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Coming of Age Day in Tokyo
Coming of Age Day, celebrated on the second Monday of January, is an important public holiday in Japan that marks the start of adulthood.
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Want to feel Thailand's warm waters gently lapping at your toes? Thought so. Find your perfect Thai island with Lonely Planet Traveller's free PDF mini-guide.
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Where are Europe's best beaches?
As we plod through our January routines, it's hard not to daydream about sparkling shores and balmy weather. This week, one couple is thinking ahead to a beach-packed summer trip to Europe - where should they dip their toes?
So will it be the much-loved shores of Spain and France, or hidden beaches of Montenegro, Croatia and Cyprus? Our roaming travellers have the answers...