They may have gambling in common, but historic Macau has a genuine heart - and far better cuisine - than its glitzy American desert cousin, writes Jesse Mulligan.

After a hot, sweaty day of sightseeing in Italy, Carol Smith is more than happy to return to her floating hotel and enjoy a juicy burger.

The new Kiwi banknotes released by the Reserve Bank last week have brought a mixed response.

Belinda Henley explores beyond Noumea and discovers a land of red earth and dramatic scenery.

Justine Tyerman meets Hungary's daring csikós and learns about the country's 'red gold'.

Cameras have replaced guns on safari in MalaMala.

Standing atop a sand dune silently contemplating the rising sun, Jim Eagles understands why these vast wastes are the cradle of the world's great religions.

The professor of pickpocketry shares advice on how to keep your personal property safe on holiday, writes David Potts.

In a big blaze of neon lights, Brett Atkinson discovers Tokyo's best watering holes.

Ewan McDonald flies BE688 from Scotland to Northern Ireland.

Every cocktail tells a story, Megan Singleton tells us.

PK Stowers travels to France's Loire Valley and discovers its historic chateaux.

Spend a moment with the ghosts of Little Bighorn, writes Ben Stanley.

The Solomons' underwater denizens introduce themselves to Richard Moore.

I don't think I'll ever understand why it costs so much to get basic laundry done when you're staying in a hotel.

The Latvian capital has reopened the KGB's former headquarters to keep alive the memory of past atrocities, writes Mike Collier.

If you are driving the Great Ocean Rd, stop at Merrijig Inn, says David Leggat.

A rare woman rider tells Susan Buckland about the famed Lipizzaners.

Daniel Scott tramps along the Norfolk coast with the help of a flying Kiwi.

With a little planning and imagination, you can complete a Swiss tour without breaking the bank, writes Rosemarie North.

Winston Aldworth flies return between Auckland and Vancouver with Air NZ.

Turkish cave hotels will bring out the deep childish delight of your inner hobbit, writes Nicola Lamb.

Shop up a storm at these Big Apple landmarks.

Catherine Smith gets acquainted - or tries to - with modern Sydney's original Australians, whose cultures are undergoing rediscovery.

Surround yourself with the sights and smells of a Spanish summer, writes Anna Leask.

New Zealand's own mother of the nation, Judy Bailey, visits internet mogul Larry Ellison's Hawaiian island - and is impressed by his preservation project.

This Canadian city has much for thrill-seekers and culture-lovers alike, says Celia Paul.

According to an Expedia survey, us city slickers are more likely to try and outdo family and friends when planning our next holiday.

Anne Gibson hops on board Queensland's new G:link transport system.

Cameron McMillan spends a tiring but fascinating day walking the fairways with golf legends in Melbourne.