Unique New ZealandNew Zealand is a place of wild elemental beauty with modern cities and a vibrant ancient Maori culture. It's a truly unique place where you can stalk Kiwi birds gasp at geysers and quake at the sight of the dark land of Mordor from Lord of the Rings.
Unique MalaysiaMalaysia offers one of the richest and most diverse travel experiences in Southeast Asia. This friendly multicultural society offers convenient transport and a stunning array of attractions,including grand cities, and deserted beaches.
Festive JapanJapan is home to some of the world's most colourful and dignified festivals. These range from events celebrating nature such as the cherry blossom festival and Setsubun to those such as Kodomo-no-i which honour children.
Festive New ZealandStrong agricultural and sporting traditions together with the native Maori culture mean that New Zealand is a country with a rich calendar of colourful festivals and events. Here are three of the most interesting of New Zealand's festivals.
Festive ThailandFestivals in Thailand are dignified and beautiful occasions which reveal the people's love of beauty and ritual. Here's some of the most fascinating Thai festivals - Songkran and the Vegetarian Festival held in Phuket.
Festive MalaysiaMalaysia's truly diverse multicultural culture can be best seen during one of its many festivals and celebrations. Each of Malaysia's cultural groups has its own festivals and celebrations and each month sees a host of colourfulfestivities.
Festive IndiaCelebration is part of the fabric of Indian life and the Indians have special days for gods, gurus, seasons and phases of the sun and moon. Here are three of the most colourful and exotic - Holi, Nariel Purnima and Diwali.
Unique ChinaChina is an ancient inscrutable land that yields its secrets only to the determined and the seeker who knows where to look. Museums are one place to touch the past. Check out these three to get in touch with this ancient kingdom and its treasures.
Unique CaribbeanThe Caribbean, ancient haunt of pirates, calypso music and resplendent history makes a vacation destination without peer. Here's a look at three Caribbean nations and some ways to unlock their past
Unique CanadaThe world's second largest nation yet with a population less than that of California, Canada is a land of great contrasts and diversity. It's a nation of great cities and wonderful scenery from the Atlantic in the east to the Pacific in the west.
Unique BrazilBrazil is so vast and full of treasures that exploring it would take a lifetime. So how do you choose what to see and do on your vacation? Here are three destinations that can help you understand and enjoy this multifaceted country.
Unique ArgentinaArgentina offers the visitor so much it's hard to know where to start. But to truly experience this South American nation you need to touch the tango, wet your whistle with the local wine and watch the whales.
Festive ChinaThe Chinese calendar is brimming with festivals and ceremonies of all kinds. Here's we'll look at 3 very special Chinese festivals - the birthday of Confucius, the Beijing Kite Festival, and the big one, Chinese New Year, as celebrated in Hong Kong
Festive CanadaCanada's great size and diversity makes it home to a vast range of festivals and celebrations from the Festival of Seal Jaws to Easter like the Quebec Winter Carnival, the Canadian National Exhibition, and Vancouver's Celebration of Light.
Festive BrazilThe Brazilians are among the world's greatest partiers. So it's not surprising that their calendar is full of festivals and events for celebration. Here's a look at three of the most vibrant festivals in this South American land.
Festive ArgentinaFestival time in Argentina offers a chance to join in some unique celebrations. Not only are these events supremely enjoyable, they also offer fascinating glimpses into the people and the country.
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