Once a key battleground for British colonialists, this historic Canadian town is now a charming base for visiting the nearby famous falls

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From island-hopping in southerly Okinawa to farm experiences in rural Aomori and skiing in far northern Hokkaido, this diverse archipelago offers intriguing local culture, ancient history and epic wilderness experiences around every corner — and deeper exploration reaps huge rewards

The Australian city’s home-grown food scene is going from strength to strength, with in-water oyster experiences and garden bush-tucker tours on offer, plus a new-look Sydney Fish Market on the horizon

ON THE BALTIC SEA IN POLAND’S FAR NORTH, THE TRICITY REGION COMBINES HANSEATIC SEAFARING HERITAGE WITH POLISH, GERMAN AND KASHUBIAN COOKING. CENTURIES-OLD RECIPES ARE BEING REVIVED AND THE CITY OF GDAŃSK CELEBRATED WITH A ‘CULINARY CAPITAL’ DESIGNATION

This city in southeastern France is known for its ancient history and legendary culinary scene — but it’s also worth visiting for its forward-looking green initiatives and young chefs who aren’t afraid to experiment