Thai wine importer JW Sam shares his top picks for what to see and do on tropical Borneo.

A World Heritage site gives plenty of reasons to ponder its existence, writes Owen Young.

Some say North Korea is a hot new travel destination - but is it really safe to visit?

Deborah Dickson Smith finds Bali's undiscovered north.

Some mysteries you encounter while travelling you'll never get to the bottom of.

As modern influences come to Myanmar, the past is always near, writes Neda Vanovac.

Warriors star Shaun Johnson returned to his roots, and took a documentary crew along for the ride.

Label has saved Luang Prabang's buildings but killed its soul, writes Denis D. Gray.

In Tokyo's crowds, Winston Aldworth, finds the small things matter a great deal.

Ancient water town conjures up a dreamlike vision of purity and simplicity, says Paul Rush.

Rod Pascoe stays at the Park Hyatt on Hainan Island, China.

In Vietnam, Eli Orzessek finds friends to help him navigate a new country.

Every breath you take reminds you you're in Beijing, writes Jacqueline Smith.

Susan Strongman is charmed by Taiwan and its people and finds many links to NZ.

Singapore's aquarium of 100,000 creatures shows off sharks, eels and an acrobatic manta ray.

China fell in love with the 1997 blockbuster movie about the doomed ocean liner.

Eli Orzessek suggests caution around the border from Myanmar into Thailand.

With the face of Ataturk looking down on him, Michael McHugh explores the past glories of Ephesus.

It pays to be aware of cultural customs and sensitivities to avoid giving offence in foreign countries, writes Paul Rush.

Fewer people have seen inside this incredible place than have reached Everest's summit.

Find a fisherman to drop you off at a secluded beach, writes Mauricio Olmedo-Perez.

India's Hampi offers a visual wealth and allure few can resist, writes Tim Roxborogh.

This city's horror was 70 years ago, but the memories will never leave, says Kevin Pilley.

Watching these mighty beasts splash in the river is an amazing sight, says Alex Robertson.

Taiwanese festivals are a dazzling frenzy of colour and noise, finds Justine Tyerman.

Chris Pritchard finds the world's best examples of Hindu and Buddhist art in Indonesia.

Jim Eagles finds a friendly people and treasures from a glorious past.