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Generally, few settings are as calming– or as coveted– as those beside a river and these five homes offer rare tranquillity among watery idylls, yet are also within relatively easy reach of the capital
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A five-day itinerary through southern Louisiana threads across Cajun Country — a world of shadowy swamps, gothic beauty and mom-and-pop cafes serving everything from steaming bowls of gumbo to fried bullfrogs
Delve into the lush tropical forests and unique Ryukyu culture of northern Okinawa to discover ancient castles, proud communities, rare wildlife and life-enhancing cuisine