Greg Fleming checks into East Hotel, Miami.

Evidence of the forces of nature are countered by the restoration efforts of man.

Linda Thompson says you'll learn, make friends, and skip queues travelling in a group.

Linda Meads flies Air New Zealand NZ452 from Wellington to Auckland.

Belinda Henley checks into the Anantara Resort, in Hoi An, Vietnam.

Andrew Gilligan checks into Coconuts Beach Club Resort, in Samoa.

Winston Aldworth flies from Auckland to Sydney aboard Qantas' QF144.

He was in for a $44,000 medical bill after an accident in Bali - if his mum hadn't called.

Eli Orzessek answers your travel questions.

Winston Aldworth checks into Treetops lodge, Rotorua.

Nic Hamilton flies from Hong Kong to Auckland, with Air New Zealand.

Eli Orzessek recommends the best Thai islands, whatever you need from a holiday.

The Scottish capital has much to offer your wee brood.

Sydney is gearing up for its annual Vivid festival, writes Lauren Mabbett.

Mary Lussiana has all you need to know about a visit to Porto.

Holidays can teach us many things — about a destination, about other people.

Should you pay for cruise ship port excursions, or arrange your own?

Dean Raynel walked the length of the North Island to help people with Alzheimers.

Natalie Akoorie checks into Hyatt Place Las Vegas

Dean Buchanan flies Auckland to Honolulu with Air New Zealand

Belinda Henley checks into the Nam Hai, The Four Seasons, Hoi An.

Elisabeth Easther talks to the Guiding manager, Tiritiri Matangi Island.

Stephanie Holmes flies Malaysia Airlines MH130 from Auckland to Kuala Lumpur.

Adding the word "scam" to your Google search and other ways to avoid travel fraud.

There is no better way to experience India than by rail.

Simon Wilson checks into the Kempinski Hotel Corvinus, Budapest.

It's time to rethink the modern Hen, writes Thomas Bywater.

There's no such thing as moderation when the brandy snaps and ambrosia are on offer.

If you thought a "TSA-approved" lock would keep your belongings safe, think again.

Kiwi sculptor Phil Price shares his top sculpture parks around the world.