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Yogyarkata, Indonesia Is Where Javanese Culture Begins

The Indonesian city is home to some of the greatest Hindu and Buddhist temples, a thriving food scene and an area known as the Cosmological Axis, a cradle of Javanese culture.

By Scott Mowbray and Amrita Chandradas

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Is This the Year Laos Breaks Through?

The Southeast Asian country has lagged behind Vietnam and Thailand when it comes to tourism. The government hopes new hotels, roads and a train system will put Laos on visitors’ lists.

By Christine Chung

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24 Hours in Mumbai With an Airline Pilot

Flight crews see the world in 24- to 48-hour bites between international flights. On this trip, the stop is the crowded city on India’s west coast.

By Mark Vanhoenacker

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By Ferry or Floatplane, 4 Enchanting Coastal Getaways From Vancouver

The largest city in British Columbia makes a perfect gateway to explore the rich marine wildlife and beauty of the region.

By Nikkita Nair