Just a few blocks from the Blackpool-esque atmosphere of the Khao San Road, is the Phra Arthit Road. It has a variety of eateries where locals still go and a park with a sala at the end, by the little fort, which is a fantastic vantage point at night to watch the brightly lit riverboats and the smooching lovers. You'll even see aerobics at 6pm, but don't forget to stand for the national anthem. A haven.

Phra Arthit Road, Bangalamphu

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There are almost no Germans left in Transylvania now - Chancellor Kohl saw to that - but their villages all have fortified churches which are not only lovely and evocative in themselves, but whose stories will leave you brimming with tears. Where once a thriving congregation worshipped, now a sole guardian will battle age and local indifference to keep the sites clean and flower strewn. Perhaps, and this is rare, only tourists can keep the places intact. Go there.

Take a trip out of Sibiu

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We wandered into KOTO by accident on a stormy day as we sought shelter prior to visiting the Temple of Literature. What we discovered was a temple to both good food and good intentions. The restaurant trains street kids for the catering industry and serves delicious Vietnamese food - watch out for the specials board. Great service in a place that offers a great service.

61 Van Mieu St
www.streetvoices.com.au

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This fantastic old pub is on The Side but should be central to any trip to Newcastle. Top tap - stic real ales, kept properly, a gramophone and stained glass windows in a tiny pub split into a snug that really is and a long thin bar. Just do not wander in to take a photo and then leave as some tightwads have been observed doing!

The Crown Posada
The Side
Newcastle upon Tyne

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