Asia
China
Journey on the highest world's railway: Beijing to Lhasa by train
Since July 2006 after the opening route of the Qingzang Railway between Golmud to Lhasa in Tibet, the Peruvian Orient Express is not the highest passenger train in the world anymore. The railway line to the Lake Titicaca in Peru crosses a pass at 4,330 meters at its highest point, La Raya. The new Tibetan train crosses the Tangula Pass at 5,072 meters above sea level and thus has become the world's highest rail track.(Wednesday, May 16, 2007)
Hong Kong
Five Reasons You Must Visit Hong Kong
You must visit Hong Kong if you plan to travel China. Hong Kong is a major transportation hub in Asia and is a gateway to China. It is extremely easy to find your way here. There are daily direct flights connecting Hong Kong to major cities in Europe and N. America. Boeing long-range aircrafts 747, 767, 763 are widely used.(Tuesday, March 06, 2007)
India
Dal Lake - India
The Kashmir valley is gifted with enticing natural beauty of landscape and water bodies. The most famous of them is Dal Lake. Dal Lake is one the most beautiful and pictureque lakes in India. It is the second largest lake in the State of Jammu and Kashmir. The lake itself is connected to a number of other lakes of the Kashmir valley.(Thursday, October 25, 2007)
Indonesia
Lombok, a sister island of Bali
The Island of Lombok, Indonesia is one of the Lesser Sundas Islands separated from Bali by the Lombok Strait and from Sumbawa by the Alas Strait. It is 70 mi (115 km) long and 50 mi (80 km) wide and occupies an area of 2,098 sq mi (5,435 sq km).It was ruled by the sultan of Makasar in 1640. The Balinese later seized control and established four kingdoms there.(Wednesday, October 01, 2008)
Japan
Tokyo's Top Summer Attractions
Summer in Tokyo is hot - there's no way around it. If you look at climate charts they say the average temperature is around 28 - 30 degrees. The thermometer in my office tells a different story! Today it's reading 34 degrees and it's 11:13 am in the morning. There's a way for that mercury to go yet! Why am I telling you this? To make the most of your stay you need to be able to keep your cool and enjoy activities that make the most of this weather, without you and your loved ones getting overly frazzled in the heat. Check our list of top Tokyo summer attractions and pack your sun tan lotion for some outdoor fun.(Friday, July 18, 2008)
Malaysia
Langkawi as the popular tourists destination in Malaysia
One of the best places to go for your vacation in Malaysia is Langkawi. Langkawi is a group of islands located in the state of Kedah, West Malaysia. These islands are not far from Ko Tarutao and Satun in southern Thailand.(Saturday, October 04, 2008)
Philippines
Top 3 Destinations In The Philippines
The Philippines is an archipelago, having 7, 107 islands, and is abundant in nature, warm people, natural wonders, and filled with pleasant discoveries. Philippines is now considered as one of the top destination in the world, having 1.5 million foreign tourist arrivals for the first semester this year.(Tuesday, September 25, 2007)
Singapore
What to Eat in Singapore (Part 1)
Singapore, also known as "The Lion City", is located along the equator and separated from the southern tip of the Peninsular Malaysia by the Strait of Malacca. A country in Southeast Asia and a multi-racial society, it is not difficult to observe that Singaporean cuisines are a fusion of Malay, Chinese and Indian foods.(Saturday, March 18, 2006)
South Korea
Daegu Hotels: Stay in Comfort and Style
Are you planning to go for a holiday? Daegu is one of the best holiday destinations in the world. Both business and leisure guests visit this place every year. The City of Daegu is located in the Korean Peninsula, with Mt. Daedeoksan and Biseulsan in the south, Mt. Palgongsan in the north and other low mountains located in the west and east. Daegu in Korea is generally chilling cold in the winter and hot and sticky in the summer season. To accommodate the various tourists traveling here every year there are several Daegu Hotels.(Wednesday, September 17, 2008)
Taiwan
Mopeds in Taiwan
Mopeds are viscous two-wheelers that have become the heart and soul of daily life in Taiwan. Not so much in Taipei as the underground system has provided a cheaper and faster means of travel within the city. All the other cities though rely heavily on the moped, scooter or motorbike (call them what you may) as the means to keep the city alive and functioning! (Sunday, February 09, 2003)
Thailand
Bangkok Holiday Destination Guide
Location: Near the Gulf of Thailand Climate: Bangkok has a tropical climate that experiences monsoon rains between June and October. Temperatures can reach average highs of 35 degrees C in April and May, making things rather humid. Average lows hover around the 20 degrees C mark in December and January. Currency: Thai baht (Sunday, October 05, 2008)
