5 Days in Beijing
As the capital of modern day China and many of its past dynasties, Beijing has a long and rich history dating back over 3,000 years. Constantly reinventing itself over the centuries, this great city is as compelling as it is complex.
Amazing Salar de Uyuni
Salar de Uyuni in the Bolivian Andes, the world’s largest salt flat, is an other-worldly experience that has to be seen to be believed.
8 Days in Morocco
Morocco, also known as the Western Kingdom, is a fascinating country with a blend of Arab, indigenous Berber, Sub-Saharan African, and European culture.
2 Days to Phang Nga
Phang Nga Bay (Thai: อ่าวพังงา) is in the Strait of Malacca between the island of Phuket and the mainland of the Malay peninsula of southern Thailand. Since 1981, an extensive section of the bay has been protected as the Ao Phang Nga National Park. Most of the park consists of an area of the Andaman Sea studded with numerous limestone tower karst islands. The best known of these islands is Khao Phing Kan.
3 Days in Sydney
Sydney, Australia’s largest city, is known for its beautiful harbors, relaxed lifestyle, ideal climate, and friendly locals. The city is a multi-ethnic hub of business, culture and creativity. The Opera House, Sydney Tower and the Harbour Bridge have become the city's famous landmarks to international visitors.
3 Days in Sapporo, Hokkaido
Sapporo (札幌市) is the largest city on the Hokkaido island, located north east of Japan. Before its establishment by the Meiji government in the late 1800s, the area was home to a number of indigenous Ainu settlements. Today Sapporo is known outside Japan for having hosted the 1972 Winter Olympics and home to the famous Sapporo Brewery.
4 Days in Tanzania Safari Wilderness
Tanzania is a country in Eastern Africa. Its unspoiled national parks rival any in the world. On Tanzania's Serengeti plain, white-bearded wildebeest and other mammals participate in a large-scale annual migration. This itinerary includes Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
2 Days in Da Lat
Known to the early residents as "Little Paris", Da Lat (also spelled as Dalat) is a blend of hillside rural Vietnam and European alpine town. It is the capital of Lam Dong Province, the local weather stands in contrast to the country's tropical climate. Mist covering the valleys almost year-round leads to its name "City of Eternal Spring".
1 Day in Kandy
Kandy is located at the centre of Sri Lanka 125 km away from Colombo and is generally recognised as the island nation's cultural capital. It was the last capital of the ancient kings' era of Sri Lanka. It is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
A Long Weekend in Toronto
Toronto, also known as T.O. or Queen City, is the largest city in Canada and widely recognized as one of the most cosmopolitan and multicultural cities in the world.
Phuket is Thailand's largest island. It lies off the country's west coast in the Andaman Sea. Lush and green hills dominate much of Phuket's interior. The island's beaches are some of the best in the world. It was once a major trading post between India and China, now most of its economy derives from tourism.
Tambon Karon, Tambon Rawai
Located on the peak of a mountain, the Big Buddha of Phuket is 45 metres in height and covered in white Burmese marble. The statue looks towards Phang Nga Bay in the east and backs towards Andaman Sea in the west. The hilltop offers panoramic views of downtown Phuket and surrounding beaches.
Kata Beach is locataed on the west coast of Phuket. It is the second most popular beach on the island, known for its white sands, clear waters, water sports, facilities and snack bars. There are also many restaurants around serving fresh seafood dishes. The Phuket King’s Cup Regatta, one of Asia’s biggest and most popular regattas, is held on this beach.
Also known as Nai Han Beach, it borders the most gorgeous lagoon on the island. The middle of the beach is dominated by the Nai Han monastery, which has prevented excessive development and is the reason that the beach is generally less crowded than other spots on the southern part of the island.
Promthep (aka Phromthep) Cape is a headland forming the extreme south end of Phuket. "Phrom" is Thai for the Hindu term "Brahma", signifying purity, and "thep" is Thai for "God". Local villagers used to refer to the cape as God's Cape. The lookout point is known for its stunning sea views, especially at sunset.
ต.ฉลอง, Tambon Patong, Phuket
Wat Chalong, or formally Wat Chaiyathararam, is the most important of the 29 buddhist temples of Phuket. It is dedicated to two highly venerable monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, who led the citizens of Chalong Subdistrict fighting against the Chinese rebellion in 1876 and with their knowledge of herbal medicine helped the injured. There are also paintings of Buddha and gardens in the temple complex.
Banzaan Fresh Market is a large market offering traditional Thai foods, fruit, vegetables, meat, seafood, flowers, clothing, souvenirs,etc. The word ‘banzaan’ means fresh market in Hokkien, a Chinese dialect popular among many overseas Chinese communities throughout Southeast Asia. Visitors get to experience a local market in a much more organized fashion than some other smaller markets.
Patong refers to the beach and town on Phuket's west coast. It is the main tourist resort on the island, and is the center of Phuket's nightlife and shopping. The beach became popular with Western tourists, especially Europeans, in the late 1980s. Numerous hotels are located here and the area has expanded into a tourist Mecca. Patong Beach is famous for its nightlife and the 3.5 km-long beach that runs the entire length of Patong's west side. Nightlife is centered in two main areas, Bangla Road and the "Paradise Complex", with Bangla Road being predominantly straight and Paradise Complex gay. Both are lined with many bars, discotheques, and go go bars.
Rang Hill is one of the most famous viewpoints in Phuket. The viewing platform offers great views of the city centre and the Big Buddha atop the hills in the distance. Some of the smaller islands off Phuket’s east coast can also be seen. The area is surrounded by landscaped gardens and cafés.
Tambon Sa Khu, Tambon Ratsada, Phuket
Located in the northwest of the island, Sirinat National Park is best known for its well-preserved white sand beaches. The park's forests consist of numerous tree and bird species. Coral reefs are located in the marine section of the park. There are also sea turtle nesting areas. Between November and February sea turtles come to lay eggs on these beaches.
Monkey Hill, as the name suggests, is home to hundreds of macaques. They are usually not aggressive and do not approach people as other temple monkeys do. As one of the highest points of the island, Monkey Hill has a viewing deck and it offers a panoramic view of Phuket. At the bottom of the hill stands a colourful shrine devoted to three holy spirits: Toh Sae Dang, Toh Sae Dam and Toh Sae Kaow.
Located in the historic Sino-Portuguese district, Phuket Walking Street is a 350m-long commercial street that hosts a mixture of Baba (Chinese migrants settled in Phuket at the beginning of the 20th century), Thai Muslim and Indian flavours. Visitors can find a variety of coffee shops, restarants and bars. The street is also filled with stalls offering southern Thai cuisine and handmade souvenirs. The oldest drugstore in Phuket is located on the street.
