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August 2010

Every summer the Edinburgh International Festival transforms Scotland’s inspiring capital city into a hive of cultural entertainment with three ...

This August 30, all eyes will be on Roger Federer to see if he can improve on his disappointing Wimbledon performance at the US Open. While his name ...

Didn't your Mum tell you not to play with food? Sure she did, but everyone loves a good food fight and there is no bigger one than La Tomatina! This ...

Every year the streets of West London come alive with the sights and sounds of Europe’s biggest street festival, the Notting Hill Carnival. ...
July 2010

Singapore Food Festival a Celebration of Taste Renford Davies
Embark on a mouth-watering journey to discover the culture of Asian cuisine at the Singapore Food Festival held throughout July. Organised ...

2010 Tour de France Back on the Road Renford Davies
Hundreds of thousands of jubilant spectators will be gathering in force at the heart of Rotterdam this month, for the start of the renowned 3,600km ...

Montreux Jazz Festival Slaves to the Rhythm Claudius Rayner
One of Europe’s most prestigious music fests, the Montreux Jazz Festival is an event music fans shouldn’t pass up. Graced by all the ...

The 2010 British Open: Return to the Home of Golf Michael DesPortes
The only golf major held outside the US, The Open Championship or British Open personifies the origins and traditions of golf. Prepare for the ...
June 2010

Learning the Muay Thai Way in Phuket Scott Reynolds
Phuket in southern Thailand is Asia’s boot camp for Muay Thai training, where this kickboxing martial art is the national sport. Giving up your holiday for a punching ...

Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands to Rival Vegas? Michael DesPortes
Singapore is reinventing the luxury casino experience with its newly opened Marina Bay Sands Resort. Playing card-inspired architecture and state-of-the-art gambling ...

Hong Kong: Dining Out in Asia's Food Captal Claudius Rayner
Revered as the culinary capital of Asia, Hong Kong boasts over 11,000 restaurants, many of them packed into little food districts. Not only is it home to the best Cantonese ...

After the World Cup Adventure Safari Renford Davies
There is something truly thrilling about sleeping in a tent. From cosy mobile camps to Out of Africa canvas-style bivouacs, roughing it in South Africa’s vast game ...
May 2010

Wimbledon 2010 Come Rain or Shine Dan Wilson
Wimbledon is unequivocally the world’s most prestigious grand slam tennis tournament, so why not join the very English crowds for some ...

Live! It’s the 2010 UEFA Champions League Final Joshua Clements
It’s only weeks to go before the final of Europe’s most drooled-over football competition. And what better event could you wish for to ...

The Great Cape Town Pub Crawl Caper Renford Davies
Bars, pubs and clubs, Cape Town has it all – a vibrant nightlife that allows you to boogie and barf your way into the wee hours of the morning. ...
April 2010

World Cup: Fever Pitch! Renford Davies
Cristiano Ronaldo? Wayne Rooney? Iker Casillas or Kaka? It doesn’t matter who you’re rooting for, we all agree that the World Cup – ...

French Open Courtship Wilson Owens
Bonjour les fans de tennis! Get ready for game, set and match at the 2010 French Open, the world’s greatest clay court Grand Slam of the year. ...

Cannes Film Festival is Glamorous Darling Claudius Rayner
Lights, camera action! It’s that time of year again when the stars walk the red carpet at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. Catch the rich ...

Johannesburg Nightlife: Top 10 Hotspots Renford Davies
If you’re in Johannesburg during the World Cup then you won’t be disappointed by the choice of extra-curricular activities. South ...

Pattaya Songkran: Waterworld on Steroids James Barrow
Pattaya knows how to party. This is a well known fact of life in Thailand and overseas. And in my humble opinion, Pattaya is the only place to spend ...
March 2010

Great Singapore Sale Shopping Safari Theresa Tang
The expression shop till you drop aptly describes the Great Singapore Sale (GSS), because by the end of the first day I am dead tired. But like most ...

US Master Blaster Renford Davies
Spring will be in the air in America come April, just in time for the first ‘major’ professional golf event of the year, the US Masters. ...

Hong Kong Rugby Sevens Mayhem Tom Racette
The Hong Kong Rugby Sevens has grown into the biggest event of its kind over 35 years of its history. While the mayhem is happening on the pitch, ...

Splish Splash Thai Songkran Shower Michael DesPortes
Songkran in Thailand is a must attend event for every visitor to the Kingdom, offering huge fun and heaps of cultural insights over a three-day ...

Songkran in Phuket: A Cultural Curiosity William Craigmont
Songkran in Phuket is paradise. And why shouldn’t it be? There you are on a beautiful tropical island with baking hot sun, sea and sand all ...

Songkran in Samui Puts Family First Renford Davies
Songkran in Koh Samui, Thailand’s third largest island, is a more laid back affair than in other Songkran hotspots. Much of the island’s ...
February 2010

A Chiang Mai Songkran: Best Day Ever! Michael DesPortes
If there was only one day left in your life but you got to live it in Chiang Mai, Thailand, it would almost be perfect. Make it a Chiang Mai Songkran ...

New Orleans Mardi Gras Madness Tom Racette
Okay, so it's February, and you decide you want to go to Mardi Gras even if it is at the very last minute (and last year you promised to start ...

Luck of the Irish in New York City Patrick O’Rielly
St. Patrick's Day is celebrated by the Irish and Irish at heart in big cities and small towns around the world. Along with the time honoured ...

Songkran in Bangkok : Catch the Fever! Renford Davies
If you haven’t been to Bangkok for Songkran then I reckon you haven’t lived. At least that’s what I was told time and time again.

Chinatown USA in San Francisco Stephen Ng
The festivities for Lunar Year 4708 actually start much earlier in San Francisco on 6 February with a ribbon cutting ceremony and mini procession, ...
January 2010

Gaycation in Sydney Manfred Love
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is also a massive money spinner and the world travel community has taken notice. The 2009 event was a huge ...

Australian Open 2010 Tom Racette
Sports is huge business in Australia and Australians take their sport very seriously. The Grand Final of Australian Rules Football is a national ...

Vancouver Goes for Gold LeSean Johnson
Besides picturesque scenery and the thrill of gold medal victory, the Olympic Games are big business for the host cities. The global television ...

Bali Is for Lovers Tammy Ford
This is where immaculate villas overlook terraced rice paddies stretching into the distance. From the edge of private swimming pools, the pampered ...
December 2009

Happy New Year in Bangkok 2010 Michael DesPortes
When the holidays come around, searching for the right present for everyone is not the only task at hand. Finding something new and exciting to do on ...

Winter Paradise in Koh Samui Rhonda McKee
If you are reading this in the northern hemisphere, the days are getting shorter and the nights longer. Wouldn't you rather be on Koh Samui, swimming ...

Skiing in Switzerland Tom Racette
Tis the season when Europe’s mountain peaks start to turn white with snow. Visitors to Switzerland are spoiled for choice: Why settle for one ...

Santa in Vienna Tony Jack
Every child knows that Santa lives in the North Pole. However, no place in the world is the spirit of Saint Nicolas (Santa Claus) more alive than in ...
November 2009

Sports in UAE Carleton Cole
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has quickly established itself as the sporting capital of the Middle East. The success of the recently completed ...

