Sail of the Century
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Tracing naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace’s long way home, Marco Ferrarese voyages from West Papua to the northern Moluccas, crossing the Halmahera Sea in a traditional wooden phinisi vessel.
Destinations
Phuket Confidential
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Thailand’s biggest island is no stranger to tourism, but it remains full of intriguing discoveries. Duncan Forgan revs up his motorbike to uncover some of Phuket’s hidden secrets
Temple Town Transformed
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Siem Reap experienced a major makeover during the pandemic. Cambodia-based writer Jonathan Evans recounts his first-ha¬nd experience watching the changes unfold
Peak Performer
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Scaling Mount Kinabalu remains one of the region’s most popular active adventures. Duncan Forgan pits his calf muscles to the test on the slopes of Southeast Asia’s highest mountain
Wild Wild West
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Nestled near the border with Myanmar, Sangkhlaburi offers fascinating cultural juxtapositions as well as some of Thailand’s impressive scenery
Truly remote: Tajikistan’s Bartang Valley
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This highlight of the Pamir Highway features jagged peaks, a rushing river, and timeless Tajik culture
Singapore’s top-5 Venues for Hainanese Chicken Rice
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The best places to sample one of the island nation’s signature dishes
From Sea to Plate: Sampling the Fruits of the Ocean in Oman
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With its extensive coastline and rich fishing heritage, the Arabian nation is heaven for lovers of seafood
Vintage Bangkok: Where to peruse purchases with a past
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From record shops selling classic vinyl to fascinating flea markets, the Thai capital abounds with charismatic browsing options
Delta Hues
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Often undervalued by visitors to Vietnam, the Mekong Delta is a verdant land of plenty, ideal for biking
Alinja Castle: The Machu Picchu of the Caucasus?
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In a remote corner of Azerbaijan, a ruined crag-top castle site is so dramatic that it’s often compared to the far more famous lost city of the Incas.
Beyond Baku
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Variety is the spice of life in compact, accessible Azerbaijan.