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Wildlife in the Pantanal
Brazil's 54,000 miles of wetlands are home to an embarrassment of exotic species as well as creatures that look vaguely familiar--even when they aren't .
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Farming and the Nile River
When is a flood a good thing? When it's the Nile River!
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The beginning of Ancient Egypt
This article explains and describes how the rule of the Pharoahs and the beginning of the Ancient Egyptian civilisation came about, in a way that would be understandable to (older) children.
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The Goliath Beetle
The Goliath Beetle may not be one of the longest insects, but is one of the biggest and heaviest beetles around. This article discusses its habitat and characteristics.
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Coffee And Trekking In Coorg
Surrounded by the Western Ghats, Coorg is one of the greenest and most beautiful areas in India. The Brits even called it the "Scotland of India".
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Dominican Republic: Raft & Kayak
Whitewater rafting / kayaking trips on the Dominican Republic's Rio Yaque, the longest river in the Caribbean: Raft or kayak Class II-IV whitewater rapids in the DR!
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Vitamin D May Prevent Influenza
Vitamin D is credited for strong bones. New evidence shows it also plays a pivotal role in the optimal functioning of the immune system.
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The best trips come to those who wait - for the off season
The delights of off-season travel
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A Mother for All - Part 1
The life and work of Mary Jane Seacole has recently been under a deserved spotlight..how she would have chuckled!
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Belize Country Fact Sheet
Basic information on Belize, including language, travel requirements and travel tips.
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Costa Rica Country Fact Sheet
Although the technology sector is the newest source of profit for Costa Rica's economy, tourism continues to keep the economy strong.
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El Salvador Country Fact Sheet
El Salvador, the smallest Central American country, has 25 volcanoes, one of which is still smoking. Visitors can check out the Izalco volcano at the Cerro Verde Park.
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Scabs
Scab disease affects fruit trees mostly. If you see spots when you look at your fruit, read about this problem and how to control it. Or if you just want to know about the disease to prevent it just in case, these methods will help.
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Belize Offers "Soft" Adventure in Tropical Paradise
Belize awaits intrepid travellers with lush rainforest, thousand-foot waterfalls, pristine rivers and Mayan temples. A friendly, English-speaking populace greets the novice adventurer, as do first class lodging and a plentiful supply of safe drinking water.
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Advice for Visitors: Quito
Quito, Ecuador hosts hundreds of visitors and exchange students each year. Are you going to be one of them? Here is what you need to know.
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Autumn in Japan
Autumn in Japan is a time for sports, books and food. How are they all related? This article will explain.
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Cape Town's Mountain
Table Mountain has become a world famous landmark. It is also one of South Africa's and Cape Town's top tourist destinations. But for Capetonians, Table Mountain is more
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February 2002, and What Happened to the Gardens.
A short piece about the gardens around Perth, Western Australia in February, 2002.
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Herbal Remedy
Banaba has been a time tested herbal remedy for kidney and bladder problems. Recent studies show that it is also good for diabetes and obesity.
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Mosquitoes in Your Garden
Mosquito sources; West Nile virus; garden ponds, bird baths, overturned saucers, etc.
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Mudumalai National Park, Tamil Nadu
Mudumalai National Park in Tamil Nadu, one of South India's most beautiful national parks, and home to elephants, tigers and lots of monkeys.
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Rooftop Restaurant in Bangkok
Wine and dine at The Sirocco and Sky Bar on Silom Road, Bangkok and enjoy the refreshing breeze as you sit 65 storeys high above the streets of the city.
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Sailing In Winter
Winter Sailing in Los Angeles is a rewarding experience for any person willing to try something different. Unlike the waters bordering eastern states, the weather is most often permitting.
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Summer Fun Means WATER SAFETY!
Summer is here and that means open the pool and head to the beach! Water safety is critical at this time of year for children of all ages.
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Travel to Africa's Victoria Falls
White water rafting, bungee jumping, hiking, rock climbing, micro light flights, kayaking and safaris make the Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe the perfect place for adventure.
