Vietnam-Laos travel routes to improve

Viet Nam and Laos have agreed to strengthen transport capacity on the route linking the two countries’ capital cities to meet the growing demand for passenger and cargo transport. The agreement was signed during an annual meeting between the two countries’ transport officials in Lao’s Savannakhet province.The...

Read More …

2007 Landmine Monitoring report

Landmine Monitor has published its 2007 report, which contains some interesting facts and figures about landmine use around the world. You can read the full Landmine Monitor report by following this link:www.icbl.org/lm/2007 Cambodia remains one of the worst landmine-affected countries in the world,...

Read More …

The 3rd Internasional Ecotourism Business Forum 2007

ECOTOURBIZ 2007 invites you to attend the conference, which will be held at Wonosobo, Central Java on 30th November to 3rd December 2007, The three-day conference will bring together ecotourism associations and networks from around the world, along with each other interested organizations and individuals....

Read More …

Village of Bali

The idea of balance is central to Balinese philosophy and way of life. Nature and Man meet and complement each other.The villages are a study in order. Hidden behind the same mud walls, there will be the same red tiles of the same family pavilions with, again thirty meters apart, the same thatched puppet...

Read More …

Fabulous new chef in Bangkok

Italian born, Francesco Greco was raised in Sardinia, with a passion for gourmet cuisine strongly engrained in his heritage.With creative flair and a nose for quality, he has been cooking professionally for over 20 years and holds several sommelier qualifications, making him a bonafide food and wine...

Read More …

Malaysian International Batik Festival

MIBF is held in conjunction with Kuala Lumpur International Batik (KLIB) Convention and Exhibition 2007.24 Nov Children’s Batik Fashion Contest25 Nov Family Batik Design Competition & BatikFun Walk1 Dec Family Batik Hunt2 Dec Children’s Batik Painting ContestThese events will be held at Esplanade,...

Read More …

Top 10 reasons to visit koh Samui

Your destination for water sports, adventure activities, shopping and fine foods Koh Samui or Samui is one of the top travel destinations of Thailand. Its an island in the Gulf of Thailand, about 80km from the eastern coastline of southern Thailand. The Thailand's second largest island has numerous...

Read More …

Christmas in Singapore

The magical extravaganza ‘Christmas in the Tropics’ returns to Singapore from 17 November 2007 to 2 January 2011 with a host of exciting events including festive performances, entertainment events, shopping specials, concerts and dance parties, as well as the popular brilliant display of lights at Orchard...

Read More …

Luang Prabong, Laos

Prabang is the oldest religious centre of the eastern Asian country and giving alms to the monks is a time-honoured tradition among the town's residents.Plenty of tourists get up early to witness the spectacle and they buy rice from local peddlers in order to stand at the roadside and donate a small...

Read More …

Christmas in Singapore

The magical extravaganza ‘Christmas in the Tropics’ returns to Singapore from 17 November 2007 to 2 January 2011 with a host of exciting events including festive performances, entertainment events, shopping specials, concerts and dance parties, as well as the popular brilliant display of lights at Orchard...

Read More …

Fireflyz now offers hotel services

Community airline, Firefly, has introduced a new service that will allow its customers to book their flights and hotel accommodation at its website.Firefly Holidays would complement the company's flights in providing customers the ease of making their travel plans.With links to almost 140 hotels in...

Read More …

Cambodia - Latest South East Asian Tourist stop

Cambodia is witnessing a resurgence as a South-east Asian tourist destination. And its not just the temples of Angkor that are fuelling this, although the complex is noted for being one of the great archaeological sites in the world.Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital, is like any modern bustling Asian city,...

Read More …

Ilocos Norte, Philippine - The best of culture and nature

Long before the coming of the Spaniards, there already existed an extensive region (consisting of the present provinces of Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Abra and La Union) renowned for its gold mines.Merchants from Japan and China would often visit the area to trade gold with beads, ceramics and silk. The...

Read More …

Thung Buatong, Thailand - Wild Sunflower field

Thung Buatong (Wild Sunflower Field) is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Mae Hong Son Province. Its significant character is the area is largely decorated of yellowish wild sunflowers, located on high mountain where you can see scenery of vivid wild sunflower mountain range. The weather...

Read More …

Welcome to Laos

Here then, are my top suggestions for sites to take in during your holiday in Laos.When you visit Laos you will notice immediately how important the culture, heritage and Buddhism are to its inhabitants. Laos is located between Vietnam and Thailand in the south east of Asia. It is a beautiful country...

Read More …

LIMA 2007 in Langkawi

Visitors to the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (Lima) 2007, from Dec 4 to 8, have been promised a show like never before. A huge fleet of ships and planes would be on display at the biennial event. The maritime exhibition areas, have been extended to 10,000 square feet from the previous...

Read More …

Aria Luxury Villas & Spa - luxury villas in Bali Indonesia

Aria Luxury Villas & Spa is a new set of luxury villas designed for the discerning travelers. Make a choice, as each of our villa is differently set up to better cater for your individual needs and priorities. Choose from luxury bathroom expericence, luxurious swimming pool, or spacious living and...

Read More …

Facts to know before visit Indonesia

ClimateUpon arrival and disembarking from the plane, one immediately notices the sudden rush of warm, wet air. Indonesia is a warm place. It has no spring, summer, fall, or winter, just two seasons: rainy and dry, both of which are relative (it still rains during the dry season, it just rains less)....