New Tastes in Kuala Lumpur Mark Patten
Kuala Lumpur has long taken a back seat to popular destinations to its north and south. However it is quickly shedding its backwater reputation and ...

A Brand New Beat in Hong Kong Tom Racette
Hong Kong has changed with the times but its Chinese influence is as strong as it ever was. But now the city gyrates to an exciting Samba beat, or ...

What's New in New Delhi Alice Summers
For such an old place, what's new about New Delhi? Well the Metro Delhi for one thing - which has quickly established itself as the best way to get ...
October 2009

Pattaya by Day Tom Racette
Pattaya by day offers visitors a tamer look at a destination that has become infamous for its nocturnal temptations. But believe it or not, visitors ...

Pubs Crawls in London Greg Jansen
There is a saying that goes something like this: ‘if you're tired of London, you're tired of life.' True or false, there's no doubt that ...

Chilling in Chiang Mai William Craigmont
Looking for more than just the traditional 'Bangkok and beach' holiday? Then it’s time to head directly for Chiang Mai. This northern city ...

The Melbourne Cup Maria Sanchez
The Melbourne Cup is one of the few events in Australia that brings the entire nation to a halt. On this day, time stands still until the race ...
September 2009

Shoppers Guides to Bangkok Peter Graham
Many cities like to claim that they offer the greatest shopping on the planet. It's true that many have superb malls, while others can boast fabulous ...

Calling All Vegetarians to Phuket Diana Lennox
If you want to experience a tropical island holiday with a difference, we'll let you into a little secret. Head for Phuket during the island's annual ...

Oktoberfest in Munich Neil Savour
Get out the lederhosen and the oom-pah band, it’s Oktoberfest time again! For beer lovers, all roads lead to Munich to enjoy what has become ...

Doing Business in Tokyo Alex Storm
If you want to do business in Japan, you need to be scrupulously aware of cultural differences, the importance of status and expected behaviour. By ...
August 2009

Paris for Children John Johnson
Paris is not only a magical city for adults; it can also be a wonderland of fun and discovery for children. The most important factor is your ...

Ten Tips for Cutting Costs in Bangkok Sasha Dupont
Everyone wants to save money while travelling, but few people take the time to budget for a trip and discover the ways in which we can save money. We ...

Singapore: Ready to Roar Michael Jones
All roads lead to Singapore in September. The island state is rolling out the red carpet for visitors to the Formula One Grand Prix with a feast of ...

The Crazy Side of London Lee Singh
London is known around the world for its traditional attractions - Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Madame Tussauds and the London Eye. But there's much ...
July 2009

Summer in Los Angeles Carleton Cole
Steamy, funky, modernist Los Angeles—the City of Angels—is an energetic town of great ethnic and lifestyle diversity. Besides its large ...

Budget Beach Breaks in Danang Peter Graham
Beach holidays never go out of fashion. No matter where you come from or how young or old you are, it seems that beaches retain a fascination for ...

Europe's Trendy City - Barcelona Mike Greenstone
These days you might be forgiven for thinking that Barcelona is named after a very famous football club. The city's star team has certainly had an ...

Top 10 Reasons to Visit Kyoto Molly Hanson
When people think of Japan, the images that spring to mind will more than likely have their origins in Kyoto. This remarkable city is the storehouse ...
June 2009

Europe's Best in Athens & Moscow Peter Malherbe
Whatever type of holiday you desire, you can find it in Europe. From stunning beaches to historic cities, there is always something exciting for ...

10 Reasons to Visit Bali Peter Malherbe
When there's a survey to find the world's most desirable island destination, you can bet your bottom dollar that Bali will come out on top. It seems ...

Taipei's Priceless Heritage Carleton Cole
The fact that Taipei’s National Palace Museum is the world’s largest repository of Chinese art would alone be a good enough reason to ...

Bahrain's Rainbow Nation in Manama Carleton Cole
With a population that is a melting pot of different groups, tiny Bahrain points the way to what the future may look like for many countries. The ...
May 2009

Sizzling Summer Deals in Singapore Peter Graham
If you've been considering a visit to Asia, one of the most interesting and exotic regions of the world, then this is the perfect time for you to ...

Cape Town: Ready for World Cup Peter Graham
This time next year the destination on everybody's lips will be South Africa. The country, situated on the tip of the African continent, will be ...

London on a Budget Andrew Smythe
London is certainly one of the most exciting and enchanting cities on the globe, but it is not the cheapest. The value of the British pound means you ...

Washington DC: What a Capital! Carleton Cole
For the inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th US president in January, global attention turned to the country’s capital Washington, ...
April 2009

Top of the World in Nepal Carleton Cole
While many parts of Asia have a global feel these days, Kathmandu, Nepal, remains a living museum for its centuries-old culture, breathtaking Hindu ...

Songkran: Splashing Good Fun in Chiang Mai Jenny Chang
If you want to experience Thailand at its most exciting and exhilirating, make sure you get there for the annual Songkran festivities. On April 13 ...

Spring In Paris Georgio Klein
Few cities in the world are as beautiful as Paris. And at no time is it more enchanting than during spring. As the last of the winter weather passes ...

Join us on Facebook Martin Milton
Have you joined the HotelTravel.com group on Facebook yet? Come on, join up and find out more about the company and the people working to bring you ...
March 2009

Cyprus, Island of Sun Mary Justingale
The first time I visited Cyprus was in 1993 for the Commonwealth Heads of State meeting, which was attended by a host of prime ministers and ...

St Patrick's Day in Dublin Andy Thomas
It’s almost time to start picking shamrocks and watching out for the leprechauns. Yes, on March 17 the world will once again celebrate St ...

The Heart of Seoul Carleton Cole
The modern and traditional seamlessly blend in Seoul, with neon-lit malls a short walk away from splendid old palaces. Nowhere is this chic mix of ...

Best Markets in Bangkok Peter Graham
When it comes to shopping, there's nothing as exciting as the markets of Asia. In virtually every urban centre, there will be spots set aside for ...
February 2009

Spring in Budapest Carleton Cole
Intriguingly situated at the crossroads of Central and Eastern Europe, the dynamic Hungarian capital of Budapest boasts a rich history which lives on ...

Carnival Time in Rio de Janeiro Ellis Tonder
I don't often accompany my girlfriend on her business trips. As a fashion stylist, she gets to see some amazing places, but being with her is not ...

Sports Bonanza in Melbourne Greg Simons
If you had the opportunity to attend one major sporting event this year, which one would it be? Wimbledon? A Formula One Grand Prix? The Superbowl? ...

Koh Pha Ngan is Tops in Thailand Peter Graham
Thailand’s beach resorts are legendary. Every year millions of people from around the globe head for these golden stretches of sand to enjoy a ...
January 2009

Best Selling Hotels in Bangkok Michelle Leksman
If you've ever wondered which of our thousands of hotels are most popular among our customers, here's your chance to find out. Discover which hotels ...

