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Havana city center is forever on the move.Hidden away amongst rows of houses, street markets sell all the freshproduce you could ever want.Fruit sellers wander the streets, working long into the night until theirstock is sold. TRAVEL OFTEN . LIVE WELL . 59
HAVANA, THE CAPITAL OF CUBA for its glorious colonial past isis the largest city in the Caribbean reflected in Havana’s many castles,with 2.1 million inhabitants, and cathedrals, museums and mansions.one of the most culturally rich The historic neighborhood of Viejaurban centers in the world. Cuba’s Habana (Old Havana) is a UNESCOlove of music flows from the city’s World Heritage site, with more thanclubs and cabarets every night, 900 landmarks. Havana’s stunningand dance spills out onto Havana’s Malecón and captivating coastlinesidewalks with impromptu street- offers nearly 15 km of excellentside salsas. Its pride and appreciation beaches and unspoiled coral reefs.60 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM
With a love of new places, new faces and new subjects to shoot, I’d travelanywhere for a photograph. Specializing in performance and events, I’ve beenlucky enough to travel the world for my work. I’m still desperate to see more. ALEX R. ELMSColor co-ordination is not required to get on the school bus. TRAVEL OFTEN . LIVE WELL . 61
off the beaten pathTHAILAND’S SECRET REGIONS by: RONAN MAHONYThailand is one of the most frequently visited countriesin the world - and with good reason. Each year, over 25million people flock to the Land of Smiles in search ofexotic cuisine, idyllic beaches, and unique culture.This influx of visitors also means that it can be difficultto find somewhere authentic to visit that hasn’t beentaken over by tourism. Luckily, there are still lesserknown, quieter locations for those who want to see thereal Thailand.Here are the details on three less-touristy destinationsyou can visit while in Thailand.62 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM
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Prachuap Khiri KhanThis gorgeous seaside town is the capital of the province of weekend market is one of the best in the country, givingthe same name. Thousands of tourists make their way to visitors the opportunity to dine on cheap, scrumptiousthis province each year, but most of them go to Hua Hin, seafood right beside the water.a popular beach resort. Little do they know that the sleepy, There is also a glorious beach known as Ao Manao (meaninglaid-back town of Prachuap is located just one hour down Lime Bay) nearby, just a 10-minute bike ride from town.the road and is filled with the magic that is Thailand. This serene bay is unique in that it is situated inside Wing 5If you are searching for an authentic experience where of the Royal Thai Air Force base.you can immerse yourself in local culture, Prachuap has it Accommodation is cheap in this region of Thailand, andin spades. It retains a sense of the real charm of Thailand there is so much to do and see, without the tourist crowds.with bustling night markets full of amazing Thai food. ThePrachuap Khiri Khan is located in the northern part of the Malay Peninsula, 240 kilometers south of Bangkok. Ao Manoa (Lime Bay)64 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM
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LoeiLoei is located in the Isaan region of Thailand, which is theleast-visited region of the country - all the more reason togo! Loei is a beautiful, quiet area located on the banks of themighty Mekong River. A real nature lovers’ paradise, Loei issurrounded by many beautiful mountains.In the daytime, you can visit one of the mountains ornational parks in the vicinity. When you’ve had enoughexercise, head back to town and soak up the relaxedatmosphere with a cold beer on the banks of the Mekong.Loei is the perfect place to chill out for a few days andescape, relax and recharge for the next leg of your journey.BuriramAlso situated in the Isaan province, the city of Buriram hasbeen hailed as the next major tourist spot in Thailand. Forthe moment it has retained its sense of charm, but withmore and more hotels popping up around the city, youshould aim to get there as soon as possible if you want anauthentic Thai experience.Buriram is a history buffs’ paradise, with an abundance ofmajestic Khmer ruins, similar to those found at the AngkorWat complex in Cambodia. It's also an animal lovers’ dream,with a bird park that has more than 100 different species.Fans of soccer will enjoy this city, as it’s the home of oneof Thailand’s most well-known teams, Buriram United. Ifyou’re lucky enough to be there when a match is scheduled,buy a ticket and experience the unique atmosphere. Thepeople of Thailand are extremely passionate about thebeautiful game. Situated just five hours from Bangkok,Buriram is easy to get to and well worth a visit.These are three exceptional destinations in Thailand thatare off the beaten path. Whether you are visiting the Landof Smiles in search of a true Thai experience, or you justwant to escape the busier cities, include Prachuap, Loei andBuriram in your travel plans.66 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM
