The Philippines - beyond the beaches
25 June 2010
Think of the Philippines and images of gorgeous beaches and crystal blue seas are sure to spring to mind. Islands such as Boracay and Palawan easily attract...
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7 bizarre bars
9 June 2010
Nothing makes a drink taste better than sitting in an alien's lap while you have it. Right?...
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Let it rain - enjoying Southeast Asias wet season
25 June 2010
It's the rainy season in Southeast Asia. Don't worry, it probably won’t rain all the time – probably just in the afternoon (admittedly, rather a lot). Even though the rainy season...
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Arrival rituals - think yours are strange?
What’s the first thing Lybian leader Colonel Muammar Gaddafi does when he arrives in a new place? He insists upon erecting his tent in his hosts’ lawns to receive guests...
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Embrace embarrassment - learn a second language!
25 June 2010
So you wanna learn a second language during your stay abroad? Sure, classes, textbooks and flashcards work – but we’ve got some tips for...
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Travel photography: How to photograph people
25 June 2010
Sick of snapshots that are just a bit, well, ordinary? In this article we share tips for capturing the wow factor when you...
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