One of the best ways to know any city is to sample its array of street foods. While a search for these popular dishes takes you through areas which may not be on the regular tourist itinerary, you are also likely to brush shoulders with the local people and come to know of some interesting bits of food history.

Australia is a sports loving nation and my home city Sydney, which shines year-round with an action-packed calendar of happenings, has a proven track record of successfully hosting mega international sporting events, the Summer Olympics in 2000 and some of the Asian Cup Football matches including the final in 2015 are two from a long list that overwhelmingly impressed the sport-fans worldwide.

Visiting museums is one of the must-do activities on most travellers’ itinerary. But how many of us have been to museums dedicated to the history of judicial systems and the judiciaries?

Czech restaurant La Fresca, located in the enchanting town of Kromeriz, has secured a spot on The Guardian's exclusive list of the best 35 restaurants in Europe.

Valencia/Spain: The culinary world converged in Valencia as the city played host to The World's 50 Best Restaurants gala, showcasing a vibrant gastronomic scene that captivated the globe.

Brown and dry for most of the year, the hills of Maharashtra turn into a verdant vista during the monsoon, the hill sides dotted with innumerable waterfalls. If you are the adventurous kind, you will enjoy trekking through the hills and explore some of the forts perched high. Naturalists will find the hills home to varieties of insects, frogs and snakes.

Naples: Capri Palace Jumeirah, located on the famous island in Naples, Italy, has made the dining scene here a little more exciting by introducing contemporary izakaya cuisine at their newly opened Zuma Capri.

In urban areas, especially along sea beaches, you may find concrete paths or promenades known as boardwalks; these contain shops, cafes and restaurants, walking and cycling tracks, amusement parks, etc. and are a favourite with residents and tourists. The east coast of the United States is known for its many boardwalks.