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Hunting with pygmies in the Central African Republic
I’d always been under the impression that when stalking animals, silence, caution and patience were virtues. So I was confounded to see my hunting party race around screaming, singing and generally having a right old jolly after laying nets through the undergrowth. It was only later that day that I
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Born free...again: the revival of Kenyas Meru National Park
Elsa was not your normal ‘pet’. Yes, she was soft and furry and could be affectionate, but at the end of the day...Elsa was a lion.Meru National Park, which sits on the slopes of Mount Kenya, would have been a popular safari destination even without Elsa and her human ‘friends’, George and Joy Adams
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Living with Kenyas Maasai people
In southwestern Kenya, lions, giraffes, zebras and gazelles share the rangelands of the Great Rift Valley with the Maasai people. Many of these warrior-pastoralists continue to keep herds of cattle, sheep, and goats, perform age-old rites of passage, and live off the grid in traditional manyattas –
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Travelling like a local in a foreign place means going off the beaten path in and out of town. On your next big city trip, put a day or so aside for an adventure within an adventure, forget the hassles of driving, and discover what lies beyond the metro maps.1. Athens to Hydra Santorini’s stark
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Going back in time in Mid
Often overlooked in the rush to Wales’s more famous regions, Mid-Wales is the perfect base for an outdoor holiday with plenty of old-school charm. You can escape the crowds found elsewhere, allowing visitors to experience a deeper and more personal connection with nature and local history. As every
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Costa Rica’s top five marine adventures
Costa Rica’s thriving forests and abundant wildlife have made it a premier destination for eco-travelers, but the country’s lesser-known offshore environments teem with life and have just as much to set the spine tingling. Sadly, in recent years these underwater habitats have been tainted by overfis
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Quirky sleeps: Swedens top 10 unusual hotels
Sweden’s varied landscape, from the frozen reaches of the north to its vast forests and lakes, combines with cutting-edge design to inspire some unique lodgings. Heres our pick of the countrys quirkiest sleeps, taking you underground, underwater, face-to-face with wildlife and beyond. IcehotelN
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This other Eden: the Azores, Europes secret islands of adventure
For in-the-know travellers, the Azores have long represented a beckoning blip on the radar of possible destinations. Recognition from Unesco and other organisations has helped that blip to pulse more brightly over the years.But most people still know little, if anything, about this far-flung archipe
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Thailand’s ecotourism hot spots: a quick guide to sustainable travel in the Land of Smiles
While Thailand benefits from being one of the top 10 most touristed nations on earth, welcoming 25 million annual visitors presents considerable challenges for the sustainability of its natural environment and rich cultural traditions. Fortunately, minimising your footprint in Thailand has never bee
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Buenos Aires by bike
Almost completely flat with a network of bike lanes now covering more than 130km, cycling is often the quickest and always the most pleasurable way to get around in Buenos Aires.Cycling around Argentinas capital, you’ll find yourself part of the city’s greatest charm: the everyday lives of its eccen
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Is whale watching ethical?
Humans have long been fascinated by whales - think Moby Dick, Free Willy and Whale Rider. Its not surprising that this curiosity has led to a tourist phenomenon - the modern-day whale watching trip.These days, hundreds of boats worldwide transport thousands of camera-toting tourists out to sea to wa
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Top tips for responsible travel in Aboriginal Australia
In the rush of excitement to see the worlds best sights one can sometimes forget to acknowledge their sanctity. This is certainly true in Central Australia, where most of the top tourist magnets, like Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), have their significance anchored in ancient Aborigin
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Five amazing places to experience another culture
Learning about the culture and customs of other people is one of the great experiences of travel. Explore the planets diversity with one of these locally owned and authentic tribal encounters. Trekking with the Hmong around Sapa, northern VietnamNegotiate generations-old mountain tracks and casca
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A wild camper’s guide to the world
Waking up surrounded by natural beauty and experiencing the solitude of the countryside is what lures many a traveller to wild camping.As romantic as it sounds, there are still rules to consider – rules that not only make the experience safe and rewarding, but also preserve such special places for t
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How to cycle NYC like a pro
A perfect balance of urban landscape and green space, New York lends itself to one of the healthiest, most enjoyable outdoors pursuits – cycling. This may be a surprise to those who still envision the Big Apple as a gritty no-go zone for pedalers. In fact, New York has hundreds of miles of bike lane
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How to pick a green hotel
Finding a hotel with environmental initiatives has never been easier, but knowing which hotels are truly worthy of your eco-conscious buck isn’t quite so simple.Here are five reliable ways you can lighten your carbon footprint while travelling around the world.Choose a carbon-neutral hotel Respo
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Better on a bike: Victorias cycling trails
Victoria, in Australias southeast corner, is the perfect destination for two-wheeled touring. It stuffs a good cross-section of Australia’s varied delights into one manageable package and is well served for cycling infrastructure. Whether it’s cruising through lush farmland from winery to country pu
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How to go green when you travel
Traveling green takes a little extra effort at first, but it soon becomes second nature and those extra steps can enhance every trip you take. Not only will you feel better about your travels, but you’ll also leave a more positive impression on the place you visited and often have more meaningful ex
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