Smoking holidays:

The eternal flame

As one avenue closes for smokers another opens, with smoking tourism on the rise, writes Sacha Molitorisz. more

The Backpacker:

America the underrated

Why is it so hard to admit you like the good 'ole US of A? more

Tips:

Catering for the single-minded

Travel companies are finally looking out for the needs of solo travellers, writes Danielle Teutsch. more

Queenscliff:

All aboard for the blues

David Scott finds that special place where music, food and fun takes to the rails. more

Ireland:

Unsinkable spirit

Fine dining, vibrant night-life and a thriving arts scene - a renewed Belfast is making up for lost time, finds Conor Smyth. more

Norway:

Norway and the highway

Daniel Scott finds Fiordland is exhilarating when you've got the freedom of your own wheels. more

Vanuatu:

All shook up in paradise

Robin Bayes finds his drink shaken and his spirits stirred on a five-star island getaway. more

Short Breaks

Dalmeny:

Beach house with masseuse

Jessica Halloran celebrates a 'big-number' birthday in style. more

Hepburn Springs:

Heaven for the fare mind

Serviceable kitchen, music and a view to cook by: this winter retreat is ideal for Jo Chandler's culinary mooching. more