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Mercury Is this the world's sexiest train?
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THE future of rail travel in the UK will be sexy, speedy and luxurious, says the designer of a futuristic train.
Extreme travel Is travel abduction worth it?
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BEING blindfolded, bound, gagged and beaten might appeal to a few, but has this latest experiential travel trend gone too far?
Ski Tips Guys vs girls on the slopes
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HOW do men differ from women on the snow fields? Find out with these girls-only skiing tips.
Top The world's most underrated destinations
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MANY will tell you the best destinations have already been overrun by tourists, but Escape’s travel writers know that’s not entirely true.
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10 best free things to do in the UK
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THINGS are always better when they're free, especially when they include quirky festivals, sculptures and blockbuster films.
Stunning animal snaps
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Breathtaking images transport wild animals from Africa to the UK's urban jungle
Inside the world's tallest hotel
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MEASURING 488m and boasting plenty of bling, we take a look inside The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Hong Kong before it opens in late 2010.
Etihad Airways The rise of first-class travel
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THERE are now a myriad of choices at the height of luxury as airlines go head to head to make first-class travel something special.
Coral at Christmas Christmas Island's underwater delight
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CLEAR water, calm beaches, Avatar-like coral and the chance to swim with whale sharks prove there's more to Christmas Island than meets the eye.
Pullman Bercy Style in the City of Love
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DISCOVER the latest in hotel concept rooms in Paris, where the boundaries of typical luxury rooms have been erased.
Masai Mara Enter the wildlife of Kenya
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FROM the hippos to the elephants to the giraffes, there is only one way to see some of the best wildlife in the world: on a Masai Mara camp.
Pampering Luxury at sea with the Silver Spirit
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THE pampering onboard this cruise ship includes a butler, champagne and a luxury suite that is more a roomy apartment than a compact cabin.
The Priory Tasmania's luxury mancation
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WHISKEY tasting, golf and a hotel beyond luxurious - escape with the lads in style at this Tassie Tudor mansion.
AlpspiX Tower Is this the scariest viewing platform?
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WITH its 13m platform the only thing between you and a 1000m drop to the bottom of the German Alps, the new AlpspiX viewing tower is not for the faint hearted.
Event Planner Best ski parties and festivals 2010
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WITH more parties, more festivals, and more chances to don your fancy dress clothes, the 2010 ski season is bigger and better than ever.
Victoria All-out action on the Murray
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FROM learning to fly a plane to kicking back on a kayak, the road from Echuca to Albury has proven itself action packed.
World Expedition Spiritual journey through the Himalayas
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DISCOVER yourself on the rocky road from Manali to Vashisht among monasteries, motorbikes and Bollywood moves.
The Strip Surviving Kings Cross
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NAUGHTY yet nice, there's no need to be intimidated by Kings Cross - from where to party to what to avoid, here are some insider tips for the strip.
Cool spots Best Aussie winter escapes
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FROM sloshing wine in the Barossa to lounging in Darwin's deckchair cinema - here is Australia's must-do winter travel guide.
Beginner's Guide What not to do at the snow
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BEER goggles are out and rum shots are a no,no. Take these top tips to the slopes to stop you popping up on YouTube.
Turkey and Greece Celebs and sunburn cruising the Med
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DISCOVER the delights of Greece and Turkey in just eight days, on board the Star Clipper.
Tarantula Tours Spider hunting the latest tourist craze
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HUNTING tarantulas and then eating them has become the latest extreme tourist experience in Cambodia.
Four Steps Guide yourself through Berlin
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HERE are four easy steps to take you around all the must-see sights in Berlin without having to set foot on a tour bus.
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