Asia
8 Asia-Pacific cities rank among top destinations in the world
THE secret’s out on the Asia-Pacific region’s appeal as a travel destination, with eight cities from Asia, Australia and New Zealand making TripAdvisor’s list of the 25 best destinations in the world. Anyone who has visited these metropolises will easily understand why they ranked on this list, as each offers unique culture, style, food, and…>
10 best bookstores in Asia
IF you fancy a good read when you’re traveling around Asia, make note of these bookstores. Most of these places are more destinations than just shops and you may spend more time, and money, than planned. They are also part of the experience of visiting these locations so do plan them into your itinerary. Gertrude…>
Romantic travel destinations in Asia this Valentine’s Day
HERE are some ideas for a romantic trip with the one you love this Valentine’s Day. Seaside break There are plenty of sunny destinations to bask in together around Asia with numerous archipelagos, coastal locations and sandy shores for holidaying couples across the region. Bali, Flores or Lombok in Indonesia are perfect for evening strolls,…>
In pictures: Boat travel in Asia
RIVERS form much of the landscape and lifeblood of Asia, providing not only vital resources such as water, fish stock and crop hydration but a means of transport too. Boats are essential in places such as the Ganges in India, the Mekong in Indochina, and lakes and rivers in Nepal and China. Here are some…>
In the news: Christmas around Asia
On the beach, in churches and from bungee chords – here are some ways Christmas was celebrated around Asia yesterday. Happy Christmas season to all from Visited Planet. Philippines – from CNN Known as the country with “the longest Christmas season in the world,” Filipinos get the Christmas festivities rolling in September, and extend them…>
Unearthed: 6 Asian travel destinations for 2013
AS travel continues to change and develop, there’s an ongoing search for unexplored and pristine destinations. Here are some to consider for 2013. East Timor War and conflict is all over in East Timor, making it one of the newest tourism destinations waiting to be discovered. Just one hour by flight from Darwin, East Timor…>
The day the world didn’t end around Asia
If you missed the end of the world yesterday, don’t worry, it didn’t happen. While December 21 was heralded by some as the potential end of the world, according to how they read the Mayan calendar, it seems most people didn’t really take the predictions too seriously. However I was asked on Facebook yesterday from…>
Places to stay
TenFace Bangkok
Bangkok, Pathumwan, Thailand
The Sukhothai Bangkok
Bangkok, , Thailand
Lebua At State Tower
Bangkok, Bangrak, Thailand



























































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