Tangalle has plenty to offer beyond a day by the sea, from ancient rock shrines to beaches where endangered sea turtles come ashore after dark. A little planning leaves room for coastal walks, cultural discoveries and traditional wellness experiences along Sri Lanka’s southern coast. Goyambokka Beach: A Sheltered Coastal Cove South of Tangalle town, Goyambokka …

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A morning on Mai Khao’s long, quiet beach feels a world away from the colourful streets and Chinese shrines of Phuket Old Town. Travelling between the two reveals a different side of Phuket, from its open coastline to the island’s rich trading heritage. Mai Khao Beach: Phuket’s Quieter Northern Coast Bordering Sirinat National Park, Mai …

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  There are sensible ways of travelling, and then there is arriving in Marshall Islands without a hotel reservation. I chose the latter. To be fair, it wasn’t entirely my fault. Accommodation in the islands is not exactly plentiful. As far as I could work out, there are basically two hotels on Majuro, the main …

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