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Santorini splendour
From glorious sunsets and unusual beach sand colours to delicious food, the Greek island of Santorini has a lot to offer. -ST
Sichuan after the earthquake: Will tourists return?
To rebuild Sichuan's bustling tourism trade, agencies is offering extensive promotions, expanded air services and slashed prices. -TNP
En-deer-ing moments in the park
Hungry deer, friendly bears, birds of different feathers, pig-tailed macaque and pythons all add up to an amazing tour of Deerland Park. -NST
Precision timing in the forest
Nature never fails to fascinate. Woken up by a piercing siren early in the morning, the writer is wide-eyed with wonder when told that one can actually tell the time of day by these sounds. -NST
There's the beach, the sun and lots of real good fun
If you enjoy the sun, sand and sea, you will love it at Fishing Bay Resort, near Mersing. -NST
Views that take your breath away
Long, narrow inlets of sea between steep cliffs formed during the ice age are a must-see for tourists visiting Norway. -The Korea Herald, ANN
Best of Sabah: Nursery for the orang utan
For those who can?t make it to Sepilok, the Nature Reserve at the Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort is a wonderful opportunity to view the orang utan. -NST
A few blooming seconds
Some people see buds, others a rotting, stinking mess. But many never ever see the largest flower in the world at all. -NST
Grand Canyon gung ho
The Grand Canyon is indeed a natural wonder and one of the best ways to experience its breathtaking landscape is to hike the trails. -The Star
Enduring charm
Turn back the clock with a visit to picturesque Cameron Highlands, the largest and most genteel of the hill resorts in Malaysia. -The Star
Respite from the city
Just head for the nearest park or botanical garden when you feel the need to leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind. -The Star, ANN
Allure of Alice
Fall in love with the natural beauty in and around the outback town of Alice Springs. -ST
A little-known GEM
Phu Toei National Park has marvellous views, plus a shrine to the Lauda Air disaster. -Daily Xpress, ANN
Ha Tien: eclectic mix of sun, sand, gemstones
Despite having no major natural attractions or even facilities like quality hotels and resorts, Ha Tien Town is an extremely attractive place thanks to its primitive beauty. -Viet Nam New, ANN
Sukhothai's Silver Lining
A holiday-time magnet every spring and autumn, the old capital has charms to cherish all year round. -The Nation, ANN
Tohoku is Japan's last samurai town
Resplendently preserved with little thatched houses, it is testament to the might and influence of the Shogun. -BT
Magic off the Mergui isles
Divers exploring Burma's largely uncharted waters are left as gapemouthed as the mammoth whale sharks they encounter. -The Nation, ANN
Let the fish 'eat' your fingers
Looking for a way to release some stress and at the same time eat healthy? Try the Desaru Fruit Farm in Johor. -NST
 
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