Combinis, depachikas, izakayas and restaurants in alleys off alleys off alleys. Here’s everything you need to know about eating and drinking in Japan.

In case you’re wondering whether travelling off the beaten path in Italy is even possible, the answer is a resounding yes.

It’s hard to avoid the cliché here, but Indian food really is a feast for the senses: curries can be heard sizzling in the distance; intoxicating aromas drift into your nostrils; the colourful mix of spices and vegetables is easy to stare at; the taste is blissful.

Where else can you sing with a choir, dance with the locals, ride ponies, and hit up a shebeen?

I’d heard other travellers talk about the kindness of strangers they’d met on the road before and had always kind of waved it off as another travel cliché.

I had been travelling in Indonesia on my own for two months before I joined the Intrepid tour, and to put it frankly, I was starving for quality human interaction. So the next day when my smiling roommate walked into the room, I was practically bursting with things to say to her!

Malaysia is home to several standout experiences, but these seven will stay with you long after you savour your last nasi lemak.

But try as they might, some countries are just simply better able to accommodate and at times, fully cater to the vegan diet. And the best part? They are some of the world’s most renowned culinary destinations.

Homestay experiences like this are so special; they open your eyes to another way of living, and help you gain a new perspective.

Gifted with spectacular natural scenery, Slovenia lends itself perfectly to an abundance of al-fresco adventures. From mountain biking to rafting, it’s an unexpected active traveller’s paradise!

Love Spanish wine, food and music? You’ve come to the right place.

The burgeoning craft beer scene in Phnom Penh has got us excited. And the beauty of it is, it’s a community driven by the ex-pats and the locals.