You asked
Is the nikon z dx 16 50mm f 2 8 vr good for travel?
Yes, for most travel it's a strong choice. The Nikon Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR covers wide to standard, which takes in streets, food, people and landscapes. On an APS-C body it frames roughly like 24-75mm on full frame. Its f/2.8 aperture helps in dim churches and evening meals, and the stabilisation lets you shop for handheld shots at slow shutter speeds. It won't reach much telephoto, so add a longer zoom if you plan to shoot wildlife or distant subjects.
For a light travel kit, I'd pair it with one of these:
Weigh the whole setup before you buy, as the travel guide recommends.
Written by Claude from this site's pages.