The Radar: 8 Things You Didn’t Know About Madagascar, Raft Like an Olympian, Delicious Food in Kyrgyzstan

• There’s a more to Madagascar than mind-blowing wildlife. Impress your friends by learning new facts about this surprisingly large island. [Wild Junket]
• London has built all kinds of structures for the impending Olympic Games, but this one could easily be the coolest: A sneak peek at the whitewater rafting course. [Jaunted]
• Italy, France, and Kyrgyzstan? This low-profile country might not be a foodie hotspot…yet, but it’s still worth a visit. The photos in this article alone made us want to book a flight. [Go Backpacking]

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