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Here’s an important note for members of Korean Air’s Skypass Mileage Program: Mileage earned from July 1, 2008 onwards will now have a validity of just five years (previously, earned miles never expired).
Come to think of it, 5 years is still a long time to accumulate miles. In majority of other frequent flyer programs, accumulated […]
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, here’s a travel blog dedicated for you moms out there: the Traveling Mamas.
Being a mama myself (2nd time, soon!), I know how traveling can be challenging, cumbersome at times, when you have one or more children in tow. Trips need a bit more planning, and if you […]
Of course, the Tubbataha Reefs is not the only Asia nominee for the New 7 Wonders of Nature. In fact, between the Arab region to the Far East Asia and even all the way to Mongolia and the Russian Federation, there are over 50 nominees from Asia, attesting to the myriad of natural bounty Asia […]
I just finished watching a documentary on Tubbataha Reefs, one of the Philippines’ nominees for the New 7 Wonders of Nature, currently ranking as the 7th.
What and where is Tubbataha, and why does it deserve a vote?
Tubbataha Reef is an atoll coral reef in the Sulu Sea that belongs to the Philippines. It is a […]
Looking for accommodations in Bangkok? Have a look at the 9 leisure packages being offered at Metropolitan Bangkok:
Como Shambhala Reviver Package: for couples or friends looking for wellbeing and respite from the urban hubbub
Excess at the Met: for the ultimate extravagance
Global Explorer: ideal for travelers on stop-over on their way to explore Indochina’s gems, including […]
If you’re in my part of the sky here in this little red dot called Singapore, and you’re into yachts, boats, sailing and other marine pastimes, don’t miss the Boat Asia 2008! Enjoy a dazzling display of sleek sail boats to super-sized yachts at The Marina at Keppel Bay from April 24-27. You can […]
The last week has seen a lot of new hotels opening in the Chinese region:
in Hongkong: Courtyard by Marriott Hong Kong, located along the Victoria Harbour in the Sai Ying Pun District on Hong Kong Island
also in Hong Kong: Novotel Nathan Road, located on the main thoroughfare of Kowloon, also known as the Golden Mile
in […]
If you find yourself flying over the Indian subcontinent frequently, you might want to take participate in SriLankan Airlines’ newly launched frequent flyer programme, the FlySmiLes. In addition to the usual miles collection, FlySmiles members also get to enjoy additional baggage privileges:
FlySmiLes Members who reach the Silver Tier Level can opt to join the Baggage […]
In this day and age, staying connected during travel, whether for business or holiday, is essential. Most cellphone networks do provide global roaming services, but the charges are almost prohibitive. How do you keep in touch with folks back home or elsewhere and still keep the costs to a minimum?
One way is to forget about […]
Lisa Marie of the Flyaway Weblog is having a great time in Thailand — Phuket, Bangkok, Khao Lak, and who knows where else next.
If you’ve been to Thailand, or are planning on visiting the Siam City, you’ll enjoy Lisa Marie’s series of entries. Check it out!
Tags: Asia, asia diving, asia-holidays, asia-hotels, asia-travel, Khao Lak, Phuket, […]
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