TravelTurtle Island: Fleeting blissIt took eight years but an emotional Steve Deane finally gets a luxury honeymoon in Fiji.06 Aug 09:00 PM
TravelSamoa: In the swimFresh water or salt, the bathing options in Samoa are heavenly, says Elisabeth Easther.04 Aug 09:00 PM
TravelHawaii: Underwater kingdomAn amazing fantasy world beneath the seas of Hawaii's Big Island astounds even veteran diver Pam Leblanc.22 Jul 09:00 PM
KahuSuper white men's clubIt is a city that prides itself on its diverse ethnic communities, but Auckland is run by a club of white men living in the wealthy suburbs.21 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelTahiti: Glide timeFar from work, Winston Aldworth clocks in to experience the charms of Tahiti.21 Jul 03:00 AM
TravelRoom check: InterContinental Resort, TahitiWinston Aldworth makes the InterContinental his base for exploring Papeete.17 Jul 03:00 AM
TravelTonga: Bed and board in the tropicsFlat seas threaten to ruin his surfing trip, but James Russell avoids breaking point thanks to some awe-inspiring oceanic phenomena.14 Jul 03:00 AM
LifestyleTax to cut obesity in PacificA leading Pacific doctor is supporting calls for island countries to consider a fat tax on junk food to tackle the ticking time bomb of obesity in the region.13 Jul 05:00 PM
All BlacksRugby: Worldwide success trickles back homeSamoa is the land of plenty - in human terms at least. There are, almost unbelievably, more than 630 Pacific Islanders playing professionally worldwide.07 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelSamoa: The first XVWith the All Blacks playing in Samoa this week, the Herald's Pacific Affairs reporter, Vaimoana Tapaleao, selects her top things to do on the islands.06 Jul 09:00 PM
TravelFive reasons to stay at Castaway IslandMegan Singleton has a fine time on Castaway Island, where cocktails come with umbrellas.01 Jul 03:00 AM
TravelCruising: Sailing soloParty of one Helen van Berkel boards an ocean liner for a Pacific cruise and learns that being on your own is far from lonesome.30 Jun 09:00 PM
TravelVanuatu: Mountain highDiana Balham comes face to face with a very angry - but very pretty - volcano on the Vanuatu island of Tanna.30 Jun 03:00 AM
TravelNew Caledonia: The old and the beautifulThe Jurassic-like landscape and quirky flora and fauna of the island of New Caledonia captivates Liz Light.23 Jun 09:00 PM
TravelCook Islands: Touch of paradiseAitutaki casts its beautiful and restful spell over Carly Flynn, who discovers a destination better than any brochure could promote.23 Jun 06:00 PM
TravelNew Caledonia: Loyal to LifouListening to the gentle breeze in the palm trees and the lazy waves gently turning, time slows for Liz Light.23 Jun 03:00 AM
TravelHawaii: Where fire meets the seaAt one of the world's most active volcanoes, Paul Davies witnesses the work of Pele, the Hawaiian fire goddess up close.23 Jun 12:00 AM
TravelSnorkelling: Underwater magicWe asked Travel readers to send us tips for their favourite South Pacific snorkelling spots. Here are a few of your top recommendations.15 Jun 06:00 PM
TravelFive top Pacific Island escapesTo inspire us with ideas for a winter break, Rick Felderhof from Our World shares the five most popular Pacific escapes for Kiwis.14 Jun 02:00 AM
TravelPacific Islands: The best snorkelling spotsPatricia Greig looks at the best spots to get eyeball-to-eyeball with fish on your next visit to the islands of the South Pacific.09 Jun 06:00 PM
TravelCruising: Relaxation 101Tropical beaches, fine dining, cooking and dance lessons – Lynley Bilby finds her every whim is catered for on a Pacific island cruise.06 Jun 09:00 PM
TravelRoom check: Le Meridien Resort, NoumeaNicky Park stays at a beachside hotel near the New Caledonia capital.05 Jun 03:00 AM
TravelFive reasons to visit VanuatuGood food, waterfalls and gorgeous beaches are great reasons to visit Vanuatu, writes Megan Singleton.30 May 02:15 AM
TravelFlavours of foodie FijiThe tourist mecca's restaurants are fast becoming a culinary force with their focus on fresh, local ingredients and indigenous dishes, discovers Delaney Mes.23 May 05:00 PM
TravelHawaii: Transcend in the tropicsRachel Grunwell finds serenity, seals and Shiva on Oahu.20 May 05:00 PM
TravelHawaii: It's a beautiful rayThe west coast of Hawaii's Big Island is home to magnificent marlin, titanic tuna and merry mantas, writes Paul Davies.15 May 12:00 AM
TravelHawaii: Conquering the cliffs of Moloka'iA terrifying mule ride delivers Judy Bailey safely into Kalaupapa, a park with a dark past, now a place of saintly seclusion.12 May 05:00 PM
TravelNiue: Flock to the RockPolynesia's last unspoiled outpost is gearing up for a tourism influx, writes Paul Rush.11 May 11:00 PM
New ZealandMcCully leads Cooks visitForeign Minister Murray McCully has taken Shane Jones, David Shearer and Winston Peters with him for his trip to the Cook Islands, where he is holding talks.11 May 05:00 PM
TravelHawaii: Tee time in paradiseJames Henderson packs his clubs and hopes to beat his handicap on some of Hawaii's world-class golf courses.08 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandNFL player: 'I don't date Poly girls'"Just the thought of people dating the same culture, Polynesians dating other Polynesians. You never see it nowadays. It's always been kind of like ... a taboo."29 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelWhere cultures collideLiz Light checks out the delights of Noumea and finds plenty to catch the eye in the lush capital of French territory New Caledonia.29 Apr 12:00 AM
