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Travel GuidesBoth were capitals of mighty empires. Both fell catastrophically. But visiting Hampi and Angkor Wat are wildly different experiences — and one costs a fraction of the other.
Travel GuidesA medieval city that houses one of the most important paintings in Western art, hosts the world's first official vegetarian day, and does it all with less ego than Bruges.
Travel GuidesFrom Delos boat bookings to beach club economics, a no-nonsense guide to Greece's most famous — and most expensive — island.
Travel GuidesBoth preserve Edo-era Japan, both have incredible food, but they reward very different kinds of travelers.
Travel GuidesOne is North Africa's largest island with Star Wars sets and ancient synagogues. The other is Europe's smallest capital with Baroque churches and dive sites. Which one deserves your week?
Travel GuidesArt galleries that rival Chelsea, Afrobeats that shake your ribcage, suya so good it should be illegal, and the longest canopy walkway in Africa. VI is Lagos at its most electric.
Travel GuidesTonkotsu ramen, yatai stalls, mentaiko, and the 600-yen breakfasts that ruin you for every other country.
Travel GuidesYes, Uluru is magnificent. But there are camel rides, 50,000-light art installations, ancient cave paintings, and desert cooking classes that most visitors skip entirely.
Travel GuidesTwo medieval capitals. One with pierogi and salt mines, the other with beer and bridges. They're both on every Europe itinerary — but which one fits your trip?
Travel GuidesEveryone does Kyoto. But Nara — Japan's first permanent capital — has the world's largest bronze Buddha, 1,000 free-roaming deer, and fewer crowds. Way fewer.
Travel GuidesFour main islands, four completely different personalities. Here's how to pick the right one — or decide which combination justifies the inter-island flights.
Travel GuidesMonks, waterfalls, Mekong sunsets, and the best 75-cent noodle soup in Southeast Asia — your full guide to planning a trip to Luang Prabang.