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11 Amazing Places to Visit in Asia

Backpacking around Asia has been incredible. From unforgettable Angkor Wat to gorgeous remote islands, these are some of my favourite spots.

Waking up to views like this in Tajikistan was magical

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14 Epic Multi-Day Hiking Destinations: From Famed Peaks to Offbeat Trails

Get outside and soothe your soul on one of these offbeat multi-day hiking trails covering peaks, pilgrimages and coastal escapes.

Taiwan Lantern Festival vs Sky Lantern Festival

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Visiting the Taiwan Lantern Festival vs Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival

Every Lunar New Year, Taiwan's Lantern Festival and Sky Lantern Festival illuminate and excite. Here's what to consider when planning your visit.

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25 Unique and Incredible Islands To Visit in 2025

From penguin colonies and dragons to glaciers and temples, these are some of the world's best islands to visit for a unique escape in 2025.

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A Quick Guide to Vietnam’s Top Experiences, Destinations, Dishes & Stays

Discover the best of Vietnam with this quick travel guide covering the country's top cities, experiences, detours and unique stays.

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11 Fantastic Green Ecotourism Destinations To Visit in 2025

Plan your next green getaway from one of these well-established or up-and-coming ecotourism destinations.

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The Kumbh Mela in Photos: Postcards From India’s Greatest Gathering

The Kumbh Mela is the largest, and one of the most spiritual, events globally. Enjoy these photos and facts for an introductory insight.

Padar Island in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

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9 Blissful Beach Destinations for Sun, Sand, and Serenity

From favourites like Florida to lesser-known Sumba and the Albanian Riviera, these are some of the world's best beach destinations.

Karkalpakstan is one of the most remote-feeling destinations in the world

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8 Remote and Secluded Places to Travel for an Isolated Escape

Experience a true escape at these eight isolated places where you can get away from it all amongst dunes, wildlife or vast, empty nothingness.

Searching for deals takes a little longer, but it's worth it when you find a great one

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Luxury Island Face-Off: Maldives vs Mauritius, Aruba vs Antigua… or perhaps Pacific Fiji

With white sands, luxury resorts, and bath-like waters the battle of luxury islands is on: Aruba, Antigua, Fiji, Maldives or Mauritius?

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Cremations and Celebrations: One Day in Varanasi, India’s Holiest City

Varanasi is a city unlike any other. From the sunrise ceremonies on the Ghats until the incredible celebrations after sunset, this is one of India's most unforgettable destinations

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China In Photos: Postcards From Beijing to Hong Kong

These 50 photos will take you from Beijing to Hong Kong by train, calling at Xian, Suzhou and Shanghai, plus Longji and Yangshuo.

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A quick guide to Sri Lanka’s UNESCO attractions

Sri Lanka is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Listed attractions, from ancient and lofty citadels to temples deep inside caves.

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Where To Stay In Bali: Best Places and All Areas Guide

Bali, the Island of the Gods divides us into love or hate camps. But really, I think it is as simple as picking the right area to stay in to really enjoy your trip. So, where should you stay when you're in Bali?

Colourful illuminated Chinese fish in Chinatown

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Exploring Singapore’s Coolest Quarter: Chinatown and Keong Saik Road

Singapore might be famed for its futuristic side, but a chilled, chic and traditional experience awaits in Chinatown and Keong Saik Road.

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Indonesia Travel Guide

From where to stay in Bali, what to explore in Java, best times to visit, the weather and visas... everything you need to plan your Indonesia trip.

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Sri Lanka Travel Guide

Where to stay in Sri Lanka, beautiful beaches, best times to visit, the weather and visas... everything you need to plan a Sri Lanka trip.

Green rice fields of Chau Doc as seen while perched on a rock

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Meandering Along the Mekong: Phnom Penh to Chau Doc by Boat

Travelling from Phnom Penh to Chau Doc will reward you with lush rice fields, temples and floating villages. Details on boats, visas and hotels.

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Stopover in Singapore: How To Spend One to Five Days

With the 'worlds best airport' people are lining up to pass through, but I say stop stopovers and discover how diverse this garden city can be! A Singapore travel guide from high rises to wildlife run islands...

A viewing platform on the rocky Sado Island coast

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Sado Island: A two-day Tokyo escape of Taiko drums, tub boats and temples

Sado Island isn't far from Tokyo, but it feels a world away. Discover traditional Taiko drums, tub boats, temples and rugged rock formations.

Noh Theatre Stage Outside in Sado Island

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Reasons to visit Sado Island, Japan

Sado Island provides the chance to step back in time. Discover the top reasons to visit Sado Island, from gold mines to traditions like Tub Boats and Taiko Drumming.