The Kii Peninsula | Japan’s Sacred Heartland
Japan 04.11.2019
Speak of Japan, and most people think of neon lights, beautiful Geisha, Mount Fuji and brightly lit sushi bars. But the country has a much older, more subtle, traditional and magical side to it – one which I only found out about after a cha…
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Asia: Seven Worlds in One Continent
Sri Lanka 25.10.2019
This weekend, Sir David Attenborough returns to our screens with the highly anticipated ‘Seven Worlds One Planet’ nature documentary that promises to tell “unknown, unseen and unexpected wildlife stories” from across the world’s seven conti…
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Five Reasons Why You Should Spend Two Nights Cruising Halong Bay
Vietnam 16.10.2019
The emerald waters and towering karst islands of Halong Bay are the jewel in Vietnam's scenic crown. Joining the World Heritage list back in 1994, this natural wonder is quite rightly one of the country's most popular attractions. A two-day…
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Best Places to Spend Christmas in Asia
China 09.10.2019
If you're wanting to venture to exotic lands for the impending Yuletide season, Asia offers a plethora of options. For a magical white Christmas, the Far East of Asia is your best bet. Here you'll find beautiful snow-covered landscapes in p…
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Your Quick Guide to Onsen Etiquette in Japan
Japan 16.09.2019
With the 2019 Rugby World Cup now in full swing and the 2020 Summer Olympics looming, all we can think about is Japan and the athletes at the peak of their careers. For these sportsmen and women, there’s nothing better after their physical…
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Komodo Island to close to the public in 2020
Indonesia 23.08.2019
Komodo National Park is made up of three main islands - Komodo Island, Rinca and Padar (there are other smaller surrounding islands). The islands of Komodo and Rinca are collectively home to more than 5,000 Komodo dragons and it’s this fear…
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Best Walking and Trekking Destinations in Asia
Nepal 20.08.2019
As the world's largest and most populous continent, it should come as no surprise that the possibility for outdoor adventure in Asia is endless. It's home to spectacular mountain ranges that just beg to be conquered by those with a sense of…
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Best Safari Accommodation in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka 16.08.2019
From luxury campsites to fully fledged safari lodges, Sri Lanka’s parks offer a great choice of quality accommodation. This dozens of unique wildlife experiences in Sri Lanka, wildlife enthusiasts will be delighted with the options availabl…
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The Sacred Wonders of Asia
Cambodia 13.08.2019
David Abram finds the perfect antidote to Britain’s summer downpours in the new BBC series, ‘Sacred Wonders’. As I write, rain is lashing the office window and more storms are queuing ominously in the Atlantic. It seems the much anticipate…
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Top 5 Hotels in Sri Lanka for Honeymoons
Sri Lanka 05.08.2019
Sri Lanka is chock-full of achingly romantic places to stay, from simple thatched chalets on secluded beaches, to luxurious floating villas in the forest. Making the experience really special, however, is not just down to the choice of prop…
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Top Five Wildlife Experiences in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka 29.07.2019
Think safari and no doubt your mind is drawn to the endless plains of the Serengeti or the open landscapes of the Kruger in Africa. But this is not the only continent to offer rich wildlife experiences and Asia provides wildlife enthusiasts…
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