Travel

Buenos Aires is often called the Paris of South America because of its grand old buildings and leafy boulevards which give the city a European ambience, but we found it much friendlier and relaxed than Paris with music and tango dancing in the streets.

A short drive took us to Marco Polo, our home away from home for our 16 days Antarctica and Chilean Fjords cruise. This was to be Marco Polo's last Antarctica cruise as the ship was being sold.

If you are planning to visit Tauranga here is a list, in no particular order, of my favourite things to see and do.

Off to Sydney for a long weekend? One of my favourite experiences in Sydney is a Captain Cook weekend cruise.

Rail Cruising is new to Rotorua. Located in Mamaku, the business began in December 2011. The rail journey takes 2 hours and descends through rural scenery with some stunning bush vistas in the Dansey Scenic Reserve.

After watching the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel you might well be tempted to pack up your bags and go to India. But would it be the right destination for you?

Dunedin boasts some of the finest architecture in New Zealand. Dunedin railway station is one of the most photographed buildings in New Zealand.

With many airlines now charging extra for checked in luggage it is a great opportunity to experience the freedom of travelling light.

The flight into Queenstown would have to be one of the most scenic flights in New Zealand. As you descend for the final approach you feel like you can touch the side of the towering mountains.

One of New Zealand's most scenic train journeys is the Coastal Pacific from Christchurch to Kaikoura.