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10 more of the weirdest things eaten by travel bloggers

By Paul Johnson on Nov 12, 2013 in Africa, Alaska, Asia, Cape Verde, China, Featured, Food and Drink, Ghana, Japan, Namibia, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Philippines, Regions, South Korea, Travel Miscellany, USA

Our 10 of the weirdest things eaten by travel bloggers blog post from a few months ago proved to be quite a hit, so we here we are back with more weird and wonderful offerings. So, if you think your taste buds might be tempted by a spot of barbecued donkey or perhaps a scorpion […]

4 unmissable island experiences

By Jane Downs on Nov 06, 2013 in Asia, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Philippines, Regions, Taiwan

I’m often asked which are my favourite island destinations. Between ourselves, it’s one of those questions I dread, as it is almost impossible to choose! I like so many destinations for so many different reasons. When really pushed though, I suppose there are one or two places that really stand out from the crowd, either […]

10 of the best beaches on the planet

By Paul Shipway on Oct 21, 2013 in Africa, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Brazil, Caribbean, Europe, Fiji, Florida, Going Out, Greece, Grenada, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Philippines, Regions, Seychelles, South America, Thailand, USA, Western Europe

Whether you are looking for a private patch of perfect sand, the best seaside party or a beach you can even enjoy in the rain, our round-up of the best beaches on the planet has something for everyone. If you know of some great beaches too, then feel free to add them in the comments […]

8 boutique experiences in Asia

By Cristy Elmendorp on Aug 30, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, China, Cruises & Boat Travel, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Regions, South Korea, Speciality Travel, Thailand

Traveling to Asia and looking for an alternative to the luxury chain hotels? There are many advantages to staying at smaller resorts in that you can have a more tailor-made experience that is harder to find when staying at a hotel that has over a hundred check-ins daily. Here is a collection of properties that […]

10 of the weirdest things eaten by travel bloggers

By Paul Johnson on Aug 13, 2013 in Asia, Bars, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Fun Stuff, Going Out, Iceland, Mexico, North America, Peru, Philippines, Regions, Restaurants, Singapore, South America, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe, Worldwide

For me, part of the fun of travelling is trying different foods in far-flung destinations – things that you might never dream of eating, and dishes that you just don’t get back at home. Here I present a round-up of 10 weird and wonderful items that fellow travel bloggers have tried during their own travels. […]

Top 10 luxury hideaways in South East Asia

By Craig Burkinshaw on Jun 11, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Cambodia, Hotels, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Philippines, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Vietnam

Southeast Asia is one of the few regions in the world that appeals to travellers at both ends of the budget scale. And while these countries often attract a backpacker crowd, they also serve equally well those looking for all out luxury. But what if you’re looking for a little bit of indulgence away from […]

5 of the best luxury accommodation options for families

By Craig Burkinshaw on Feb 20, 2013 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, Family Travel, Hotels, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Philippines, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel

Just because you are travelling with your family, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a little luxury. From whole islands, that you can hire out all to yourself, to safari lodges which cater to even the youngest of guests, there are plenty of options available for you and your family. Here are 5 of the best […]

Experience South East Asia in 5 luxury stops

By Sam Richardson on Feb 06, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Cambodia, India, Philippines, Regions, Resorts, South Korea, Vietnam

Planning to take a tour around South East Asia? Well, here are the top 5 luxury stops that will take you around the region in an unforgettable trip. Cambodia: Sokha Beach Resort Beach life in Cambodia is fast gaining popularity these days, so if you’re planning to include this small historical stop in your itinerary, […]

Photograph of the week: Riding the paraw in Boracay

By Paul Johnson on Dec 26, 2012 in Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Philippines, Regions, Speciality Travel

The Philippines is proud of Boracay Island, hailed as one of the top beaches in the world. One of its attractions is riding the “paraw”, a double outrigger sail boat. The outriggers are made of bamboo, and the sailboat can glide smoothly in the waters, letting you enjoy a quiet ride around the island. It […]

