Elephant Visits with a Difference
Thailand 02.04.2015
As more and more tourism operators move away from offering elephant-riding to tourists, in favour of a more gentle approach to these beautiful animals, we highlight two operations that we would recommend and endorse for your visit to Southe…
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A Guide to Travelling Around Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka 30.03.2015
Travelling around Sri Lanka is on the bucket list for a lot of people, with the country one of the friendliest and most beautiful of anywhere in the world. The pear-shaped island off the coast of India has a population of about 20 million p…
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5 Things to Do in Kathmandu
Nepal 25.03.2015
Nepal's capital is a colourful cacophony of sights and smells, from medieval temples to narrow alleyways, with plenty to see at every turn. Many people spend time in Kathmandu before or after a trek, but the city should be treated as a dest…
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An Army Uncovered: Exploring the Significance of the Terracotta Warriors
China 23.03.2015
Since their discovery in 1974, the Terracotta Warriors have grown in fame and become a must-see for visitors to China. But what are these incredible sculptures and why were they created? Read on to find out more about the thousands of soldi…
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24 Hours in Beijing
China 23.03.2015
China's national capital and cultural heart, Beijing is packed with sights, sounds and smells to dazzle any traveller. If you're planning to visit it as part of a wider tour of China, you might find you don't have masses of time to explore…
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Tea tasting tips for Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka 19.03.2015
Sri Lanka is linked inextricably with tea and since the 1800s, the southern central region of the country has been covered in tea estates and plantations. This stunning landscape has resulted in Sri Lanka becoming the fourth largest produce…
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Trekking in Nepal
Nepal 11.03.2015
Nepal is synonymous with the stunning landscape of the Himalayas and it is not surprising that trekking in this part of the world is on many people's to-do lists. Whereas this region used to be a relatively difficult place to visit, the evo…
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Thailand's Best Hidden Beaches
Thailand 09.03.2015
If you close your eyes and let the images of your perfect trip to Thailand wash into your mind, the chances are there will be a bustling street in Bangkok, saffron-robed monks standing in front of a temple and some delicious Thai green curr…
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Celebrating a Glittering Icon - The Shwedagon Pagoda Festival
Myanmar 04.03.2015
Views of the Shwedagon Pagoda are completely inescapable wherever you are in Yangon. This is partly down to the fact that the impressive religious building sits atop Singuttara Hill overlooking the city, but also the amount of gilding and p…
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5 Reasons to Visit Japan
Japan 02.03.2015
Japan is a fascinating country with lots to explore, but most people have a pre-existing idea of what to expect before they arrive. Some of what you imagine will be true, while other parts will stun and enchant you, so the best way to find…
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Getting a Place on the Happiness Index - Why Life is so Good in Bhutan
Bhutan 26.02.2015
There are several different indices that measure happiness in different countries throughout the world. One of these is the Happy Planet Index (HPI), which has been in existence since 2006, and has seen Bhutan feature in a prominent place o…
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