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It's better in Brooklyn
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New York is so much more than Manhattan's 59 square kilometres. From outdoor DJ parties to intriguing flea markets, edgy clubs and awesome dining for less, Brooklyn is the place to be.
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Hong Kong: between a rock and a high place
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Hong Kong, is now home to some of the world's biggest businesses and is a city of towering buildings and some of the planet's most precious real estate.
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Auckland is well known as an outdoorsy city even in winter, you can go sailing, visit the harbour islands and clamber up volcanic craters. However, if...
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Credit cards beware: Melbourne's top shopping spots
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Melbourne is widely regarded as home to some of the best shopping in the southern hemisphere, but knowing where to start can be a bit daunting.
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Whether you're looking for unique interiors, the freshest sounds or an award-winning drop, Australia's burgeoning club and bar scene provides everything you...
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A single guy's heaven love in the language lab
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Pick up a new skill ... and more. Find love learning a new language.
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Love, Chaos & Dinner. On a visit to San Francisco, it's impossible to resist finding out what an invitation to a show with a title like that will turn out...
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Shop like a star around Australia
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You've just come back from a road-trippin' jaunt across Australia. You have 101 stories to tell, and a nice tan to show for it too. But how long can the...
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Australia most desirable destination for Chinese yuppies
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Sunny weather, natural beauty and fresh experiences: that's why "Chuppies" love Oz.
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St Patrick's Day around the world
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Chinese New Year in Malaysia
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