Valentine Hotels in Venice Peter Graham
Love it or hate it, there's no way you can escape it. That's Valentine's Day, when expressions of love become an art form. First celebrated in ...

Chinese New Year - Year of the Ox Philip Dangor
The Year of the Ox is almost here. On January 26, 2009, Chinese communities around the globe will celebrate their New Year with huge fanfare and ...

Mughal Magic in Agra Carleton Cole
Spoiled for choice as to what to see in India? How about exploring the three fascinating destinations that make up the "Golden Triangle" in ...
December 2008

Attractive New Design for HotelTravel.com William Craigmont
HotelTravel.com has always believed that fantastic travel experiences should not be expensive. Now we’ve taken it to another level with our new ...

Happy New Year in London Alexander Chan
When the bell tolls to signal the dawning of 2009, where will you be? Old Year's Eve is the one time of the year when most people let their hair down ...

Hotspots for 2009 : Beijing & Johannesburg Michael Nosworthy
Travellers these days have a vast choice when it comes to holidays. The world has opened up more than ever before, with tourists criss-crossing the ...

HotelTravel.com is the Safest Reg Barker
HotelTravel.com strives to be one of the most secure service providers on the World Wide Web. Nothing is more important to us than protecting your ...
November 2008

Theme Park Heaven in Orlando Carleton Cole
As the gateway to the heavily visited and much-beloved Walt Disney World and the Epcot Centre, Orlando, Florida, in the south eastern United States, ...

Phuket, Thai Paradise Peter Graham
Lying on a hammock overlooking the beach, the entwined couple looks out over the sparkling Andaman Sea. In the distance, a yacht bobs in the bay. The ...

World's Best Shopping is in London Gladys Elton
You probably won't be surprised to discover what the number one activity is among travellers. No, it's not dining out at exotic restaurants or ...

HotelTravel.com's New Website Tom Shield
HotelTravel.com is sporting a brand-new look. A redesign of all our website pages has taken more than a year and they will come on line during this ...
October 2008

Best of Berlin Elias Johnson
Commissioned in the late 1700s by Prussia’s King Frederick William II to be a symbol of peace, the Brandenburg Gate was the focal point of ...

Las Vegas Nights Anna Smith-Lee
If you want to catch America's celebrities at play, there's no better place than Las Vegas. Only a short flight - or a few hours' drive - from Los ...

Stylish Singapore Peter Graham
A new star has risen in the exclusive world of Singapore's most luxurious hotels. For the first time in more than a decade, a big-name international ...

The Melbourne Cup Gerald Mann
The Melbourne Cup is known as "the race that stops a nation". This annual event is regarded as one of the world's greatest horse races and ...
September 2008

The Glory of Guilin Sam Ellis
A memory of my childhood which remains with me is of a painting which hung in my parents’ dining room during my childhood. It was of a rural ...

Top 10 Things to do in Hong Kong Scott Reynolds
From the magnificent view of Victoria harbour by night to the packed markets and alleyways of Kowloon, Hong Kong is a thrilling city. With its unique ...

Spanish Flair in Seville Tony Cottonwald
I really can’t tell you how many times in my life of almost 50 years I’ve jetted down to Costa del Sol in the south of Spain with my ...

Top Honeymoon Hotels : Mahe Island, Seychelles Peter Graham
When it comes to holidays, there's one that needs to be absolutely perfect - your honeymoon. As you embark on married life with your partner, this is ...
August 2008

A Surprise in Mumbai Samantha Tomm
"You must be crazy," my mother said when she heard that my husband and I planned to take our children to India on holiday. She reminded me ...

California Dreaming in San Francisco Anthony Arthur
Ah, California. The Golden State is not only the most populated US state, but it is also blessed with the world’s 9th largest economy, rich and ...

A Different London Tom Bradden
When people visit London, their first stops are usually Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus and the other famous attractions that make it ...

Gourmet Singapore Peter Graham
It is said that there is only one thing that Singaporeans prefer to eating out – and that is talking about eating out. Whether it's a noodle ...
July 2008

Art in Paris Simon Temple
I make a point of getting to Paris every three years because I find it to be the perfect passage of time for which to allow museums and galleries to ...

Samui: A Slice of Paradise Melinda Smit
The moment you step off the aircraft at Samui Airport, you will discover that this is no ordinary island. From the tropically-themed aircraft to the ...

Beijing Olympics 2008 Peter Graham
This is going to be China's year. When the flame is lit to launch the Games of the XXIX Olympiad in Beijing on August 8, all eyes will be on a nation ...

Bali, Island of Love Ronnie Savage
When Rolling Stones singer Mick Jagger tied the knot to American model Jerry Hall, they chose to do it in Bali, Indonesia's 'Island of the Gods'. ...
June 2008

Family Fun in New York Tony Cottonwald
“New York, New York, is every thing they say, and no place I’d rather be…Where else can you do a half a million things all at ...

European City Break in Naples Peter Graham
If you're considering taking a city break in Europe, your biggest problem could be deciding where to go and where to stay. The choice is ...

Tokyo Shopping Spree Greta Shallstone
My friend Violet and I are the self-crowned queens of shopping in Singapore. Orchard Road is our turf and there is not a corner of a department store ...

Cambodia Eye Opener : Phnom Penh & Siem Reap Alfred Meng
I travel all around Southeast Asia from my home in Hong Kong, but one country I have not visited for decades is Cambodia. I lived there when I was a ...
May 2008

Hotels in Vienna Shine Peter Graham
On 29 June 2008 football supporters around the globe will have eyes for only one city - Vienna in Austria. This is when the final of Euro 2008 takes ...

Summer Hotel Deals in Phuket Peter Graham
When it comes to exciting holidays, few countries can touch Thailand. The country's natural beauty coupled with the charm and grace of its’ ...

Holiday in Mexico City John Finnigan
The largest city in the world, Mexico City is crowded, hot and noisy. And there’s no place quite like it on earth. This is a metropolis blended ...

Zorbing in New Zealand Dan Perry
Imagine being placed inside a huge plastic ball and then rolling down a hill. It may sound like something out of a horror movie, but it isn't. People ...
April 2008

Return to Ho Chi Minh City Jeffrey Truc
I’ve always wanted to return to the land my father and mother came from, Vietnam. After leaving Saigon in 1975 they came to San Francisco, ...

Five-Star Hotels in Chiang Mai Peter Graham
Slowly my horse-drawn carriage moves down the cobbled pathway. On my left is a rice field, with a lone water buffalo moving at a leisurely pace. ...

Art in London Lilly Whitehead
It took a few piles of rice to get me interested in art. Sounds strange, I know. I was in London and steadfastly refusing to join my friends on their ...

When a friend from university asked me if I would like to go on a work trip with her to Australia, I jumped at the chance without even knowing what ...
March 2008

Irish Party On in Boston Lesley Brown
Don’t get a shock if you visit Boston in March and discover that all the fountains, pools and the river running through the city are a green ...

Suzhou, China's Garden City Peter Graham
When I invited my wife to join me on a trip to Shanghai, I was startled when she asked if we could spend the weekend in Suzhou. Why Suzhou, I ...

