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If you’ve never had octopus, wait until you get to the Azores. Often braised in garlic and olive oil, it’s tender and mild, and simply delicious. The cheeses are incredible, and each island has their own traditional variety. The vineyards on Pico Island (nicknamed “the Island of Wine”) are a UNESCO World Heritage Site for their unique growing methods—not on a traditional trellises, but in bunches protected by grids of rock walls. And the Azorean pineapple is the best you’ll ever have. … [Read more...] about 5 reasons why it’s time to visit the Azores

General Lich hoped that in the new post, Lieutenant General Phung Si Tan and Major General Pham Hong Chuong will bring into play the tradition of MR2’s armed forces and try their best to excellently fulfill missions assigned by the Party, State, military and people. … [Read more...] about Defense Minister works with Military Region 2

The mighty Amazon. The largest river in the world by volume of water and the second largest in length. The dense and impenetrable tropical rainforest it runs through is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. It’s the lungs of our planet, the land of the lost city of El Dorado, a place where myth and reality intertwine. The Amazon means many things to us but above all is home to about 30 million people, 40,000 plant and 2000 animal species, with new species still being discovered. It’s no surprise the Amazon has been named one of the new seven natural wonders of the world, although in reality its mysterious depths have been attracting curious and intrepid explorers for centuries. With Amazon experiences on offer in Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana – where on earth should you head to for a visit? The good news is, you can’t go wrong and even with the gear change you have to make to embrace Amazonian … [Read more...] about Top Amazon experiences for the adventure traveller

Three to four million years ago a series of volcanic eruptions shook the stark Anatolian plains in central Turkey. Thick volcanic ash solidified into a soft porous rock called tuff which, over time, was eroded by wind and water. The end result? The geological oddity and chimerical topography that is known as Cappadocia. … [Read more...] about Photograph of the week: Cappadoccia, Turkey

Make your trip to New Zealand meaningful by helping build predator-proof nest boxes for penguins. Rugby fans can make a donation to a mental health foundation and in return spend an evening with a World Cup winning All Black, who will regale you with tales and give you insights into what it means to be one of the All Black greats. … [Read more...] about Meaningful trips inspired by the Rugby World Cup