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One place that I looked at a lot from space and which looks alluring is New Zealand, especially the North Island. It’s a big broad valley with a river flowing through it, and you can see the wine-making dryness of the land. CHRIS HADFIELD ASTR O NAUT & WO R LD TR AVELER70 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM
7INCREDIBLE THINGS TO SEE INNEW ZEALAND by: CHRISTOPHER CLAYTONAgorgeous country with friendly people and lots of things to do, New Zealand has become a top destination over the past few years. Like Australia,European settlers made homes in New Zealand in the 1800sand learned to live alongside the indigenous people.But don’t be fooled into thinking these two countriesare similar. They may be neighbors, but New Zealandand Australia are very different countries with theirown unique identities. If the two countries were human,Australia would be the fun, active party type, whileNew Zealand would be the laid back, smart, and cool. TRAVEL OFTEN . LIVE WELL . 71
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1The Beauty of New Zealand’s South Island If New Zealand is known for one thing, it’s the incredible natural beauty. The country has everything from lush rolling hills to majestic, snow-covered peaks, from fjords and lakes to gorgeous beaches. It doesn’t get more beautiful than the South Island, though, particularly the West Coast. While you’re there you can see the Franz Josef Glacier and the Fox Glacier, which can be accessed by helicopter for an unforgettable hike through the ice. Go during ski season and hit the slopes as well. Don’t miss Milford Sound in the South, where you’ll see dramatic waterfalls and fjords. Hiking, kayaking, and jet-boating are popular ways to view the beauty there, or relax and take it all in on a scenic train tour.2Middle-earth Peter Jackson arguably put New Zealand on the map, tourism-wise, after shooting his Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies there. The movies took advantage of the amazing landscapes in this country. They were perfect for creating the other-worldly feel the movie required. You can visit many of the film locations and see where it all happened with your own eyes. The green rolling hills around the town of Matamata became the setting for the Shire, where Bilbo Baggins lives. Tour are available for you to see the sets. The “Hobbiton” sets were built but then removed after the first films were made, and then the whole thing was rebuilt for the Hobbit films and is now there to stay. The majority of the famous filming locations for The Lord of the Rings movies are located on the South Island - yet another reason to visit the South Island.3Māori Culture Kia ora! Learning about the Maori culture is a must while in New Zealand. The Maori people, originally from Eastern Polynesia, predated the European settlers by more than 500 years and developed their own distinct cultural practices. You’ll no doubt encounter the art, language, and people on your travels through the country, but you can also arrange to be part of a tour that focuses on discovering more about the Maori culture. Learn about the way their ancestors greeted visitors, the games they played, and the way they cook food in the ground; find out about the significance of the face tattoos, the common design elements in Maori art and architecture, and of course the haka. Many cities feature these kinds of tours, including Kaikoura, Rotorua, and Waimarama. TRAVEL OFTEN . LIVE WELL . 73
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4Get Your Adventure On 6Glow Worm Caves Helicopter tours, hiking, kayaking, jet-boating, and Glow worms are insects that glow with skiing, are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to bioluminescence, like fireflies, and they’re plentifulthings to do in New Zealand. The country is also a hot spot (relatively speaking) in both Australia and New Zealand.for extreme sports and adrenaline-pumping activities like Make the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves part of yourskydiving, white water rafting, zip lining, and Zorbing. It itinerary, and you’ll see thousands of these little creatureswas a New Zealander, A. J. Hackett, who started organizing light up the cave as you travel through by boat - a trulycommercial bungee jumping, in 1986, seven years after it wondrous site. Waitomo is located in the North Island, notappeared in the U.K., and it’s not difficult to find bungee too far from Rotorua.operators in New Zealand now.5The Geothermal Features of Rotorua 7Whales, Dolphins, Seals, and Penguins Rotorua stinks - literally. This town in the North New Zealand is a great place to see an