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Dubai's halts live shows amid pandemic party bubble surge
Coronavirus infections have skyrocketed in the "pandemic-friendly vacation spot".

Covid forces infamous Bangkok brothel to clean up act
'Khaosan is so dark and quiet, you can hear the wind blowing there'

NZ's Best Beach: Northland's Matapōuri and Bay of Plenty's Mount Maunganui
NZ's best beach finalists: Today, Matapōuri and "The Mount"; Tomorrow, the "wildcards".

Armchair travel: On location with Sir David Attenborough's A Perfect Planet
As well as wildlife, his new series focuses on landscapes and the forces that shape them.

Hotel review: Getting back to nature in ponga-lined luxury
This luxury retreat beneath the Tararuas is the perfect place to switch off for a weekend.

Incredible second life of diary reunited with Kiwi backpacker
"If you're about to read this, bloody DON'T" read the cover of the 90s travel journal.

Hotel review: Comfort eating in a home full of history
Akaroa's French Bay House is a homely B&B ideal for romance and exploring the local area.

Dance mats and $1000 loofas: Russia's most secret holiday home
A look inside the holiday house the Russian president is willing to 'kill for'.

Need another holiday? Campervans going for less than $80 a day
Low prices aim to give tourism industry a boost in what is usually its peak season.

Dubai's party bubble sees Emirates' biggest Covid surge
Glossy photos of Love Island cast members seemed too good to be true.

Kiwi author's travel memories - some good, some 'utterly terrifying'
Award-winning writer Joanne Drayton was once kidnapped by a taxi driver in Egypt.

New Covid rules for travellers don't go far enough - epidemiologist
Controls need to be increased because the risk has risen, Michael Baker says.

Why is Putin submerging himself in ice water?
Putin is known for his topless photo ops, but today he was one of millions.

Man found living in Chicago Airport for 90 days reveals ordeal
Too scared to go home because of Covid-19, he was stuck in limbo for 90 days.

Instant noodles with a K-Pop star: Backstage pass to Korea
A celebration of Korean culture - from movies and music to obscure internet trends.

GO NZ: EV Safaris and 'squirting' down Otago river rapids
Beyond Queenstown's obvious attractions are fascinating history-rich gems and raw thrills.

NZ's Best Beach: Waiheke's Onetangi and Taupō Bay in the Far North
NZ's best beach finalists: Today we profile Waiheke's Onetangi and Far North's Taupō Bay.

Trump's bizarre last-minute attempt to overhaul Covid travel restrictions
Trump has moved to lift restrictions imposed last year on international travellers.

Tasman travel bubble not burst despite Aussie border setbacks
The one exception to the long-term travel ban has Aussies looking east.

Norway gets stunning, new Whale museum and it's 'beached az'
There's plenty of exhibition space in the belly of this beast.

GO NZ: Travelling with giants on the Kauri Coast
To travel Northland's Kauri Coast is to journey through time.

Air NZ keeps options open, adds daily Cooks bubble service
With a glimmer of hope in the Pacific, the airline responds to MIQ cap and low-demand.

Woman on photo hunt makes chilling final call to boyfriend
An hour after posting a mountain-top video, she was calling her boyfriend for help.

Falling stars: 2021 Michelin awards mostly closed restaurants
Only 30 per cent of restaurants receiving the coveted award were open of business.

NZ's Best Beach: Tasman's Kaiteriteri and Coromandel's Matarangi
NZ's best beach finalists: Today, Kaiteriteri in Tasman and Matarangi in the Coromandel.

Formica tables and long-drop loos: Kiwi bach culture
A home for mismatched cutlery, old furniture and jigsaw puzzles with one missing piece.

All aboard the Coastal Pacific scenic train
Watch: All aboard the Coastal Pacific scenic train. Video / Chris Tarpey

Grim prediction: Borders won't open til 2022
Australians were counting on open borders from July 2021. They'll likely be disappointed.

Paraplegic climber scales Hong Kong skyscraper for charity
Lai Chi-wai battled winds and the weight of a wheelchair to scale the 320m tower.