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What to do in Nagano beyond skiing: Explore Matsumoto’s food, forests and a lakeside retreat

Nagano charms beyond skiing: Thick toast at Tearoom Koide, Yamabe’s rolling vineyards, and daybreak balloon rides.
Nagano charms beyond skiing: Thick toast at Tearoom Koide, Yamabe’s rolling vineyards, and daybreak balloon rides.

Yakushima travel guide: Ancient forests, seaside hot springs and flying fish

Local hikers make quick work of the 22km round-trip Jomonsugi Trail in Yakushima. Made up 90% of mountainous terrain, the island has 2,000m peaks, ancient temperate rainforests and dramatic coast lines.
Local hikers make quick work of the 22km round-trip Jomonsugi Trail in Yakushima. Made up 90% of mountainous terrain, the island has 2,000m peaks, ancient temperate rainforests and dramatic coast lines.

Malaga travel: 4 things to do in the gateway to Spain’s Mediterranean coast

The picturesque town of Ronda is a perfect day trip from Malaga.
The picturesque town of Ronda is a perfect day trip from Malaga.

Fukuoka food guide: Best value markets, sushi, oysters and yatai 

After a dozen visits to Fukuoka over the past two decades, the writer recommends value-for-money, quality dining spots worth either a queue or lengthy detour.
After a dozen visits to Fukuoka over the past two decades, the writer recommends value-for-money, quality dining spots worth either a queue or lengthy detour.

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Six things to do in Australia’s Northern Territory

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Where to go in Hong Kong for art, history and memorable meals

Check out culinary hot spots and cultural exhibits in Hong Kong, including artwork from South Korean contemporary artist Lee Bul and artefacts from ancient Egypt.
Check out culinary hot spots and cultural exhibits in Hong Kong, including artwork from South Korean contemporary artist Lee Bul and artefacts from ancient Egypt.

Beyond Rwanda’s gorilla trekking, luxury lodges tempt travellers to linger

Guests can opt to sleep under the stars at Wilderness Magashi Peninsula, among a few new luxury lodges turning Rwanda into a multi-stop safari circuit.
Guests can opt to sleep under the stars at Wilderness Magashi Peninsula, among a few new luxury lodges turning Rwanda into a multi-stop safari circuit.

A food lover’s guide to Tasmania: Farms, vineyards, distilleries and more

Iain Field (right) is one half of the married couple running Tongola Cheese, which produces handmade cheese from the milk of goats they rear on Leap Farm.
Iain Field (right) is one half of the married couple running Tongola Cheese, which produces handmade cheese from the milk of goats they rear on Leap Farm.

Tasmania for non-hikers: Wildlife, sauna cruises and treetop adventures

Tahune Adventures includes walking trails and suspension bridges that overlook the Huon and Picton rivers.
Tahune Adventures includes walking trails and suspension bridges that overlook the Huon and Picton rivers.

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Escape to Adelaide for its koala encounters, award-winning cheese, fresh fruit and wine

Pet a koala and sip wine from the Barossa Valley in Adelaide, whose appeal lies in its relaxed pace and cultural moxie.
Pet a koala and sip wine from the Barossa Valley in Adelaide, whose appeal lies in its relaxed pace and cultural moxie.

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