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Island Diaries volume 3
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English
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A stone's throw away from Vancouver Island, Salt Spring Island is known as British Columbia's go-to place for hippies.
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Island Diaries volume 6
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English
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A Portuguese and African melting pot off the coast of Senegal, Cape Verde has a wealth of breathtaking scenery.
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Island Diaries volume 8
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English
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Hidden in the Canary Islands, La Gomera is spectacularly mountainous.
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Island Diaries volume 3
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English
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The largest island of the Lesser Antilles,Guadeloupe is home to a very diverse community.
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Island Diaries volume 10
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English
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Hit by an economic slowdown, many Cretans strive for self-sufficiency by turning towards the rural economy and community initiatives.
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Island Diaries volume 6
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English
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Located over 1,500 km from Australia, the beautiful archipelago of New Caledonia has a rich multicultural history.
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Island Diaries volume 8
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English
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Creativity is deeply embedded in Cubans, who practice eco-agriculture and are developing an increasingly prosperous private sector.
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Island Diaries volume 4
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English
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A little gem off the coast of Maine, the Fox Islands are a sparsely populated archipelago where seafood abounds and the atmosphere is serene
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Island Diaries volume 10
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English
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An hour away from Seoul by air, Jeju is known as the island of wind, rocks and strong women.
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Island Diaries volume 1
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English
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In this self-governing country within the kingdom of Denmark, the patriotic and welcoming Faroese lead peaceful lives despite harsh weather conditions.
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Island Diaries volume 4
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English
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Hawaii Island is the largest of them all, yet it is the least visited by tourists.
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Island Diaries volume 10
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English
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A unique culture in a singular landscape, nature has provided Iceland with everything it needs despite its harsh climate.
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Island Diaries volume 7
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English
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Located in the Brahmaputra River in the Indian state of Assam, the isolated island of Majuli is the setting for a colourful, rich blend of cultures.
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Island Diaries volume 6
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English
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Traditions and modernity mix peacefully on this island paradise, and environmental awareness seems to be settling in to maintain the island's nature.
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Island Diaries volume 11
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English
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In the Broughton Archipelago, not far from Vancouver Island, some families still survive by hunting, fishing and harvesting.
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Island Diaries volume 2
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English
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Faithful to traditions that span 3,000 years, the Samoans live a lifestyle that is as authentic as ever.
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Island Diaries volume 5
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English
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The San Andres Archipelago abounds with marvels, including one of the world's largest barrier reefs.
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Island Diaries volume 9
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English
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Nicknamed the Islands of Peace, the Aland archipelago is an autonomous and prosperous land.
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Island Diaries volume 5
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English
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Each of the Channel Islands has its own personality and living conditions, and each has been inspired one way or another by British history and French culture.
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Island Diaries volume 6
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English
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An idyllic island in the Pacific, Palau looks like a paradise. A matrilineal society with roles well-defined by the rich local culture, its harmony seems palpable.