Chile volcano: Ash cloud over Australia forces more flight cancellations

Unpredictable, serendipitous Tasmania

Only toward dawn did the sea begin to calm. I rose from my berth and glanced out the window. The setting moon cast a broad light on the...

A toast to Auckland wines

New Zealand's largest city is an ideal jumping off point for sampling the country's growing reputation for wines.

On the hunt for truffles in Western Australia

Truffle-sniffing dogs, 'punters' and towering karri forests: Welcome to South Western Australia, an Eden in the rough for food and wine...

Rolling and roaming in New Zealand by camper van

On the Pacific nation's South Island, every day is an adventure. Travel by camper van can make the experience still more up-close and...

An action-packed adventure tour of Australia & New Zealand

A rewarding trip Down Under is worth the long flight from Los Angeles.

Wild journey into the Kelabit Highlands of Borneo

"At one time or another, I imagine that we have all dreamed about how wonderful it would be to live in a Shangri-La where the climate is...

Finding Paradise on Rangiroa, the slow-paced South Pacific atoll

It's a haven for divers and those who wonder what Polynesia used to be like.

Island paradise at your fingertips in the Pacific & Caribbean

If you're seeking miles of coastline, pristine waters and tranquil surroundings, one of these island spots may just right for you.

Bora-Bora: Dreams are made in French Polynesia

Paradise posh: With its turquoise waters, lush scenery and pampering, this South Pacific outpost is a Shangri-La for the rich and famous....

Riding the Ghan train through Australia's Red Center

The fabled Ghan, one of the world's great rail trips, threads its way through the Outback, where the wild things star.

Sunshine Coast fun Down Under at Australia's Noosa Heads

Australia's upscale coastal town is child-friendly, with Steve Irwin's zoo and pretty beaches.

Hiker opts for comfort on New Zealand wilderness trek

She trades a backpack and tent for lodging comforts on a 51-mile trip through the South Island's Queen Charlotte Track.