There’s a little piece of Italy to be found on the coastal tip of Croatia’s crescent. The picturesque Rovinj – part ancient port, part leisurely paced tourist resort – huddles its Old Town on the rocky hill of its peninsular and crowns it with the jutting tower of the church of St. Euphemia (or Sveta Fuma), which respectfully emulates the famous tower of St. Mark’s Square in Venice. Jennifer Bradly reports

Catherine Quinn rounds up the business hubs in Germany, experiencing the well-known clichés, and uncovering some surprises along the way

Steven Rowland reports on St Petersburg, and highlights the differences that set it apart from the other canal-network cities

Blending offshore financial services and upmarket tourism, Nevis has always attracted the discerning businessman. Simon Neil dips his toe in the Caribbean water

The frenetic and fast-paced city of Johannesburg has its detractors, but the buzz is hard to beat and rewards those willing to investigate

With overnight direct flights, no jetlag and only a two-hour time difference, Cape Town – widely regarded as one of the world’s most beautiful cities – is a great place to do business

Cast your sights beyond Berlin. As Roger St, Pierre reveals, Germany’s other leading cities have lots to offer for business or pleasure

With political and financial crises brewing beneath its polished veneer, Geneva has decided it needs to reinvent itself. Fortunately, with the hotel industry already reacting, Sarah Johnstone finds there’s never been a better time to visit this international city

As the Olympic torch completes its long journey to Beijing in time for this summer’s Games, Nathan May follows in its path and reports from China, a country under the microscope

Roger St. Pierre finds the business heart at the centre of the hustle and bustle of Cairo

With a surge in popularity in recent times, Moscow is embodying the new Russia: brash, bold yet undeniably beautiful, Business Destinations’ Ben James provides a top ten guide to seek the best of the city

Want a new take on Venice? Take the canal’s eye view – just hire a boat for the week in the lagoon and cast off says Stephen Bleach