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The dainty bamboo palm grows in clusters of bamboo-like stems, each one topped with small, feather-like leaves, giving the plant species its unique name.

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From a sunrise stroll with pandas to a moonlit campout among giraffes, this three-day itinerary blends luxury, learning, and ...