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5 top spiritual spots in/around Kathmandu

At a height of around 1,400 meters (4,600 feet) up in the Himalaya Mountains, the capital of Nepal (pop. 2.5 million) remains an exotic magnet for travelers from all over the world looking to quench their wanderlust, whether they visit independen

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Ten of the best things to do/see in Vietnam

A Halong Bay Cruise

In Vietnam's northeast, a 3½-hour drive from Hanoi through the verdant rice field of the Red River delta, “Descending Dragon Bay” has been twice recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vietnam. First was in 1994 for the

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Practicing Zen and Zazen north of Tokyo

In these times of stress and uncertainty, it is relieving to know that once we can travel again, there are places in the world that offer the healing qualities of reflection, tranquility and mindfulness. Japan is one of those places.

Practicing

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Top 10 (mostly) unexected honeymoon destinations in Australia

Honeymooning in Australia is wonderful, and you may have considered spots like Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Great Barrier Reef, Phillip Island, the Blue Mountains, perhaps the Yarra River or Byron Bay. There are a lot of places in Australia that ge

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Tokyo's Capitol Hotel Tokyu offers authentic Japanese cultural experiences

The Capitol Hotel Tokyu, the five-star Tokyo flagship property of Tokyu Hotel Corporation, is now offering unique, authentic Japanese cultural experiences. Two exclusive offers include off-site luxury dining with geishas and genuine Shinto ceremoni

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An intro to Osaka, Japan's 2nd city

Located on the main island of Honshu, roughly in the center of Japan and just under three hours by train from Tokyo, Osaka is spread across 221 square kilometers and has a population of 2.6 million. During World War II, air raids and bombings level

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Asia destinations in '13 of the World's Most Spiritual & Sacred Places'

“There are no unsacred places; there are only sacred places and desecrated places.”

― U.S. novelist, poet, essayist, environmental activist, & cultural critic Wendell Berry

If you’re a "seeker," who travels in part to

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Top Historical Monuments to Explore in Asia India

Have you visited to India then you must know about the top historical monuments which was built by the India's famous raja & maharaja's there are a unique history & story that tolds about the story and reson behind the buildings or monuments why this

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The tasty local delicacies of Hanoi's restaurants

By now many non-Vietnamese have made the acquaintance of pho, the beef or chicken noodle soup that's a popular street food in Hanoi, Vietnam. Others are a bit, well, special for today's Western palates (Mrs. Hong's sweet-and-sour pig ears, anyone?),

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The top 10 allures of Luang Prabang, Laos

This city of 55,000 on the Mekong River in north central Laos is the country's top tourism magnet for good reason: it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its remarkable ancient , Luang Prabang in Laos is one of the most visit places in Asia

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4 fab restaurants in Sydney

Whether it’s some of the finest dining the country has to offer, or a hole-in-the-wall experience providing wonderful cheap eats, Sydney has a wide variety of styles and flavours to treat anyone’s tastebuds. And from Bondi to Barangaroo, there’s

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Lovely Cat Ba Island, in Vietnam's Ha Long Bay

In the northeast of Vietnam, Cat Ba, is in the southeast part of Halong Bay, and the largest of its nearly 2,000 islands. Best accessible via the city of Hai Phong, under which it's administered, Cat Ba is an ideal destination in the summer, for b

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6 tips for a budget-friendly visit to Hong Kong

Besides being one of Asia's and the world's premier financial hubs, Hong Kong is also one of their most visited destinations for both business people and leisure travelers. Always teeming with people and full of exciting things to see and do, the

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5 of Sydney's best beaches

If you’re visiting or moving to Australia, both Sydney and Melbourne are greatly appealing for many reasons, including their nearby beaches. Melbourne has its share of pleasant beaches, mostly with calm waters. But they pale in comparison to the on

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The charms of Chennai (Madras), India's fourth largest city

India's fourth largest metro area, with a population around seven million (metro 8.7 million), Chennai - known before 1996 as Madras Pattanam - is the capital of Tamil Nadu state and the a hub of the diverse artistic, religious, and culinary cultur

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The lantern festival of Hoi An, Vietnam, is a magical monthly tradition

Located halfway along the coast of Vietnam, Hoi An is famous for its delicious food, excellent tailors and one of Vietnam's most historic old quarters, dating back to the 15th century and marked as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. And beyond its inna

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An escape to Japan's mystical city Nikko

On the shores of Lake Chuzenji, away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo in the Tochigi Prefecture is Nikko; a national treasure filled with natural beauty and important UNESCO World Heritage sites. Its literal translation means “sunlight” so it’s

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Cambodia's legendary temples of Angkor

Cambodia claims to be the only country with a building on its flag. That building is, of course, the familiar profile of Angkor Wat. Claimed to be the largest religious structure of any kind in the world. it is, however, just part of a vast comple

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Top 7 cool things to do in Auckland, New Zealand

If you are planning a holiday visit to the New Zealand's biggest urban area, you can be sure of dozens of activities to make your visit a memorable one. Here we have put together seven of the most exciting things to do and places to see when you vi

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10 terrific tropical resorts in Vietnam & Cambodia

I once read a quote that "time wasted at the beach is time well spent." Tranquil and serene, beaches have that magic, that makes you forget the outside world, and time spent here is the time he/she gives to him/herself, sitting for hours gazing at

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All Discussions (247)

5 top spiritual spots in/around Kathmandu

Ten of the best things to do/see in Vietnam

Practicing Zen and Zazen north of Tokyo

Top 10 (mostly) unexected honeymoon destinations in Australia

Tokyo's Capitol Hotel Tokyu offers authentic Japanese cultural experiences

An intro to Osaka, Japan's 2nd city

Asia destinations in '13 of the World's Most Spiritual & Sacred Places'

Top Historical Monuments to Explore in Asia India

The tasty local delicacies of Hanoi's restaurants

The top 10 allures of Luang Prabang, Laos

4 fab restaurants in Sydney

Lovely Cat Ba Island, in Vietnam's Ha Long Bay

6 tips for a budget-friendly visit to Hong Kong

5 of Sydney's best beaches

The charms of Chennai (Madras), India's fourth largest city

The lantern festival of Hoi An, Vietnam, is a magical monthly tradition

An escape to Japan's mystical city Nikko

Cambodia's legendary temples of Angkor

Top 7 cool things to do in Auckland, New Zealand

10 terrific tropical resorts in Vietnam & Cambodia

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