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The
World
at Your Fingertips |
February 2004 |
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Editor's Note
Why Travel Matters
Here in the Bahamas, there's
a whole other world to discover. Regardless of where we come from, travel
opens up windows to other cultures and ways of thinking. It's one of our
most precious rights. |
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World Spotlight
Andaman Adventure in Thailand
Paradise in southwestern Thailand comes at
an affordable price -- less than $25 a day. From seaside cottages and tiny
villages to white sand beaches and tropical forests, you can't afford to
miss this gorgeous part of Asia. |
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Off-the-Beaten Path
Stop, Look and Listen
It's a jungle out there, but if you
take time to observe,
Costa Rica's Manuel Antonio National Park
will reveal her secrets, from spoonbills and kingfishers to
white-faced capuchin and howler
monkeys. |
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Adventure Travel
Kayaking the Fjords of New Zealand
On New Zealand's South Island, mountains rise from the sea and adventures
are a dime a dozen. Visitors can dangle from bungee cords, jet down rivers
or even get shot into the air. We choose a quiet cruise through Fiordland
National Park. |
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Historical
Travel
Tracking Down the Choo-Choo
Who can mention Chattanooga without whistling
the song, “Chattanooga Choo-Choo?” But was there really a famous train by
this name? A visit to this southern town provides the answer -- and a fun
experience along the way. |
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World's Most
Fascinating People
Preserving Our Father's Legacy
Though they lost their
father, Croatian artist Marijan Kockovic, when they were barely teens,
these two young men are reclaiming their heritage and reminding the world
who their father was. |
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Photo Essay
Island Hopping in the Scottish Sea Kingdom
Just off the western coast of Scotland
lie the remote Argyll’s Atlantic Islands, home to some unique wildlife and
a few hearty Scots. |
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Another View
Music to the Soul in Bali
Whether you're observing a village funeral, playing
bamboo flutes with the locals or taking in some Balinese arts, visitors
receive "blessings" here in Bali. |
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Special
Encore
Section
Halfway to Heaven - Touring the Hawaiian Islands
Although Hawaii became the 50th American
state in 1959, it remains a world of its own. From the remote beaches of
Hawaii's Big Island to adventure sports on Kauai, each island offers
something unique. Take our photo tour of Hawaii, and get the scoop on
island culture with "One, Many, All."
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The
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Departments |
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Good Taste
Sipping a Cold One with “Papa”
Tucked away on
a tiny Havana side street
is the Bodequita Del Medio, one of Cuba's most famous bars.
A favorite with patrons like
Nat King Cole and Ernest
Hemmingway, the Bodeguita is the perfect stop for a refreshing Mojito. |
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It Really
Happened
Elephant Sighting in the Grotto
Cultures sometimes clash in the
strangest of ways. At a spa in Tuscany, an American confronts her own
inhibitions -- and finds them quite humorous. |
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The Scoop
Travel News You Can Use
Exciting travel stories from around the world, from whale-watching in
Hawaii to snow sports in Finland. Look for vacation ideas here! |
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Your
Travel Health
Overcoming Jet Lag
If you journey very often, chances are you've struggled
with this draining by-product of travel. Here are a few easy steps to
overcoming it. |
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Contributors
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from the world's top travel writers |
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