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Discover the best places to stay, play and dine on Denarau Island, one of the top holiday destinations in Fiji and a great location for...
With its pristine coral reefs, thrilling deep diving sites and fascinating shipwrecks, Samoa's underwater world is the perfect playground for both beginner and advanced divers....
The capital of the Western Highlands province has plenty of things to see and do for the adventurous traveller, including hikes, markets, festivals, heritage sites...
The Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort is a beautiful destination in the heart of Fiji that focuses on environmental sustainability and top-quality customer experiences....
Meet the Flame Bowerbird, a vibrant and iconic animal popular amongst bird watchers visiting PNG, and discover what life lessons we can learn through nature....
For a little slice of luxurious paradise, the Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa on Denarau Island is calling....
Papua New Guinea is a country that abounds with many unique and spectacular attractions. Here are five of the most fascinating facts about the country....
New Zealand is one of the best countries in the world to go chasing waterfalls. Check out our top 10 picks for your next adventure....
A dream destination for foodies and cocktail connoisseurs alike, Waikiki has an impressive offering of eateries: from a buzzing beachside spot to Hawaiian fine dining....
Experience authentic village life, kava ceremonies, rivers flowing through jungles and magnificent sand dunes on Fiji's Coral Coast....
Home to hundreds of different tribes and thousands of different traditions, the country is bursting with cultural events in PNG, each more extraordinary than the...
Aboard Coral Expeditions, you'll find sublime snorkelling, rain-forested tropical islands and a rich tapestry of cultures in PNG, revealing new insights into an ancient land....
Samoa is a foodie haven. We check out some of the best restaurants in Samoa focusing on traditional fare as well as exciting fusion food...
The island of Samoa is a place of sheer beauty and sun. With charming beaches and towering waves, Samoa is one of the premier places...
On PNG's 47th Independence Day anniversary, heed the call for adventure and check out the top 47 reasons to travel in Papua New Guinea with...
New Zealand's north island has a fantastic range of deep sea locales to experience, no matter your snorkelling skills. Here's our list of the top...
The Kenu and Kundu Festival of the Massim Isles is a spectacular show of identity and place. Hundreds of island cultures come together to celebrate...
New Zealand is packed full of great walks, and these alternative trails are perfect if you're looking for lower cost and less congestion on your...
Fiji is full of unique and interesting art, from pottery to weaving to woodcarving. Discover what makes art in Fiji so important, and take in...
Spend a weekend in Port Moresby and uncover some of the city's hidden gems: from the incredible museum, to a lush nature park, to the...
An amazing hiking destination, many islands in French Polynesia feature jungle-covered mountainous interiors with epic summit views and sparkling lagoons to cool off in afterwards....
French Polynesia with kids is a paradise for families, as children are welcome everywhere and nature is the playground. The only question is: which island...
Tattooing in French Polynesia is an ancient, sacred art form that goes back centuries. It is now experiencing a revival as people seek to reconnect...
Our picks for the top hiking trails in New Zealand will get your blood pumping and your heart racing while you enjoy breathtaking views of...
These amazing art galleries in Auckland are guaranteed to delight and inspire, while also highlighting the talents of local and international artists....
New Zealand has been the film destination for several high profile movies. The picturesque locations and wonderful weather make it a favourite for many directors....
For a small, remote nation in the Pacific, New Zealand wineries punch well above their weight when it comes to creating award-winning, world-class wines....
Explore the great beauty and passion of life in Fiji with these glorious portraits and photographs from travel photographer David Kirkland....
World-renowned travel photographer David Kirkland celebrates the joy and vibrancy of life on Vanuatu in these stunning portraits and photographs....
Feathers, flowers and smiling faces: check out travel photographer David Kirkland's gorgeous and colourful photographs of life in Papua New Guinea....
Pentecost Island is home to the infamous Nangol land-diving ceremony, but this beautiful island also has plenty more natural beauty and adventures to offer curious...
Want to be immersed in the beauty of New Zealand's South Island? Check out their ten national parks for amazing views and thrilling adventures....
As the largest city on the south island of New Zealand, Christchurch has lots to offer. Here are some of the best things to do...
Our top picks for dog-friendly spots in Wellington are guaranteed to transform your travelling experience with pets, and make for an amazing holiday....
When planning the perfect holiday for you and your pooch, this list of amazing dog-friendly venues in Auckland is the best way to kick off...
New Zealand has a rich cultural history, and this diversity has led to celebrations of all kinds. Here are five of the most exciting festivals...
