In this section of the HotelTravel.com travel articles you'll find our archived travel articles in chronological order, most recent first.
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March 2010
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 ...
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. ...
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 ...
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, ...
Peter Graham
A Formula One Grand Prix is one of the world’s most exciting sports to watch, and while that makes a race like the Australian Grand Prix a big ...
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 day and it quickly ...
F1 Takes Pole Position for 2010 William Craigmont
Last year was a memorable year for Formula One racing, not least for Jenson Button’s maiden drivers’ crown and Brawn GP’s spectacular debut campaign.
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 planning early!). So, at this ...
Luck of the Irish 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 tradition of holding parades, the ...
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 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, then culminate with the ...
January 2010
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 ...
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 ...
G'day 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 ...
Bali Is for Lovers Tammy Ford
A recent high profile celebrity wedding took place last year when Australian singer and actor Jason Donovan married his long-time partner, Angela ...
December 2009
Happy New Year 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 on 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 ...
Ski 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
Hong Kong's Got a Brand New Beat 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 ...
The New Taste of 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 ...
Sporting 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 ...
October 2009
Being 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 ...
Pubs Crawls of London Rocky Bulbartacus
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 ...
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 ...
September 2009
Get Ready for Oktoberfest 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 Japan 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 ...
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 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 ...
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 ...
10 Cost-Cutting Travel Tips 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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
July 2009
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 ...
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 ...
Budget Beach Breaks in Asia 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 ...
Summer in LA Carleton Cole
Steamy, funky, modernist Los Angeles—the City of Angels—is an energetic town of great ethnic and lifestyle diversity. Besides its large ...
June 2009
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 ...
The Best of Europe 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 ...
Taiwan'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 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
Washington: 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, ...
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 ...
South Africa: Ready for the World 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 ...
Asia's Sizzling Summer Deals 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 ...
April 2009
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 ...
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 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 ...
March 2009
Day of the Irish - St Patrick's Day 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 ...
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 ...
Asia's Best Markets 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 ...
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 ...
February 2009
Rio Carnival 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 2009 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? ...
Thailand's Top 10 Beaches 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 ...
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 ...
January 2009
Best Selling Hotels 2008 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 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 ...
Mughal Magic - India's Golden Triangle 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 ...
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 ...
December 2008
Hotspots for 2009 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 ...
Safety First at HotelTravel.com 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 ...
Happy 2009 - New Year Parties 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 ...
New website 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 ...
November 2008
Theme Parks 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, ...
World's Best Shopping Spots 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 Look 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 ...
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 ...
October 2008
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
September 2008
Spanish Flair 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 ...
Hong Kong's Top 10 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 ...
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 ...
World's Top Honeymoon Hotels 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
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 ...
Bombay Surprise 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 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 ...
July 2008
Beijing 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 ...
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 ...
Paris Art 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 ...
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 Breaks 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 ...
Check out Cambodia 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
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 ...
Thailand Summer Specials 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’ ...
Vienna Shines 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 ...
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 Vietnam 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, ...
Chiang Mai's Five-Star Hotels 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 ...
Australia's Sister Cities Les Finch
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
Russian Splendour 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 ...
Suzhou, the 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 ...
Scottish Highlights 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 ...
Boston's Irish Party 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 ...
February 2008
Revelry in Rio 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 ...
Valentine Hotspots 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 ...
Bangkok's Best Value 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 ...
Chinese New Year 2008 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 ...
January 2008
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 ...
Best Selling Hotels 2007 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 ...
Fabulous 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 ...
Tourism Hotspots 2008 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 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 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 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
Tunisia desert jewel 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 ...
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 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 ...
Bali Villas Ms Q
The magical island of Bali offers the discerning traveller tropical jungles, chattering monkeys, volcanic peaks, and surfer’s beaches. The ...
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 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 ...
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 ...
Brazil 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 ...
September 2007
Hooked on Cuba 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 ...
Sri Lanka: A Special Island 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 ...
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 ...
Eco Going 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 ...
August 2007
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 ...
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 ...
Bahama Mama 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 ...
July 2007
World of Adventure 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 ...
