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South Carolina's Congaree National Park

This forested park is crisscrossed with boardwalks, allowing close-up animal encounters.

The 20 best things of Auckland life

Steve Braunias reminds us what's great about living in the place desired by everyone.

Airbnb - the do's and do nots

From quirky to luxury, half the fun is the surprises you find, writes Debra Bruno.

What's next in the world of aviation?

Grant Bradley takes a look at what's coming up in the world of aviation.

Kia ora: Portobello

Beautiful Portobello has wildlife, great views and excellent coffee.

What we've learned from our travels in 2016

After a long year - and many miles - all of us here on the Travel team wish you a happy Christmas, a wonderful summer and the finest of new years. We've learned a lot in the past 12 months - here's a round-up.

Ask Away: Ending on a boozy note

Eli Orzessek answers your alcohol-related questions in preparation for the silly season.

Lake Macquarie: White-knuckle thrills

Andrew Leeson takes in Lake Macquarie's idyllic setting and opts for a little adventure on the side.

The Peninsula New York

Pamela Wade follows in Hillary Clinton's footsteps at a famous US hotel.

Ask Away: Travelling to less ordinary places?

Our online guru Eli Orzessek shares some cool tips on travelling to Norway. Plus we have reader feedback on gaining electronic travel visas for India.

Things cabin crew know that you don't

Flight attendants have dished the dirt about the plane's cleanest areas, about food and drinks, and when the crew is secretly judging you.

Waitangi: When we were young

At the birthplace of the nation, Winston Aldworth and his kids encounter our gritty past.

Maniototo: Springing a surprise

Otago's dreamland is best seen without the summer crowds, writes Mike Yardley.

My holidays: Gilda Kirkpatrick

The trip Gilda Kirkpatrick would most like to take is to go into orbit and back.

Top 5 things to do around Taupo's great lake

Not just a winter destination; there's plenty to do in Taupo all year round. Here's our pick of some the best.

Charter flight to see aurora filling fast

Sales on the first charter flight from Dunedin to see the aurora australis are taking off and the trip's organiser is considering making the flight an annual event.

Cruising: It's old school

Andy Welch learns to enjoy and enjoys to learn on an unusual cruise to Morocco.

Melbourne: Walking on air

This funky rooftop accommodation has the 'wow' factor, finds Prashant Mehra.