Russian Splendour in St Petersburg Lesley Brown
There's something special about visiting a landmark city for the first time, especially one you know very little about. And so it was with St ...

Scottish Highlights In Edinburgh Peter Graham
I love Scotland. In fact, I can't see how anyone visiting this marvellous country could not instantly fall in love with it. It's packed with ...
February 2008

Chinese New Year in Dalian Lesley Brown
If you think that China is a busy country, just wait until the partying starts! With a population of over 1.3 billion, you can only imagine the ...

Best Value Hotels in Bangkok Peter Graham
With its unbeatable shopping, awe-inspiring temples and exotic nightlife, bustling Bangkok is one of the most popular destinations in Asia. It boasts ...

Valentine Hotspots: Paris, Venice & Vienna Peter Graham
Put the champagne on ice, pick a perfect bunch of red roses and wrap up a special gift - yes, it's Valentine's Day again. On February 14, lovers ...

Revelry in Rio de Janeiro Lesley Brown
For many a year I envisioned, wished and even prayed for an opportunity to visit Brazil, Rio de Janeiro to be exact. Unfortunately, the opportunity ...
January 2008

Fabulous Miami, Florida Lesley Brown
Ever since my sister moved to Florida a few years ago, I've been just a little curious and wanted to experience the place for myself. So when I ...

Best Selling Hotels : Milan to Manila Peter Graham
If you’ve ever wondered which hotels other customers regularly choose, here’s your chance to find out. Every year we reveal the hotels ...

The Year of Beijing Lesley Brown
The destination that will be on everyone’s lips this year is the “Forbidden City” itself, Beijing. Ever since China won the honour ...

Las Vegas is Tourism's 2008 Hotspot Peter Graham
Pack your bags and get ready - 2008 is going to be a mighty exciting year for travel. All indications are that the huge growth in international ...
December 2007

Happy New Year in Rio de Janeiro Lesley Brown
People from all ends of the globe wait with bated breath as the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Day. Fireworks are unleashed, champagne corks ...

Sparkling Spas in Hua Hin Peter Graham
Lie back and relax, you are in good hands... There are few things as soothing and enjoyable as being pampered in a really top-class spa. And while ...

South Africa Zulu Way to Durban Peter Graham
It is an awesome sight. More than 10,000 young girls dressed in colourful skirts adorned with intricate beadwork solemnly file down to a river bed to ...

New York Wonderland Lesley Brown
Winter in New York City is a spectacular visual feast. The giant skyscrapers are illuminated with glistening snowflakes while the enormous trees ...
November 2007

Bali Villas Ms Q
The magical island of Bali offers the discerning traveller tropical jungles, chattering monkeys, volcanic peaks, and surfer’s beaches. The ...

Mexico Cool Cancun Lesley Brown
I have travelled to Cancun on numerous occasions, most of which have been during my university spring break days. I have to admit that during these ...

The World's Greatest Cities: Venice Italy Peter Graham
What makes a city truly great? Is it the people, the architecture, the location or the climate? No-one knows for sure, but there is no doubt that ...

Tunisia Desert Jewel in Tunis Mark Kemp
It is not often that I get the chance to step into the world of high fashion. As a dentist, most of my time is spent in my London surgery. So, when ...
October 2007

Paris: Hidden Treasures Bert Anders
While Paris remains the world's single most-visited city, a trip to the French capital can be somewhat daunting for first time visitors. The city ...

Asia Dream Island : Hainan Peter Graham
Asia is blessed with an abundance of islands - from tropical paradises to high-rise international business centres. They are as diverse as they are ...

Brazil the Buzios Buzz Leila Arundel
I had never planned to visit Buzios. In fact, I had not heard of the place until friends of ours in Rio mentioned it. We were on holiday at Ipanema ...

Washington DC Diaries Lesley Brown
Firstly, let me tell you that I am in love with Washington D.C. Visiting the American capital city can be both an exciting and an educational ...
September 2007

Germany Munich on Tap James Barrow
Before my first visit to Oktoberfest, I had built up an image of what to expect. I could see myself entering a vast, tented beerhall capable of ...

Colombo: A Special Capital Peter Graham
Travellers often say they long for old-style colonial hotels, where there are more staff members than guests and one can always rely on a friendly ...

Travelling Green Lesley Brown
World tourism is going green. As concern for the environment is increasing around the globe, travellers have responded by seeking out destinations ...

Hooked on Havana Martin Evans
What can you expect when you travel to Cuba? My wife and I expected to see white sand beaches and colourful homes; to hear salsa music being played ...
August 2007

Day Dreaming in Dallas, Texas Jim Leandre
When you hear the word 'Dallas', you are probably reminded of the hit TV series of the same name. You'll recall the moment the thoroughly nasty JR ...

Taking on Tokyo Lesley Brown
As we descended into Narita Airport we were able to get a spectacular view of the island. It was early evening and the sun had just begun to set, we ...

Bahama Mama in Nassau Peter Graham
My interest in the Bahamas was not sparked by the usual pictures of palm-fringed beaches or luxury resorts filled with beautiful people, but by a ...

Bella Florence Ms Q
It was love at first sight. Piazza della Signoria was the setting - I saw a masculine, majestic figure of a man who looked as if he was about to step ...
July 2007

Crowning Croatia in Zagreb Greg Jansen
I am not ashamed to admit that I find nothing in the world more exciting than to arrive in a country that I have never visited before. For me, it is ...

London is Calling this Summer Lesley Brown
London is gearing up for another bumper summer season. There's no better time to visit the British capital than right now. Whether its strawberries ...

Malaysia's Top Ten Sparkling Travel Gems Ray Browne
The charms of Malaysia can take you by surprise. On my first trip, I was attending a conference and did not expect to spend much time outside of my ...

World of Adventure In Queenstown Justin Knightley
Ok, so many of my friends have called me crazy. I prefer American football over baseball. Fear Factor is by far the most exciting television show ...
June 2007

America Theme Park Heaven in Los Angeles Larry Spring
Mickey Mouse is, without a doubt, the undisputed king of American theme parks. This famous rodent has had the proverbial finger (or claw) on the ...

Top Thai Spas in Phang Nga Lesley Brown
All over the world spa treatments are becoming increasingly popular. Not only are women lining up to be pampered but men are stepping out of the ...

European Summer in Santorini, Greece Cindy Callow
Nothing can compare with Europe in the summer. From the glittering Cote d’Azur and the beaches of Spain, to the canals of Venice and the ...

Incredible India in Jaipur Simon Davids
On my first trip to India a decade ago, a veteran traveller gave me some advice: "Don't try to rush through India. Take it slowly. Like a fine ...
May 2007

Bargain Beach Breaks in Phuket Peter Graham
If you dream of spending a holiday at a five-star resort on one of Thailand 's famed beaches, here's your opportunity. HotelTravel.com has slashed ...

90210 Vacation in Los Angeles Chris Hudson
You can’t mention Los Angeles to my wife, Helen, without her babbling on about George Clooney, Brad Pitt or, much to my amazement, Simon ...

