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Let’s Visit Asia

Archive for March 2008

March 31st, 2008

Bangkok and Manila and the Earth Hour 2008

Only 24 cities have officially signed up for the Earth Hour 2008, held on March 29 — Bangkok and Manila the two Asian cities among them. What is Earth Hour?
Earth Hour is the highlight of a major campaign to encourage businesses, communities and individuals to take the simple steps needed to cut their emissions on […]

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March 30th, 2008

Virgin Island: A Taste of Tropical Paradise

I was going through the photos we took on our last trip to the Philippines and came across this photo of an uninhabited island between Panglao and Balicasag islands in Bohol. That’s me on the photo, marveling at the spectacular wonder of nature spread out before me.

The island itself is tiny, probably not more […]

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March 30th, 2008

Laos, Thailand and Cambodia: Visit Them Before They Are Ruined

In the last several months, tourists have been flocking to these cities. Alas, there’s more to Asia that lures the tourist than just the stunning tropical beaches. So yes, if you can make it, go and explore before they truly become Asia’s lost gems.
Read Bangkok Chief of Bureau Denis D. Gray’s observations and lamentations on […]

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March 29th, 2008

Review Japan

Been to Japan? Care to share your experiences and memories? Here’s a place for you.
Welcome to ReviewJapan, a place to share your experiences and memories of Japan, and review restaurants, places, products, activities, movies, and all things Japanese. We hope that you will post your thoughts and tell us what you think is interesting about […]

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March 28th, 2008

The Tokyo Traveler

Traveling to Tokyo? Don’t miss b5media’s newly launched blog, The Tokyo Traveler, written by Shane Sakata.

Shane offers tips on getting around the busy metropole– where to go, what to do, and handy tips on how to make the best out of your stay in Tokyo.
Welcome to the b5media Travel Channel, Shane!
Tags: Asia, asia diving, asia-holidays, […]

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March 26th, 2008

New Hyderabad Airport

There has been a number of new airports which opened the last few weeks, and more are set to open in the near future. I can imagine that if you’re a frequent traveler expecting to land in the Changi Airport Terminal 1 and end up in the newly opened Terminal 3, it can be disorienting. […]

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March 25th, 2008

Korean Hot Spring Spas Change Logos

Some 480 spas across South Korea will now be sporting a new logo depicting waves of water with two circles symbolizing the heads of a father and son amid rising steam. This is to replace a red icon — a circle with rising wisps of steam– which they have been using for nearly a century […]

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March 23rd, 2008

Happy Easter!

From Let’s Visit Asia, here’s wishing everyone a Happy Easter!

Tags: Asia, asia diving, asia-holidays, asia-hotels, asia-travel, easter, holidaysShare This

By Ruth -- 1 comment

March 22nd, 2008

AirAsia with Formula 1 Livery

The interesting thing with budget airlines is that they always the ones who come up with the coolest aircraft livery. Colors that already make it feel like your holiday already starts the minute you board the plane.

Since it is partnering with the AT&T Williams Formula One team, AirAsia has just unveiled its new A320 aircraft […]

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March 22nd, 2008

Lawry’s The Prime Rib in Shanghai

Jakarta. Singapore. Tokyo. Hong Kong. Taipei. Lawry’s The Prime Rib has also arrived in Shanghai.
Treat yourself to prime rib cuts, carved before you on your tableside. Whether it’s for business meetings, special celebrations, family gatherings, or even wedding banquets, Lawry’s is a great choice for people who know their steaks. Check out this review from […]

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