Top tips for visiting Jeju Island, South Korea
The what, when and where of the volcanic playground…. Hiring a car To put it plainly, this really is the best way to see the island. The bus system is …
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Krakatoa: a savage volcano that doubles as an island paradise
Because what part of ‘violent, destructive volcano’ doesn’t say ‘holiday’?
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Pedra da Gavea: South America’s best vantage point
Because what’s a little imminent death on a hike between friends?
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Death Road: How to disobey your mother, and how not to careen of a cliff
Death Road: Two words that probably shouldn’t be used in a single sentence, let alone be a destination of choice.
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The Amazon: How to get to Rurrenabaque, or, how to almost die on Death Road
Much cheaper than a plane, but the ‘I’m very much going to die’ factor increases tenfold. Also, there will be almost-flying chicks you have to worry about
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Dubai in 48 hours (or, more realistically, 7 days and a bottomless bank account)
It’s not all about the Burj Khalifa. Okay, it’s a lot about the Burj Khalifa but it’s worth also hoofing it further afield; Deira, Old Dubai and the likes all have their treasures.
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How to hike Ella Rock, and not get ripped off
There’s a bunch of tracks criss-crossing Ella Rock, and plenty of people ready to tell you you’re going the wrong way. Here’s how to do it and actually reach the top
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Crete: turqouise seas, a long-ass gorge and amazing food
Deceptively large, and extremely diverse – you’re going to need more than a week to make the most of this corner of Greece… Crete is a freaking big place, and it’s …
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Samaria Gorge: Europe’s longest gorge – supposedly
Just an hour’s drive south sits one of Crete’s most well-known attractions, and well-known it may be but overrun it is not. While we’re sure we could sway you into doing …
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Meteora – arguably Greece’s best UNESCO site
Reason enough why you should give the mainland a solid shot You’ve likely seen it from the skies on one viral drone video or another, but actually seeing these ancient …
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