abundance of Island smells like sulfur (that not-so-delightful wild animals you might otherwise never see in yourrotten egg smell) because of its intense geothermal activity. lifetime. Head out on a whale-spotting sea tour. Two goodVisit and you’ll see bubbling mud pots, steam rising from places to try are Auckland, a city in the North Island, andthe hot pools of water everywhere, and bursting geysers. Kaikoura, in the South Island. You’ll likely also encounterThese features aren’t very common in the world; only some dolphins on your boat trip. You may see the commonJapan, Russia, Iceland, and the U.S. have areas of similar dolphin, the bottle-nosed dolphin, the dusky dolphin, orgeothermal activity. So it’s an incredible opportunity to even the rare Hector’s dolphin, which lives only in thesee one of earth’s rare wonders. To really get up close and waters off New Zealand. After whales and dolphins, gopersonal, consider going to a spa where you can soak in check out some seals. In Kaikoura, you can walk out to seethe health benefits of the mineral waters in hot baths and the seal colony up close and personal - but not too close -mineral pools. While you’re at it, get a massage, too - after watch out that you don’t trip over a seal sunning herself.all, you’re on vacation. TRAVEL OFTEN . LIVE WELL . 75
little eateries in the76 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM Crowded streets, towering skyscrapers and packed subway cars are expected when you visit New York City. However, sometimes you just want to take a rest from the chaos of The Big Apple and find a quiet place to refuel. Tiny restaurants to the rescue! DRIFT has rounded up three of our favorite teeny eateries in NYC, each with world-class cuisine, imaginative cocktail menus and a lot of awesome packed into very little square footage. These are our pint-sized culinary heroes that definitely keep the New York dining scene fresh, creative and delightfully unpredictable.
wallflower | 235 West 12th Street, NYC | wallflowernyc.com Inspired by French-country cuisine, Wallflower in the West Village truly proves the old adage, ‘‘good things come in small packages’. With just 30 seats, the low-key boîte is known for a truly superlative cocktail list (crafted by Xavier Herit, a veteran of Daniel and the Experimental Cocktail Club) as well as adventurous seasonal tasting and a la carte menus. Executive chef Derrick Paez modernizes French classics on his menus. DRIFT RECOMMENDS: Main: Jerk Spiced Quail Dessert: Caramelized Bread Pudding Drink: New York to Limadinnertable | 206 Avenue A, NYC | dinnertable.nyc Dining at dinnertable feels as intimate as sharingthe eddy | 342 East 6th Street, NYC | theeddynyc.com a meal at your best friend’s home. With a tiny open kitchen, husband-and-wife chef duo Scott Tacinelli and Angie Rito produce some of the most impressive food in the city. The speakeasy-style restaurant is nestled in the East Village and serves just 19 people at a time. The menu allows diners to savor funky Italian dishes that pair optimally with the venue’s spot-on drink menu. DRIFT RECOMMENDS: Main: The Sixth Guy’s Burger Dessert: Toasted Strudel Drink: The Willis Nestled between sleepy storefronts on quaint East 6th Street, The Eddy features an 11-seat bar area and 32-seat dining room. Chef/Owner Brendan McHale rotates his five-course tasting menus almost daily, updating classic American dishes with unpredictable preparations, which pair perfectly with Wine Director/Owner Jason Soloway’s sophisticated wine list and the seasonal cocktails of head bartender Luis Hernandez. DRIFT RECOMMENDS: Main: Grass Fed Strip Steak Dessert: Cardamom Panna Cotta Drink: Purple Rain TRAVEL OFTEN . LIVE WELL . 77
Mo'orea5 islands to visitBEFOREYOU DIE by: LAURIE ATTIS MO’OREA french polynesia THERE IS A CERTAIN Arthur Frommer once stated that Mo’orea is the most SECLUDED CHARM beautiful island in the world. It’s not surprising that it greatly ABOUT ISLANDS impressed this seasoned world traveler. Mo’orea, a 10-mile- wide island off the western coast of Tahiti, is a secluded These small pieces of mountain paradise. In order to get on the island, you must paradise are divided from the take a small plane from Tahiti. There is only a single road continents by vast amounts that goes around the entire island. The sapphire-colored of ocean. There are over 700 waters, swaying palms, and cloud-topped mountains are million islands in the world, more than worth the inconvenience of getting to Mo’orea. but a few of these stand out Walking around the sandy beaches will reveal hidden for their unique beauty. These coves where you feel as though you have stumbled on your five islands should be on every world traveler’s bucket list.78 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM
Cape Breton Islandown private heaven. Because the island is surrounded by music traditions of Cape Breton. One of the world’s mosta coral reef, it is an amazing place to dive and snorkel. beautiful scenic highways winds through the island, so you can take in the majesty of the place in a single day fromCAPE BRETON ISLAND canada the comfort of your vehicle. If you prefer to get hands- on, you can also explore the remote beaches and cliffs byThis rugged island is a green jewel set in the North Atlantic hiking. The oceans around the island are heavily populatedOcean off the coast of Canada. The wild rocky shores jut with whales, so you can view the arresting sight of theout into the dark blue Atlantic. The lush green land set far off island while whale watching. If you time your visitagainst bright blue skies and sloping mountains make this perfectly, you can participate in one of the Scottish festivalsa treat for the eyes. Visitors to the island will be steeped in where there is plenty of food, fun, and fiddle music.the deeply ingrained Scottish heritage and infamous Celtic TRAVEL OFTEN . LIVE WELL . 79
PALAWAN ISLAND philippines Palawan Island MaltaExpansive white sand beaches, gray rocks rising froma turquoise ocean, and a range of biodiverse wildlifemake Palawan Island in the Philippines a top bucket-list item. Unlike many islands, the natives of Palawanhave managed to preserve their culture and are morethan happy to share local customs and traditions withvisitors. The bright, clear oceans make Palawan an idealplace for swimming, diving, and snorkeling. Those whoare brave enough can try cliff diving from the high rocksinto the ocean. For the traveler that loves food, PalawanIsland has an exquisite range of delicious cuisine. One ofthe best pastimes is setting up a hammock and enjoyingthe unparalleled natural beauty surrounding you.MALTA italyRight off the coast of Italy lies the charming island ofMalta. The amazing weather and rich history of Maltamake it one of the best European islands to visit. Malta’shistorical record begins in 5200 BCE when it was settledby mainland explorers. Beginning at that time it wassuccessively claimed by many different countries andempires, who all left their mark in some way. For thisreason, architectural enthusiasts will enjoy exploring thetemples, churches, palaces, and state buildings that datefrom hundreds of years ago. Even though the island hasperfect weather, the temperature rarely dipping below 50degrees Fahrenheit, the area is not overdeveloped. Thesmall population that lives there is deeply religious. Thereare a number of festivals centering around the island’sRoman Catholic religion, including carnival, festivalsdedicated to saints and holy week. The warm, sandybeaches are a haven for surfers, divers, and swimmers.The island also features magnificent opportunities for rockclimbing and curvy paved roads for recreational driving. THE SMALLEST ISLAND on the planet is Bishop Rock, located in the Isles of Scilly, just off the coast of Cornwall in Britain. At low tide, Bishop Rock measures just 150 feet long and 52 feet long.80 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM
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VANCOUVER ISLAND canada All five of these islands to \"visit before you die\" offer travelers a wide varietyThis large island off the West Coast of Canada has an of scenery and culture, but theyabundance of mountains, forests, and water. It inhabits the share the trait of being too beautifulbeauty of the scenes Jack London captured in his works to describe with just a handfulon Alaskan landscapes. The shorelines are lined with of words. Get yourself to theselarge, towering timbers, and the interior is dotted with islands, and prepare to be awestruck.picturesque lakes reflecting the imposing snow-cappedmountains in the background. Vancouver Island boastsone of Canada’s warmest climates. It is a beautiful place tovisit at any time of the year. In the warmer months, thereare chances for breathtaking hiking, good fishing, surfing,and whale watching. In the winter months, visitors toVancouver Island can ski on picturesque runs. Victoriaon the island’s southern tip is the most populated cityand is as quaint as a postcard. On the rugged west side ofthe island, a trip to Tofino is worth the harrowing water’sedge road trip. The fertile nature of the island attractswildlife of all kinds. The island's locally produced craftbeers and BC wines are famous throughout Canada.Vancouver Island82 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM
