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When to go to Japan: cherry blossom or red leaves?
Spring blossom or autumn maples? Here is what to expect from each season in Japan, roughly when they peak, and how to plan your trip around them.
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Your first safari in Africa: how to prepare
When to go, how a day unfolds, what to pack and how to behave: everything you need to know for your first safari in Africa, with realistic expectations.
Passport, ID card and visas: a guide for travellers from Greece
ID card or passport? Do you need a visa? A general guide to travel documents for those leaving Greece, with a practical checklist and a reminder to check the official sources.
Packing light: how to travel with less on a group trip
How to build a suitcase that does not weigh you down: a three-step method, practical tricks and an example from the islands, where stairs and ferries do not forgive excess.
Northern lights in Iceland: when, where and how to photograph them
When it shows, where to look and how to photograph it: an honest guide to the northern lights in Iceland, with realistic expectations and practical advice.
Pilgrimage to the Holy Land: what to expect and how to prepare
Pace, clothing, respect for sacred places and practical advice for a pilgrimage to the Holy Land: a calm guide for those preparing for this journey.
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