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Vancouver has beaches, forests, bike lanes and polite traffic: It's a city for cycling
Riding a bike around the beaches, woods and downtown streets of Vancouver is so much fun.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Is flying Business Class worth it? An expert’s guide on how to make the most of it
Once you go left, you'll never want to go back.
A chat with Tara Sutherland, Viva Expeditions’ general manager about remote explorations
Dream of exploring the edges of the world? One travel expert has some tips.
Warning after infant's finger gets cut on Singapore Airlines flight
The brother of a 1-year-old boy whose finger got trapped in a tray table demonstrates how the injury happened.
Herald NOW: Luxury house swaps are coming to NZ and more travel news
Ryan Bridge speaks with Lorna Riley about 'luxury house swaps' coming to NZ. Video / Herald NOW
This remote island has the best seafood in New Zealand
From Dunedin’s fish and chips to Pitt Island’s paua delicacies.
Seven gems of the Seven Seas Splendor - from a personal butler to a bespoke cocktail list
The $9.97 million art collection includes works enviable to many gallery curators.
Why cruising the Mediterranean at this time of year is travel's best-kept secret
Lower prices, fewer crowds, less heat – and the locals are happier, too.
What I’ve learned travelling as an adult child with my parents
Oh, how the tables (roles) have turned.
Disney to open its next global theme park in Middle East
Disney is opening a theme park in the UAE on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
Kiwis need less money for overseas travel than they think - find out how much
Three quarters of all Kiwis plan to travel overseas in 2025, according to new research.
What I’ve learnt (slowly) ageing out of the youth travel bracket
From flip phones to fat biking in Namibia, travel changes – and so do we.
Life after chemo: Kiwi breast cancer survivor's top tips for adventure post-treatment
Rebecca Ronald knows life is for living. She shares her tips for travelling after cancer.
Tired of Bali? Here’s an island in the Philippines that’s just as enticing
Palawan offers a stunning, life-changing experience.
Cruising the Mexican Riviera: How to make the most of your dock days in Mexico
Here's how to do your dock days on the Mexican Riviera right, writes Lana Andelane.
Five global festivals that celebrate renewal and new beginnings
Let fire, water, earth, and flowers celebrate your new beginnings.
How to unwind like a celebrity in Palm Springs - without an A-lister’s bank balance
Four unexpected ways to zen out in the desert.
How Kyoto's canals offer a fresh perspective on the historic city
Waterways in Japan's former imperial capital offer enchanting views.
Cruising Kodiak and the Aleutian Islands without a plan
Our writer explores two remote Alaskan islands.
What these first-time cruisers would do differently the next time
Hesitant to cruise? These newbies have some advice for you
Boutique Kiwi travel operator acquires Aussie rival
Beyond the Blue owner Steve Pleciak said the move was an opportunity to grow in Australia.
From e-bikes to viaducts: What to expect on Whanganui’s new trail
Riders can see landmarks like the Taonui and Hāpuawhenua Viaducts.
Four simple but important tips for solo female travellers in Mexico
Solo travel can be daunting, so load up on tips from other travellers beforehand.
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
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.
Hotel review: A welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City
The Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel is a tranquil retreat in the heart of the city.
Safari on your bucket list? Pick the right one.
New York Times: How to choose a safari operator that also nurtures nature.
OA day at Thailand’s new Layan Life wellness centre where weird and wonderful things happen
‘As they say, what we need isn’t always what we want …’
Best places to holiday in Indonesia that aren't Bali
A string of luxury new resorts will tempt you away from the obvious.