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A Travel Guide to the Chinese Zodiac Records from excavated ancient bamboo books have proved the existence of the Chinese Zodiac from before the Qin Dynasty (221–207BC). The complete 12-year cycle with its associated animals appeared…
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A Little Guide to Rock Veganism in Asia! With the new year comes fresh perspectives, new experiences for a bucket list, unexpected opportunities, hopes for a ‘new you’ and twelve new months to fill with exploration. For our vegetarian…
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What better way to adventure through Asia than by sailing its historic waters? Dreaming of relaxing Asian holidays on tropical islands? Wanting to soak up the magic of one of Asia’s beautiful beaches? Trying to organize a family Cruise…
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Hangover Cures from Around Asia Glowing like a beacon is one of the things I worry about on a night of bar hopping, but what about those nights when things go a bit too far and you end up enjoying one (or four, I only count the fingers…
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Riding the Toy Train of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) has long been an experience that has drawn visitors and tourists to this region of India famed for its tea plantations and Himalayan scenery. Listed by UNESCO as a World…
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India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. It has seen the rise and fall of many kings, dynasties, and empires that have left great legacies behind. And it is perhaps surprising to hear that Murshidabad, now a part of rural…
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The story of Mowgli, a boy living among animals in the Indian forest, remains as vivid and appealing today as it was when Rudyard Kipling included it in The Jungle Book - a series of short stories written by Kipling and published in 1894.…
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Stepping Beyond the Usual Tourist Trails Do you want to add a truly local twist to your next holiday? Dive deep into the fun and vibrancy of the destinations and cultures you visit on your holiday travels by experiencing and celebrating…
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Family - Friendly Holidays in Asia The best family holidays take everybody's priorities into account: the parents want to relax, the kids want to swim, everyone wants to spend quality time together, and nobody wants to be bored. In…
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This year, the Balinese celebration of Nyepi (Day of Silence) commemorating Isakawarsa (Saka new year) fell on Wednesday, March 25th. The main purpose of Nyepi Day is to pray for the purification of humanity, earth, and the universe,…
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