Katelyn Catanzariti enjoys Thailand far more now than she did as a backpacker.

Bed and breakfast under those famously dreaming spires allows a glimpse into how the other half thinks, writes Steve Braunias.

Each week, expat Kiwis tell us what they most love about living by Queensland's beaches. This week, we hear from Red Hot Chilli Pepper herbs and spice store founder and Vicki Taylor.

Heading across the Ditch remains a favourite pastime for Kiwi holidaymakers, while trips to the US are becoming increasingly popular, say travel experts.

Ten of the world's best rail trips - and the DIY alternatives.

Stories of supernatural sightings enliven the nightly ghost tour at Port Arthur, writes Paul Rush.

Liz Light finds Hoorn is steeped in Netherlands history.

Don't miss out on the world beneath the water's surface just because you were born with legs, writes Beth Tierney.

Air fares as low as $1,365 return to Europe are on sale as airlines try to top up planes for the coming year.

Peter de Graaf follows in the steps of Everest's conqueror, visiting Sir Edmund Hillary's local pub in Wales.

Heading to the US' Sunshine State? Stop in at the city of St Petersburg and check out some of these sights ...

The hunt for the man-eating Komodo, writes Rachel Williams, makes for one heart-stopping cruise excursion.

A wildlife cruise on the Isle of Mull is heaven for bird lovers, writes Richard Tulloch.

From fun parks to family safaris, Danielle Wright introduces her children to Melbourne.

For decades, it was a whipped dog of a city but Kate Roff discovers a different Detroit. This one is grabbing hold of a new lease on life.

On a cruise stopover in Kotor, Carol Smith finds the view from the top is worth the climb. The medieval Balkan town and hilltop fortress is one port of call on a magical trip around the Mediterranean.

Brand new and full of impressive technology, Quantum of the Seas promises a new experience in cruising. Winston Aldworth gets a unique perspective on a very new ship future.

In Ibiza's bars, young travellers pay big prices, but there are ways to avoid a budget blowout, writes Sam McKeith.

Make new travel plans for the new year. Megan Singleton sets her globetrotting goals.

Europe isn't the only place to boast impressive churches and cathedrals, the United States also has a wonderful mix of traditional and modern places of worship.

In Melbourne, Bonnie Sumner takes time out from tots, toys and tantrums and gets her life back.

Mackerel floss anyone? Jesse Mulligan finds new and innovative Asian eateries in Sydney.

Need some inspiration for the year ahead? Here are 20 great places to go around the world.

Jack Barlow is riveted by the wildlife, human and animal, of Cajun Louisiana.

Winston Aldworth looks at the latest developments for cruise passengers.

Singapore thrives on its fascinating mix of races and customs, writes Tori Mayo.

Munich's Oktoberfest is the largest festival in Europe and one Josh Martin enjoyed a little too much.

Man's best friend is never far from Tessa Chrisp's side, offering companionship on a Rarotongan holiday.

Justine Tyerman laps up life at one of Sydney's most prestigious residences, but misses the cut for a celebrity soirée ...

Somaliland has become a bastion of democracy and stability compared with Mogadishu and other areas in the war-torn south, writes Christopher Adams.