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Zhongdian: Utopia near the Tibetan border
Located at the borders, many travellers use this town as a gateway to Tibet. -The Jakarta Post, ANN
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Go on, take a staycation
Treat yourself by 'staying in' this holiday season right here in Singapore. -ST |
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Picture-perfect pitstop
Delights in the quaint town of Macungie in Pennsylvania. -ST
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One with nature
Sri Lanka's famous architect designed a green hotel that embraced sustainable tourism practices. -The Star |
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Always the Brideshead
Get a feel of the aristocracy in the 18th-century castle where Brideshead Revisited was filmed. -ST
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Cheese, vino, paradiso
Travelling on the Road of Wine in the Piedmont region of Italy is a gastronomic delight. -ST |
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Ride fast and furious at Tokyo Disneyland
Take a high-speed ride through "ceremonial ruins" at DisneySea in Tokyo. -ST
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Get comfy at Hobart city this summer
Cover Tasmania's key attractions along the east coast at a fairly comfortable pace. -ST |
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Live safari from Kruger
Wildlife enthusiasts can view live safari action in a new 14-part National Geographic series. -ST
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Monstrous fun
The Gilham Fishing Resort in Krabi is an angler's paradise come true. -The Star |
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Vacationing dogs
Ruby's Resort is a simple getaway for those who wish to relax with their pets. -The Star
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Barrage of endless fun
From picnicking to dining, or simply taking in a panoramic view of S'pore's city skyline - there is plenty to do for everyone at the Marina Barrage. -ST |
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Tour Munich
Munich, the southern German state of Bavaria is more than just beers and BMWs. -The Star
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It's a jungle out there?
Swap the concrete jungle for a bamboo forest in the Golden Triangle, Thailand. -The Star |
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Mahout in training
Learn how to keep from falling off an elephant at the Four Seasons Tented Camp. -The Star
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The most beautiful Lake Garden
Taiping is a place that's pretty much off anyone's radar, unless you are looking forward to a kampung break. -The Star |
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Bingzhongluo: An unspoiled paradise
Catch the unspoiled paradise at Bingzhongluo where its the beautiful scenery seems endless. -China Daily
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On neutral ground
Hotels around Asia are starting carbon neutral initiatives, where donating a mere fraction of a night's sleep can help offset the environmental damage that travellers are contributing to. -BT |
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A city of contrasts
Museums with modern technology and old-world marketplaces are found in the Omani capital. -ST
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Will it end up like Chinatown?
Little India needs to retain its integrity of being dedicated to Indian culture and not end up like Chinatown. -ST |
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Hot flavours in Little India
More than fish head curry and tandoori chicken, the area now offers varied cuisines with the influx of non-Indian F&B outlets. -ST
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Lost horizon found
Discover the natural beauty of Shudu Lake in Shangri-La county. -China Daily |
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Houston calling
Museums and great food are enough to keep you busy in this Texan city but prepare to sweat it out. -ST
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It's a jungle in Nairobi
Whether it is wildlife or nightlife you are after, the Kenyan capital is sure to be a hit. -ST |
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Food lovers' Penang
Here's a guide to Peranakan boutique restaurants and fine dining along the heritage trail in Penang. -BT
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Lake district
Among Hanoi's traffic-choked streets are lake-side pockets of calm and tranquillity. -BT |
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Many splendoured city of Munich
Munich's mediaeval castles and cathedrals take pride of place next to its modern, bustling streets. -ST
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Hiraizumi: More than meets the eye
Hiraizumi, which literally translates as "Peace Spring", doesn?t seem at first glance to have much to offer but there is more to this Japanese town than meets the eye. -The Star
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Irish insight
Next year, Ireland's legendary stout celebrates its 250th birthday. What better way for fans to celebrate their favourite beer's birthday than to drop in at the home of Guinness. -The Star
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Why Atiu?