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quirky side of travelLONDON LOO TOURS by: JOHN LEE “Don’t pay that! Follow me instead” says Erickson, waving her plunger aloft andDay one of my trip to London and I’m caught leading us onto the streets outside.” short at Victoria Station. But rather than pay 30p for turnstile entry to the public washrooms, We soon stop in our tracks as she points to a tiny I hit the upstairs food court, congratulating ‘Community Toilet’ sign nearby. It indicates a gratis facilitymyself on finding a freebie alternative. Except it isn’t. The in a local pub, part of a scheme that designates bar andturnstile here says ‘50p.’ restaurant loos for public use.“It’s one of the reasons I started thistour,” Rachel Erickson tells me thenext day. The Californian movedto London to study drama in 2011and, between classes, she launcheda rent-paying sideline reflectingher keen interest in finding placesto pee in the city without having topay.And while she recently returnedto her home country for the 2015launch of San Francisco toilettours, her popular London walkscontinue with two like-mindedlocal loo guides. Showcasingquirky sanitation anecdotes anda thick slice of history, the 90-120minute wanders run on several daysthroughout the week.On my visit, Erickson who likesto be known as the loo lady wasstill leading the bowl-tastic toursherself. Meeting at Waterloo Stationwhere else? I join a dozen otherparticipants ready to go. Naturally,we’re gathered outside the station’sever-busy public facilities (30p).84 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM
But history, it transpires, is the bottomline when it comes to London’sfascinating toilet tale. And when wereach the nearby River Thames andenter the Jubiloo a slick, privately-owned facility that normally charges50p we learn that early Londonerswould have poo pooed the very ideaof paying.Ascending a footbridge over the river,we hear why. “This is London’s firsttoilet,” Erickson announces with a wrysmile. But while communal Romanlavatories emptied straight into thefetid waterway, the city’s ablutionhabits eventually backed-up. TRAVEL OFTEN . LIVE WELL . 85
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“By the 1850s, the river was a giant restrooms were tried in the capital and London Loo Tours:cesspit. But it wasn’t until the stench their success of 827,000 visitors and areached the Houses of Parliament handsome profit triggered a flush of The Waterloo Tourduring a summer nicknamed the pay-to-pee facilities. Iconic London from a newGreat Stink by the locals that action But London has always been a toileting perspective, introducing guestswas taken.” That meant designing innovator. On a side street near the to the history and surprisinglya gargantuan brick-built sewerage Strand’s grand Savoy Hotel, we gather dynamic modern politics of thesystem, much of which is still in use around an unassuming street lamp. In Public Toilet. You’ll never have felttoday. Victorian times, lamps like this lined more British, as you learn aboutOn the other side of the bridge, we’re the city, powered by excess biogas ‘spending a penny’ at the Greatushered towards a memorial to the from the sewerage system. Exhibition of 1851 and exploreman who brought order to London’s When all London’s gas lamps, not just London’s most patriotic toilet.ordure. Civil engineer Joseph sewerage-fueled ones, were eventuallyBazalgette built a system for three superseded by electricity, this final The Bloomsbury Tourmillion locals, 10 million short of the biogas example was saved and Interesting and thought provokingnumber it services now. restored as an historical reminder. It’s walk and talk about toilets,Weaving north from the river, we next now, Erickson claims, fueled from the sanitation, and other fun historicalpass some City of Westminster public washrooms of the Savoy. facts about going to the Loo! Thetoilets charging 50p a visit, Erickson But this isn’t the only change to revamped Bloomsbury Loo Tourlaments then arrive at a discreet steel London’s lavatorial landscape over the will burst open the lavatorial doorring embedded in the sidewalk. It’s a years. Many conveniences have been to another side of the toilet saga!pop-up urinal that rises nightly from converted into housing or businessesthe ground to discourage ‘late-night in recent decades including our final Walking Tours last about twopiddlers’ from sullying area alleyways. stop. hours, finishing in a pub or bar.But it’s not the only way to spend a Descending a darkened stairwell inpenny here without handing over a nearby sidewalk, we’re told that Walking tour costs £12 for adultssome coin. Near Trafalgar Square, our ‘company-seeking’ regulars from and £10 for students and seniors.guide lists several gratis options in the Oscar Wilde to Joe Orton notoriously More info online: lootours.com.area, from Starbucks to the National favored this former gentlemen’s publicGallery. Making a mental note for loo for their nighttime activities. TRAVEL DORFITFETNTR.ALVIVEEL.WCOEMLL . 87future visits, I turn to my fellow toilet Closed in the 1980s, it’s since becometourists for their take on the tour. a jazzy subterranean bar with a nice“We chose it because it’s odd and a line in cocktails. After inspecting itslittle exotic,” chuckles Greenville, SC cubicle toilets the glass doors turnresident Bill Whiting, visiting London opaque when locked I wave goodbyewith his wife Rhonda. She adds that to the group and return to the sidewalktheir son-in-law encouraged them to above. My days of paying to pee intake the plunge and she’s glad they London, I promise myself, are nowdid” “we’re enjoying seeing parts of firmly behind me.London other tourists don’t see.”Crossing Covent Garden’s brick-cobbled plaza, we’re also hearingstories few other visitors encounter.London’s 1851 Great Exhibition,we’re told, marked the first time paid
