Check out what Kobe has on offer for $200.

Jonathan Norman checks out when he discovers there's no bowl to eat his cornflakes from.

Neil Porten visits the hills and the harbourside to check out historic sites.

All Black legend Dan Carter recommends some hidden gems for Kiwis visiting Japan.

Tokyo has many other intriguing delights for visitors as Dylan Cleaver discovers

A big bustling city can still be a friendly place for the family to stop over.

Cruising around Chiang Mai for $200.

Fiona Bruce revisits the country she visited as a backpacker 30 years ago.

Enjoying Kuala Lumpur for $200.

Residents of the Thai capital share their inside knowlege, writes Linda Meads.

The island nation off the Chinese mainland has a fascinating and proud culture.

These new luxurious hotels will inspire you to make dreams a reality.

Eli Orzessek recommends the best Thai islands, whatever you need from a holiday.

Go big and go beautiful on a first visit to India, writes Jo Bell.

Why a stop in the ancient city of Luang Prabang should be top of your list

Traditionally off-limits at night for anyone except emperors the city is open to visitors.

Alex Robertson finds his feet in the perfectly preserved historic town of Iwami Ginzan.

Before Sophie Ryan hits the clubs of Bali's Seminyak, she hits the road and lets rip.

Eli Orzessek has a few suggestions for keeping the youngsters busy in the city state.

The city's iconic street food scene has been devastated by a brutal military crackdown.

Lucy Casley's stomach turns as a whole bird is pulled out of the jar of brown liquid.

At the Temple of Heaven Park, Jim Eagles is captivated by the music and decides to stay.

Nature has bestowed much on popular Jeju Island, writes Neil Porten.

Kate Watson pays to snorkel through trash-infested waters.

Tokyo has a reputation for being expensive, but you can still enjoy it on a budget.

A visit to the primeval reptiles of Komodo Island leaves Grant Bradley awed.

Skye Wishart cracks the formula on how to entertain kids on a Japan trip.

The attractions for the young are many and varied, writes Eli Orzessek.

Neil Porten has a short, but sweet, reunion with Auckland's sister city, Fukuoka.

A confused couple was booted off their cruise after a simple error made when booking.