Thinking of checking out some cool rivers while on holiday? Check out our list of the top rivers in New Zealand that make for an...
Here are 8 of the top lakes in New Zealand and great things to do while you’re there. Pull on those hiking shoes, pack your...
From ziplining through forests to kayaking, waterfall chasing and everything exciting in between, we’ve rounded up the best things to do in Fiji with kids....
These ski resorts in New Zealand are the best of the best, guaranteed to serve up perfect slopes and breathtaking views along with the friendly...
Praised by literary giant Rudyard Kipling as being the eighth Wonder of the World, read on for our selection of 5 of the best things...
If you want to sample a tipple or two of New Zealand’s finest brewskie, barley, beverage, or brock, we’ve rounded up the 5 best breweries...
From black sand to red sand to picturesque bays and beyond, here are the best beaches in Hawaii that should be on your post pandemic...
Eating out is big on Maui, with everything from lavish seafood dishes at oceanfront restaurants to simple but scrumptious plate lunches served out of trucks....
In Auckland and can't choose which bar to hit? Our list features hot new bars and some old favourites across the city that will have...
Only a few hours on a plane and you can touch down in a piece of paradise where the blue holes, beaches and people are...
Papua New Guinea has barrier reefs, coral walls, fringing reefs and sea grass beds as well as spectacular WWII wrecks to be found in its...
When travelling in Maui with kids there's plenty to keep them entertained – from swimming with turtles, enjoying tine at family-friendly restaurants, and there are...
From a temple of tomes in the heart of Christchurch to an architecturally designed university library, here are the five of the best libraries in...
From eye-popping sapphire waters to coconut-laden palm trees sprouting from dreamscapes of startlingly white sands, French Polynesia is so picture-perfect it's almost cliché....
French Polynesia is a holiday destination that seduces travellers from the moment they kick off their shoes and feel the sand between their toes or...
Queenstown has long been known as the 'Adventure Capital' of New Zealand and a top ski destination. But it is also a place of stunning...
Whether you want to explore the great outdoors, sit around a pool in the sun, shop or dine, or cruise around out with turtles, Hawaii...
High in the mountains of East New Britain in PNG, the tribal spectacle of the Baining Firedance Festival is out of this world....
A place of ANZAC reverence and personal challenge, the Kokoda Track has been a place of pilgrimage for travellers for many decades....
A visit to Tahiti means time spent in its glorious lagoons and ocean, and swimming with stringrays is a mesmerising delight....
We’ve rounded up the seven best museums in Hawaii, perfect for cultural junkies, art aficionadas and everything in between....
From pottery to weaving, and woodwork to handmade clothing and jewellery, Kastom crafts are currently having a renaissance in Vanuatu....
Turtles, stunning volcanic reefs, tranquil islands and wonderlands in wrecks. Diving in Vanuatu is a year-round affair....
Fiji is an adventure playground for scuba divers, and it's famous mainly for two things: shark dives and the Rainbow Reef....
The island of Tanna is one of the most peaceful, underdeveloped islands in the Pacific. Here, time really has stood still....
Vanuatu is only a three-hour plane journey from Australia, and yet it feels completely off the grid....
Thanks to its multi-cultural Melanesian, French, Spanish, Polynesian, and Asian heritage, Vanuatu is a foodie paradise....
Hidden away on Lake Taupo is a Māori rock carving site at Mine Bay, where stories are carved out into the rock face. Visiting this...
New Zealand’s capital Wellington is a cultural capital known for its creative and colourful arts scene, inspiring architecture and leading galleries and museums....
Rotorua is famous for its geothermal activity and Māori culture, and it's also home to ziplining – an incredible conservation initiative that allows tourists to...
Stretching some 34km long, Farewell Spit is one of the longest natural sandpits in the world. Here you can immerse yourself in the great outdoors...
Merging glorious food, wonderful wine, e-bikes and mating gannets sounds like a perfectly balanced holiday in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand. What could possibly go wrong?...
The All Blacks experience in Auckland is a must-do for fans of New Zealand's much-loved rugby team. It's also a great fun-filled day out for...
Absorb some Lord of the Rings vibes on the spectacular TranzAlpine train journey, that cuts through the stunning South Island to take you to Greymouth....
Tokoriki Island Resort in the Mamanuca Islands is a piece of paradise right on Australia's doorstep, and it's also the epitome of laidback barefoot luxury....