Let’s Visit Asia

Passengers flying Japanese Airlines on First Class and Executive Class Seasons (Business Class) will now be receiving the JAL Guide Tokyo, the first English-language city guide produced by the airline in nearly 20 years.
This 80-page guide contains regularly updated information on shopping and dining in Tokyo, plus sightseeing recommendations, a Tokyo subway map, as well as useful area and walking maps. The guide also has sections on Tokyo cuisine, sake and shochu – Japan’s national drinks – and tips on manners and etiquette when eating out.
The JAL Guide Tokyo will be available in first and business classes on all Americas …read more

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How would you spend $100 in one day in Hong Kong?
Anne Heuer sends her suggestions. It’s amazing how far your $100 can reach, and how much fun you can have strolling across the city, shopping, orgasmic hair wash, and karaoke included. Plus a chance to piss while taking in the view of Hong Kong skyline!
Read the rest of Anne Heuer’s suggested itinerary at GridSkipper. An absolute must-read especially for those who want to maximize their stay in HK!

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Muslim visitors especially those from the Middle East, will be glad to know that the Singapore Toursim Board has just released a “Muslim Visitor’s Guide”, featuring annual events, cultural districts of Singapore, major shopping areas and vital visitor advice written specifically for Muslim tourists. And of course, where to find Halal food!
Copies of the new guide are available directly from Singapore Tourism Board, or try the arabic version of the Uniquely Singapore website.

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When I visited Singapore, one of the things that struck me was how different religions were able to co-exist, apparently without any conflict. It was so inspiring to see people of various heritage and religious leaning being able to respect and live peacefully amongst each other. No matter what belief you belong to, you’ll never find it difficult to locate a place of worship that’ll suit you.
One evidence to such inter-cultural/inter-religious mix is the Sri Mariamman Temple, Singapore’s oldest Hindu temple, located right in the heart of… no, not Little India, but in Chinatown!
Incidentally, I can recommend Insight City …read more

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