The summer might be over in other parts of Europe but the heat lingers longer in Venice, discovers Helen Barlow. September is a good time to go.

The Malaysian capital features an astonishing mix of influences.

Richard Lawson discovers Greek temples, Christian shrines and many other treasures on a luxurious Mediterranean cruise.

A night at the sumo stadium is strangely reminiscent of a job at the freezing works, writes Dean Parker.

Regan Schoultz finds travelling with her partner's family offers a rare insight into life in an exciting, exhausting country.

They represent the historic face of Britain and are a famous tourist attraction in their own right, Susan Buckland discovers.

Any excuse will do for a visit to one of the great southern European capital cities, writes Michael Lamb.

Following the broken lines, Jennifer Ennion shifts into overdrive to reveal the highlights of Australia's open roads.

In search of adventure, Tess Nichol is soon hurtling through the treetops, upside down on a wire.

Kiwis travelling to and from Australia are urged to check-in early as workers strike across Australian international airports today.

Seoul is clean and easy to navigate, by foot, bus, subway or taxi if that is more your style. I reckon this is a destination that will feature more often on Kiwis' itineraries. Seoul definitely has a warm heart and a kind soul.

There's always something happening, on and offshore, in San Diego.

Thousands of Bali-bound holidaymakers - including countless Kiwis - have been delayed due to volcanic ash wreaking havoc at Denpasar Airport.

The perfect place to see a volcano erupt is high in the banyan treetops of Vanuatu, writes Peter de Graaf.

Native-born Australians ignore elegant, artistic Adelaide - and Mark Chipperfield is glad.

For those with a sense of adventure, visiting Egypt now has big advantages, discovers Courtney Bonnell.

Danger is never far away on an Arctic expedition, writes Sarah Marshall.

David Leggat pauses to stretch his legs while on one of Australia's most picturesque road journeys, between Melbourne and Adelaide.

The most authentic Southeast Asian foods are to be found in the small alleys and laneways reached aboard a tuk-tuk or decrepit taxi, finds Brett Atkinson.

A stretch of Australian beach is transformed by abstract artworks, writes Pamela Wade.

The concept of travelling without passports between Australia and New Zealand may be edging closer.

A five-day taste of ocean life is enough to convert cruise newbie Catherine Smith.

The 'E2 Way' keeps angler Jane Jeffries happy - and her prey gets to live another day.

You can't visit Nashville without embracing country music, writes Megan Singleton.

Charming vistas and idyllic villages of Italy's Ligurian coast fuel an indecent obsession for Carol Smith.

A slowly disappearing railway is a thing of surprising beauty for Fergus Blakiston in South Australia's Outback.

Lonely Planet rates island among the hottest travel destinations.

Around Margaret River, the wines came first, then the food. Anna King Shahab relishes every tasty mouthful.

Prepare for a rich mixture if you explore the Melbourne haunts of Shihad's Tom Larkin.