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The World
at Your Fingertips

February 2004

Features

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

The World
at Your Fingertips

Departments

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.

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.

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!

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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