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Now, it's become a paddler's paradise with more than 700 miles of continuous, navigable waterways.Why luxury travellers pay to work for their dinnerSome high-end tourists are turning to posh properties where they can fish, forage and harvest their meals – and immerse themselves in local culture in the process.Italy's smaller, smarter alternative to VeniceAs Venice struggles with crowds and pollution, nearby Treviso is quietly proving that sustainability and good taste can go hand in hand.The Icelandic town abandoned to the volcanoesA 2023 volcanic eruption forced 3,700 residents to flee Grindavík. Now, visitors can join guided tours of the ghost town to witness nature's power first hand.A new trail honouring England's overlooked kingThe Athelstan Pilgrim Way, a new 100-mile trail in Wiltshire, recalls the reign of England's first king 1,100 years after his crowning.Inside Asia's best countries for expatsAffordable living, vibrant cultures and career opportunities are drawing expats to Asia – and many say they've never been happier.In PicturesA traditional way to see upstate NY's autumn foliageVast, wild and wooded, the Adirondacks offer one of the US's most dramatic autumn foliage displays – and the best way to experience it may be a from a canoe.The SpeciaListA Zen monk's guide to the best gardens in TokyoShunmyo Masuno creates gardens that blend Zen philosophy with contemporary design. 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