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Paradise found: Papua for beginners
For a grab bag of stimulating experiences, this remote province is hard to beat. Indonesian Papua is as far east in Indonesia as you can go, with sublime landscapes, extraordinary animals and an ancient and vibrant Melanesian culture. Combined with the more recent arrival of Dutch colonialists, Chri
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England reinvented: ten great reasons to go to the Kent coast
Something is happening to the Kent coast. Despite its sandy beaches, sea-sculpted cliffs, epic sunsets and splendid Victorian architecture, Englands southeast corner has sometimes felt rundown and overlooked. Now, there’s a growing artistic community here and an explosion of things to do. Highlights
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Destination Seminyak: a guide to Balis cool corner
The grown-up neighbour to Balis party centre of Kuta, Seminyak has attracted travellers in-the-know for years with its hip hotels, cool cafes, slick bars and boutique shopping. But while Seminyak is no longer a secret, it certainly pays to know your way around. Get oriented with our guide to living
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The Philippines for beginners: 7 first
The Philippines is a relatively easy travel destination by Southeast Asian standards. English is widely spoken, and the country has an endearing dont-worry-be-happy vibe, soothing for first-time visitors. Alas, volatile weather and natural disasters can mess up trips in a hurry, while a menu of 7000
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Island adventures: top activities in the Philippines
The Philippines is justifiably known for its beaches, but the country isnt just about finding an isolated patch of sand and sinking into a sun-kissed stupor. The 7000-plus islands of the Philippines offer an array of more adventurous pursuits that can raise any adrenaline junkies pulse. Here are a h
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Great places to stay on the worlds loveliest islands
Don’t waste precious travel time dragging your flip-flopped feet to the beach. We’ve rounded up ten places to stay on some of the world’s most beautiful islands – and they’re all a stone’s throw from the beach. Best of all, you don’t need to sell your granny to enjoy an island getaway, we’ve picked
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The Skelligs: a trip to the edge of the abyss
The search for solitude has led pilgrims to the edges of the known world – and beyond – throughout history. But few final destinations rival the remoteness of Skellig Michael, a lonely, storm-lashed rock off the west coast of Ireland that doubled as a Jedi sanctuary in Star Wars: The Force Awakens.T
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Visiting Japans ghost island of Hashima
The small island of Hashima was once bustling with a community of 5000 people, who lived alongside the mines they worked. Abandoned in the 1970s, the island and its buildings had been left to the elements. But calls for its preservation, a cameo role in a Bond movie, and Unesco recognition have all
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Getting in touch with traditional Hawaiian culture
For over a thousand years, Hawaiian culture evolved independently from outside influence. Beginning around 300 AD, settlers from Polynesia came to the islands in handmade canoes, navigating using a complex system of wayfaring techniques. Later, waves of new residents arrived to this tiny archipelago
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Top 10 experiences in Dili
The young nation of Timor-Leste may be remote and sparsely populated, but its capital, Dili, is a bustling urban centre. With its streets covered in murals depicting Timorese pride, Dili feels like a city in the midst of reclaiming its national identity – or forging a new one. From day trips and nat
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Ilha Grande: tropical island paradise on Brazil’s Costa Verde
Picture this: a tropical island cloaked in 193 square kilometers of rainforest, dotted with spectacular beaches, threaded with walking trails and devoid of motorized vehicles. Welcome to Ilha Grande! For nature lovers and anyone seeking a slow-paced beach holiday, this vast island along Rio de Janei
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How to eat like a local on Italys Amalfi Coast
Naples, Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast are a culinary Valhalla, where produce and well-trained taste buds have created one of the world’s most envied culinary landscapes. Whet your appetite with the following Italian food essentials, straight from the pages of Lonely Planet’s latest Naples, Pompeii &a
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Exploring Palau: what to do when youre not diving
Palau is famous for its underwater wonders, but theres more to Palau than just diving. This tiny country has lots of activities and attractions to keep travellers happy when theyre not fully submerged. Kayaking, off-road driving, camping and scenic flights are all options. Theres also plenty to comp
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From highway to high waves: five offbeat coastal road trips
Californias Big Sur and Australias Great Ocean Road may get all the headlines when it comes to coastal driving but theyre not the only places where you can lose yourself in spectacular scenery, glowing sunsets and glistening surf.The following routes are equally impressive and also offer quirky cult
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Planning your perfect trip to the Amalfi Coast
South from chaotic and fascinating Naples, the vertiginous and craggy Amalfi Coast – and the three island outposts of Capri, Ischia and Procida – have been a magnet for visitors since Roman times.Hemmed in by high mountains, the coastal towns of the Campania region are physically unspoilt, and they
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Diving in paradise: underwater adventures in Palau
Diving is Palaus biggest drawcard, and for good reason. This western Pacific archipelago boasts an amazing mix of pristine reefs, vertigo-inducing drop-offs, thrilling drift dives, abundant marine life and fascinating WWII shipwrecks. To top it off, waters are warm year-round and diving facilities a
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The best of Waiheke Island
Waiheke Island may be a short ferry ride from Auckland but as the saying goes: it’s a world away. Here old-school beach shacks share the same stunning views as architect-designed mansions, and their millionaire inhabitants are usually indistinguishable from the vineyard workers and retired hippies
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Wild isles: seven great wildlife experiences off Britains coast
Brilliant blue seas teeming with marine life. Cliff faces bearing vast, precarious colonies of sea birds. Moorland roamed by hulking deer. The UK’s islands are beautiful and most are largely untouched, making them wonderful places to see the very best in British wildlife. Puffin watching on the
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Live the good life: 12 local experiences on the Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi Coast is famous for its sophisticated glamour, secret beaches, shady groves and sensational views. Discover a whole new side to the region with our countdown of its 12 best local experiences. 1. Leap into the MediterraneanThe greatest thrill on the Amalfi Coast is to head out for the
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Sultry Southern Thailand: a guide to the Trang Islands
Giant rock formations rise from glimmering emerald waters and sugary beaches wrap jungle-shrouded islands. Speedboats buzz between them, with weathered long-tails puttering behind. This is southern Thailand as you’ve always imagined it, only more beautiful – and less travelled. With improving transp
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