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Archive for November 2006

November 23rd, 2006

Pure Cafe: Vegan Dining in Tokyo

Dining options for vegans are difficult to find. No eggs, no milk, absolutely no traces of animal product at any point in the cooking or serving process.
In the Tokyo’s Omotesando, there’s Pure Cafe, featured on a recent article in the International Herald Tribune. Am not sure what a macrobiotic diet is. But I know that […]

By Ruth -- 1 comment

November 22nd, 2006

Let’s Visit Chengdu, China!

Starting last week, Hong Kong-based budget airline Hong Kong Express Airways now flies three times a week (mon, Thu, and Sat) from Hong Kong’s Chek Lap Kok airport to Chengdu, one of the most economically buzzing cities in mainland China, at the heart of Sichuan province.
What’s in store for you in Chengdu (assuming you’re not […]

By Ruth -- 0 comments

November 22nd, 2006

Christmas Party Ongoing at Disneyland Hong Kong

Christmas is just around the corner! In fact, at Disneyland Hong Kong, the party already started!

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort’s “A Magical Christmas” runs from November 11 until December 31, 2006. There’s a whole range of entertainment, shopping, gastronomy and programs for the young and old. It’s also the perfect place to look for Christmas gifts, […]

By Ruth -- 0 comments

November 20th, 2006

Skiing in Niseko, Japan

Temperatures are dropping and winter sports are in! In Asia, one of the most frequented destination in Asia for winter sports is Japan, with more and more tourists (particularly from Australia) heading to Niseko, Japan.
Especially from mid-December through February, the resort gets socked with winter storms that blow off Siberia and bury the mountain in […]

By Ruth -- 0 comments

November 17th, 2006

DragonAir Frequent Flyers To Enjoy Marco Polo Club Benefits

Since September 2006, Dragonair has been a wholly owned subsidiary of Cathay Pacific Airways. Thus, starting January 1, 2007, those who fly Dragon Air will also now enjoy the priviledges of Cathay’s Marco Polo Club.
Just what perks are included? The usual: club miles, priority boarding, airport lounges, extra baggages and priority baggage handling, […]

By Ruth -- 0 comments

November 17th, 2006

Hong Kong Sevens 2007 Ticket Sale

For all rugby fans out there, mark December 9, 2006 on your calendars!
The Hong Kong Rugby Football Union (HKRFU) will be holding a sole public ticket sale on December 9 2006 at the Hong Kong Stadium in So Kon Po for the Cathay Pacific/Credit Suisse Hong Kong Sevens 2007 to be held from 30 […]

By Ruth -- 0 comments

November 14th, 2006

Ngong Ping is Officially Open to the Public!

Although the cable car rail connecting Hong Kong town center and Lantau Island has been operating since a few months ago, the Ngong Ping 360 just celebrated its official opening last week.

Check out their promotional video and have a preview of Hong Kong’s newest tourist attraction!
Tags: Asia, asia-hotels, asia-map, asia-travel, Hong Kong, Lantau, Lantau-Island, […]

By Ruth -- 1 comment

November 14th, 2006

Booking Air Tickets From Airfare Aggregators

After a quick decision, I’m going on an unplanned trip in a few weeks, right smack in the middle of the peak season, so I called my reliable travel agent to book my flight. And then, and this is where it might sound weird, I tapped on my keyboard to look for a cheap […]

By Ruth -- 1 comment

November 8th, 2006

Why You Should Visit South Asia

How many arguments do you need to be convinced that you can have a wonderful holiday in South Asia? SouthAsiaBiz presents:

15 Reasons why you should travel India
12 reasons why you should travel Bangladesh
12 reasons why you should travel to Pakistan
10 reasons why you should visit Sri Lanka
10 reasons why you should travel Maldives
10 reasons […]

By Ruth -- 2 comments

November 6th, 2006

Oasis Hong Kong Airlines Inauguaral Offer is Still On!

For those flying between London and Hong Kong, you have until the end of the month to take advantage of Oasis Hong Kong Airlines’ inaugural offer. Fly between 1 November and 14 December 2006, for just £141 one-way in economy and £556 one-way in business (including all taxes and charges).
If you don’t know it yet, […]

By Ruth -- 1 comment