European Cool in Brussels Rhonda McKee
I was thrilled when a student friend of mine, Jorge, invited me to join him on a photographic assignment. In his final year of studies in commercial ...

Lost in Machu Picchu Tony Jack
The ruins and the labyrinth of lost jungles were spread out before me as I struggled to catch my breath and balance myself against the dizzying ...
April 2007

All That Jazz in Montreal Sebastian Vaughn
Ever since Louis Armstrong first dazzled South Side crowds in the 1920s, outstanding, original musicians have grown to artistic maturity in the ...

Call of the Desert in Nambia Peter Graham
When Hollywood stars Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie chose Namibia as the birthplace for their child, it placed this African country in the world's ...

America's Greatest Golf Course: Augusta National Shane Tilly
Mention golf and the player that springs to mind is Tiger Woods. The world's top player, Woods has not only become the most successful golfer of all ...

Nip Tuck - Medical Tourism in Bangkok Lesley Brown
For years, women - and, more recently, men - have been nipping and tucking all over the place. The price of beauty has always been very high, ...
March 2007

Lazy Days in Luang Prabang Vincent Jack
The first time I heard anything about Luang Prabang was from a rotund, jocular expat at the bar of the Eastern & Oriental Hotel in Penang, ...

San Fran-tastic! Peter Graham
It is no wonder that San Francisco is regarded as America's most beautiful city. It has the natural beauty of soaring mountain cliffs and a restless ...

Cathedrals in Barcelona Lesley Brown
Being an enthusiast of great architecture as well as a history buff, I have developed a fascination, with European cathedrals. My wife has never ...

Shanghia Means Business Peter Graham
When it comes to business hotels, Asia boasts some of the best in the world. These range from the old-world charm of the great colonial hotels like ...
February 2007

A Chinese Valentine in Singapore Kirsten Kindermann
Chinese New Year sprang from an ancient legend revolving around a ferocious beast known as Nian. Today the word Nian simply means “year”, ...

Miami Nice Lesley Brown
I had spent far too many nights watching the celebrity countdowns; “Top Celebrity Sightings” and “How to be Fabulous like Paris ...

A Valentine in Miami Peter Graham
On Valentine's Day, restaurants around the world will fill with couples out to celebrate the most romantic day of the year. Over dinner, they will ...

Top Selling Hong Kong Hotels Peter Graham
As you scroll through our listings of hotels in search of an ideal place to stay, do you wonder which hotels our customers are choosing? Whatever the ...
January 2007

Cairo on the Nile Ms Q
I am a big fan of modern, sophisticated cities. I love the shopping opportunities afforded by global brand boutiques, the wealth of upscale ...

Prague is Hot in Europe Peter Graham
Every year a handful of tourist destinations emerge as the hotspots, the places where everyone wants to be. They can be 'new discoveries' or ...

A Chinese Pearl in Guangzhou Iris English
I don't think I would have ever got to visit Guangzhou were it not for the wedding of a work colleague. On a working stint in Hong Kong, I had become ...

Absolutely Mad in Madrid Ken Copeland
We were going to Madrid for purely historical and artistic reasons. Or rather, my girlfriend was. She had looted our combined savings for this trip ...
December 2006

Who can forget the scene from the 1964 John Huston-directed movie, The Night of the Iguana, where Ava Gardner, as a merry widow, pranced around ...

Casinos in Asia Expand Peter Graham
Where can you find the world's biggest hotel? If your answer is Las Vegas, you are not too far off the mark. The biggest hotel is indeed located in a ...

Christmas in Dublin, Ireland Hamish Gray
Where to go for Christmas - that was the dilemma faced by our household, a group of students studying, working and living together in London. With ...

New Year's in Edinburgh Kirsten Kindermann
When the holidays come around, searching for the right present for everyone is not the only task at hand. Finding something new and exciting to do on ...
November 2006

“What was THAT?” I muttered to myself. I had heard a curious low, undulating noise that sounded as if everyone in the city had decided to ...

Viva Las Vegas Kirsten Kindermann
If you have never been to Las Vegas, it’s impossible to grasp its surreal reality. The feats of engineering astound even the most jaded ...

Proud in Prague Klaus Koning
Paris, Barcelona, Amsterdam and Berlin have long been favoured by Europeans for weekend breaks and short holidays. They are known for their fine ...

Best hotel retreats in Langkawi Peter Graham
There are many spectacular beach resorts around the world, where you can find solitude, luxury and service to meet your expectations. From Cancun in ...
October 2006

Asia's Best Diving in the Similan Islands David Martin
Asia offers some of the greatest diving in the world. You can find whatever you want in the crystal-clear waters of the region, whether it is a ...

Aloha Hawaii : Oahu and Kauai Kirsten Kindermann
Resting like precious jewels on blue velvet, the Hawaiian Islands are unique to anywhere else on Earth. Active volcanoes began creating this tropical ...

Tango in Buenos Aires Simon Bekker
I am not the most adventurous traveller. When my mates suggest going hang-gliding or trying out the latest adventure sport, I quickly opt to take the ...

Turkish Delights in Istanbul Gill Armstrong
In dire need of a break from a hectic work schedule in London, I considered the options for a short European break. I had already done most of the ...
September 2006

Surviving the New Airport in Bangkok Kirsten Kindermann
The new Suvarnabhumi Airport, which is due to replace the overloaded Bangkok Don Muang Airport, is scheduled to officially open September 28, 2006. ...

World Cup Comes to Cape Town Peter Graham
When Dutch settlers arrived at the Cape of Good Hope in 1652, they realised they had stumbled on one of the most beautiful places on earth. News of ...

Let me state for the record that I am currently a lapsed New Yorker. I loved living in the Big Apple (maybe had a bigger bite of it than I should ...

Going Dutch in Amsterdam Jans Smit
If someone had the opportunity to visit only one city in Europe and asked me for advice, I would recommend Amsterdam. For me, this extraordinary city ...
August 2006

Brazil's Gem is Rio de Janeiro Peter Graham
The name 'Rio' conjures up images of wild Carnival celebrations, amazing natural beauty, girls doing the samba, hotel-lined beaches and the ...

I am an avid gardener. The feel of soil between my fingers as I plant new seeds provokes in me a sense of quiet contentment. Watering my seedlings ...

Honeymoon in Phuket Peter Graham
Planning a honeymoon is not easy. It is the one holiday that you want to ensure is perfect. The dream honeymoon is when both the newlywed husband and ...

Nightlife in Singapore is Jumping Elle Lontana
As the lights come up, you can see the outline of nude figures. The music strikes up, the spotlights are turned on and the female forms start to move ...
July 2006

Greek Island Odyssey in Corfu Kirsten Kindermann
I'd had my fill of big cities, so I certainly did not want my holiday to begin in one. I was thrilled to find a direct flight from London to the ...

Let me begin by saying that I have never visited the enigmatic country of Japan. I have never walked the electric streets of Tokyo with the ...

Pride of Portugal in Lisbon Peter Graham
What makes Lisbon special, I wondered, after I received an invitation to attend a conference in the Portuguese capital. I knew little about the city, ...

