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Singapore’s Best Islands
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, April 2012
The pleasures of island hopping amid Singapore’s
southern islands are just the thing for travelers seeking beautiful
sunsets, nature reserves, temples, bungalows and beaches. The following
are ...
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Singapore’s Best Parks
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, February 2013
Any property expert will tell you that one of the key elements that make for a truly great city is the size and utilization of public park area. People need an outlet after long periods of time in ...
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Singapore’s Little India
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, February 2013
Almost as synonymous with Singapore as Sentosa Island, Singapore’s Little India is really a sight in and of itself. Lose yourself in this world within a world through a day walking tour – guided or ...
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Slowing Down on Shamian Island
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, September 2012
Tourists and expats looking to escape the oppressive congestion of Guangzhou ( China ’s
third largest city) should turn their attention to Shamian Island. Once
part of a Chinese concession to the ...
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Spiritual Shanghai
Written by Emma, Australia, August 2012
Shanghai
is well known for its shopping, eating, sightseeing and general
all-round craziness. So where can you go for a bit of quiet reflection
in this busy and exciting city?
Yuyuan Garden ...
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Take a Pearl River Cruise
Written by Viator, June 2012
Life in the massive metropolis of Guangzhou moves at breakneck speeds. For those worn out after a long day of digging into the city’s 2,000 years of history, consider taking a leisurely cruise along ...
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Thailand’s James Bond Island
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, July 2012
If you pick your travel destinations either wholly or in part because of
their status as iconic sites from cinema history (and why not?), then
look no further than Phang Nga Bay . You may ...
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Thailand’s Most Beautiful Beaches
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, July 2012
Trying to pick the best beaches in Thailand is like nominating candidates for the most beautiful tulip in the Netherlands . Some destinations, however, stand out as obvious contenders. The ...
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Thailand’s Secret Islands
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, November 2012
The search for unknown island treasures in Thailand
is a pursuit that has the potential of diminishing returns for
travelers at some point in the not too distant future. Luckily, the
returns ...
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Thai Massage in Bangkok
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, July 2012
Drawing inspiration and influence from the ancient Ayurvedic medical practices of India , Thai
massage focuses on muscle flexibility and circulation by engaging in
deep stretches and ...
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The Imperial Hotel
Written by Lydia, October 2012
When King Emperor George V laid the plans for New Delhi , a city that was to replace Calcutta
as the capital, in 1911, he aimed to create a monumental landscape that
demonstrated the immense ...
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The Phi Phi Islands
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, July 2012
The beaches on these small islands located a few hours from Phuket
are as idyllic as it gets. It’s a busy place, to be sure, but if you
aren’t bothered by crowds, the island has more than enough ...
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The Waseda Shochiku Cinema in Takadanobaba
Written by Emma, Australia, October 2012
The Waseda Shochiku Cinema is one of Tokyo ’s
oldest movie theaters and is quite an institution in the popular
student area of Takadanobaba. Showing movies for over 50 years, Waseda
Shochiku is ...
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Top 4 Spots to Soak in Thailand
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, February 2012
Thailand has dozens of popular hot springs frequented by locals and tourists alike. Though mainly in the north of the country, these idyllic settings for rest and relaxation are worth traveling for. ...
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Top 5 Beaches in Thailand
Written by John Reality, Cambodia, June 2011
Thailand is justly famous for its many beautiful beaches, but the sheer scope and variety of options can be daunting. It’s hard to go wrong if you’re after sun and sand in this beautiful country, ...
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