9 Great Things to Do in Australia
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Heading to the land of Oz? Be sure to check out our must-dos while you're there!
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Study, Work and Volunteer in Extreme Environments
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The lowdown on studying, working and volunteering in the world's most geographically extreme environments.
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Britain's Vital Statistics
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- Written by: Simon Worsfold
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Backdoor Britain
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- Written by: Simon Worsfold
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These days, the UK is full of visitors and with the upcoming London Olympics it's only going to get worse. Learn how to see the best the UK has to offer, while avoiding the crowds and making those loonies last.
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Backgrounder: Afghanistan
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Beyond the bombings: a glimpse of Afghanistan's recent and not-so-recent history.
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Backgrounder: Aceh
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- Written by: Tom Peacock
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This province of Indonesia felt the impact of the 2004 tsunami more than anywhere else on the planet. The good news? It has helped to wage peace in this war-torn region.
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Beat the Heat: How to Treat and Prevent Heat Stroke
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- Written by: Dr. Mark Wise
- Category: Travel Health
Losing your cool can be hazardous to your health.
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Must-See Global Eco Hotspots
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Attention eco-conscious travellers! This special destination section scans the map for the planet's top biological hotspots. From historical landmarks to reefs and forests, here are 13 eco hotspots you need to see—and ways you can make your travels contribute to their conservation.
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A Travellers' Guide to Going Carbon-Neutral
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A travellers' guide to going carbon-neutral.
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Preventing Cold-Related Injury and Illness
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- Written by: Dr. Mark Wise
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Don't get caught out in the cold. A look at cold exposure, its dangers and treatments.
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What are Your Travel Ethics?
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- Written by: Bill Frederick
- Category: Budget Traveller
Bill Frederick kicks off Verge Magazine's new Travel Ethics column with a look at the counterpoint of competing values.
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Travel Health Resources
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- Written by: Jeff Minthorn
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Are headlines in the news giving you cold feet about the big trip you've been planning for months?
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Backgrounder: Nepal
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Nepal is a tiny country in the Himalayas squeezed between China to the north and India to the south. It is home to the world's highest peak, Mount Everest, and has long been the destination of choice for outdoor adventure travel.
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Backgrounder: DR Congo
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Once known simply as Congo and more recently (from 1971-1997) as Zaire, the Democratic Republic of Congo is a vast central African country of immense natural resources.
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