Eat comfort food in Indiana, the state with a “weird proclivity for cafeterias”

Strawberry pie, blueberry pie, cherry pie. Fluffy lemon meringue and gooey, crunchy pecan. Chocolate cream, banana cream, coconut cream, all piled high with gravity-defying layers of whipped topping. I’ve never forgotten the lineup of pies at Gray Brothers Cafeteria in Mooresville, Indiana, 10 miles south of Indianapolis International Airport. As a child growing up in…

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How to visit Taiwan on a budget

You can definitely travel cheap in Taiwan, and with some planning, it can be immensely enjoyable. That said, Taiwan is not as budget-friendly as Vietnam, Malaysia or Indonesia, though it is more affordable than Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Taiwan is also more economical than South Korea, except for accommodation. In general, lodging costs are…

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Why you could skip Musée d’Orsay to visit this artist’s house-museum instead

Travel writer and cultural correspondent Lindsay Tramuta knows all about the hidden gems of Paris, where she’s been based since 2006. Here, she argues that time-pressed travelers should plan a visit to a favorite of in-the-know art lovers.  Paris offers the chance to engage with culture past and present like no other city on earth. By…

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15 of the world’s most stunning islands for every kind of traveler

Take a journey with us to discover the cultural heritage, natural wonders and secret stories of islands both famous and far away. Experience the canopy trees of Socotra Island, the penguin paradise of Macquarie Island, the Channel Islands' dolphins and the colors of Hokkaidō. We've compiled 15 of the most stunning and interesting islands featured in…

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When to visit the Caribbean

Is there ever a bad time for a Caribbean vacation? Aside from the threat of heavy rains during hurricane season, the region is generally blessed with consistently tropical temperatures, clear yet impossibly blue seas, infinite stretches of white sand, verdant rain forests and flavorful cuisine.  While weather conditions vary slightly between destinations, vacationers looking for…

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What to eat and drink in South Africa

South Africa's culinary diversity reflects its multicultural society, ranging from pan-African cuisine to seafood and steaks in globally acclaimed restaurants, so eating is an excellent way to the heart of the Rainbow Nation. The Cape was the birthplace of South African cuisine, but KwaZulu-Natal is important too: there were migrants from other African countries, British…

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The top 10 beaches in Peru

From the edge of the Andes – where the rich ecosystem of the Humboldt Current washes against the coasts – to the dry tropical forest of the northern shoreline, the beaches of Peru are as diverse as its people and cultures. Peru has more than 2500km (1553 miles) of coastline decorated with plenty of impressive beaches.…

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Hidden Australia – best places to get off the beaten path Down Under

The long lazy stretch of summer holidays beckons Down Under and, given its size, Australia offers a vast variety of holiday choices. But, are there experiences and destinations where you can really escape the crowds and feel like you have the entire place to yourself?  Lonely Planet's Chris Zeiher picks the best places as featured…

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