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Russian Arctic: Exploring the Kola Peninsula
The 24-hour daylight gives the forested landscape an otherworldly sheen as the train rattles north, past several white-water rivers. Having previously explored the country of my birth from east to west, I am headed north, drawn by the romantic images of the Russian Arctic I’ve entertained since chil
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Outlaws, warriors & poets: five great Viking experiences in Iceland
During the Viking Age, fortune-seeking Scandinavians traded and marauded across Britain, France, Germany, Russia and beyond. Some of the heartiest Vikings settled on raw, uninhabited Iceland, forging farmsteads and leading adventurous, bloody lives. Today you can retrace their steps through ancient
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Best Indigenous tourism experiences in Australias Top End
Australia’s Top End offers a unique opportunity to discover, explore and interact with Australian Indigenous culture. The Top End encompasses a massive sweep of the country from Cape York in Queensland, through to the Kimberley region of Western Australia. The area was settled by Australias Aborigin
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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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Where to ski in Switzerland: 5 great winter resorts beyond the big
Verbier, Zermatt, St Moritz, Davos-Klosters – these alpine resorts are synonymous with skiing in Switzerland. And for good reason – they offer some of the most varied terrain, a range of accommodation options and the best après ski and fine dining scenes in the Swiss Alps.These resorts are also amon
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Wild Debrecen: a weekend in Hungary’s refreshing second city
Even in Debrecen’s city centre, wilderness beckons. Forested parkland hugs the northern rim of Hungary’s second city, while 40km west lie the great plains of Hortobágy National Park. But despite natural riches at its fringes, as well as spas and a gleaming historic centre, Debrecen remains a juicy s
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Ten reasons to visit Bosnia & Hercegovina
One of Europes less-visited countries, the former-Yugoslavian nation of Bosnia & Hercegovina (BiH) is a treasure-trove of architectural and natural beauty. Even if you have just a couple of days, it’s worth nipping in from neighbouring Croatia or Serbia to see Mostar’s iconic bridge or to stroll
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Alternative Angkor: Siem Reap beyond the temples
The Temples of Angkor are an iconic symbol of Southeast Asia and rightly Cambodias top attraction. But Siem Reap, gateway to Angkor, offers much more than temples and is emerging as an activity centre for the Mekong region. With microlight flights, ziplining, cooking classes, horse-riding, the circu
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Hermit Kingdom travel primer: what to know before you visit North Korea
North Korea is a curious but compelling place to visit, and one of the only places in the world where even the most hardcore independent travellers find themselves signing up for a package tour.The restrictions on what you can see and do are tight, but as the country very slowly continues to open up
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Thailand’s unexplored north
Combining mountainous landscapes, cultural treasures and many untouristed corners, Thailand’s north is arguably the part of the country most apt for exploration. To inspire you to blaze your own trail, we’ve put together a shortlist of low-key, visit-worthy destinations that you won’t find on mos
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Hideaway hotels you cant reach by road
Leave your Samsonite above the wardrobe and your car keys on the dresser, you wont be needing either on this trip around some of the planets more access-challenged accommodation. Travel light, wear sensible shoes, and take some deep breaths...
Hotel Pilatus-Kulm, Lucerne, Switzerland
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Ten lesser
With the sheer number of haunted destinations in the world, it doesnt seem fair that well-known creepy sites, like Bran Castle in Transylvania, get all the attention. So here are 10 obscure ghastly places that will curl your toes. You can even spend the night at some of them, if you dare.Fort Garry
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Once the realm of Silk Road merchants and Great Game spies, the Heavenly Mountains and Black Sand deserts of the Stans, as the five countries of Central Asia are affectionately known, have historically been the stuff of epic overland trips taking many months and much bureaucracy.With the region’s fl
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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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How to be a traveller close to home
Whether its an empty wallet, a heavy workload, or a young family tied to the school term thats preventing you from travelling, the situation doesnt have to extinguish your wanderlust.Follow our tips and tricks to see a familiar world with fresh eyes. From camping trips in the back garden to claiming
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Exploring Drama, northern Greece’s best
There’s been lots of drama in Greece lately. But you’ve probably not heard about Drama as a travel destination, given Greece is more famous for its islands or major cities. If you’re looking for somewhere unspoilt and (so far) untouched by tourists, this lush mountainous region tucked away in the no
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Green escapes: spectacular parks near great cities
Burned out by the relentless pace of your city break? These on-the-doorstep parks are perfect when you need to escape from the urban jungle.From sea cliffs south of London to a beach on the fringes of Hong Kong and a fanciful chateau on the edge of Paris, it’s worth taking time out of your hectic si
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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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The Okavango: why you need a safari in Botswanas delta
Sitting at the geographical heart of southern Africa, Botswanas Okavango Delta is the closest thing to Eden left on the planet. Amid the sandy thorn-scrub of the Kalahari Desert, its 15,000 square kilometres of champagne-coloured rivers, papyrus-choked reed beds and lily-covered lagoons represent on
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Lost cities: where to pretend you are Indiana Jones
Unearthing lost cities used to be the preserve of machete-wielding, Indiana Jones types, but advances in technology lie behind the most recent discoveries rather any derring-do in the jungle.One of the most groundbreaking recent finds lay hidden in Honduras’ near-impenetrable La Moskitia rainforest
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