Quirky art and cultural festivals in the USA

America simply abounds with offbeat festivals – from a mass homage to Hemingway to a celebration of washboard music, we look at a few of the most intriguing gatherings around.

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Iceland's spectacular ice caves

Venture into the frozen heart of the Crystal Ice Cave, one of many striking sights waiting to be discovered beneath Iceland's glaciers.

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Wild Thailand: exploring Khao Sok National Park

It's ancient, free of crowds and might just contain more biodiversity than the mighty Amazon rainforest – say hello to Thailand's spectacular and surprising Khao Sok National Park.

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Just back from: Bali

Lonely Planet's Alex Howard discovers serene lakeside temples and lush rice terraces in Bali, as well as some of the best diving on the planet.

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English exotica: a guide to the Isles of Scilly

From sailing turquoise lagoons to combing bone-white beaches, there is every reason to take it slow in this dreamy archipelago off the southwest coast of England.

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White sands, waterfalls and world-class food: exploring New South Wales

Follow the coast south of Sydney for adventures among NSW's pristine beaches, bays and waterways, not to mention a string of unforgettable food experiences.

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