Malaysia - Asia's Sparkling Gem 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 ...
London Calling 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 ...
Crowning Croatia 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 ...
June 2007
America - Theme Park Heaven 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 ...
Europe's Summer Hotspots 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 ...
Thailand Spas 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 ...
Incredible India 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
Lost City of Peru 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 ...
Bargain Beach Breaks in Thailand 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 ...
Vacation 90210 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 ...
Brussels: Europe's Cool Capital 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 ...
April 2007
All That Jazz 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 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 ...
Fairways of America 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 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
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 of Europe 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 ...
Asia Business Hotels 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 ...
Lazy Days in Laos 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, ...
February 2007
China Valentine 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”, ...
Top selling hotels 2007 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 ...
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 ...
Treat Your Valentine 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 ...
January 2007
China's Pearl 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 ...
Mad About 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 ...
Hotspots for 2007 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 ...
Paris 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 ...
December 2006
Amazing Mexico Ms Q
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 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 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 Parties 2006 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
Proud as 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 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 ...
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 ...
Magical Marrakech Ms Q
“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 ...
October 2006
Asia's Best Diving 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 ...
Turkish Delight 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 ...
Aloha Hawaii 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 ...
September 2006
Bangkok's New Airport 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. ...
New York, New York Ms Q
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 ...
South Africa's Fairest Cape 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 ...
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
Singapore Nights 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 ...
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 ...
Geneva: A Swiss Gem Ms Q
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 ...
Brazil's Gem: Rio Peter Graham
The name 'Rio' conjures up images of wild Carnival celebrations, amazing natural beauty, girls doing the samba, hotel-lined beaches and the ...
July 2006
Greek Island Odyssey 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 ...
Japanese Cuisine Ms Q
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 ...
Lisbon: Pride of Portugal 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 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
Dazzling Dubai Kirsten Kindermann
Imagine 365 days of sunshine, some of the world's most luxurious hotels, incredible shopping, diverse dining, varied nightlife and traditional ...
Football 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 ...
Hail the Thai King 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 ...
The Spirit of 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 ...
May 2006
Thailand Summer Deals 2006 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 ...
Valencia Sails in Style 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 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 ...
Gourmet Shanghai Ms Q
Shanghai is a fascinating city with a history and culture that is part traditional and part colonial outpost, but always authentically Chinese. ...
April 2006
Springtime in Paris Ms Q
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 ...
Sri Lanka's beaches 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 ...
Inside Burma: 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 ...
Low-cost airlines in Europe 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 ...
March 2006
Bangkok's Riverside Hotels 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 ...
Low-cost airlines in Asia 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 ...
Art of Omiyage 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 ...
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
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 ...
London Museum 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 ...
Korean Cuisine Ms Q
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 ...
Valentine Retreats 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 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 ...
Chinese New Year taboos 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 ...
World Sports Capitals 2006 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 ...
Best-selling hotels 2005 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 ...
December 2005
Happy New Year 2005 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 ...
Kiwi Thrills 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 ...
Shop London Ms Q
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 ...
On the Yoga Trail 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, ...
November 2005
Thailand's Newest 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. ...
Love Venetian Style Ms Q
Reading about Venice in beautiful, glossy “coffee table” books could never have adequately prepared me for its daily spectacle. It is a ...
Year of The Dog Kirsten Kindermann
Get ready to hear the greeting: "Gong Xi Fa Chai!". It means "congratulations and be prosperous" - the traditional greeting for ...
Beaches of Vietnam 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
Perfect Beach 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 ...
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 ...
Disney and Dragons 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 ...
Thai Favorites 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
The Best of 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 ...
Back in Fashion 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. ...
Scotland Calls 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 ...
Seoul Searching Ms Q
“When minds and mountains meet, momentous things happen” was the advertising campaign that sparked thoughts of a holiday break in lovely ...
August 2005
Spectacular Kandy 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 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 ...
Paradise Found Ms Q
Speeding through turquoise waters teeming with mist-covered, massive limestone rock formations; I am travelling by speedboat from the large island of ...
Charm in 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 ...
July 2005
An Artist's View 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 ...
