In place of the original Regency Hotel, the Grand Mercure provides views over Wellington.

David Smith checks into the Baycrest Lodge, in Taupo.

Helen van Berkel checks into the Aleenta resort, at Phang Nga, in Thailand.

Severe weather separates the strong campers from the weak as hundreds flee

As city dwellers make a break for it, new villagers pop up to enjoy the rays of summer.

Most hotel guests expect a comfortable bed and clean sheets - not cold pizza in the bed.

Stephanie Holmes checks in to the Avani Metropolis Auckland Residences.

Eleven of the country's 12 regional areas reported more guest nights in October.

Eli Orzessek checks into the Sofitel Wellington.

Jude Dobson checks into the Bab Al Shams Desert Resort and Spa, in Dubai.

Four hotels we absolutely loved this year.

Estelle Sarney and Grant Bradley stay at The Magazine Hotel, Budapest.

Stephanie Holmes checks into the Arlo SoHo in New York City.

Justine Tyerman chocks up her 10th home swap, living like a local in Islington, London.

For Home Alone 2's 25th anniversary, the Plaza is offering a Kevin McAllister package.

Michelle Weir checks into the Movenpick Resort & Spa, Jimbaran Bay, Bali.

Justine Tyerman indulges at a historic Swiss celebrity haunt that's been newly-restored.

Shandelle Battersby checks into the Aga Reef Resort, Lalomanu, Samoa.

New Zealand's smaller towns and cities are most vulnerable from house price falls

Aimee Shaw checks into the Radisson Blu, Amritsar.

Justine Tyerman discovers the history of a Swiss hotel that's one of of Europe's oldest.

Gia Garrick checks into a Luxury Room with Beach Club access.

Stephanie Holmes checks into the Hotel Grand Windsor, Auckland.

Andrew Stone checks into a heritage property with Indian Ocean views.

Courtney Whitaker stays at Royal Davui Island Resort, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji.

These homes are available to the weary traveller ... but only if you're brave enough.

Estelle Sarney and Grant Bradley check into a hotel in a 17th century canal house.

Michelle Weir checks into a central Christchurch hotel with a 'wow factor' bathroom.

Winston Aldworth checks into accommodation fit for the King in Memphis.

Donna McIntyre checks into a well-designed budget hotel close to the airport.