The city of Melaka, on Malaysia's peninsula, is home to a vibrant multicultural society, writes Sophie Barclay.

Las Vegas may never sleep but Daniel Richardson found just the place to relax - in glorious Roman style.

Clarke Gayford escapes the usual cliches of Queensland's Gold Coast, driving a convertible to the hinterland for some speed cheese tasting and a bit of a flutter.

Brett Atkinson climbs aboard Portland, Oregon's Ale Trail of tastes at craft brew pubs.

The children of Tanzania have a priceless gift they often share with visitors, writes orphanage volunteer Seth Zwart.

Andrew Louis works up a sweat amid rugged scenery.

Use these tricks and you'll cash in, says Megan Singleton.

Prue Scott watches the fiery sunset from the peak of Honolulu's White Mountain.

Off Western Australia's coast, Kate Roff finds a wild but friendly island.

Pam Neville follows the Mob to a pristine piece of Fiji.

Catherine Masters cruises the Danube, taking in central Europe's stunning cities.

During its heyday from 1960 to 1963, the Cal Neva hosted stars such as Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio and became one of the most famous resorts in the USA.

Jamie Morton learns the definition of super-sizing in Munich's leafy beer gardens.

Winston Aldworth flies to Fiji aboard FJ410.

The biggest festival of the season, celebrating Queensland and Australia's fabulous food on one of the prettiest beaches has already kicked off ticket sales.

If you're a water baby like Megan Singleton, there's lots to do in California's Marina del Rey.

Among the ruins, Russell Maclennan-Jones imagines life in ancient Ostia.

Want to see some real cowboys and cowgirls at work? Head to one of these rodeo hotspots.

There'll never be enough time to do everything you want to in New York City, but Wynne Gray gives it a very good crack.

Television cooking show host Marion Grasby reveals her must-eat Bangkok food spots.

Growing up and having kids needn't stop you backpacking round the world. It just changes the way you do it.

Pamela Wade embarks on a high-octane inland safari through Taihiti.

If you're trying to justify a shopping holiday, you will be interested in this list from a survey conducted by hotels.com.

Sue Bryant looks at the best of the cruise industry's shore excursions for the year.

Jamie Morton stops by the Swiss lakeside and its romantic grand hotel.

A visit to sacred Uluru offers a deep cultural experience, writes Jenny Tabakoff.

Jennifer Ennion rounds up some lesser-known Australian festivals.

Long isolated, Perth's evolving cityscape and beautiful surrounds are an increasingly alluring destination for well-heeled visitors, writes Lydia Bell.

Television tourism is whipping up a storm in New York and New Jersey where fans can live as their heroes.

Grant Bradley flies Emirates EK413 from Auckland to Sydney.