Just serve it on a plate.

    Put down the Mason jar, and step away from the degustation menu.

    Dramatic new restaurant opens video

    Europe's first underwater restaurant plunges five metres into the icy seas off Norway.

    We're a nation of ice cream lovers (and creators).

    Best ice creams in New Zealand video

    We've put together a word-of-mouth guide to the best ice cream, gelato and sorbet spots in NZ.

    adventure

    A wild night out in Mexico City

    Where's the party? Mariachi bands can be hired to come along to a restaurant or bar.

    On a night out in Mexico's capital, the tequila flows and blows are thrown.

    Epic trips for the time-poor video

    You can do life-changing things without spending years of your life figuring out how to make them happen.

    Worst places for solo travellers video

    Zambia: Safari's fresh frontier stuff nation video

    family

    Monster scooters are here video

    If you feel confident, there are ramps and jumps you can ride.

    Sorry Lime, something much more fun has arrived - but you won't find it in the city.

    Fine dining, with baby in tow video

    Eating one of the world's best cuts of beef in record time so we could get out without bothering too many people.

    UK family quoted $6m for holiday

    Exploring your DNA roots video

    news

    Tourists upset at cruise 'rip-offs'

    Noordam cruise passenger says activities you can book through the company are too expensive compared to independent prices.

    Cruise ship tourists are offered NZ shore trips at up to three times the going rate.

    Qtown's accidental attraction video

    A small cairn built to mark an engagement is attracting rave reviews from visitors.

    What moving to NZ's like video

    Boeing's fix for 737 Max video

    troubles

    Boeing 737 crash link confirmed

    This Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 Max 8 plane crashed on March 10 shortly after take-off from Addis Ababa.

    It's the 2nd crash in which the nose of the plane was forced down, over and over again.

    Clooney calls for hotel boycott video

    Actor urges fans and friends to stay away from hotels run by the Sultan of Brunei to protest the nation's anti-gay laws.

    Detained over anti-Brexit badge

    Passengers stranded as Wow closes video

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    Great food and wine are just two of the wonders of South Australia.

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