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This tiny strip of sand in the Pacific is what dreams are made of
More than 35 years after a failed attempt to visit Mystery Island, I finally made it – only to find it’s not so mysterious.
- by Craig Platt
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The world’s 15 greatest seas and how to explore them in comfort
Dreaming of sailing the seven seas? Even better, match these 15 amazing expanses of water with the best lines for a cruise of a lifetime.
- by Brian Johnston
The surprising things I learnt about Mediterranean food on a cruise
As a former food-magazine editor, I wasn’t expecting to broaden my culinary knowledge on a cruise ship.
- by Trudi Jenkins
The hidden Japanese town that time forgot
Big hotels are banned and the buildings that are here are camouflaged in a dense valley of trees.
- by Brian Johnston
This wildlife moment beats seeing the Mona Lisa or the Colosseum
Nothing in nature runs to a timetable, which makes this intimate experience with sea turtles in the Northern Territory all the more memorable.
- by Craig Tansley
Travel quiz: Suvarnabhumi Airport is in which Asian capital city?
Are you an expert traveller? Test your knowledge with the weekly travel quiz.
The best (and worst) times to visit the world’s greatest tourist sites
These are some of the world’s most popular – and crowded – places, but if you plan your visit correctly, you can experience them without the tourist hordes.
- by Brian Johnston
The 20 bucket-list restaurants you must try in Bali
Who needs a Michelin guide? There are plenty of star-worthy places in Bali that don’t need approval from France.
- by Penny Watson
This is one of the most beautiful regions on Earth. I’m reluctant to reveal it
To international visitors, Asturias remains something of a secret. And it’s one that, even now, I’m a little hesitant to let slip.
- by Ben Groundwater
This ancient site is goosebump-inducing
In the lead-up to the Olympic Games, take a look at the place where it all began.
- by Kate Armstrong
Despite its issues, Britain’s answer to Vegas keeps bringing in tourists
Years of under-investment, deprivation, unreliable weather and boozy stag and hen parties haven’t stopped Blackpool being fun for all the family.
- by Steve McKenna