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The Long Wall of Quang Ngai – Southeast Asia’s Newest Wonder

Aleksandr Shatskih

Deep in the remote jungles of central Vietnam, archaeologists have discovered what has been labeled as Southeast Asia’s “longest monument” – a solid stone wall stretching an astonishing 127.4 km, through pristine rain forest and remote hill tribe villages, all completely unspoiled before expected imminent arrival of busloads of tourists.

14 years ago

DOT: Airlines Must Disclose Ancillary Fees

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Business Travel Coalition has expressed its enthusiasm over the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) decision to apply consumer airline protection.  The rule  would require airlines to declare any ancillary fees along with the standard information provided at all points of sale.  Some of the common added fees include checked baggage and ticketing fees.  Regarding […]

14 years ago

Holiday Disasters – When Things Go Seriously Wrong

Aleksandr Shatskih

Holidays are all about fun – and for the majority of us, indeed that’s just what they are, lots of fun.

But a number of events over the last year have reminded travelers that things do not always go according to plan. Floods, volcanic ash clouds and more in the past year have made a real mess of travel itineraries.

14 years ago

Caterpillars Swarm Across Bali

Aleksandr Shatskih

Indonesia’s popular holiday island Bali has been invaded by swarms of rash-causing caterpillars, officials have admitted.

14 years ago

New Survey Shows Amazing Thailand Is Where It’s At

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Land of Smiles, otherwise known as Thailand is fast emerging as the number one choice for thousands of westerners looking to emigrate to an exciting new life in the sun.

14 years ago

A Premiere Resort At Paradise Beach – The Krabi Ananta Burin Resort

Aleksandr Shatskih

For chic, luxurious accommodation in the south of Thailand, look no further than the Krabi Ananta Burin Resort at Ao Nang Beach, a place where visitors can truly get away from it all.

14 years ago

East Europeans Fall in Love with Goa

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Indian backpacker’s haven of Goa is seeing a huge rise in the number of tourists from Eastern Europe, with record numbers of arrivals from countries like Russia, Ukraine and Kazakhstan so far in 2011.

14 years ago

Hong Kong Travel to Boom As Japan Struggles

Aleksandr Shatskih

Tourism in Hong Kong is set for an unexpected boom this Easter as travelers look to avoid visiting earthquake-hit Japan as it struggles to recover from nuclear meltdown.

14 years ago

Cool Off During Songkran – The World’s Biggest Water Fight

Aleksandr Shatskih

From April 13th to 15th, every single person in Thailand goes absolutely bananas with street parties and water fights on an epic scale taking place throughout the country.

14 years ago

Asia – Most Popular Destination For Indian Tourists

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Far East is proving to be the Promised Land for many Indian travelers nowadays. After decades of fascination with North American and European destinations, travelers from the Sub Continent are now turning their attentions to Southeast Asia, lured by the pull of perfect weather, low cost flights and straightforward visa rules.

14 years ago

Egypt Launches Initiative to Boost Tourism

Aleksandr Shatskih

Egypt yesterday announced plans to roll out a travel recovery plan in the tourism-dependent country, following the political upheaval over the last couple of months which saw President Hosni Mubarak removed from power and tourists desert the nation in their droves.

14 years ago

2011 World Travel Awards Grand Tour Kicks Off

Aleksandr Shatskih

The stage is set for next month’s Middle East Gala Ceremony, the first stage of the World Travel Awards 2011 Grand Tour, which will be hosted by Dubai’s Armani Hotel on May 2nd.

14 years ago

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