Let’s Visit Asia

The Mandarin Oriental in Manila has opened a new bar: the Martinis.
Martinis is more than the city’s newest hotspot for drinks, it’s also become the place to go for live jazz in a sophisticated Art Deco setting. World-class jazz performed by a talented chanteuse-led band is on offer every night as is a martini menu that is well worth investigating, with such temptations as Ginger Martinis, Sake Martinis, Choco-chilli Martinis, Dirty Martinis and Cosmopolitans. The classics are here, too, from Singapore Slings to Mojitos and Margaritas –all mixed with flair and offered alongside a range of scrumptious bar snacks and …read more

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According to survey conducted by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and Visa Southeast Asia, it seems that, in comparison to last year, 9% more travelers are looking at Asia as next travel destination. It appears that one in two people who intend to travel overseas in the next two years are looking at Asia as their most likely destination. Hm, I’d like to think this blog is making a dent, after all, hah!
Some highlights of the Asia Travel Intentions Survey 2007:

of those intending international travel in the next two years, 52 % were considering Asia as their next travel …read more

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

Short but sweet.

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A new luxurious hotel, right in the heart of Beijing, has recently opened: the Regent Beijing. From the hotel website:
Set comfortably between the sleek modernity of the business district and the ancient hutongs of traditional China, The Regent Beijing is in an ideal position to offer a complete experience of Beijing. Strategically located in the heart of the city’s prime cultural and commercial district, the hotel is approximately 10 to 15 minutes walk to Wangfujing shopping districts, the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square and 45 minutes drive to the international airport.
Visitng Beijing this year? You can avail of the Regnet …read more

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