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Californian state of mind

While one part of California dries out, Shandelle Battersby gets soaked in another.

For him, the bells toll

Shandelle Battersby finds the jewel of the missions along California's King's Highway.

San Diego: The sunshine state

It's always the perfect time to catch a wave or linger on the sidewalk in this city.

Caribbean cruising

With a new air route connecting Auckland to Houston, Kiwi cruisers can head to the Caribbean.

The island the world forgot

Dominica has avoided the rampant development which has blighted the Caribbean.

Eat like a Hawaiian

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

Bar/fly: Sao Paulo, Brazil

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

Flukes and ukes in Old Havana

On a pilgrimage to Cuba, Owen Scott and his ukulele bandmates meet new pals keen to strum and dance.

Texas: On the trail of a killer

In Dallas, Winston Aldworth finds there's still plenty of heat in the conspiracy theories.

Cuba: Old(ish) men and the sea

In Cuba, Ruaridh Nicoll discover's Ernest Hemingway's course is not for the fainthearted.

Ghost towns and hot springs

Eveline Harvey explores some lesser-known California hot spots.

California: A taste of the lavish

Kiwis are thriving in America's wine country paradise, discovers Leena Tailor.

A spotted history of Belize

Which species will Ben Ross add to his Life List?

Springtime in Yosemite

Eveline Harvey is awed by the splendour of a world-renowned national park.

Panama: Land of vibrant colours

The people of San Blas have preserved their colourful lifestyle, writes Brett Atkinson.

Party time on the Panama Canal

The link between seas is still a marvel, writes Bronwyn Elsmore.

Guatemala: Reality check

Tim Roxborogh is humbled in a town off the tourist track.

Guatemala: Jungle sluice

This Central American country's full of watery surprises, finds Tim Roxborogh.