There are 552 good reasons for visiting Atiu, a Makatea Island in the Cooks Group, northeast of Rarotonga. This is far too many to innumerate, but we'll try. -ST |
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Old trilla in Manila
The old walled city of Intramuros saw plenty of WWII action. Now there are plans for more shops and restaurants. -ST
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With a dzong in my heart
Bhutan is more than just a destination for celebrity weddings such as Tony Leung and Carina Lau's. -ST |
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Places worth to visit at NZ
Bungee jump off the Kawarau Bridge and visit the Penguin Encounter enclosure. -ST
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Oui French!
Get the full European styles in Montreal and enjoy the Canadian countryside. -ST |
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Must-see tourist joints in Ho Chi Minh City
Head to the Ben Thanh Market in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City this Christmas. -ST
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Not a virgin left
There's a saying among young Thai college students that no one leaves Koh Samet a virgin. But today, the love shacks have long since given way to Mediterranean-style cottages and hip tropical villas. -The Nation, ANN |
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The hunt for red durian
At RM1 a fruit, every day is a durian day. Find the slice of heaven at an all-you-can-eat feast in a durian orchard and dig in the deep yellow or reddish-orange ones, also known as 'Ang Heh' or Red Prawn. -NST
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Diving into Sabah
With numerous islands, underwater treasures and highlands, Sabah is simply too good to miss. -The Star |
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Wa Wa... what a splashing time!
A bus that goes off land into water and vice versa? Ride on Wa Wa Amphibious Bus as it hits the water and hops on the land, passengers experience a sense of thrill and excitement! -NST
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Things to do, places to visit
If London's many museums don't take your fancy, consider these other pursuits. -BT |
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Life writ large in a humble xiaolongbao
Step into the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, aka Paris of the East, and grasp the right technique of eating xiaolongbaos. -BT
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Art Central
With its extravagant mix of venerable museums, studio collectives and contemporary art spaces, London remains one of the leading art capitals of the world. -BT |
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Take a break up north
Planning on a family-friendly trip on a budget? Check out these value-for-money hotspots at Malaysia this holiday! -ST
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Port Dickson: The place for an activity-filled holiday
Call it a mix of the East and West. Ride along the horse trails in this little Cowboy and Red Indian village with a touch of Malay-style houses and meet the Little Red Indian, Apache, in this animal-friendly resort. -NST |
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Playground for all ages
Southern Queensland in Australia is a wonderful playground for both young and old. Kids, and even adults, will have a huge blast at these perfect destinations for your next family vacation! -NST
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A glimpse of Osama
He?s said to be harder to locate than a needle in a haystack, but find yourself staring at the elusive Osama bin Laden inside the cave of Gua Tempurung in Perak. -NST
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No barrier to fun on the reef
Explore Australia's natural wonders on a refreshing cruise Down Under. -ST
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Colombo when it sizzles
Apart from its idyllic settings, Colombo is a culinary haven for even the most seasoned traveller. -ST |
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World's 10 sexiest hotel rooms
What makes a hotel room romantic? Well, they are rated in terms of passion-inducing panache. These hotel rooms are reasons why you need to loosen your corsets and behave badly indeed. -NST
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Travel Picks: Top 10 new golf courses in 2008
The Castle Course at St. Andrews in Scotland was named as the top new golf course of 2008. -Reuters |
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The concierge
Be sure to check out these year-end holiday promotions for this festive season! -ST
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Sassy Seoul
Busy and bustling ? that is how one Korean expatriate living here describes her city. -ST
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Escape on horseback
Saddle up and hold the reins, join in the jungle trail rides for a day trip or even stay at the lodge overnight. -ST
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Eat as you shop
Here's a mini guide to some shopping and culinary delights in Kuala Lumpur's mega malls. -ST
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Malaysian Mega Sale
Shopaholics geared themselves for Malaysia's Mega Sale Carnival, the major revenue-generating activity in the country's tourism industry. -NST
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Getaways in a jiffy
From child-friendly places to romantic getaways, plan your holidays for various needs. -ST |
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Romantic in Europe
Granada will be a romantic and charming holiday for the parents-to-be. -ST
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