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Italy's historic cities push local cuisine

Fried cow brains might not be to everyone's taste, but more people may sample the Florentine speciality now.

Travel options for Downton tragics

What's a Downton Abbey fan to do now that the series is over? Consider a trip to soothe your sorrows.

Kiwis keep travelling despite warnings

New Zealanders are being urged not to travel to Belgium - but Kiwis say they won't be put off going there long-term.

Vancouver: The beer chic of it all

Eat and drink your way around Vancouver, writes Alison Godfrey, and don't forget to check out the ice hockey.

Hello Kitty train unveiled in Taiwan

A train dedicated to Japan's most famous feline has taken to the tracks in Taiwan.

Bizarre private jet requests revealed

Private jet firms have revealed the most bizarre or amusing requests they've ever had from their wealthy clientele.

Why you need to visit Belgium

The best thing Kiwi travellers can do? Put Belgium on the list for your next European visit.

Brussels: What travellers need to know

Following terror attacks in Brussels that killed at least 31 and injured hundreds, Belgium has raised its terror alert to the highest level.

London named best in the world

Move over New York, Paris and Rome - London has been named the best destination on the planet by TripAdvisor

Cruising meets adventure tourism

Travellers on an expedition ship have out-of-ordinary cruise experiences, encountering wild animals and pristine nature

Kiwi bloggers share dream holidays

With the help of Contiki, New Zealand's most popular bloggers have shared their dream destinations and wanderlust inspiration for 2016.

Australia hosts first 'Ginger Pride' rally

If you've ever been teased for your fiery locks, this is the event for you.

Bar/fly: Rhineback, New York State

I'm sitting at the bar where George Washington and his fellow American revolutionaries doubtless plotted military strategy over an ale or two.

Hotel firm offers 'Trump-free trip'

A hotel firm has given customers the option to swap hotels if Donald Trump is staying there.

5 places to see in Cambodia

Once known as the 'Pearl of Asia', Phnom Penh is filled with French colonial buildings and has a picturesque riverside promenade.

Ecuador: Step softly in the forest

It's a little after 10pm, and I'm standing somewhere in the middle of the Andean cloud forest in the Choco region of northern Ecuador, with six others.

Queensland: Built upon a foundation of drifting sand

Corazon Miller visits Fraser Island, a World Heritage Site that's been crowned the world's largest sand island.

Stop over: Sydney

Sydney features some of the most incredible culinary experiences and jaw-dropping views in Australia. Why not enjoy both at the same time when you visit?