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Rupert Parker discovers the Gambia as he ventures east upriver from the capital Banjul Sunrise at Bao Bolong Wetland Reserve

Head Upriver in The Gambia. Discover the beauty of real west Africa

The Gambia is firmly on the map for UK travellers who are seeking winter sun.  They never venture much beyond their beachside hotels, That’s a shame because, this is Africa, and there’s far more to the country than just sun, sea and sand.

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Given that good food and railway stations go hand in hand in Japan, Miyako Restaurant tucked into a small space next to London's Liverpool Street station, would be right at home in its country of origin. Miyako Andaz London Liverpool Street

Miyako Restaurant. London. Enjoy fine Japanese food favourites in Liverpool Street.

Despite first appearances, this is no hole in the wall noodle shop, but a restaurant dispensing the finer food for which the country is famous, from top-grade sushi and sashimi to light-as-a-feather tempura.

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LOWER DECK DAY BUDDHA BAR BEACH ABU DHABI

Buddha Bar Beach, St Regis. Experience Abu Dhabi’s coolest beach bar.

Come summer, when a brutal burning sun bears down on Abu Dhabi, folk retreat into the Buddha Bar’s lounges, sit on bar stools at the Sushi Bar or watch the robata chefs in action. Six evenings a week guest DJs spin chill tracks.

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Heritage Le Telfair Wellness Resort, Mauritius

There’s no question the Heritage Le Telfair Wellness Resort is the real deal. Tucked away in a beautifully remote part of Mauritius you really feel connected with the island’s beauty and at the same time let yourself get properly pampered.

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It’s all well and good being seduced by pristine beaches and turquoise waters but in this Insider Guide to Mauritius you'll find it has a lot more waiting to surprise and delight you. 

Insider Guide to Mauritius. Discover more than beautiful beaches and turquoise water.

Mauritius is a colourful piece of paradise that will always be a haven for honeymooners and beach lovers. And why not? Her spectacular coast is achingly beautiful. But away from this spectacle, there are some fascinating places to uncover and well worth venturing into her interior to uncover them.

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Road trip around Georgia

Road trip around Georgia. Discover Georgia’s amazing musical heritage.

Rupert Parker enjoys a tour around Georgia’s musical heritage.

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