Falling for Florence Ms Q
I am a confirmed Italophile: I greatly admire all things Italian including culture, fashion and especially food. Surprisingly, however, in all of my ...
Maldives 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 ...
Lanna Living 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. ...
June 2005
Wats and Whiskey 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 ...
Island Hideaway 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, ...
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 ...
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
Super 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 ...
European Style 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 ...
Dragon Hunt 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. ...
Finest 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
Cliff and Caves 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 ...
Manila Nights 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 ...
Travel Trends 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 ...
Passion for Fashion Ms Q
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
Charming 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 ...
Solo 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 ...
Oriental Express Ms Q
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 ...
Perth-fect 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 ...
February 2005
Year of Rooster 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 ...
Funny Valentine Ms Q
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 ...
Fisherman Village 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, ...
The Thai Way 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
Top Choices 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 ...
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 ...
Bali Spas 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 ...
Dream Destinations 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
New Year's Parties 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 ...
Thaland's stylish islands 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 ...
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 ...
Cambodia's ghosts 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
Vietnam: A Visit to Hoi An Matthew Adams
Hoi An has changed; everyone agrees. Once it was a crumbling collection of semi-abandoned French colonial residences, Chinese temples and squalid, ...
Kuala Lumpur, pride of Malaysia 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 ...
Vietnam's Two 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 ...
Paris, City of Love 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
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 ...
Palaces of India 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 ...
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 ...
The 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
Insider 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 ...
Vegetarian Festival takes over Phuket 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 ...
Tees for Four: Golf Trip to Phuket 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. ...
Honeymoon on Phi Phi 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 ...
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, ...
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 ...
Gambling in Macau 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 ...
Pattaya Bounces 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 ...
July 2004
Deep Sea Fishing 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 ...
Thai Cooking Lessons 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 ...
Aboard the Desert Express Train 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 ...
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 ...
June 2004
Windsurfing to Fitness 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 ...
Thailand 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: 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 ...
Shanghai's Tea Shops 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
Dream Beaches in Asia 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 ...
Dragon Boat Racing 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 ...
Australian Holiday 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 ...
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 ...
April 2004
Handicrafts in Indonesia 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 ...
Great Esc-Apes 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 ...
Kuala Lumpur Cuisine 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 ...
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
Dream Machines Rob Nicolas
Sunshine, a cacophony of noise, people by their hundreds, the distinct smell of fuel, oil, hot engines and a kaleidoscope of colour seemed to ...
A Soaking for Songkran Matthew Adams
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 ...
Racing Days for Shop-o-holics 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 ...
Passion Play in Philippines 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
Traditional Malay Wedding 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 ...
Ballooning over 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 ...
Romance in the Orient - Valentine's Day Destinations 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
Golfing Nations 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 Asia Thailand 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 ...
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 ...
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. ...
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Spring Festival: Taiwan’s most important festival is the Lunar New Year. This month-long extravaganza sees the whole nation take vacation, travel home and have lots of fun. At midnight on the full moon, fireworks blast evil spirits off the island. This is a noisy but fascinating time to be in Taiwan. Fire Wheel: Orthodox Lent is celebrated with a blazing wheel of fire lit in Sinca Noua. Locals gather after dark at the foot of a local hill, at the top of which young men light wheels of hay on fire in a sort of purification rite. The ritual is followed by feasting, dancing and plenty of celebration. Rome is taken over by this huge festival that showcases theatre, music and dance in dozens of locations. |
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Spring Festival: Taiwan’s most important festival is the Lunar New Year. This month-long extravaganza sees the whole nation take vacation, travel home and have lots of fun. At midnight on the full moon, fireworks blast evil spirits off the island. This is a noisy but fascinating time to be in Taiwan.
Fire Wheel: Orthodox Lent is celebrated with a blazing wheel of fire lit in Sinca Noua. Locals gather after dark at the foot of a local hill, at the top of which young men light wheels of hay on fire in a sort of purification rite. The ritual is followed by feasting, dancing and plenty of celebration.
Rome is taken over by this huge festival that showcases theatre, music and dance in dozens of locations.
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