World's Top 10 Beaches Start in Mallorca Peter Graham
There are thousands of beautiful beaches around the globe, all offering their own charm and beauty. Then there are the really spectacular stretches ...
June 2006

The Spirit of Boutique Hotels in Bali Peter Graham
"Not Bali again!" my sister wailed as I told her my holiday plans. "What is it about this place?" I just laughed, but her ...

Hail the Thai King in Bangkok Sally Steele
Thailand is known for its ability to stage splendid festivals and organise spectacular events, but this month will see one of the Kingdom's most ...

World Cup Fever in Germany Peter Graham
Are you ready for the greatest sporting event in the world? Yes, it's time for the Soccer World Cup Finals, the most-watched and anticipated event in ...

Dazzling Hotels in Dubai Kirsten Kindermann
Imagine 365 days of sunshine, some of the world's most luxurious hotels, incredible shopping, diverse dining, varied nightlife and traditional ...
May 2006

Summer Deals in Bangkok Peter Graham
Asia's favourite holiday destination is ready to welcome you this summer. The country's natural beauty coupled with the charm and grace of its people ...

Sailing in Valencia Peter Graham
Valencia has always been known for its beaches, oranges and paella. However, that is likely to change as the city gears up to host the final of the ...

Marvellous Hotels in Moscow Anna Stepanov
Moscow attracts the adventurous traveller. Lovers of art, ballet, history and humanity will be seduced and surprised by this fascinating city. As ...

Shanghai is a fascinating city with a history and culture that is part traditional and part colonial outpost, but always authentically Chinese. ...
April 2006

Travel in Myanmar: Yangon and Beyond Kirsten Kindermann
I am normally the kind of person who enjoys exploring a foreign land on my own or with the company of a friend. I’m not the type who joins ...

Beaches in Sri Lanka : Galle Holiday Peter Graham
"A blissful beach". That's what my mother wanted and I was, somehow, going to give it to her. For her 65th birthday, I had promised her a ...

Europe's Budget Airlines Start in London Peter Graham
Budget airlines may have made the biggest waves in Europe, but the concept originated in the United States in 1971. That was when a small airline ...

Paris has always put on its best face in the springtime. From strolls along the Seine River, to four-course lunches in chic brasseries and shopping ...
March 2006

Asia's Budget Airlines Start in Kuala Lumpur Peter Graham
When Malaysian businessman Tony Fernandes launched a no-frills, low-cost airline in 2002 with only two planes, few people realised the effect it ...

Riverside Hotels in Bangkok Peter Graham
A new star has risen on the banks of Bangkok's mighty Chao Praya River. The stretch of water that flows past historic temples and palaces has long ...

Gift Giving in Tokyo Kirsten Kindermann
When it comes to gift-giving in the West they say it's the thought that counts. In Japan, it's the quality and presentation that matter. Knowing ...

Mozart in Vienna Ms Q
This year (2006) Austria is celebrating a special birthday: that of its' favourite son, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The child prodigy that became one of ...
February 2006

My first experience with Korean cuisine was, funnily enough, not in Korea or even in a Korean restaurant. I was visiting a friend and, while on the ...

London Museums are World Class Pearl Timms
"We're going to spend the entire week going through the museums," I rather proudly told the old lady sitting next to me on the bus. She ...

Casinos in Macau Kirsten Kindermann
Less than 64 kilometres from Hong Kong, Macau is hailed as the “Monte Carlo of the Orient”. With the recent arrivals of Las Vegas-based ...

Valentine's Day in Koh Lanta Peter Graham
I cannot think of a more romantic setting than a beach. I have always associated the sea with the ups and downs in my love life. When I fall in love, ...
January 2006

Hot Springs in Hakone, Japan Kirsten Kindermann
Soaking in a hot spring, or onsen, is an ancient Japanese tradition, renowned for its many soothing and healing benefits. Whether you dip just your ...

Bangkok Hotels are Best Sellers Peter Graham
With thousands of hotels to choose from, HotelTravel.com customers are spoilt for choice when it comes to deciding where to stay. However, certain ...

Berlin is Europe's Sports Capital Peter Graham
Cities around the world fight for the right to stage international sports events. The Olympic Games and the Soccer World Cup not only bring prestige ...

Chinese New Year Taboos in Singapore Tan Ling
It is almost time for the most important Chinese festival of the year – the dawning of the Lunar New Year. On January 29, 2006 Chinese ...
December 2005

On the Yoga Trail in Goa Kirsten Kindermann
Yoga has changed my life. I'd be a different person without it. It calms me when I'm upset, empowers me when I feel weak and gives me a strong, ...

Happy New Year in Hong Kong Peter Graham
What will you be doing when the clock strikes midnight on December 31? If you are a traditionalist, you'll be sipping champagne and celebrating with ...

It’s that time of year again. Every year I make a resolution that I will begin my Christmas shopping early - that I will not wait until the ...

Kiwi Thrills in Queenstown Mike Jordan
Big city life can wear you down, but not everyone is content to sit back and relax on holiday. A friend from Tokyo asked me for advice recently. He ...
November 2005

Krabi is Thailand's Hot New Destination Peter Graham
You can gaze at the ocean from a Jacuzzi on your private terrace, dine at a table for two set on the beach or be massaged in your own spa suite. ...

Reading about Venice in beautiful, glossy “coffee table” books could never have adequately prepared me for its daily spectacle. It is a ...

Chinese New Year in Shanghai Kirsten Kindermann
Get ready to hear the greeting: "Gong Xi Fa Chai!". It means "congratulations and be prosperous" - the traditional greeting for ...

Beaches in Danang Rock! Peter Graham
Think of a beach in Vietnam and chances are the name "China Beach" will spring to mind. Millions who know little of the country remember ...
October 2005

Hong Kong Disneyland is Fantastic! Peter Graham
Mickey Mouse has set up home in Hong Kong! Visitors to this exciting destination can now visit Sleeping Beauty's Castle and the other famous Disney ...

Kuala Lumpur is a Shopping Mecca Kirsten Kindermann
All great cities have one street that defines its character. In Paris it’s the Champs Elysees, London has Knightsbridge, and New York’s ...

Boracay Island is Beach Perfect Son Liang
When I asked my wife what she wanted to do to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary, her playful reply was "Nothing." So, I took her at ...

Thai Beach Holidays Start in Hua Hin Reg Boynton
A beach holiday in Thailand is something special. The high season officially starts in November each year and, for the next five months, ...
September 2005

Golf in Scotland : Hell's Bunker Hamish Grey
My family has an obsession. It is called golf. Given the slightest opportunity, we will pack up our bags and head for the nearest course. The family ...

“When minds and mountains meet, momentous things happen” was the advertising campaign that sparked thoughts of a holiday break in lovely ...

Surfing in Bali is Chic Lee Redmann
When our twin sons finished high school, my wife and I asked them where they would like to go on holiday. "Bali" was the unanimous reply. ...

Best Hotels in Bangkok Peter Graham
Bangkok is a city of magnificent temples, wonderful shopping and sizzling nightlife. However, it has also become a great city for business ...
August 2005

Speeding through turquoise waters teeming with mist-covered, massive limestone rock formations; I am travelling by speedboat from the large island of ...

