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.

Dylan Cleaver conquers his fears and discovers a new outlook over Sydney.

In the midst of one of the world's greatest metropolises, Sarah MacDonald goes on a quest for the ultimate urban sanctuary - Tokyo's natural hot spring.

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.

A Fijiian island is reversing the often destructive impact of tourism, finds Peter Feeney.

Need some inspiration for the year ahead? Here are some brilliant things to do around the country.

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.

Antisocial fliers make for plane hell, says Megan Singleton.

Looking for an excuse to indulge your inner foodie while travelling? Plan your next trip around one of these events ...