Imagine Machu Picchu. Spectacular, historic, utterly iconic. And then magnify the history and minus the tourists, and you’ve got a sense of the region.
Bex Shapiro
Bex Shapiro
Born in London and based in Toronto, Bex is happiest anywhere she can connect with interesting people over good food. She's passionate about sustainable travel and powerful storytelling, and her favourite cities are New York and Shanghai. She's also the Senior Editorial Manager at Intrepid. Follow her adventures on Twitter and Insta @BexShapiro.
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Though the sea is everywhere (there’s 227 inhabited islands), it’s tough to find beaches worthy of the ‘best beaches in Greece’ accolade. Enter our guide.
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Italian gem: 12 photos that will inspire you to visit Sicily
by Bex Shapiroby Bex ShapiroThe fact it’s the largest Mediterranean island is, quite honestly, reason enough to visit sun-soaked Sicily. But the rich history, dazzling landscapes and quintessential Italian food sure don’t hurt either.
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We don’t need to sell Peru to you – who doesn’t want to see Machu Picchu in all its dazzling glory? But do you know as much as you should …
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Most people know little about this overlooked Asian cuisine. This is a shame, because if you’re going to visit Angkor Wat and co., you might as well eat well while …
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The best beaches in Vietnam – all turquoise waters and white-sand wonders – are destinations you don’t want to miss. Here are a few of our favorites.