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The Other Side of The Bay

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Less crowded than its immediate neighbour to the west, Bai Tu Long Bay offers an alternative way to experience the magical karst seascapes of northern Vietnam.

Ticket to Ride

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There are easier ways to travel between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, but rail romantics will love the slow pace of Vietnam’s epic train journey.

Resin to Believe

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Known as “the king of scents”, frankincense funded the development of Oman over a period spanning millennia and it still looms large in the country’s psyche.

Making a Splash

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Having fun is a big part of Thai culture, and no celebration is more joyous than Songkran, which combines unabashed revelry with deep spirituality.

Andaman Eats

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With Michelin inspectors now doing yearly rounds, there’s never been a better time to delve into the food culture in Phuket and Phang Nga.

Tower Power

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Following in the footsteps of legendary explorer Sir Percy Cox, our writer gets a feel for Oman’s wild history by visiting Nizwa: one of the country’s oldest cities.

Adventure Central

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Once a cool playground for Vietnamese royalty and the colonial elite, Dalat has rebooted itself as a favored destination for thrill-seekers and culture lovers alike.

Vines of the Times

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A growing taste for wine among Chinese has reactivated longstanding traditions of viticulture in Yunnan’s remote Tacheng Valley.