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Holidays make beach bums of us, survey

There's nothing New Zealanders love more than a holiday at the beach - it ranks highest in a new survey of Kiwis' preferred holiday destinations.

Cruising: Go with the flow

Thanks to innovative ship design and imaginative itineraries, the popularity of river cruises is booming, says Jane Archer.

Cruising: See food - don't eat it all

With islands of haute cuisine, the Celebrity Solstice can be scary for the diet-conscious, writes Rod Pascoe.

Flight check: Alofi to Auckland on Air NZ

Andrew Louis flies NZ785 from Niue to New Zealand.

Five cigar bars at sea

If you're never more chuffed than with a cigar in hand, here's where you can puff at sea, writes Megan Singleton.

Knee Defender or knee jerks? The gadget that has sparked mid-flight fury

It's the gadget that has sparked mid-flight fury and resulted in two passengers being turfed off a plane. So is it good flight etiquette?

Yvonne van Dongen: Spew reasons to go off the beaten track

Projectile vomits aside, a weak constitution does have its upside, as Yvonne van Dongen explains.

Five tips for your first cruise

Bright bikinis and black-tie outfits will take you from poolside to cocktail hour in style, says Carol Smith.

Soar over clouds in Wanaka

On a scenic flight in the south, Elizabeth Carlson gets into the pilot's seat.

Winston Aldworth: Easy call when you're on the road

You'd be a mug not to use your smartphone while travelling, writes Winston Aldworth.

Room check: Mighty Deuce 2Y campervan

Winston Aldworth stays in a Mighty Deuce 2Y campervan in Waipara.

Kia ora: New Plymouth

Named for Plymouth in England, where many of the early colonial settlers came from. Taranaki is Maori for shining mountain.

Fiji: Say 'thanks' with a helping hand

Villagers and visitors on Fiji's outer islands share mutual benefits, writes Peter de Graaf.

Embrace the ridiculous

When travelling it's best to throw yourself in amongst things and enjoy the ride.

Bar/fly: Little A'Le'Inn, Rachel, Nevada

Unidentified patrons sip and stare into space, waiting for a signal from the mother ship as Kevin Pilley flies into Rachel.

Flight check: Auckland to Santiago on LAN

Alanah Eriksen flies LA800 from New Zealand to Chile.