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Nestled in the Himalayas, the magical region of Ladakh (which means ‘land of high passes’ in the region’s Tibetic dialect) has never failed to entice world travelers. The snow-capped mountains, clear sapphire lakes and ever-changing sand dunes are home to rare and exotic wildlife — the most elusive of which is the snow leopard. Your... View Article

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The birthplace of Alpine sports and a snowy playground for the world’s elite, St Moritz has staged the Winter Olympics twice and even hosts snow polo on a frozen lake every January, so it’s the ideal spot to undertake an Olympic challenge of your own. Grande dame hotel Suvretta House has created a package to... View Article

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Registered as a Unesco World Heritage site, New Zealand’s Fiordland National Park is an incredibly remote (and famously inaccessible) area of sublime natural beauty. See it for yourself from above with a helicopter flight through the lakes and alpine valleys. Discover the fjords of Milford Sound (which you can only get to by helicopter) and... View Article

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If the upcoming nuptials between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have inspired you to visit the UK, this 10-day multi-destination itinerary explores the best of Britain. Begin in London, where a local expert escorts you to Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey while sharing fascinating stories, then witness the Changing of the... View Article

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If you’re after a cruise but with a more intimate, small-ship experience, Crystal Cruises’ unique yacht size and shallow draft means its fleet is able to moor in secluded harbors, coves and islands. The all-suite, butler-serviced accommodations ensure guests are wrapped in luxury while exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations. The seven-day exploration travels through the Greek Isles,... View Article

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To protect the Galápagos Islands’ marine environment from overfishing and invasive-species introduction, Angermeyer Cruises and Andando Tours have partnered to create the Galápagos Conservation Fund, which benefits the charity WildAid. For every passenger booked, Angermeyer will donate $100 to the fund; once a year all the proceeds from a one-week charter will be donated (an... View Article

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Russia’s Atlantic Salmon Reserve encompasses some of the very best salmon rivers in the world, among them the Kharlovka, Eastern Litza, Rynda and Zolotaya. Hundreds of big silver salmon are found there — over the last two seasons, almost 20 percent were over 20lbs, and even some monstrous 40-pounders were caught. The largely unspoiled rivers... View Article

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Discover the best of Morocco with a long weekend of adventure, beginning in Marrakech. Wander the winding, maze-like alleys where the famous souks can be found, teeming with local traditional textiles, pottery and jewelry. The next morning, a 4×4 will escort you up through the High Atlas mountains and down into the desert village of... View Article

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Visiting Machu Picchu is becoming a rite of passage among intrepid travelers, but with that comes heavy crowds and strict visiting rules. Take the road less traveled and add a more obscure corner of Peru to your itinerary, as you detox and get acquainted with Pachamama (a nature goddess admired by the indigenous people of... View Article

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The serene views at Villa Serini are worth waking up for — rise with the sun and watch it ascend over the sea from the expansive stone patio. Or, go one further and take to the seas yourself for a unique fishing experience. Setting out in a flat-bottomed boat in the early morning with an... View Article

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At one of Tobago’s most popular beaches, Pigeon Point, lies a mangrove-lined lagoon where a magical phenomenon can be seen come nightfall — the ocean lights up with tiny neon flecks. A type of marine plankton emits this bluish light, usually when their surroundings are disturbed, to create this magical underwater light display. The plankton... View Article

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Jade Mountain and Anse Chastanet, architect and hotelier Nick Troubetzkoy’s resorts on the Caribbean island of St Lucia, are undeniably gorgeous. But they also reflect Troubetzkoy’s love of nature and are routinely recognized for their forward-looking water- and energy-management systems, local-food policy and recycling programs. Now the resorts are offering the chance to be a... View Article

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