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A Kiwi recommends ... Orlando

The Florida city of Orlando is much more than a theme park wonderland, discovers Tim Lamb.

Surf work: wipeout or far out?

Sometimes work is just work ... even on a beach, with beautiful people, and never-ending surf, writes Elisabeth Easther.

Eat like a Hawaiian

We take a look at some of Honolulu's most interesting eateries.

Middle East: From dusk till dawn

Celebrated New Zealand author Charlotte Grimshaw follows Ramadan, starting in Dubai and ending on the West Bank.

Bar/fly: Sao Paulo, Brazil

Sao Paulo's clubbing scene has something for everyone, writes Bella Ann Townes.

Rarotonga: The Eagles have landed

Sun, sea, swimming and fishing add up to a perfect gathering for Jim Eagles and his far-flung family.

Watch the sun rise and set

Australia's rocky northwestern tip is a revelation, discovers Sue Baxalle.

Utah: Heaven can wait

First, there's a long, hot climb to complete that will unsettle Alex Robertson as he sets out to explore Utah's Angel's Landing.

A Kiwi recommends ... Florida's Emerald Coast

Prepare to be surprised by the Caribbean-like white sands of Florida's Emerald Coast, writes Tim Lamb.

Thailand: The soak's on you, mate

Thailand's Songkran water festival will leave you wet-through but grinning from ear to ear, writes Brett Atkinson.

India: A beginner's guide

Dreamed of going to India but worried about surviving? Bruce Morris gets a taste of this exciting land, the safe and comfortable way.

Italy: Training day

Why hire a car in Italy when you can travel like the locals? asks Venetia Sherson.

California: Take me to the County

In Orange County, Shandelle Battersby swaps fast food for fresh, sophisticated cuisine.

The boarding pass revolt

Thousands of passengers in UK say they will no longer show their boarding passes at the checkout over VAT "rort".

Mexico: Out for the count

It may not be politically correct, but lucha libre is hilarious, finds Calum Henderson.

Molokai: Another side of Hawaii

Josh Noel finds the island of Molokai non-touristy, caring and relaxed - not to mention friendly.

Melbourne: All a flutter

Thousands of Kiwis cross the Tasman to see the Melbourne Cup each November. Ewan McDonald went to see why.

Tahiti: Christmas all at sea

Elisabeth Easther and her son enjoy the festive cheer on board a freighter ship in the Pacific.