Let’s Visit Asia

December 17th, 2007

Traveling in Bad Weather

I’ve always offered Asia as a winter get-away destination, particularly to those of you who want to escape the cold and dark days of winter. However, nowadays, even I am getting the blues right here in the tropics. It’s been rainy and dreary over the last few weeks here in my part of the sky, […]

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December 15th, 2007

Around the World in 24 Days

Got money to burn? Gift someone this holiday season with a round-the-world trip… in 80 24 days! Abercrombie & Kent’s “Cultural Treasures: Around the World by Private Jet” will show you the most important artistry, historical sites and natural splendors of the world in five star luxury in a reconfigured Boeing 757 transformed for 50 […]

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December 15th, 2007

Vietnam: Undiscovered Golf Destination of 2007

Think you’ve putted at all the best golf courses in the world? Hm… have you been to Vietnam, then?
Vietnam has just been awarded by the International Association of Golf Travel Operators (IAGTO) as its 2007 “Undiscovered Golf Destination of the Year“. This award was voted upon by 85 members of the association based on these […]

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December 14th, 2007

The Singapore Tourist Pass

As a resident of Singapore, I own a so-called EZ-Link card that allows me to use buses and MRT without having to pay in cash for each ride.
Now, this same convenience is afforded to tourists in Singapore with the Singapore Tourist Pass, which offers tourists unlimited rides on Singapore’s MRT; LRT and buses. That means, […]

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December 14th, 2007

Air China and Shanghai Airlines Joins Star Alliance

Here’s some good news for Star Alliance frequent flyer members: Air China and Shanghai Airlines have formally joined the Star Alliance airline network. You can now get more mileage when flying to your destinations in China when flying these airlines.
Participants in Air China’s PhoenixMiles and Shanghai Airlines’ Crane Club Frequent Flyer Programmes (FFP) will now […]

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December 13th, 2007

The Police, Live in Concert at the Venetian Macau

Catch the Police live in concert at the Venetian Macau!

When: Thursday, 7th February 2008
Where: Venetian Arena
Ticket Prices: MOP$1200, MOP$800, MOP$600
You can book your tickets online.
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December 11th, 2007

Jetstar Asia Christmas treats with HSBC

If you hold an HSBC card, you might want to take advantage of Jetstar Asia’s promotional fares for intra-Asia flights, i.e., applicable to Jetstar (3K) and Valuair (VF) flights from Singapore only.

For more details, check the fares and seat availability here.
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December 7th, 2007

Manila Peninsula Re-Opens

Am I glad to note that the Manila Peninsula is back to normal operations and is welcoming guests once more, after the being the center of the recent coup attempt in Manila. The Manila Peninsula is by far my favorite hotel in the Philippines.

If you find yourself in the megacity this holiday season, check out […]

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December 6th, 2007

Travel + Leisure Southeast Asia Edition

Travel + Leisure, a well-known travel and lifestyle magazine in North America, will soon be launching a Southeast Asia edition to cover currents trends in travel across the region of South East Asia.
“Travel + Leisure Southeast Asia is aimed squarely at the sophisticated Asian traveler. But the magazine is definitely not just another guide to […]

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December 6th, 2007

Spend Christmas in Bali

Bali is one of Travel+Leisure’s top recommendations where to spend Christmas this year.
Why Go:
-Miles of terraced rice paddies
-Instead of carols, the haunting sound of the gamelan gong
-Watching Christmas Eve sunset at the island temple of Tanah Lot.
If you’re after a totally different and untraditional Christmas, then this destination is for you. Personally, much as I […]

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