A Billion Shades of Sand
Over 60 pharaohs' tombs were found in the Valley of the Kings. Loads of exciting treasures were found buried with them, like King Tut's golden mask. But there was also...
Journey to the Centre of the Earth
Tips for snorkelling: spit on the inside of your goggles to stop them fogging up; if water gets into your snorkel just say the word 'two' to clear it; if you see a...
You're so Altiplano
La Paz is the highest capital city on Earth. Once you get over the altitude cikness you'll feel like 7 million Bolivianos (that's a million bucks to you).
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Un Poco Peru
Your first priority should be ordering a plate of fried cuy (guinea pig). Peruvians eat around 65 million of the critters each year. Cusco’s main cathedral even has a...
The Republic of China Uncensored
From Peking duck to fried pork dumplings, a Chinese feed is one of life’s pleasures. Please note: rooster blood, duck tongues and scorpions on sticks are optional.
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Feel the Burm
When we talk about getting off the beaten track, we’re talking about Burma: hill tribes who’ve never seen foreigners, one-legged rowing fisherman,...
