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Let\’s Visit Asia

June 6th, 2008

X2 Resorts in Kui Buri and Koh Samui, Thailand

The next time I spend a holiday in the vicinity of these resorts in Thailand, I’d definitely would like to try the X2 Resorts, just to satisfy my curiosity. No, not to check out the resort facilities and amenities, but purely because I’m intrigued by the name: X2 (read as “cross to”).
There’s an X2 in […]

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April 16th, 2008

Cocoa Island Maldives Summer Special

Ahhh… Maldives. A destination that remains on my list of places to visit before I die. If you’re one of the lucky ones on the lookout for a place to stay in this paradise on earth, consider taking advantage of Cocoa Island’s Summer Special, allowing you to spend 7 nights for the price of 5, […]

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January 7th, 2008

Bohol, Here We Come!

Ok, sudden change of plans.
When I realized what a long road trip it was going to be to head all the way to Pagudpud by car, I decided to check whether I could cut the trip short by taking a flight to Laoag City. Considering that I’m pregnant and we’ll have a hyperactive 5-year old […]

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January 4th, 2008

Avoiding Sandfly Stings

So how do you avoid getting feasted on by sandflies? Here are some tips for avoiding insect stings:
1. Wear protective clothing — long sleeved shirts and pants and hats.
2. Ask your hotel/resort management if they can provide mosquito nets to protect you during your sleep.
3. Use insecticides, mosquito repellents or one of those plug-in insect […]

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January 4th, 2008

Sandflies on the Beach

You’re off to your dream tropical beach destination. Pristine waters, wide sandy beaches, with just a few cabañas along the shore. And there it is. A sting. An itchy bite. Sandflies, also referred to as No-See-Ums, because you rarely see them.
Are they health hazards? Travel Doctor says:
Lurking on the beaches of many of our favourite […]

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