Read More …

Palembang's events for 2011

Palembang is the capital city of South Sumatra. It's famous by the Musi River and the Bridge. To celebrate the Visit Indonesia Year 2011, Palembang has a program to attract the domestic and foreign tourist and come to Palembang all the 2011 year.Sungai Musi/Musi River is the main area for this program,...

Read More …

Cambodia - Latest South East Asian tourist spot

Cambodia is witnessing a resurgence as a South-east Asian tourist destination. And its not just the temples of Angkor that are fuelling this, although the complex is noted for being one of the great archaeological sites in the world.Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital, is like any modern bustling Asian city,...

Read More …

The Angkor National Museum

A national museum designed to display the Khmer culture will be opened next Monday in the capital town of Cambodia's Siem Reap Province. The Angkor National Museum, covering 20,000 square meters and built with the Khmer architecture style, will highlight the cultural heritage of the Khmer nationality...

Read More …

New Food Court - Popular food spot

This is Singapore's popular food haunt. The Newton Food Centre. It has been around for ages and is widely popular with locals and tourists alike. It opens till late or till the early hours in the morning. This place has been revamped in the last couple of years. It used to be this dingy looking food...

Read More …

Travel guide links - 14 November 2007

Sam presents Hiking the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff Arizona. Surfer Sam. posted at Surfer Sam and Friends, saying, "Hiking the Grand Canyon, an Arizona vacation. Havasu Falls, Mooney Falls, five friends, five days and a taste of Eden." Sagar Satapathy presents Travelhacker » Top 100 Blogs for Vacationers...

Read More …

Beware of passenger bag theft

Travelling with valuables is never a good idea, especially if you fly through Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta. Police have just busted a ring of baggage handlers who were expert at stealing from people’s baggage in their care. Here’s more from the Jakarta Post.Arrests made in theft of...

Read More …

Top 5 Thailand hidden Paradise

Thailand is considered a tourist spot that everyone would like to experience. Large amount of tourists all over the world know about prominent tourist spots i.e. Phuket, Koh Samui and Koh Phi Phi (PP Island) but in actuality, Thailand still has many hidden paradise waiting to be explored as follow.1....

Read More …

Thung Buatong - Wild Sunflower field

Thung Buatong (Wild Sunflower Field) is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Mae Hong Son Province. Its significant character is the area is largely decorated of yellowish wild sunflowers, located on high mountain where you can see scenery of vivid wild sunflower mountain range. The weather...

Read More …

Things to do in Pattaya

Pattaya is a popular tourist resort in Thailand located about 150 km south of the capital Bangkok. Although Pattaya has become notorious as an adult playground for men, there are a few interesting attractions that can be enjoyed by couples and families.Pattaya Elephant VillagePattaya Elephant village...

Read More …

Top 5 Thailand hidden paradise

Thailand is considered a tourist spot that everyone would like to experience. Large amount of tourists all over the world know about prominent tourist spots i.e. Phuket, Koh Samui and Koh Phi Phi (PP Island) but in actuality, Thailand still has many hidden paradise waiting to be explored as follow.1....

Read More …

Beware of passenger bag theft

Travelling with valuables is never a good idea, especially if you fly through Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta. Police have just busted a ring of baggage handlers who were expert at stealing from people’s baggage in their care. Here’s more from the Jakarta Post.Arrests made in theft of...

Read More …

Sampan is one of our mode ot transportation

Sampan is one of traditional boat, it’s made from wood. Some sampans include a small shelter on board, and may be used as a permanent habitation on inland waters. Sampans are generally used for fishing or transportation, in coastal areas or rivers. It is unusual for a sampan to sail far from land as...

Read More …

2011 is Visit Indonesia Year

Introducing 5 new tourist destinations :PADANG, LOMBOK, KUPANG, MANADO, MAKASSARGateway to Business & Investment in IndonesiaProducts and Services ProfileInvestment OpportunitiesTourism DestinationsFurniture & HandicraftGarment, Batik & EmbroideryFashion & AccessoriesHerbal & SpaPrinting...

Read More …

Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket

The 20th annual Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards sees Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket further establish its position as one of the world’s best resorts. Voted within the Top 10 resorts in Asia, this survey is based on the most rigorous and respected selection of the best the world has to offer.Set against...

Read More …

Malaysia International Gourmet Festival

It will be a showdown of world-class chefs as they showcase the best of their culinary delights in the Malaysia International Gourmet Festival 2007.The Festival, held from 2 - 29 November will see chefs from several hotels, notably residing in Malaysia, dishing out their skills in preparing a wide range...

Read More …

Koh Samui in short - World paradise

Koh Samui ranks undoubtedly among Thailand’s most picturesque and beautiful island destinations. The island is geographically positioned in the pleasant Gulf of Thailand approximately 53 miles from Surat Thani and 435 miles from the Thai capital.It is the Gulf’s biggest and after Koh Chang and Phuket,...

Read More …

Bali Fashion Week - 22 to 25 Nov 2007

Bali Fashion Week is an international event aimed at promoting the textile Industry, garments, accessories, handbags, shoes and jewelery to the world in order to help the Indonesian government in economic development and growth. Bali Fashion Week is a mix of art and fashion where they collide for an...

Read More …

Traveler guide blogger.. we want you!

Welcome to the one and only travel blog network for Asian countries. With recent development such as Air Asia X flying to London, Australia and China and more institutional investors investing in hotel in this region, I anticipate more and more people will come and visit this region, South East Asia....

Read More …