In the heart of Southeast Asia, Vietnam is home to 90 million people, 10 million scooters and countless bugs and parasites. For audacious virologist Dr. Mike Leahy, its a tempting destination, providing plenty of opportunities to indulge his passion for lethal critters.
Lonely Planet Author, Ray Bartlett experiences one of Japan's most spiritual ceremonies, the Nachi Fire festival. Dating back almost 1700 years this cleansing ritual is a symbol of burning away the sins and mistakes of the past year. For even an agnostic like Ray, this spiritual festival left him feeling humbled, introspective and in awe.
Here's an inside view at a family in Iran. Be prepared to be surprised, amazed, and by the end, humbled.
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