Xiamen is Charming China Les Turner
There are few things I like better than arriving at a foreign destination I have never visited before. For me, it is like being invited to enter a ...

Kandy is Spectacular Obed Kalleh
If you had to stick a pin into the centre of a map of Sri Lanka, chances are you would hit Kandy. Known as the country's hill capital, it is located ...

Spanish Weekend in Barcelona Simon Edwards
My wife and I had only been in Barcelona two hours and I couldn't wait to indulge in Spain's favourite food – tapas. So, after checking in at ...
July 2005

I am a confirmed Italophile: I greatly admire all things Italian including culture, fashion and especially food. Surprisingly, however, in all of my ...

An Artist's View in Penang Sheilagh Bryce
Some people are born artists. They have the ability to see something in a unique way and the skill to capture it for others to enjoy. I have tried my ...

Chiang Mai is Living Lanna Eric Aitcheson
Chiang Mai has long been a favourite of backpackers and adventure travellers, sometimes giving parts of the city the feel of a hippie hideaway. ...

Maldives is Magic Peter Graham
The most unique and exclusive restaurant ever built is waiting for you in the Maldives. It seats only 14 diners who get to enjoy gourmet meals in the ...
June 2005

Tempting Taipei Ms Q
In all of my travels in Asia, I have never seen such a sight: seemingly thousands of motorbikes and scooters fill the narrow roads and sidewalks, but ...

Island Hideaways in Phuket Peter Graham
I had been set a challenge by my girlfriend, Linda. I had one week to find the "perfect" resort for a weekend break. We live in Hong Kong, ...

Luang Prabang: Loatian Cultural Capital Matthew Adams
Floating downstream, drinking gin and tonics, playing cards and watching the wild, green world go by, is surely the only way to travel from Thailand ...

Summer in London Deryck Isaacs
Everyone has their own image of London. For some, it is a city of pomp and tradition. They love it for the Royal Family, the palaces, the castles, ...
May 2005

European Style in Budapest Ms Q and Eric Ng
European cities have a style informed by centuries-old culture combined with 21st century modernity. In many cases, they are the standard by which ...

Showtime in Singapore David Jones
Singapore is always a great place to visit; but in the coming weeks the island state is rolling out the red carpet to tourists with three great ...

Dragon Hunting in Cairns Miko Hikaru
Being of Japanese descent, I have an almost inbuilt passion for dragons. Every nook and cranny in my home is devoted to these fascinating creatures. ...

Luxury Villas in Bali Peter Graham
When it comes to a holiday destination with exclusive boutique hotels, few places in the world can top Bali. This tourist paradise in Indonesia has ...
April 2005

Budget Airlines Changing Travel in Asia Peter Graham
From mega-aircraft to small boutique hotels, the travel industry is constantly changing. Fads come and go, but major transformations in the way we ...

Nightlife in Manila: Malate Chic David Lee
Ever woken up in a hotel bed and wondered where in the world you are? It has happened to me more than once. For at least two weeks of every month, I ...

Rock Climbing in Krabi : A Cliff Hanger Sheldon Tills
You should meet my friend Mike. He looks like a regular guy, but he's actually a walking, talking “world wide web” when it comes to ...

Imagine you're on holiday in an exotic destination; you fill your suitcase with items that you are sure will add a touch of colour to your wardrobe, ...
March 2005

City of Lights in Perth Robin Gillow
Ever since man orbited the earth, it had been my husband’s ambition to visit Perth, ‘City of lights’* or as we discovered: City of ...

The film “Murder on the Orient Express” has always fed my insatiable desire for a return to the grand old age of travel - when people ...

Houseboat Cruising in Kerala Sean Lowe
I was hooked the day I saw a television programme on cruising the backwaters of India in a houseboat. As I watched the boat gently moving through ...

A Solo Traveller in Berlin Di Randall
There are times when you need to go off on your own and take a break from your daily routine. This was one such time; like Greta Garbo, I wanted to ...
February 2005

Chinese New Year in Hong Kong Claire Connellan
A legend tells of a village in China, thousands of years ago, that was ravaged by an evil monster. On the eve of the New Year, the creature would ...

I love Valentine's Day, all of it including the less than thoughtful gifts. I have perfected the beatific smile that hides the pain of receiving ...

Chillax Holiday in Koh Samui Sam Rogers
I was in need of a "kick back and relax" holiday. All I wanted was a nice room close to a beach where I could spend my days swimming, ...

Thailand’s Resilient Tourism Industry Peter Graham
It is easy to see why Thailand draws more visitors than any other country in south East Asia. With its combination of breathtaking beauty, ancient ...
January 2005

Spas in Bali are Bliss Georgie Law
When people think of Bali, the picture that often springs to mind is of golden beaches and palm-lined tropical resorts. However, there is another ...

Water Sports in Langkawi: Wet and Wild Robin Gillow
Boom-netting, cave exploring, island hopping, sailing, swimming, snorkelling and fishing were on the agenda for our first day's holiday on Langkawi ...

Hotels in Bangkok are Tops Mick Martins
Have you ever wondered which hotels are the most popular among our thousands of customers? As we enter 2005, we look back at the hotels that were ...

Guilin China : Dream Destination Peter Graham
Tourism has become one of the biggest industries in the world. As more destinations open up and air travel becomes easier and cheaper, travellers ...
December 2004

Island Hopping in Phuket Peter Graham
I slipped out of the villa, dressed only in my bathing costume, and walked across the small patch of grass to the beach. Seconds later, I dived into ...

New Year's in Sydney Lilly Ethers
At midnight on December 31 the world will party. Champagne will flow; fireworks will explode and there will be dancing in the streets. Without a ...

Dining in Rome Ms Q
‘All roads lead to Rome' is a refrain constantly repeated in my mind whenever I am away from Rome. It is a gorgeous, modern city that seems ...

Bokor Hill Station Overland from Phnom Pehn Matthew Adams
Cramped and groggy, I peered out at day-glow green paddy fields and ruminating water buffalos against a background of misty hills. After the glory of ...
November 2004

Kuala Lumpur Means Business James Bolton
On my first business trip to Malaysia, I got just about everything wrong. My first mistake was taking the advice of a travel agent on choice of hotel ...

Ho Chi Mihn City & Hanoi: Vietnam's Magical Cities Diana Streak
Vietnam's two main cities, Hanoi and Saigon, reveal totally different personalities when you scrape beneath the surface. They reminded me of two ...

Hoi An: Vietnam's Legendary Town Matthew Adams
Hoi An has changed; everyone agrees. Once it was a crumbling collection of semi-abandoned French colonial residences, Chinese temples and squalid, ...

Paris is for Lovers Ms Q
Imagine the scene; I am on a Paris street corner with a taxi in front of me, “ S'il vous plait, monsieur. Je veux aller …uhh, uhh, to ...
October 2004

Palaces in India: Fit for a King Angus Courtleigh
When I think of India, the image that springs to mind is that of the Taj Mahal. For me, it has always embodied the spirit of a country that I longed ...

