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Beijing Advises Against Japan Trips Over Security and Quakes

Beijing Advises Against Japan Trips Over Security and Quakes

The Chinese Foreign Ministry on Monday issued a formal advisory urging nationals to avoid travel to Japan during the upcoming Lunar New Year period, citing a surge in crimes targeting Chinese citizens and the risk of earthquakes.

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Februari 06, 2026
River Tubing 101 – Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
River Tubing 101 – Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

Get a properly sized PFD and a reliable tube from a licensed outfitter, then book your shuttle in advance to...

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December 19, 2025
Types of Flare and How They’re Used – A Practical Guide
Types of Flare and How They’re Used – A Practical Guide

Equip a high visibility distress flare kit that complies with local regulations and keep it within easy reach on deck...

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December 19, 2025
Why the Abacos Are Ideal for a Last-Minute Charter Vacation
Why the Abacos Are Ideal for a Last-Minute Charter Vacation

Take a last-minute catamaran charter from Marsh Harbour in the bahamas. You can be sailing within 24 to 48 hours...

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December 19, 2025
Sailing in Croatia – A Month-by-Month Guide to Weather and Winds
Sailing in Croatia – A Month-by-Month Guide to Weather and Winds

Begin your Croatia sailing in May, when Maestral winds settle into steady afternoons around 12–18 knots and the coastline offers...

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December 19, 2025
Thailand Travel Information and Planning Guide
Thailand Travel Information and Planning Guide

Start with a great pre-arrival checklist: verify visa rules, required vaccines, and travel insurance on the official webpage and the...

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December 19, 2025
Where to Sail in May – Top Destinations for Ideal Spring Sailing
Where to Sail in May – Top Destinations for Ideal Spring Sailing

Recommendation: Head to bodrum in May for the most reliable spring sailing. The climate offers light, steady breezes and visibility...

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December 19, 2025
Dock Rash Prevention – Best Practices for Protecting Your Boat’s Hull
Dock Rash Prevention – Best Practices for Protecting Your Boat’s Hull

Place fenders horizontally and adjust lines so the hull stays 2–4 inches away from the pilings, right at the waterline....

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December 19, 2025
How to Recreate That Holiday Feeling at Home – Easy Ways to Create Cozy Seasonal Cheer
How to Recreate That Holiday Feeling at Home – Easy Ways to Create Cozy Seasonal Cheer

Create a dedicated seasonal corner in your living space. Pull forward a comfortable furniture piece, drop a warm lamp on...

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December 19, 2025
Top 15 Watersports to Try After Your Cycling Adventure
Top 15 Watersports to Try After Your Cycling Adventure

Start with kayaking at sunset after your cycling adventure to extend the day with calm water and striking light. This...

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December 19, 2025
The Ultimate Budget Guide to Island Hopping in the Abacos
The Ultimate Budget Guide to Island Hopping in the Abacos

Book bahamasair early to lock the lowest fares for your Abacos island hop. Target a southeast loop that links Marsh...

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December 19, 2025
Top 10 Tips for Sailing Across the Atlantic as Crew – Safety, Planning, and Seamanship
Top 10 Tips for Sailing Across the Atlantic as Crew – Safety, Planning, and Seamanship

Begin met een veiligheidsbriefing vóór vertrek en een onderhoudsbeurt van alle uitrusting, stel vervolgens een nauwkeurig wachtschema op en...

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December 19, 2025
Winter Fishing Tips and Tricks – Your Complete Cold-Weather Guide
Winter Fishing Tips and Tricks – Your Complete Cold-Weather Guide

Begin met een plan: kies één enkele, betrouwbare winterconfiguratie en houd je eraan. Voor vissen in koud water wordt de rivier...

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December 19, 2025
Best Beaches in Sicily – Where to Find Them | The Ultimate Guide to Sicily’s Coast
Best Beaches in Sicily – Where to Find Them | The Ultimate Guide to Sicily’s Coast

Begin je zoektocht langs de kust van Sicilië met Cefalù voor een klassieke mix van een lang zandstrand, helder water en een...

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December 19, 2025
Best Sailing Vacations for Couples 2025 – Romantic Getaways at Sea
Best Sailing Vacations for Couples 2025 – Romantic Getaways at Sea

Aanbeveling: kies een 7-daagse Adriatische zeiltocht van Dubrovnik naar Split om romantiek en variatie te maximaliseren. Deze route combineert gouden strand...

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December 19, 2025
Reel in the Best 2025 Fishing Boats Guide – Top Models, Specs & Reviews
Reel in the Best 2025 Fishing Boats Guide – Top Models, Specs & Reviews

Kies een 24-voets middenconsole uit de nieuwste serie met een versterkte bodem en afsluitbare hengelkasten. Het levert offshore duurzaamheid,...

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December 19, 2025
Boating Style Tips for Functional Fashion Aboard
Boating Style Tips for Functional Fashion Aboard

Kies voor lichte, beschermende lagen en een compacte waterdichte tas voor functionaliteit aan dek. Deze setup houdt je comfortabel en zorgt ervoor dat je er verzorgd uitziet,...

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December 19, 2025
Yacht Charter FAQs – Your Essential Guide to Chartering a Yacht
Yacht Charter FAQs – Your Essential Guide to Chartering a Yacht

Boek een jacht met bemanning met transparante kosten en een bewezen staat van dienst op het gebied van veiligheid, en reserveer het zes tot twaalf maanden van tevoren...

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December 19, 2025
Boat Show Shopping Tips – How to Buy the Right Boat
Boat Show Shopping Tips – How to Buy the Right Boat

Kies een model dat gebaseerd is op je tijd- en opslagbehoeften, en vergelijk vervolgens opties op de show. In Columbia,...

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December 19, 2025
What to Bring on a Sailing Charter – Your Essential Packing List
What to Bring on a Sailing Charter – Your Essential Packing List

Pak een compacte, sneldrogende dagtas in voor de eerste dag aan boord. Deze gebruikelijke opstelling houdt een strakke focus op...

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December 19, 2025
Sailing With a Baby – The Ultimate Guide by a Sailing Family
Sailing With a Baby – The Ultimate Guide by a Sailing Family

Begin met een vast schema voor dutjes en voeding: twee korte dutjes rond 9:00 en 15:00, elk van 60 tot 90...

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December 19, 2025
Where to Find the Best Snorkeling and Diving Spots in Greece
Where to Find the Best Snorkeling and Diving Spots in Greece

Antipaxos levert kristalhelder water in verschillende baaien, met een spectaculair zicht dat plekken doet opvallen. De onechte karetschildpad, murene...

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December 19, 2025
How to Sail a Catamaran Upwind – Techniques, Trim & Tactics
How to Sail a Catamaran Upwind – Techniques, Trim & Tactics

Zet het roer in een neutrale stand en trim voor een zuivere, open kruis naar de wind. Bij lichte tot matige wind,...

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December 19, 2025
How to Travel Better – A Beginner’s Guide to Sustainable Travel
How to Travel Better – A Beginner’s Guide to Sustainable Travel

Choose one destination and stay longer to cut air travel and emissions by a large share. This simple rule lowers...

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December 19, 2025
Top Boating Regions in the Pacific Northwest | GetMyBoat
Top Boating Regions in the Pacific Northwest | GetMyBoat

Start your Pacific Northwest boating season with Puget Sound, a fast, accessible hub that connects urban marinas to rugged shorelines....

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December 19, 2025