Brown cafes and rooftop bars are the Dutch answer to the pub, writes Paul Davies.

Outside Tibet, Duncan Gillies is intrigued, puzzled and mystified by an unexpected Tibetan experience.

After many visits over 20 years, Peter Hamling finds a new attraction in Fiji.

Megan Singleton lines up cute towns and desert safaris.

P.K. Stowers visits Cape Town's famous harbour and gets a view from the waves.

If the past year took its toll, rejuvenate your body and your mind with a spa treatment. We review three Australian city day spas to help you find the best spot for some pampering.

As America's oldest highway marks its centenary, Chris Moss rounds up the options for a US fly-drive.

Pamela Wade finds charming people passionate about their country.

Planning your next holiday already? These websites may come in handy.

Australian author Walter Mason hopes his new book will change the way tourists view a country best known for its horrific recent history.

Embarking on a tour of Uganda's biggest township throws up some ethical questions for Emilia Terzon.

Jennifer Ennion finds a warm welcome waiting for her at boutique ski resort Beaver Creek.

History, music and culture are just some of the reasons to travel, writes James Ellis.

James Lane limbers up for a gastronomic adventure with a long-overdue massage.

A World Cup-gripped Brazil and a Colombia keen to shed its dark reputation are among the hottest destinations for travel next year.

The cruisy life on a river ship appeals to Justine Tyerman.

A cruise along one of Europe's most famous waterways aboard the MS Beethoven takes in the sights of Hungary, Slovakia and Austria.

Mother Nature puts on an unexpected show for Graham Bright and his wife during a cruise aboard Cunard's Queen Elizabeth.

Mike Unwin and his family swap the European winter for a wildlife-heavy African Yuletide.

After decades of self-isolation, this secret country opens up, writes Tim Roxborogh.

There's much more to do in Macau than gamble, writes Brendan Manning.

As Melbourne hosts a 007 exhibition, Guerin, Michael Guerin, lives the Bond dream.

Here are a five ideas that will provide you with so many Brownie points you'll be carried over until next Christmas.

Diana Plater tries traditional healing in Macau.

Knives are out in a dark room on a stormy Sri Lankan night, writes Alex Robertson.

This handsome university city is undergoing a modern makeover, as Adrian Mourby discovers.

Pandas and a soaring Buddha statue greet Harriet O'Brien on a visit to this Sichuan city.

After the surreal volcanic delights of the island's remote north, Sankha Guha goes whale watching, warms up in a thermal pool and catches a glimpse of the elfin pop diva.

James Lane goes in search of ostentatious Dubai's subtle side.

Kevin Pilley joins the gossips and listens to some tall tales.