Sizzling Sydney Shai-Anne Martins
Pampered, pretentious and perfumed, I turned from the incredible harbour and city views offered from my suite at the Park Hyatt Sydney and made my ...

One Night in Bangkok Ms Q
Due to a stopover on a short trip to Singapore, I found myself in Bangkok for 24 hours. Bangkok has historically been a city whose nightlife either ...

Beijing's Forbidden City Tim Gladwin
Back in the public eye after having hosted the 2008 Olympic Games, Beijing is an amazing place and one of the World's great tourist destinations. ...
September 2004

Honeymoon in Phi Phi Island Alec Grogan
I have long dreamt of visiting the Phi Phi Islands . I first read about these beautiful remote islands off the coast of Phuket about 10 years ago and ...

Insider's Guide to Phuket Alexa Chan
Want to know where you can find the hippest nightclubs? The best restaurants? Or a beach where you can have a stretch of sand to yourself even in the ...

Golf in Phuket : From Tee to Green Tom Jessop
Four golfers playing four courses in four days – that was the mission facing me and my mates as we headed for Phuket island on a dream holiday. ...

Phuket Vegetarian Festival Takes Over Robert Reid
My friends thought I was crazy when they first found out that I was travelling to Thailand to take part in a vegetarian festival. “But you love ...
August 2004

Singapore Wedding: A Family Affair Nik Lowe
My brother, Tim, had gone and fallen head over heels in love with a young Singaporean lady by the name of Ni Win. The invitation to their wedding, ...

Seminyak is Bali's Trendy Village Joe Maker
As the aircraft came in to land at Denpasar Airport, I wondered how Bali had changed since my last visit here. Four years ago I had flown in for a ...

Pattaya is Bouncing Back Peter Graham
I am sitting 17 floors up in the sky on the balcony of my hotel room. Stretching as far as the eye can see is the dark blue ocean, light glimmering ...

Gambling in Macau is Great Tim Gladwin
After a year or two working in Hong Kong, one tends to run out of new things to do at the weekend. It is a problem with living somewhere so compact ...
July 2004

Singapore Shopping Spree Jessie Smythe
More than a decade ago, I made a pact with two friends, Judy and Shirl. We were poor backpackers struggling to make ends meet as we toured through ...

All Aboard the Ghan Train from Adelaide to Darwin Robin Gillow
There's a joke in Australia that says: “Board the Ghan train and wake up the next morning only to discover you've gone nowhere...” I ...

Thai Cooking Lessons in Phuket Peter Graham
I was warned before my first visit to Thailand that I should beware of falling in love. Well, I did; with the food. I have not been able to resist ...

Deep Sea Fishing in Bali & Phuket Tim Gladwin
My introduction to the sport of deep sea fishing took place during a week-long stag party down in Paihia, New Zealand. I must confess that, initially ...
June 2004

Kite Surfing in Boracay Pat Sharpe
Being a fitness junkie, I prefer holidays that are action-packed, where I can try my hand at new adventure sports and keep myself busy. It's an added ...

Chiang Mai Health Spa Heaven Lesley Chan
I never dreamt that one day I would end up in a health spa, covered in coffee grains from head to toe. But it happened. And, surprisingly, I loved ...

Medical Tourism in Bangkok: Surgery and Sun Tim Gladwin
Tourists visit Asia for many reasons. Beautiful, palm tree lined beaches provide the perfect environment in which to unwind. Atmospheric, exciting ...

High Tea in Shanghai : Sophisticated Brews Martha Bruno
Whilst the 90's was the decade of the coffee chain, it looks like the new craze for all things natural and healthy may bring an old tradition back ...
May 2004

Bangkok's River of Kings Matthew Adams
Waiting at Sathorn Pier near Saphan Taksin BTS station, still shivering from the after effects of the ride on the sub-zero Skytrain, I scanned the ...

Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival Fun Peter Graham
There’s always a festive air in Hong Kong, with its skyscraper-lined harbour and nocturnal neon wonderland. But now is an especially good time ...

A Queensland Holiday Adventure Allison Woolling
Holidaying abroad with little free time on one's hands can be a daunting prospect, so when our annual leave was due we decided to make our vacation ...

Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam : Asia's Dream Beach Dennis Sutton
Say the words “tropical beach” and what comes to mind – cocktails at sunset and yachts bobbing in the bay or a long stretch of ...
April 2004

Kuala Lumpur Cuisine is a Tasty Treat Harish Ahmad
Famous for its Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur is becoming increasingly well known for its shopping, nightlife and massive variety of eateries. Visitors to ...

Great Esc-Apes in Sabah G. Nibor
For a number of years I had saved my small change, in the hope that one day I could afford to take a few weeks off the ‘chain gang’ and ...

Handicrafts in Bali: Shopper's Paradise Tim Gladwin
For many tourists, Indonesia equates to little more than the small island of Bali, an incredible reality considering it is an archipelago of nearly ...

Climbing Mount Kinabalu Martin Evans
We’d finally made it! After hours stuck in a cramped bus full of noisy Bornean farmers and families, we reached the seaside town of Kota ...
March 2004

Super Shopping in Kuala Lumpur & Melbourne Nicki Bullen
I am no racing fan but get dragged from one country to another to accompany my husband who has a passion for fast cars and the racing scene in ...

Songkran in Patong: Odd Amusement Nicki Bullen
Happy New Year! Eh? Bit late aren’t we? Not a bit of it, at least if you’re Thai, Lao, Khmer or Burmese, as all these cultures ...

Picture yourself trackside for the start of the 2004 Formula One season at the Melbourne Grand Prix. Sunshine, a cacophony of noise, people by their ...

Easter in the Philippines: a Passion Play Larry Kingston
The Philippines is a deeply religious nation, and as Asia’s only officially Catholic country, the devout followers take the celebration of ...
February 2004

Ballooning in Alice Springs Robin Gillow
It was the dawn of the 14th February and we awoke, as we had done, every morning, from a resplendent slumber at Lasseters Hotel Casino in Alice ...

Traditional Wedding in Borneo Hilda Frangleton
Recently, my partner and I were invited to attend the wedding of an old university friend and his beautiful Malaysian partner. The couple had planned ...

Valentine's Day in Maldives Matthew Adams
Our top 5 Valentine destinations in the Asian region offer you some truly romantic locations to ‘pop the question’ or simply enjoy your ...

Honeymoon in India Liz Martins
India was where we decided to have our honeymoon, our dream destination and although we were worn out from the wedding madness, we were really ...
January 2004

Adventure Sports in New Zealand Nicola Bullen
Gone are the days when having fun while getting fit was a case of needing a bat and ball, and possibly a net or two thrown in for good measure. ...

Hanoi Holiday Larry Kingston
Some people might think I’m crazy travelling with my mother, a recipe for disaster you might think – a grown man and headstrong mother ...

Golfing Nation Humour Jon Morrow
One of my favourite pastimes is people-watching around golf courses. It is so true that the game of golf brings out a person’s true character.

Elephant Trekking in Chiang Mai Robin Gillow
Thanks to my husband’s long service leave from his company we had been travelling around the Asia/Pacific region for a number of months. From ...


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