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Rocks of the Pinnacles
David Bowden explores the fascinating geological formations and surfs on sand dunes in the outback of Australia. -SPU
Rhinos reside here
Take a trip into Ujung Kulon National Park, where rhinos can be found, but will you get lucky? -The Star/ANN
Going Down Under
Go off the beaten track in Sydney and uncover hidden gems in Port Stephens and Hunter Valley. -ST
Get wacky in the Finnish Summer Bonaza
They carry their wives, sit on ants, throw milking stools, boots and mobile phones. -Reuters
Semiling River Cruise
Legend has it that the King with Fangs is in hiding in Pulau Tiga. Dig out a little history behind the story and discovers what the island has to offer. -NST
Fiesta Fun in Spain
The festival is celebrated in honour of San Fermin, the patron saint of the town. -The Star
Bull Madness
Spain has always been famous for their bullfights and Yip Sook Chin was there to witness it. -The Star
Travel by any means
Charley Boorman wakeboards his way to Singapore shores for his upcoming travel series. -ST
A river runs through it
Chachoengsao, a quiet province just outside Bangkok, will delight anyone looking for green fields, traditional markets and unusual snacks. -The Nation, ANN
Truck travels
A week in a motorhome would be akin to boot camp for some, but a French family hit the road and lived five years in a self-contained truck. -The Star
Discovering Kampung Senibong
It is a traditional fishing village near Permas Jaya in Johor Baru and is a perfect place for an outing. -NST
Horizons in Phetchaburi
Just 30 minutes north of Hua Hin, the beaches are empty of people but full of local character. -The Nation, ANN
Great scenery, history
This province is home to a revered Buddha image and four of the nation's most beautiful national parks. -Daily Xpress, ANN
A little piece of heaven in idyllic Banggol
Tired of city life and feeling the need to unwind? There's a tiny resort tucked on the bank of a river in Banggol that will fit the bill nicely. -NST
Sunday market by the sea
The open-air markets of Australia are a bit like the Malaysian pasar malam. -The Star, ANN
Call of the wild
Enjoy nature with its unspoilt beauty on an African safari. -SPU
Farm fun on S'pore vacations
More farms going into agri-tainment for extra income. -ST
Longhouse visit with a difference
With a 20-year success record, a community tourism project in Sarawak shows that responsible tourism is the key to sustainability. -The Star
 
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