It can be rewarding to take time out and pay respects, writes Jude Dobson.

While cruising the Baltic, David Smith experiences the best of the port visits.

Aegina has glorious beaches, great food, a touch of antiquity and friendly people.

Suzuki Series swamped with entries and a strong international flavour for Whanganui leg

Armistice pandemic swept through New Zealand and Pacific islands.

Eleven men in NZ armed forces were awarded in the Victoria Cross in WW I

New Zealand museum dedication among war remembrance events at Le Quesnoy.

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Josh Price finds Europe lives up to its history and its hype.

Judge has "no doubts" about genuine safety concerns if drug smuggler deported.

The English estate and title from 1066 is up for sale, along with some interesting powers.

The last flight carrying Club 18-30 holidaymakers takes off for Magaluf this weekend.

The island nation is an increasingly popular cruise stopover worthy of an extended stay.

This jagged little country Switzerland actually produces some top drops.

Auckland punches barmaid, assaults four others at UK pub after he was refused loo access.

Courtney Whitaker enjoys the Royal Monceau treatment.

Kiwi troops liberated medieval French town of Le Quesnoy a century ago.

NZ National Army Museum plans to bid for official photographer's war medals.

Marton couple find an historically significant newspaper in an inherited writing desk.

Fears for fertility and health problems after tiny particles found in the human gut.

French schoolboy allegedly forced way into classroom while teacher was marking.

Airline staff moved the victim of the attack rather than kicking the white man off flight.

This country could be wiped from world maps after a decision by its politicians.

The bid values Restaurant Brands at $1.18 billion.

Anthony Horowitz discovers an untouched time capsule in the Greek Islands.

A picture has emerged showing Ryanair cabin crew lying on an airport office floor.

A mass shooting in Crimea has left at least 17 students and more than 40 wounded.

Lorna Subritzky walks in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh in Arles and St Remy.

Company has plans to help electric bikers avoid running out of power in Auckland.

Famed physicist Stephen Hawking has spoken from beyond the grave to