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  1. Paying tribute: where to visit famous memorials

    01 November 2012

    When you travel, are you looking for 100% rest and relaxation? Or do you find yourself drawn to the history...

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  2. Where and how to meet minorities in Southeast Asia

    28 June 2012

    Minority cultures in Southeast Asia are often time capsules of earlier lifestyles that have escaped the full force of...

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  3. The world’s most iconic human-made structures

    27 June 2012

    The world is full of incredible buildings, but what about those that have become truly iconic, the instantly recognisable ones...

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  4. Cambodian etiquette: a politeness how-to guide

    26 June 2012

    These culture tips are taken from Lonely Planet’s guide to Cambodia.Top 10 tips to earn the respect of the localsTake...

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  5. Vanishing history: the most intriguing lost cities

    25 June 2012

    War, weather, cosmic intervention or simply a case of purpose served…nothing lasts forever. We go exploring some of the world’s...

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  6. Island-hopping off Cambodia’s coast

    07 June 2012

    The picturesque islands scattered across the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Thailand are some of Cambodia‘s last pristine spots....

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  7. Two-wheeled adventures in Southeast Asia

    01 May 2012

    Southeast Asia is home to some of the greatest adventures on earth. Throw a motorbike into the mix and you’ll...

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  8. Top tourist hot spots worth the crowds

    29 April 2012

    The hordes come to these places for a reason. Don’t hate them just because they’re popular or you’ll miss out!...

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  9. Tuk-tuk tips: hold on tight in Asia’s three-wheeled taxis

    08 December 2011

    Zipping through traffic in an adorable three-wheeled vehicle is a hallmark experience for many travellers in Asia and particularly in...

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  10. Ask Lonely Planet: where should I go for a holiday with volunteering?

    18 October 2011

    In this excerpt from the November 2011 issue of Lonely Planet Magazine, our travel editors advise a reader where to...

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  11. Cambodia: how to hit the highlights in two weeks

    14 June 2011

    A journey to Cambodia offers travellers a window on the soul of Southeast Asia. The magnificent temples of Angkor are...

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  12. 7 tips on protecting street children in Cambodia

    11 June 2011

    When you’re travelling around the world, you will often see street children and youth working and begging to bring in...

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  13. Kep-Sur-Mer: ghosts of Cambodia’s French Colonial past

    10 June 2011

    The story of Kep’s transformation can be told through the history of iconic local, the Led Zep Café. A few...

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  14. Cambodia off the beaten track

    09 June 2011

    Mention you’re going to Cambodia and chances are you’ll end up comparing notes on the glorious temples of Angkor, among...

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  15. Dining for a cause

    22 March 2011

    Food for the body is good, but food for the soul is great.You have the opportunity to get both at...

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  16. A traveller’s guide to buying jade

    22 February 2011

    Valued throughout Asia for its beauty and elegance, jade is an especially desired keepsake for visitors to Taipei, which has...

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  17. Beyond the temples: exploring Siem Reap

    27 January 2011

    For most people, Siem Reap in Cambodia is all about Angkor Wat. But once you’ve seen it – then wat?...

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  18. Films where the destination is the star

    01 December 2010

    At times while watching films you’ll notice the main character isn’t human. You’ll realise that the destination where the film...

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  19. Cambodia: travel books to read before you go

    01 October 2010

    This excerpt from Lonely Planet’s Cambodia guide provides a selection of travel literature to enhance your trip....

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  20. Lonely Planet: Roads Less Travelled Cambodia itinerary

    04 November 2009

    Kick off in bustling Phnom Penh to experience the dichotomies of a city on the brink of a boom, where...

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  21. Gateway to the Cardamoms: jungle trekking at Chi Phat

    04 November 2009

    First things first: any journey into the Cardamoms is not for the faint-hearted. But if rugged isolation, bamboo whippings and...

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