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As if Turkey’s political woes were not enough, Lee Ruddin causes a flap in an Istanbul cafe when he ventures that Turkish coffee is inferior to… Starbucks.

There’s nothing routine about overland travel in Madagascar. Donal Conlon has to wade rivers and rent canoes to complete a one-day journey to Diego Suarez that takes him three.

Oxford is known for its well-heeled undergrads and mellow stone architecture. But Peter Sissons says the live music scene is pretty good too.

Olympia might be the mountain of the Gods, but Elizabeth von Pier finds a very contemporary viniculture in the heart of Greece that would make them proud. And, possibly, pissed.

One of the most beautiful countries in Europe, Italy has flair. Paul Woollacombe has a list of highlights.

Donal Conlon finds he has some very drunk company on his night flight across a sleeping Mozambique.

No longer should your diet put you off cruising. Jill Rachel Jacobs boards a cruise for a culinary experience in Vegan living.

There are no roads to Stehekin, a remote outpost near Canada in the USA’s Washington State. Your options are horseback, seaplane or, for Lindsay Salt, boat. Photos, as ever, by David Grimble.

Anthony Toole explores the Murrough wetlands of County Wicklow and finds an ancient landscape formed by the retreating glaciers of the world’s last Ice Age.

For most visitors to Maputo prawns are a treat that you find on your plate. Donal Colon joins the fishermen to experience the thrill of catching them in the wild.

Paul Woollacombe says there are some important facts to bear in mind before a visit to Portugal

Charlie Walker cycles far too far – though not fast – as he pedals across India on his way to Africa. Here there’s a river in the way.

Holiday rentals don’t have to be cramped apartments in tourist towns. Lucy Barker finds a new rental agency specialising in luxury rental properties in France.

Donal Conlon loses his bus in a small truckstop on the way to Ethiopia’s buried churches. With no Amharic he has little alternative but to (try to) hitch.

The flatlands of eastern England don’t have the greatest reputation. Anthony Toole, however, finds plenty to see and do on the border between Norfolk and Suffolk.

Bhupenda Gupta finds beautiful scenery and a light touch of tourism as he tours Jasper, one of Canada’s scenic wonders.

When Angus Cunningham’s phone breaks during a visit to Seville he finds disconnection makes for reconnection as he is forced to interact with the culture of Spain and the people all around him.

Sara McMurry finds few Tibeta deities in Daramsala, so she heads off, more usefully, to Mcleodganj,

Chris Edwards avoids air travel for her 12-day immersion tour of Scotland, something other UK residents would be most unlikely to do. This is what it’s like.

It’s a hard one. The rich seem to feel justified racking up any number of air miles but the rest of us don’t. Elinor Abraham says there’s a way to travel ethically.

Paul Woollacombe says voice-over work is one trade that is perfect for travellers on the move. This is what you need.

South America’s largest and most populous countries takes plenty of exploring. João Santos reviews four of the best cities to visit in Brazil.

Flight and travel company Travelbag has started a fightback against idealised Instagram photographs. Elinor Abraham reports.

Sara McMurry takes a considered look at arranged marriages, as they happen in Asia, and wonders whether they might just work.

Bonnie Lynn finds one of Europe’s smallest – and newest – countries quite enchanting, as she explores Slovenia’s caves, castles and food.

Lindsay Salt explores Colorado’s natural beauty, bought to life with photos by David Grimble.

Ever fancied chartering a yacht to explore Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast? Olly Kay knows where to go – and why.

Bhupender Gupta heads from Mumbai to Rajasthan to see one of India’s most famous tiger reserves – and the very first day brings sightings.

Lucy Barker experiences La pura Vida

Paul Michelson needs crutches to get around. Next year his health might be better – or not. So he travels to Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos and does it now.

One of Thailand’s largest islands, Koh Chang was late to be developed – and is all the better for it. Lucy Barker tells you what to see and do.

Ciarán Logue finds and old Toyota Camry perfectly adequate to deal with Australia’s fearsome distances.

There’s more to Spanish cooking than tortillas and paella. Sean Delaney suggests some more unusual options.

Sara McMurray wrestles with one of India’s most intractable problems: the enduring issue of caste.

The capital of Greece has plenty to offer visitors. Lucy Barker has a hotlist.

Kip Brook finds a visit to India a thoroughly transformative experience.

Will Ottley ventures into the Himalaya’s ‘Secret Kingdom’, where happiness is a social aim and tradition is perfectly preserved.

There is so much to do on a visit to Britain it’s hard to know where to start. Lucy Barker has some suggestions.