Let’s Visit Asia

February 22nd, 2008

The Manila Bay

Just wanted to share a videoclip I took of Manila Bay, particularly the area behind the SM Mall of Asia, famed to be the biggest mall in the country, and 3rd worldwide:

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December 5th, 2007

Hong Kong Experiences (Video)

I love this promotional video from the Hong KongTourism Board, not just because it showcases the best places and events one can experience in Hong Kong, but also because it offers a fresh approach compared to the usual tourism videos. Whether you’re in Hong Kong for business, shopping, or sight-seeing with the family, you’ll surely […]

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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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October 15th, 2007

Korea… Sparkling

Here in my piece of the Asian sky, I see a lot of ads inviting to visit South Korea. Is this vibrant place something for you? See this one-minute video for a preview:

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May 26th, 2007

India & Nepal Travel Video Documentary

From the thousands of travel videos uploaded in youtube, it makes it difficult to discover treasure like this. Join Tyson Sadler as he explores India and Nepal with his brother and best friend.

Great clips, great music, great annotation… 10 minutes of a real great documentary! I love it!
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April 28th, 2007

Michelle Yeoh Invites You to Malaysia

Here’s a 30-second commercial prepared by the Malaysian Board of Tourism, featuring celebrity Michelle Yeoh:

Short but sweet.
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February 18th, 2007

Happy Chinese New Year!

The year 2007 is the Golden Year of the Pig! Here’s wishing everyone a prosperous and fun-filled year of travels ahead!

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January 31st, 2007

Swajana: Life in India, on Video

Aside from travel books, I just love videos featuring places. It’s like an invitation to come and see the place live, with my own eyes. Videos, especially those of a documentary nature, draw my attention to things I would probably miss even if I had been there.
And that’s why I love Swajana. As of writing […]

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