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Pacific Northwest Kitsch
Article by Becky Ohlsen, June 2008
You can say you're going to the Pacific Northwest for the arts, but you're really going for the trolls and oversized teapots, aren't you? Read the full article ›
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Is the Loch Ness Monster dead?
Article by Neil Wilson, April 2008
Genuine monster or moonlighting elephant? Despite no recent sightings, the legend of Loch Ness still reels 'em in. Read the full article ›
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Off-beat London
Article by Abigail Hole, April 2008
Buckingham, Schmuckingham: go off-piste and explore London's eccentric secrets. Here are 10 of the best. Read the full article ›
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Signspotting
Photo Feature by Doug Lansky, January 2008
Free babies, fried pimple and tasteless coffee - some of the many treats you'll find if you follow the signs. View the photo feature ›
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Oxford's Secrets
Article by Etain O'Carroll, December 2007
Take a look around Oxford, England and you'll see the dark materials that have inspired generations of fantasy writers. Read the full article ›
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No River? No Problem: Audio Slideshow
Interactive Feature by Emma Haskin, December 2007
In the Australian outback, you don't need water to have a boat race. Meet the Henley-on-Todd regatta. View this feature ›
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World's Worst Capitals
Article by Dominic Knight, November 2007
You can plan a city, but you can't give it buzz. Here are the capitals that got the nod but just can't get it shakin'. Read the full article ›
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Iceland Elves
Podcast by Barbara Gruber, September 2007
Is hearing believing? Listen in to the wild tales of Iceland's resident gnomes, dwarves, elves and hidden people. Listen to the podcast ›
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Voodoo in Benin
Photo Feature by Stuart Butler, June 2007
Forget B-grade schlock cliches. Voodoo is a complex religion that recognises the soul in every living thing. View the photo feature ›
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I (Almost) Ran Iran
Article by Tyler MacNiven, April 2007
Running across Iran has its pros and cons, but the biggest roadblock may turn out to be politics. Read the full article ›
Tags: Iran • Sports • Tough Travel • Weird
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Monkeying Around in China
Article by Kate James, December 2006
Journey to the West of China where cult Japanese TV show Monkey is revered and monuments have been erected in the characters' likeness. Read the full article ›
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Tiraspol, Transdniestr (Republic of Moldova)
Article by Leif Pettersen, October 2006
Come to lovely Tiraspol, capital of Transdniestr, where the fun doesn't start till you leave. Read the full article ›
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State of the Micronation
Podcast by George Dunford, October 2006
When the King of Lovely wants to talk, he calls George Dunford, the Prince of Sweet. Listen to the podcast ›
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