Hong Kong is an all-year-round destination not only for Asian tourists but people from the world over. It is not only known for its sumptuous Cantonese cuisine, pocket-burning sales & discounts, and breathtaking sites like the Victoria Peak or Ocean Park. Aside from all these, Hong Kong also has something exciting to offer when it [...]
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As a judo enthusiast, I decided to pay a visit to the Kodokan Judo Institute during my first visit to Tokyo, Japan. I got off the correct Tokyo Metro station at Suidobashi Station along the JR Chuo line, when I spotted a huge domed stadium. And right besides it, straddling across city streets, is a [...]
I still remember those days when a lot people from my country, the Philippines, have gone mad over watching so many Korean soap operas on TV like Dae Jang Geum (or also known as Jewel in the Palace), My Girl, Lovers in Paris (also known as My Sweetheart in Paris), etc. I have to admit, [...]
Last time, I talked about Tokyo Disneyland, the first Magical Place in Tokyo. I also briefly mentioned the second magical place before but now I’ll explain it in more detail. I am talking about the Tokyo DisneySea, where adventure and imagination set sail. Opened in 2001, Tokyo DisneySea has become one of the world’s most-visited [...]
From castles to shopping malls and business districts, Sendai is vibrant and fast paced but this bustling city also boasts the name of “City of Trees” for its tranquil parks, the Hirose-gawa River and the beautiful zelkova trees that border the city’s streets.
Asia Hotels Picks:
High-end: Hotel Monterey Sendai
Mid-range: Koyo Grand Hotel Sendai
Budget: Chisun Hotel [...]
Hong Kong is a city that is always struggling with its past and present. Buildings built in the 1950’s still line up along Mongkok and are obviously worn down, but merchants attempt to hide the decay with ground-level artsy facades and billboards. The famous Victoria Harbour, where Hong Kong get its name (“fragrant [...]
Without a doubt, Singapore is one of the best places to explore in Asia. The Singapore Tourism Board made sure all avenues (and foot paths and rivers) are exhausted for the delight of first-time and repeat visitors. Not only has it preserved its heritage sites and developed events, but it has also partnered up with [...]
Thailand, a Kingdom that lies strategically in the heart of Southeast Asia, is another interesting destination that is a favorite among tourists in Asia. The capital of this amazing country is Bangkok and it is also the center of political, business, and tourism-related activities. Thailand’s lovely tropical climate, rich history and culture and the hospitality [...]
Every first week of February, a place in Japan becomes a venerable winter wonderland. I’m talking about the Sapporo Snow Festival. This festival is one of Japan’s largest winter events and attracts a numerous number of visitors from Japan and abroad every year.
Sapporo is the capital and largest city in Hokkaido, Japan. [...]