by: RYAN LOGANSpain’s Canary Islands are among the most sought after holiday destinations in the world with people from all over the globe visiting every year. Tenerife isthe most popular of the islands, with impressivehotels situated all over the island, hundreds ofbars creating fantastic nightlife, and world classbeaches. However, there are plenty of other thingsto do on the island; attractions that will leave youwith memorable moments on your next trip toTenerife.Golf Del Sur is popular with the older generation,and snowbirds often come here to settle in theirretirement. It’s a peaceful location with stunningviews and hotels as well as a spectacular golfcourse that is perfectly situated and surroundedby breathtaking landscape. Designed by PepeGancedo, who is considered the “Picasso” of hisfield, it’s one of the most peaceful golf courses youwill ever play on! San Juan
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Teide National Park is the spot to learn about the Tenerife wave pool that everyone loves to cool down in. Relax by theculture. There are daily tours taking people on a wonderful wave pool on the man-made beach and then go round theday out to see the sights, including the island’s historic park seeing all of the different water flumes, including thevolcano. Mount Teide, the famous Lazy River.true foundation of Tenerife, Grab a rubber ringcreated the “gray sand” FIVE MILLION and float around thebeaches. river while soaking TOURISTS VISIT TENERIFE EACH YEAR. up the sunshine.Playa de las Americas is If you are feelingthe heart of Tenerife, and THE LARGEST OF THE SEVEN CANARY invincible, have aoffers cabaret shows, famous ISLANDS, TENERIFE MEASURES 785 go on the Tower oftributes, comedians, and SQUARE MILES AND HAS MORE THAN Power, one of thehypnotists, all providing you largest water flumeswith a great night out. You 850,000 INHABITANTS. in the world with anwill also find some of the almost vertical drop.best shops on the island in Americas, where everything is Only the bravest have what it takes to slide down it!completely authentic, as no fake items are allowed in thecenter. Adeje also has a selection of night spots, including Tenerife is truly one of the most spectacular and adventure-some of the best cocktail bars on the island. Many of these filled islands in the world. If you’re looking for a fun,are situated directly on the coast, right next to the beach, so exciting holiday in the sun, book a flight to Tenerife. Stayyou can enjoy the view while you have the time of your life. in Playa de las Americas or Costa Adeje to make the most of your holiday. If you’re looking for a cheap and peacefulSiam Park has been rated the best water park in Europe holiday, then Puerto de la Cruz might be a better option.and one of the ten best in the world. There is an enormous Nonetheless have a good time!Teide National Park90 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM
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#WHERETONEXT RIOMAGGIORE, ITALY Situated right on the Gulf of Genoa, in the province of La Spezia in the Liguria region of Italy, and one of the five famous Italian fishing villages known as Cinque Terre, Riomaggiore is one of the prettiest villages in the world. Charming by day and breathtaking by night, the village of Riomaggiore dates back to the early thirteenth century.92 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM
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Surviving looks a lot like thriving Breast cancer flipped Katherine’s world upside down. But in the five years since she underwent treatment, Katherine’s been doing some flips of her own. Thanks to research to discover new treatments, women like Katherine are having their lives put right side up after a cancer diagnosis. That’s why Stand Up To Cancer Canada and Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation have teamed up to accelerate the pace of research done by collaborative teams of scientists working to develop new treatments faster. Giving more women, like Katherine, their lives back. To learn more about advances in research, clinical trials testing innovative treatments, and how to get involved, go to standup2cancer.ca/breastcancer and cbcf.org.Photography: Andrew Macpherson 94 . DRIFTTRAVEL.COM Kim Cattrall, Stand Up To Cancer Canada Ambassador Katherine Chan, Breast Cancer Survivor Stand Up To Cancer Canada is a program of EIF Canada, a Canadian Registered Charity (Reg. #80550 6730 RR0001). Stand Up To Cancer Canada brand marks are licensed trademarks of the Entertainment Industry Foundation.
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