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Gold has hit a record high this week but is it a good investment?
Foreign visits highlight how NZ is navigating some tricky global relationships
High-profile visits to the USA and India are testing the PM and Foreign Minister.
US reportedly mulls travel restrictions affecting 43 countries
Citizens from 11 countries, including Iran and Syria, face a complete travel ban.
‘Hates America, hates Trump’: US expels South African Ambassador
Marco Rubio accused Ebrahim Rasool of hating America and President Trump.
Convenient and comfortable: An affordable hotel in the heart of Seoul
If you’re visiting South Korea’s capital, this hotel is an ideal base.
Is this the year Laos breaks through?
New York Times: Laos, a place that feels stuck in time, is at the precipice of change.
Looking to get off the beaten track in Europe (for real)? This tiny region is the answer
Lose the crowds – this hidden gem redefines what it means to disconnect
‘Very significant figures’: Surge in US interest for NZ investor visas
Visa webpage visits soared from 8000 to 42,000 since February's announcement.
The rise of the influencer – and how NZ tourism operators are trying to cash in
Two of our four major cities have spent tens of thousands on social media influencers.
I visited a Balinese priest for spiritual counselling – the results surprised me
This isn’t your typical holiday resort activity.
No Hula-Hooping, no peeing in the ocean: 11 rules that might surprise travellers
There will be no building of sandcastles in Italy, thank you.
This tiny European country is the perfect place to avoid Europe's maddening crowds
A little-known holiday spot is nestled between Spanish Catalonia and southwest France.
Safari on your bucket list? Pick the right one.
New York Times: How to choose a safari operator that also nurtures nature.
It doesn’t have to be a dream – you too can frolic in your own French chateau
Europe holidays: Why choose a hotel when you can commandeer a hilltop castle?
Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary is a great excuse to explore the cosmopolitan city
Happy Birthday to one of Europe’s most charming cities.
Small ship sailing in Greece: My husband as the skipper and me as the crew
Nothing says “freedom” more than a DIY flotilla holiday.
‘Incredibly dangerous’ Cyclone Alfred changes course off Queensland coast
Residents warned of up to 700mm rain; flash flooding expected in coastal areas.
The ultimate non-touristy activity in Italy
'It feels like we’re the only international tourists in town.'
More big spenders, fewer cheap travellers tourism 2024 reveals
Tourism generated $12.2 billion, up 23% compared to 2023.
No boarding pass: Couple not allowed to fly, despite having already checked in online
They had to spend $1200 on new flights, a night's accommodation, and meals.
Looking for a cheaper alternative to a European cruise?
Discover the same destinations via the same waterways, for a significantly lower price.
Six of the world’s best longevity wellness clinics
Could travelling the globe really add a few years to your life?
10 unmissable places in Seville for first-time visitors
Check out spots recommended by the Spanish city’s most respected artist, Fernando Aguado.
Inside a multibillion-dollar hotel: The Raffles London at The OWO
Where Churchill won the war no less.
Two French cities, two very different experiences - Marseille versus Aix-en-Provence
Opposites attract when it comes to two of Provence's top towns.
Winston Peters says warship saga a ‘failure’ in NZ-China relationship
China's naval exercises in the Tasman lacked sufficient warning, says Winston Peters.
Best places to holiday in Indonesia that aren't Bali
A string of luxury new resorts will tempt you away from the obvious.