Discovery Shores, Boracay Island: luxury for families

By Coleen Rojas on Dec 18, 2012 in Accommodation, Asia, Family Travel, Philippines, Resorts, Speciality Travel

December is the most festive time to visit the Philippines. An archipelago in Southeast Asia consisting of approximately 1,107 islands, this country exudes the Christmas spirit like no other. It is for this reason that my husband and I chose to make an overdue visit from North America with our two young children, ages 2 […]

Now you can explore the Great Barrier Reef courtesy of Google Street View

By Paul Johnson on Sep 26, 2012 in Adventure Travel, Asia, Australia, Hawaii, North America, Oceania, Philippines, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA, Videos

You may recall back in 2010 that Google Street View extended to parts of Antarctica. Now they’re going a step further and taking us underwater to explore Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Thanks to a partnership between the Catlin Seaview Survey and Google Maps, it’s now possible to observe the reef just as divers do. Specially adapted […]

Jean-Christophe Nager, GM at The Pavilions Phuket

Interview with Jean-Christophe Nager, General Manager, The Pavilions, Phuket

By Kay McMahon on Oct 15, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Antigua and Barbuda, Asia, Australia, Botswana, Cambodia, Caribbean, Europe, Interviews, Italy, Maldives, Oceania, Philippines, Regions, Resorts, Switzerland, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Jean-Christophe Nager is the General Manager of The Pavilions, Phuket, a 5-star luxury resort built on a hill-top on the delightful island of Phuket. A Swiss national with more than 25 years’ experience in the hospitality industry, Jean-Christophe (JC) graduated from Collège St-Michel, Fribourg, in Switzerland in 1978 and studied photography in Montreal, Canada for a […]

Interview with Guy Roger, President of Asiana Pearl Vision

By Paul Johnson on Sep 22, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Celebrities, Europe, France, Going Out, Hotels, Indonesia, Interviews, Philippines, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Seychelles, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Guy Louis Roger is President at Asiana Pearl Vision, a boutique travel designer based in Cebu city and operating exclusively in the Philippines, focusing on high end tailor made tours and bespoke travelling experiences. Guy has an hotelier background and he has been working on senior management positions for Accor, Dusit, Pan Pacific, Le Meridien, […]

6 of the world’s most luxurious diving destinations

By Tim Simond on Apr 05, 2011 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Fiji, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Philippines, Regions, Resorts, Seychelles, Speciality Travel

For the discerning traveller, diver or not, who has money to spend and wants the very best, these six destinations offer an incomparable level of service, style, and of course diving. So dream awhile, and casting all financial concerns aside, enjoy that lottery moment and consider which are the most spoiling and amazing destinations where […]

Top 10 island escapes

By Paul Johnson on Sep 21, 2010 in Asia, Caribbean, Cyprus, Europe, Fiji, Greece, Maldives, Middle East, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Philippines, Regions, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, Vietnam, Western Europe, Worldwide

There’s something magical about islands. The isolation… the privacy… wonderful beaches and complete solitude. According to Tripadvisor, the world’s top 10 island escapes are: 1. Providenciales, Turks and Caicos 2. Cook Islands 3. Mykonos, Greece 4. Maldives 5. Cyprus 6. Boracay, Philippines 7. Ko Lanta, Thailand 8. Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam 9. Bora Bora, French Polynesia […]

Top 10 beachside destinations

By Paul Johnson on Jan 21, 2008 in Asia, Australia, Brazil, Caribbean, Europe, Fiji, Florida, Hawaii, Jamaica, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Philippines, Regions, South America, Spain, Speciality Travel, Thailand, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Vacations are always more fun when there’s a coastline in view, or at least so say Tripadvisor. They’ve come up with a list outlining their top 10 favourite beachside destinations: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Honolulu, Hawaii Cancun, Mexico Surfer’s Paradise, Australia Negril, Jamaica Miami, Florida Viti Levu, Fiji Boracay, Philippines Tenerife, Canary Islands […]

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