The stories behind our favourite souvenirs

Plus: Only in Tokyo: a tour of Japan's unique pop-culture experiences & Four scenic drives in the Balkans

The stories behind our favourite souvenirs In need of a good pick-me-up? Lonely Planet staff share the stories behind their favourite travel souvenirs – an eclectic assortment of instruments, tattoos and divine debris.   TAKE IT AWAY   Latin American and Caribbean Carnivals for every traveller With so many parades all over the world, Carnival-seeking travellers may feel paralysed by choice – but fear not: our guide can help you find the perfect party. PARTY ON BC by sea: boating to the best of British Columbia It's almost three times the size of Germany, so how do you wrap your head around this remote, rugged and ravishing part of Canada? Take to the water, of course. CAST OFF Only in Tokyo: a tour of Japan’s unique pop-culture experiences From Godzilla to Super Mario, Hello Kitty to Pokémon, Japan's pop culture is famous around the world. But there is only one place where you can see it come to life... ANIMATED ATTRACTIONS   Four scenic drives in the Balkans Fairy-tale landscapes come to life on these Balkan road trips that take you through the region's immaculate beaches, epic mountain ranges, ancient castles and unspoiled valleys. DREAMY DRIVES

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