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Happy New Year, Happy Hot Season

26. April 2012

Songkran came and went a couple of weeks ago and, right on schedule, on its heels is some seriously hot weather. How hot is it in Bangkok? This week it’s been hovering in the high 90s and once in a while bumping into the low 100s. Even that might be tolerable but for the humidity. [...]

2012 Chithirai Festival: New Stage for Celestial Wedding

24. April 2012

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Le Sheng’s Afternoon Tea

23. April 2012

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I have enjoyed eating at Le Sheng so much that I decided to try their afternoon tea set with some friends. I was helped along by a 20%-off discount coupon they presented to me at the end of my last meal there. I thought dinner was so good, tea must be superb. I pictured a [...]

New Resort Open at Wonderla Amusement Park Bangalore

21. April 2012

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April Goodness

20. April 2012

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I recall whining a lot in March about the weather and I thought I’d better say a little something nice about April because spring is really doing it’s thing right now in Shanghai and it’s awfully nice. We’re still getting those bizarre days where Tuesday I could have gone to the pool, Wednesday I needed [...]

Mumbai’s Hanging Garden Gets a Makeover

19. April 2012

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Madhya Pradesh Tourist Caravan Gets National Permit

17. April 2012

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New Fave Shanghainese Restaurant in Shanghai: Le Sheng

17. April 2012

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In my typical style, I find a new restaurant, I like it, I bring my friends, I go too often, I never go back. I’m in the “bring my friends” stage and hopefully won’t fall into the “go too often” phase as I really and truly like this restaurant and don’t want the love affair [...]

A Japan Day in Shanghai

16. April 2012

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I’ve been on a streak of trying new-ish Japanese establishments in Shanghai lately. I’m researching the best coffee in Shanghai and surprisingly or no, there are a few Japanese coffee houses in Shanghai that are loved by coffee connoisseurs. Tiny and off-beat, Rumors Coffee roasts their own beans and serves coffee that isn’t meant to [...]

Financial Woes at Delhi Airport: Cost of Travel to Increase

14. April 2012

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Indian Visa on Arrival Facility Not Hassle-Free

13. April 2012

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Information for Visiting South Goa

12. April 2012

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Fighting Fakes at Panjiayuan Market

12. April 2012

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I have to get back in the game. A few weekends ago I went with my family to visit friends in Beijing. We girls left the guys at home on Saturday morning to visit Beijing (China’s?) biggest flea market. I’ve written about Panjiayuan Market before but it’s been a while since I’ve been and I [...]

How Do You Deal with Ripoff Taxi Drivers in India?

10. April 2012

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How Uncomfortable is the Mumbai Goa Jan Shatabdi Train?

9. April 2012

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Gansu & China Odyssey Tours

9. April 2012

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I am knee-deep in trip planning. I threw out to a few girlfriends of mine that I was planning a trip to Gansu Province with China Odyssey Tours and now suddenly we’re seven moms escaping Shanghai, kids and family to visit China’s far west. One of the main attractions are the Mogao Caves and sights [...]

India Photo: Elephant in Old Town Jodhpur

8. April 2012

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2012 Char Dham Yatra Season Opening Dates

6. April 2012

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Mystery Fruit

6. April 2012

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Turiya: Gorgeous Villa in South Goa

5. April 2012

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Really Great Wall; Really Bad Hotel

5. April 2012

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We just got back from seeing some friends in Beijing and tacking on an extra day to stay near the Great Wall. My son has always wanted to climb on the Wall (what kid doesn’t?) and I’ve been wanting to visit one of the smaller boutique-style hotels that have cropped up around the Wall. … [...]

Six Senses Koh Yao Noi

4. April 2012

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If you’ve got the budget, this resort on a small island near Phuket just might be the most indulgent island experience Thailand has to offer. Massive villas, beautiful grounds and a heart stopping view are what you’ll find at Six Senses Koh Yao Noi. View full post on About.com Thailand Travel

Six Senses Koh Yao Noi

4. April 2012

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If you’ve got the budget, this resort on a small island near Phuket just might be the most indulgent island experience Thailand has to offer. Massive villas, beautiful grounds and a heart stopping view are what you’ll find at Six Senses Koh Yao Noi. View full post on About.com Thailand Travel

The Naka Island

3. April 2012

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One of Thailand’s newest Starwood properties won’t disappoint travelers looking for a five star desert island experience. You may feel a little out of touch with the real Thailand when you visit, but if you plan it well you can make time for exploring before and after indulging at one of The Naka Island’s private [...]

Golden Buddha Resort

2. April 2012

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The Golden Buddha Resort, on an island close to the mainland north of Phuket, is remote, quiet and has beautiful surroundings. It’s definitely the type of place to visit with some good books and determination to relax, as there’s not much to do other than swim in the area. The property’s villas, all private homes [...]