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Weather and climate in Hungary
In this article I introduce you to Hungarian climate and weather conditions.
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Action and Fun at Victoria Falls
Dramatically beautiful, the 5600 ft wide Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River straddles the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe. This spot is an adventure sports paradise.
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Artificial Field Turf Versus Grass Playability
Soccer clubs, parks departments, and schools are installing artificial turf sports fields. Playability is crucial when considering the cost of field turf installation.
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Aztec City of Teotihuacán Mexico
Walk in the footsteps of the ancient Aztecs; explore the ruins of Teotihuacán, Mexico's largest archaeological site with this quick and easy visitors guide.
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Before You Visit Cambodia
Cambodia is not the safest place on Earth. But then, safety is not why people visit this region of the world. The country is home to some beautiful temples.
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Botswana:Okavango Delta
Botswana's Okavango Delta offers exotic and unique African Safari experiences. Enjoy Elephant Safaris or Horseback safaris or relax in the Delta in a private camp.
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Cayman Islands Diving
A perennial favorite for divers of all levels, Cayman Islands have something for everyone.
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Coastal Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia littoralis)
Prickly pear cacti are a common sight when hiking in the Southern California chaparral above Laguna Beach. They have been used for centuries as food, medicine and dyes.
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Fernando de Noronha, Brazil
The lost Atlantic island of Fernando de Noronha, hundreds of kilometers off the coast of Brazil is full of pristine beaches and chic hotels.
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First-Time Holiday to Israel
Planning a first-time trip to the Holy Lands can be exciting, but you'll need to start early. If you wait too long to get ready, you may not be able to go at all.
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Horse Riding in Tupiza, Bolivia
The countryside is not only spectacular but notoriously historic. It was here Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid fled after robbing a mine payroll in1908.
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How to Deal with Common Colds
Most adults are likely to have common cold two to four times a year. The article tells how to deal with this frequent upper respiratory illness.
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Iruya - Remote Altiplano Village in Argentina
The road into Iryua is an adventure in itself. Rough and windy it leads to a dramatic valley with pretty little Iruya nestled at the foot of towering rock cliffs.
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Just Desserts
Some Great Dessert Recipes from a Well-Known Chef

Major Food Crisis in East Africa
Somalia, Ethiopia and Djibouti are facing a major food crisis after continued drought and increased food prices. Find out more about the situation and how you can help.
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Manuel Antonio National Park Costa Rica
Manuel Antonio is one of Costa Rica's favourite national parks with wildlife and beautiful beaches that attract sun worshippers and nature enthusiasts alike.
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Mexican Cuisine: Spice and Tequila
Mexican cuisine can be roughly divided into three culinary regions: Northern, Central, and Southern. While similar, each region is defined by certain localized ingredient
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Misahuallí, Ecuador: Gateway To A Jungle Journey
Misahuallí, Ecuador is right on the Napo River and has a reputation for ecological tourism. Monkeys literally hang out in the town square and help to welcome tourists.
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Palm Bark Masks
A quick, easy and entertaining project for the whole family creating unique masks,
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Palolem Beach, Goa
Palolem Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Goa, and it doesn't even close for the rainy season.
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Plants That Wake Up In Winter
With winter around the corner and many herbaceous plants fading away or going to sleep for the winter, some plants are just waking up to take their place on the garden stage.
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Rwanda's Akagera National Park
Akagera is big game safari country: visitors enjoy all the rich diversity of East Africa's animal and bird life in magnificent scenery, but away from the tourist crowd.
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Rwanda's Nyungwe National Park
From tall canopied forest to flower-filled marsh, chimpanzees to sunbirds, Nyungwe offers visitors a unique experience of tropical Africa's panoply of plants and animals.
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Saving South America's Pantanal
Being compared to Florida's Everglades National Park is not a good sign for this Ramsar site. The hope is to prevent similar loss of biodiversity and flood control value.
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Saving Thailand's Forests
A recent project in Northeast Thailand has motivated local communities to play an active role in protecting their forests and could serve as a model for other areas
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