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Archive for November 2007

November 30th, 2007

Korean Air Budget Airline

If plans pan out, it seems like we’ll be seeing a new budget airline fly the Asian skies in 2008.

Korean Air Lines Co. said Monday that its new low-cost airline was set to begin operations next May with routes to regional destinations including China and Malaysia.
Korean Air said in a press release that its board […]

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November 30th, 2007

Naladhu, Maldives Luxury Hotel

It has been named as one of the hottest new hotels in Conde Nast Traveler’s Hot List 2007. And if that distinction is not enough, know that the Naladhu Maldives is one of the newest member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World — all 19 exclusive cottages of it.

A luxurious sense of […]

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November 29th, 2007

Hong Kong Express Airways Now Checks in at HK Airport Terminal 2

Hong Kong Express Airways has relocated its passenger check-in desk to Hong Kong airport’s new Terminal 2 which started operating early this year.
The new range of facilities and amentities, in addition to the increased space at T2 ought to make the check-in for Hong Kong Express passengers even more efficient. Terminal 2 is just a […]

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November 29th, 2007

Coup d’ Etat in Manila

Seems like lately, Manila is not the safest place to be. Short after the Glorietta blasts, here’s comes a more serious threat: an brewing coup d’etat.
Detained Senator Antonio Trillanes IV and other officers accused of leading the July 2003 rebellion walked out of their trial Thursday and marched through the streets of Makati calling for […]

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November 28th, 2007

Wreck Diving, Surfing and Oss-Piste Touring, from Action Asia

I just bought the latest issue of Action Asia magazine– a must-have if you’re planning on wreck diving in Asia soon. The glossy pages also feature surfing in Malaysia, both on the open sea and in the city (!) and off-piste touring in Japan.

Adventure packed, that’s what this issue is!
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November 24th, 2007

Sukhothai Bangkok’s Spa Botanica Accommodation Promotion

Following the recent launch of the Spa Botanica at the Sukhothai Bangkok, the hotel has launched accommodation and spa treatment packages specially put together for all of you out there who are spa-addicts.
You can choose from the Spa Botanica Experience (Superior Room) or the Spa Botanica Experience (Deluxe Suite). Aside from the room type, the […]

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November 24th, 2007

Bird’s Eyeview of Sri Lanka (Video)

I stumbled upon this video of Sri Lanka, which was supposedly first shown as a documentary at the National Geographic Channel.

An absolutely refreshing view of the country, one that not many are lucky to see and experience.
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November 24th, 2007

Oakwood Residences Sukhumvit 24 to Open in December

If you’re staying at a place for an extended period, serviced apartments may be a better optio than staying in a hotel. More space, more homey feeling, and in the end, may turn out less costly than staying at a hotel.

If you’re looking for one in Bangkok, Thailand, check out the to-be-launched Oakwood Residences at […]

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November 23rd, 2007

Air Asia Flies Between Kuching and Macau

AirAsia has launched flights between Kuching and Macau, becoming the first airline to serve this stretch.
AirAsia is the only airline to serve the international route to Macau from the Kuching hub with three flights weekly on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. It will be the leading and largest low-cost carrier fifth hub flying directly to Macau. […]

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November 21st, 2007

Japan Implements Tightened Airport Security Measures

Japan seems to be tightening security measures at the airports and has started fingerprinting and photographing foreigners as they arrive.
Nearly all foreigners age 16 or over, including longtime residents, will be scanned. The only exceptions are diplomats, government guests and permanent residents such as Koreans who have lived in Japan for generations.
The fingerprints and photos […]

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