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Pamela Wade explores China aboard one of Silversea's smaller ships

There's just something about Melbourne that is captivating. Whether it is the fashion, the events or the food, Melbourne is a winner every time.

In London, you’re spoilt for choice. Some of the world’s most famous hotel chains have their ...

Santorini lies within a group of volcanic islands and every Greek I have ever spoken to in New Zealand, has told me to go to Santorini, as it is so beautiful.

Well known as the island where the great poet Homer is believed to have died, Ios is the place where beauty and culture do not seem the most important.

Our next island was Naxos. Here the weather was starting to get hotter, around 32C degrees, phew!

Famous around the globe for its cosmopolitan character and its frantic nightlife. The island is composed primarily of granite and has many picturesque blue domed churches.

Fact: You’re never too old and there is no time like the present.

The weather can be very fickle in the South Island in early spring. But even on rainy days or when a cold wind is blowing, there is a lot to enjoy.

When an irresistible air fare came up on Grabaseat for $39 each way from Auckland to Christchurch plus $10.00 per bag we booked on the spur of the moment. We'd be able to catch the first weeks of spring in the South!