Web Crawling
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FACT FINDER From Yeti sightings to the coolest picks in Kathmandu, the legends and sounds of the mountain kingdom echo through these Web pages. For the tired climber eager to get away from the peaks, why not meditate or go on a jungle safari or better yet, book a bed at one of their recommended stays?
Vertical Heights
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PEAK DREAMS Before you set foot on the base of an 8000er (that's an 8,000-m-tall mountain for the uninitiated), swing by this site for facts, figures and what it takes to tame the world's tallest summits. And while you're at it, pick up a cheap deal on trekking gear for your trip.
Travel Facts
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LITTLE THINGS Cathay Pacific has 51-cm-wide seats, Southwest Airlines has 45 cm and Singapore Airlines 50 cm. Who knew? This online guide does—and it combines factoids with entertaining travelogues and helpful tips thrown in for good measure.
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