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Digging a Little Deeper

The Pomada is the signature drink of Menorca.  On the surface, it’s just gin and lemon soda splashed on ice.  But, if you dig a little deeper, it’s a perfect symbol for the island itself. The gin used in the cocktail is from an 18th Century recipe and concocted with a curious addition: wine alcohol. […]

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Fraser Island, Australia

Fraser Island, off Australia’s eastern Queensland coast, is the world’s largest sand island, stretching over 120km. Panoramic viewpoints include Indian Head, a rocky outcrop on the island’s easternmost tip, and the Cathedrals, a cliff famous for sculpted ribbons of colored sand. It’s a camping and ecotourism destination, with popular beaches and swimming sites at Lake […]