Bangkok's Shopping Paradise

Bangkok has become the premier shopping haven of Southeast Asia . This exciting destinations offer really great experiences with full items from high-end luxury goods to local handicrafts , silk and other textile products , to satisfy all travelers calendar .

1 . Chatuchak Market
Chatuchak in Bangkok in Thai means " Weekend Market " , is the world's largest market . It is up to 1.13 square kilometers wide and can sort 15,000 stalls , welcome between 200,000 and 300,000 visitors each day .
Chatuchak Market, adjacent to the metro station of Bangkok Kamphaengphet , takes about 5 minutes walk from the Mo Chit station and Chatuchak Park . Chatuchak Weekend Market has many of the same characteristics of the Dong Xuan night market in Hanoi as meeting only on weekends , the pavilion was designed portable outdoor .

Chatuchak Market busiest tourists

6 tips when travel Malaysia

1. Take care with Taxi in Malaysia

 Most taxi drivers in Malaysia have their car advertising is metered precisely timed , but so many people trying to " forget " does not pop up and the price of cab ... " law of the jungle " . According to tourism statistics , Kuala Lumpur is one of the city's taxi price calculation for the worst tourists in the world.

Taxi price in Malaysia is not cheap!

 

2. The most delicious pastas teow char kuay

Char Kway Teow , which is sort of " fiber fried rice cakes " , made from flat-rolled rice noodles stir-fried ( similar to the Italian dish of pasta ) sauce , served with white or dark , a little belachan ( shrimp paste ) , tamarind sauce , bean sprouts , Chinese chives , sausage and oysters . According to the original recipe , the rice noodles stir-fried with lard is also used pieces of crispy greaves create a unique taste greasy .

Somethings need to be avoided when travelling Singapore

Every country has its customs and its own rules . However, the law is very strict in Singapore . Before traveling in this country , you should learn the culture , things may not work in this place to your trip more convenient .

Traffic in Singapore

Angkor - Wonders of the myths

Destination of visitors to Cambodia 's Angkor always mysterious . Road from Siem Riep very close to this temple and gorgeous tree with two rows , mostly 6-7 people to embrace new tree overwhelming .

5 dishs not to be missed when travelling in Thailand

Thai cuisine can say is a subtle blend of herbs , spices and fresh food . Each dish as a subtle between spicy , sour , sweet and bitter . Like all other countries , Thai cuisine in each tablespoon packed , rushed , and change blend rich in every sense of the expatriate visitors .

Today, the cuisine of Thailand has a strong foothold in the world . It has a simple but powerful flavors of the East , enough to make any guests curious Western origin , but while enjoying , each person can find in a familiar dishes to savor . Here are 5 foods has attracted the most tourists to the country of Thailand.


1 . Tom Yum Goong - spicy salty shrimp soup
Features in Eastern cuisine lies in the soup . In the West , people see soup as a separate dish , no need to have food together . But in the East , the hot soup to the middle tray of rice has always been regarded as the soul of the meal , the taste of the soup will decide on the flavor of dry food left . Tom Yum Goong as a strong affirmation for Thai food with pungent and sour . This shrimp soup, shrimp will only delicious when used as a raw material is the freshest shrimp , and basil leaves are used both hands , making up more flavor dishes .

Tom Yum Thai

Mask Dance - Talchum in Korea

1.Mua mask - A Public Art.

Mask Dance widely circulated Joseon (1392-1910) , which indicates it has reached the pinnacle of this kind of popular Korean drama . As the name of this art in Korean , means Talchum masked ( tal ) to dance ( chum ) . That 's the way people play hide myself in the mask to unleash relieve frustrations , resentment daily . Sometimes , in the costume of aristocracy , shamans ( mutang ) , wives , concubines or servants , ordinary citizens can find real joy of life . Therefore, Korean mask dance not need as amateur actors in the drama of the Chinese type , Japan . Moreover, the point here is different , which is the stage and the audience are not separated as in opera kind of other countries . This is a game where actors and audience together a fun place .

Mask Dance far as development is a game say sentiments of the majority of the population . For example , the character Maltugi - lowly servant , sometimes vehemently condemned lies , hypocrisy of the aristocracy with bold gestures , humor , sometimes with sharp words action satire freedom to break the world monks , teasing women and other social issues .

3 Unique Festivals in Thailand

1 . Sacred Makha Puja Day - Held at the temple , on the island in February each year Rattankosin

Sacred Makha Puja Day

On this sacred ceremony was held dip1250 's Buddhist devotees listen to the Buddha voluntary missionary . Holidays nghiemnay page are held throughout the day in all small and big temples in Chiang country . It is considered as one of the important holidays and have great influence on the entire people here . A sacred festival represents the unique culture of the divine country .

Discover the difference Singapore travel in 2 days

First day!
In the morning , start the day with breakfast with Dim Sum at any store on the street . Want fast and cheap, you can go to Geylang . More advanced , Tim Ho Wan restaurant famously received a Michelin star honor ( culinary books specializing in evaluating restaurant ) is a given address can not be ignored .

