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> June 2009 / July 2009 issue
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10 Great Island Beaches
For that ultimate tropical idyll,nothing beats a ravishing stretch of sand—particularly when the beach in question is located on an equally serene isle. After a considerable amount of island-hopping around the region, our writers have identified 10 such strands that are among the best in Asia. Some of these picturesque shores are remote and undeveloped, while others pamper visitors with luxurious lodgings. But all share tha most elusive quality: paradise
Kiwi Country
A land of high mountains, deep fjords, and sparkling glaciers, the wild west coast of New Zealand’s South Island is a scene-stealer in a country full of natural wonders. Add to that its special way of life, and you have the makings of an adventure writ large
Karst Away
Island hopping among the picturesque limestone outcrops—and luxurious new resorts—of Thailand’s Phang-nga Bay
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