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Asia's Latin City
Zamboanga: A seaside city with an old settlement upgraded by the Spanish conquerors. -ANN
Cycling to Caoling Tunnel
We somehow expect to see a light at the end as we cycle into Caoling Tunnel - but there is none! -China Post, ANN
Luxury at its best
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, the hyper-luxurious hotel, is spread over 2 islands linked by a 500m walkway. -ST
It is paradise on earth
Less than 1m of Maldives is above sea level and it could be submerged in 100 years due to rising sea levels. -ST
New wave
Before arrival of the Westerners, Hainan Island was mostly pioneered by Japanese tourists who surf. -China Daily, ANN
Back to the future in Beijing
Ancient China reveals itself in the Ming Tombs and the majestic Great Wall of China along with the city's many modern marvels. -ST
Tuk-ing road less travelled
Six Singaporeans will travel in two tuk tuks across India for a fundraiser which the Republic is taking part in for the first time. -ST
Joining the Cape escape
Taiwan's quaint southern tip, made famous by the Golden Horse nominated hit film Cape No. 7, is drawing tourists in droves. -ST
Gorgeous Guilin's river of life
Picturesque Guilin, whose population relies on the Li River, offers a quick getaway for urbanites. -myp
Phuket packs a punch
From unspoilt beaches to spicy seafood to religious festivals, the island enthrals body and soul. -ST
48 hours in Hong Kong at Christmas time
Renowned for fine dining, bountiful shopping and buzzing nightlife, the financial hub and former British colony is also a good place to soak up some festive sights. -Reuters
What colonial hangover?
The former British colony harbours good shopping, great eating and a happening tourism scene. -ST
Baby-friendly yet full of adventure
Writer Frances Tan has good fun with her six-month-old son and mountain climbing hubby in Japan's northern island of Hokkaido. -SPU
 
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