Located at 68 Orchard Road, Plaza Singapura right building or another address at 450 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh , you will surely have a perfect breakfast but have to wait a little longer ( open from 10am and sometimes have to queue ) . Dim Sum Cantonese processing style , very delicious . You should try special dishes such as roast pork , shrimp dumplings . The price of a disk about 4.5 SGD .

Ah Yat Seafood Restaurant

10 attractive tourist destinations , little known in Bangkok

Bangkok, Thailand is no shortage of famous attractions . The ancient temples , the city 's reputation and prestige of the restaurant appear in the list of must - visit - most visited tourists . But besides that , there are still plenty of places in different colors . Here are 10 suggestions for the expected tourists to Thailand .

1. Siriraj Medical Museum

Located opposite shores of Wat Pho is the Siriraj Medical Museum . But always in the top of the interesting places in Bangkok but this is not a popular place to visit for tourists . The reason is because museums are creepy and totally inappropriate for those faint of heart . Often referred to as the death museum , where exhibits of dead fetuses , cancer cells die and the remnants of the scuffle , horribly murdered . Museum Siriraj even kept the mummy of a mass murderer who had been executed in the last century .

Travel by Tuk Tuk

Roamed around the paths in a lovely tricycle would be a fun memories for many tourists come to Asia and especially in Thailand , where this three-wheeled taxis called by the name is quite funny ears " tuk - tuk " .
A charming moving vehicles , the constant invitation and bargain fares to customers can be a mystery , new, made ​​of first-time visitors to Asia not from crestfallen . However, if you apply these tips are good you will feel most comfortable spoiler Outing crossing the street between lanes of heavy traffic on this particular car .

What is Tuk Tuk's car ?

At various places in Asia , tuk - tuk is also known by several other names such as rickshaw , pedicab or taxi moto . The cab has stuttered explosive trailer by replacing human labor . Ability to quickly wriggled slightly in traffic jams and can carry up to four passengers , though a hybrid car and motorcycle taxis also have a few rules about capacity and speed . They are often used for short distance routes than in the towns and cities , its top speed of around 30 miles per hour .

Tuk - tuks are powered by a motor scooter two-stroke engines emit sound when running typical tuk -tuk so it was taken as the name for it too. Thailand is also trying to reduce emissions from the tuk - tuk , the team currently in Bangkok tuk - tuk was equipped with four-stroke engines using fossil fuels .

Tuk - tuk is it safe ?

Safety issues when the tuk -tuk is a big question : no or very little car safety fence installed for tourists , not to avoid dust , pollution and hot weather (especially when stuck in a traffic jam famous spots in Bangkok ) . The accident happened relatively little , because the speed of the car is relatively low . Generally speaking , a purely taxi will bring you much more secure , with the even have air conditioning .

[Asia Travel]Hilton Signs Place Two Hotels in Beirut; Waldorf Astoria to Open in Dubai

Hilton has partnered with the Al Habtoor Group to convert two hotels in Beirut to the Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand and to develop the very first Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts property in Dubai, UAE.

The agreement will see Hilton Worldwide enter Lebanon by converting the 195-room Habtoor Grand and the 183-room Metropolitan Palace to the Hilton Beirut Habtoor Grand and Hilton Beirut Metropolitan Palace.

Hilton Worldwide

Both hotels are located in the heart of the dynamic city of Beirut and are expected to open in early 2012.

The companies also signed an agreement to develop the Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah, the first luxury resort by the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand in Dubai.

Located on the iconic Palm Jumeirah, with views of the coastline and some of the Emirate’s most famous landmarks, the 324-room hotel will feature signature restaurants, a luxury health club and spa. The resort is due to open at the end of 2013.

Waldorf Astoria Hotels

“Beirut is one of the liveliest cities in the world and a leading gateway destination between the east and west. We have been looking forward to entering Lebanon and are very pleased that we are able to do so with this calibre of properties,” said Christopher J. Nassetta, president and chief executive officer, Hilton Worldwide. “Equally, Waldorf Astoria’s heritage and prestige is a perfect fit for Dubai and it is exactly the right time for this luxury brand to join the expanding number of properties we have planned in the UAE. Today’s announcement amply demonstrates our ongoing commitment to growing in the Middle East and consolidates our position as a leading hospitality provider in the region.”

Hilton Beirut Habtoor Grand will boast a number of quality business facilities including a business centre, four large meeting rooms and a conference room that has capacity for 2400 people. Guests can also enjoy an health club, two swimming pools, three restaurants and two bars. At 3500 sqm, the hotel’s spa facility is one of the largest in the region.

Hilton Beirut Metropolitan Palace will feature a business centre, five large meeting rooms and an 820-capacity function room as well as an health club, swimming pool and a choice of four restaurants and two bars.

Hilton Beirut Metropolitan Palace

Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah will feature four signature restaurants, two bars, a private beach and a large luxury health club and spa. The property will also have a business centre, six meeting rooms and a 600-capacity ballroom.

Hilton Worldwide has signed 18 new hotels across the Middle East and Africa this year, taking their total number of hotels in the development pipeline in the region to 40.

