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So you are thinking of a trekking holiday in Asia? Well like many people in recent years you are not alone, as trekking holidays are becoming more and more popular, with all age groups. Whether it's on your own, as part of a group and even as a family with your children, most options are catered for. Just get in touch with a good specialist travel operator and get them to tailor a package to suit your needs, if they don't have the exact criteria off the shelf.A good specialist travel agent is worth their weight in gold, especially if they have specialist, personal knowledge and experience of the destination or areas you are looking to travel in. So do your homework and start asking questions, as that's what they are there for.One of the popular destinations for travelling to Asia these days is to go on a trekking holiday .. more»

Asia is one the more visually stunning areas in the world. If you are looking for romance, here are some top-notch destinations.Asia is hot and sticky, much like romance. More importantly, it tends to be fairly cheap due to a currency disaster in the late 1990s. Although luxury resorts can be very pricey, you can find a romantic location for just about any budget.If cost is of no concern, the Banyan Tree Resorts should definitely be on the top of your list. With resorts in Thailand, Indonesia, China, Japan, Maldives and Seychelles, the Banyan Tree resorts are the lap of romantic luxury. Each resort is a bit different and prices vary wildly depending on location since the currency in Japan is much stronger than the Thai currency.Cheju Island off of Korea is a little known, but spectacular romantic destination. Cheju is very similar in appearance to the Hawaiian Islands, complete .. more»

South East Asia - The Best BeachesThe region of South East Asia is extremely well known for its beautiful beaches with pristine white sand, tropical palm trees bursting with bananas and coconuts and long, lazy afternoons and evenings on a deck chair while watching the sun, sand and surf.There are far too many beaches to list them all in South East Asia, but this article will focus on the best beaches in Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore.CambodiaThe best beaches in Cambodia can be found in three different communities - Sihanoukville, Kep and Koh Kong. In addition to this, there are also some opportunities to visit private islands and resorts that are located on offshore islands which also have beautiful beaches. While Sihanoukville is often considered the best and largest beach, all of the other places have their own individual eccentricities and can be beautiful in their own right as well.When .. more»

According to a 2009 survey from Visa and Pacific Asia Travel Association, accommodation represents a third of the budget when travelling for holidays, studies or work.Over the years cash-strapped travellers have been seeking numerous ways of saving money from sharing rooms in hostel accommodation to now sharing houses with locals. While medium to long term shared accommodation has been common for years especially among students, the concept of sharing someone's home for only a few days while holidaying is relatively new.A comfortable, convenient way of saving money With short term house sharing travellers are able to save money by staying in cheap accommodation which has the comfort and convenience of a home. When compared to backpackers hostels, who wouldn't prefer to sleep in a private comfortable room rather than having to share a crowded dorm especially if it is the same price?Besides the low-cost advantage of staying in a family .. more»

With its chaotic jungle of neon signs, fairly ugly residential skyscrapers, and the ever increasing problem of smog coming from neighboring China, Hong Kong is probably not the first thing that comes to your mind when thinking about a romantic destination... However, the city's mountainous terrain and its world-famous metropolitan skyline, set a perfect background for some of Asia's most romantic spots.This article will take you through 10 restaurants and nightspots in Hong Kong that are surely to melt your lover's heart. Aqua Spirit From its prime position, on the 30th floor of a Tsim sha Tsui tower, this contemporary bar provides some of the best views you can get from Kowloon's side. Together with its stylish and fairly comfortable ambience, it is one of the best spots in Tsim sha Tsui for a sunset cocktail or an after dinner drink. Caprice, Four Seasons Hotel Located in .. more»

Most people put a lot of effort into planning their vacation - choosing a destination, picking the right hotel, getting cheap flights.One thing people often overlook is hand baggage liquid restrictions, and the need for travel toiletries. If you're going on a short trip and you don't have any check-in baggage, you need to make sure that any toiletries you bring don't fall foul of the 100 ml/3 oz limit. Even if you are checking in baggage, what happens if your bag goes missing? It's no harm to have a few essentials in your carry-on bag as a backup plan.With a little bit of forward planning, you can bring what you need while staying within the liquid restrictions. Many pharmacies stock miniature versions of common toiletry items in sizes of 100ml or less, across a variety of well-known brands. Even better, a lot of these can be ordered online and .. more»