Red leaf season in the ancient capital of Kyoto - Attractive Destination

Away from the rush , hurry , scurrying in Tokyo , Kyoto rhythm hidden behind hills covered with trees, flowers, hidden under the houses built in the ancient style , much like the slow , gentle , fresh , have similarities with poetic beauty as the Perfume River Hue of Vietnam .

Beijing Tourist information. Welcome to Beijing, China!

Welcome to my virtual presentation of Beijing! With its many tourist sights and its long history, the capital of the People's Republic of China is one of the most attractive cities in the world. Even more so since Beijing hosted the Games of the XXIX Olympiad, the Summer Olympic Games of 2008.

Beijing is the second biggest city in China, and thanks to its excellent transport facilities, it is the main gateway to the country of 1.3 billion citizens.

Beijing is huge and has many attractions. Among them there are four that no tourist should miss: the Forbidden City, Tian an Men, The Summer Palace and the Great Wall. We will start our virtual video tour in the Forbidden City. Click on the picture for the first tourist video. 

Taipei 101: A One of A Kind Experience

If you happen to go to Taiwan, expect nothing less than electronics to be your most probable purchase as this is the destination for geeks and gadgets freaks. You will see a lot of great sites but one to get your attention will surely be the Taipei 101, a tall skyscraper that is sure to be a tourist spot you will want to check out.
The structure is made of 101 floors, owing to its name. You will get a glimpse of how this building can be able to withstand earthquakes as its base foundation is professionally built to withstand such events.

Thailand Massage, can not to try...

Thai massage focuses acupressure points , blood circulation and awaken hidden power in your body

Massage is a method to ease tensions , blood vessels circulation helps the body relieve any stress physically and mentally . Massage is used in medicine as a method of recuperation . It has many effects such as full body relaxation , stress solutions , support treatment of blood vessels , ligaments, tendons recover from injury , combined with acupuncture to treat a number of disorders in the body ...

7 things shouldn't be missed when traveling in Thailand

Thailand attracts visitors by the beautiful landscapes , magnificent temples , magnificent , unique traditional festivals and countless shopping opportunities lease agreement ... Here are the activities that you can not miss visiting this place .
1 . Visit the floating market

The canoe up and down the river , offering fruits and local specialties are the highlight of the floating market in Thailand's countryside . You can sit in a boat along the river or go to see both sides of the river bustling scene according to his liking . On both sides of the channel is also fair , noisy and bustling colorful flavors .

Wholesale bustling floating market place .

Forbidden City - History and CultureTreasures of Chinese

The Forbidden City , also known as Old Palace ( today known way ) , located in the heart of Beijing Municipal ago, the 24 palaces of the Ming dynasty king from mid to late Qing Dynasty . The massive palace in the Forbidden begin construction in 4th Yongle reign - outstanding emperors of the Ming Dynasty , and is one of the prominent kings of China (ie 1406 ) , and completed after 14 years (ie 1420 ) .

Seem mysterious but extremely magnificent Forbidden City.

Tips to advoid "tourist traps" in ThaiLand

Bangkok is a tourist's paradise but also quite a lot of hidden potential disaster scams .
1 . Tuk tuk hoax

With travel time is tight , everyone is eager to sit up after the tuk tuk can be straight forward or destinations need to be paid directly to the hotel after the tour is finished . However, tuk tuk drivers in Thailand are very " wise " error .

They will tell you that they get government support to take you to the mall , jewelry center , souvenir shop before bringing you to the point of need. When you buy an item in it , of course the driver will be money percent . If you do not buy anything , the driver is still part of the money , smaller for referral . Some tuk tuk drivers at night your dog straight to the nightclub and refused to take you home .

Which "secret power" help The Great Wall to last?

Spread the years , the Great Wall still towering , weathered challenges . What is the secret to create enduring strength of that works wonders ?

The Great Wall - the pride of the Chinese people in particular and humanity in general has undergone over the years endure rain or shine . Robust architecture , great that seemed to be made ​​up of extremely rare materials and complicated , but in fact , glutinous rice - special things simple , folk and popular in Asian diet Europe is the main material makes the solid walls of this magnificent , a study results indicate .

Sticky rice is the main reason that a fundamental building mortar used in ancient China has been Vietnam features super . The researchers also discovered that the mortar is still the best material for the renovation of ancient architecture .

Coconut Island , the strange destination in golden temple country

Rumors on the island called a sea of tropical fruit , Coconut Island , always make visitors want to go portable backpack and explore destinations on earth Thailand which is gradually crowded by tourists .

Coconut Island is the center of Phuket beach about 300 m , is becoming one of the ideal tourist destination to visitors to the land of the Golden Temple . Driving on the highway segment along the east coast , you will not be what many observers . The path is quite flat and smoked smoking , the trees and only a few small roadside shop selling some of ripe pineapple .

If you are not the person they would persevere extremely anxious to keep open the road so far untouched . Not to mention that Aaron was a bit like living in a horror films " exploring " something . At the end of the road , ferries had appeared , the first bright spot on the trip . From here you can look out to sea , saw green coconut on white sand untouched .