All posts tagged "Adventures Abroad"

  • A capital adventure in Vietnam

    A few decades ago, the nation of Vietnam was synonymous with armed conflict and the horrific struggles of war. Yet the intervening years have banished the shadows of this sad chapter in Asian history and Vietnam is...

    • Posted April 17, 2024
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  • Alma Named ‘Best Family Resort in Vietnam’

    Alma Resort, a 30-hectare oceanfront property on the Cam Ranh peninsula in southern Vietnam, was named the No. 1 family resort in Vietnam by the influential Australian-based Holidays with Kids magazine. The resort’s 12 “beautiful” swimming pools...

    • Posted July 10, 2023
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  • Bali welcomes back tourists from 8 countries including Japan.

    Bali has partially reopened its borders as the pandemic-struck Indonesian holiday island took a step toward welcoming back tourists. Under the new entry rules for travelers to Indonesia, foreign visitors must be fully vaccinated, quarantined in a...

    • Posted October 18, 2021
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  • Japan plans to kickstart tourism with travel vouchers for inbound travelers.

    Japan was the 12th-most visited country in 2017 with the highest growth in tourist arrivals that outpaced some Southeast Asian countries, according to the United Nations World Tourism Organization. According to JNTO, 46.2% of inbound travelers visit...

    • Posted May 23, 2020
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  • The best vacation escape to a palatial hotspot

    It seems completely valid busy celebrities constantly seeking tranquility and beauty (such as the Beckhams, the Jolie-Pitts) have made this location their escape destination. It’s simply magical! I’m talking about Marrakech, an exotic city in Morocco which,...

    • Posted September 3, 2019
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  • The North Borneo Paradise

    Boasting baby orangutans, jungle adventures and two luxurious Shangri-la resorts, Borneo’s Kota Kinabalu region is a slice of heaven in the South China Sea.

    • Posted February 19, 2019
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  • Partying in Rio de Janeiro

    There is nowhere on earth quite like Rio de Janeiro. The very mention of the name conjures up images of unparalleled hedonism, tropical splendour, beautiful people and of course carnival. Add to this the darker side of...

    • Posted January 30, 2019
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  • Siargo’s pristine turquoise beach, beautiful sunset and mysterious aura cast a magic spell that will keep you coming back.

    Our annual travel itch as a family took us to a beautiful island in the Philippines called Siargao.   Siargao is a tear-drop-shaped island in Surigao del Norte region, 800 kms off Manila, the capital city. Cebu...

    • Posted January 21, 2019
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  • Bali with or without children

    Bali conjures up images of paradise, lush tropical beaches, rice terraces, and an exotic native culture. Bali is indeed all of that, and more: a great place for a family escape! Before we had children, we would...

    • Posted August 9, 2018
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  • Swaziland: Throwing caution to the wind

    “Swazi tussle over virgin tassels,” read the BBC’s unforgettable headline. Absolute King selects teen-virgin bride from a bare-breasted dancing cast of thousands! Slightly embarrassed to admit this, but that was my irresistible introduction to the itsy-bitsy Kingdom...

    • Posted October 31, 2017
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  • Cruise Travel

    The new generation of cruise liners

    • Posted June 9, 2017
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  • Add Dubai To Your Bucket List

    Dubai conjures up images of absurd excess, a playground for the rich, built on the whim of the visionary king. Set within the dazzling  desert state of the United Arab Emirates, this intoxicating blend of new age...

    • Posted December 12, 2016
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  • Bali offers great options for all-inclusive family holidays

    Like many expats, my husband and I don’t have family nearby who can watch our child if we want to take a vacation on our own. So when we decided to take our first holiday to Bali...

    • Posted August 6, 2015
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  • A family adventure in Morocco

    I couldn’t have been more excited about visiting Morocco than if I’d chartered my own flying carpet with room for the whole family. Fantasies aside, high expectations can be a dangerous thing (especially with the family in...

    • Posted May 11, 2015
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  • Koh Chang with Kids – Thailand’s enchanting paradise

    When Japanese travel agencies promote package tours to Thailand, you can bet that Pattaya, Koh Samui, Hua Hin, Pjuket, Krabi, and Chiang Mai are big on their list of must-visit resorts. If you’re simply looking to escape...

    • Posted November 10, 2014
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  • We rented an airbnb-listed apartment in Paris

    This summer, we had the most wonderful travel experience to Europe and did something different for a change. We stayed at an Airbnb. Tired and bored of hotels and serviced apartments, we ditched the hotel for an...

    • Posted September 10, 2014
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  • I believe I can fly

    How many times have you taken ‘wrong-haul’ flights with disappointing meals? Are you a picky eater? If you are paying for costly air tickets, you might as well look into what is served up in the air....

    • Posted August 9, 2014
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  • Best family travel destinations

    Looking for the perfect getaway? Whether your bags are packed, ready to go or still wondering where to travel next as a family, get some tips to add to your bucket list from globe-trotting families in Tokyo....

    • Posted June 10, 2014
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  • Welcome to paradise: Bali

    “Welcome to Paradise,” the sign says as you arrive in Bali. While the long and sticky wait at immigration—which can be avoided if you fly on Garuda and get your entry papers stamped in flight—proved to be...

    • Posted January 31, 2012
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  • 17 days in Hanoi

    The fragrant smell of cilantro, lemon basil and mint. The bright red chilies and purplish hue of the aubergine in the markets.  The taste of fresh prawns sautéed in garlic and fish sauce.  Vietnam is a delight...

    • Posted May 15, 2011
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  • Enter Boracay

    Mission: to look for a a seaside getaway that offers most water sports activities, has a tropical climate, wide choice of food,  short flight hours, where shopping is easy on the pocket, and English is widely spoken. ...

    • Posted August 30, 2010
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  • Into the mangroves

    When vacationing with the family in Southeast Asia, it’s important to remember that the smaller, more secluded locations can often become the most memorable and enjoyable. The resorts are beautiful, the food is delicious, the people are...

    • Posted June 28, 2010
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  • Holm sweet holm

    Here’s a question for you: which city is known as the ‘Venice of the North’? You might be surprised to learn that it’s Stockholm, but that’s the right answer, and it does live up to the title. ...

    • Posted May 27, 2010
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  • Paris for les petits

    I love Paris in the springtime. Clichéd? Perhaps, but there’s no more enjoyable season to be in the City of Light than when the last of the winter chill is banished from the boulevards and the outdoor...

    • Posted March 29, 2010
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  • Mediterranean blues

    Cruising through the Mediterranean today is not unlike experiencing the life of a historic pirate on the high seas; you’ll sail for days at a time before reaching land, explore new destinations in exotic lands, and bring...

    • Posted February 27, 2010
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  • Turkish delights

    Straddling two continents and boasting a long and storied history, Turkey seduces visitors with its beguiling mix of beaches, bazaars, and melt-in-your-mouth baklava. This unassuming nation with an uber-friendly population doesn’t factor in to many family travel...

    • Posted January 30, 2010
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  • Make tracks for Malaysia

    If you watch any English TV station in Tokyo, you’ve probably seen the colorful (and yes, annoyingly catchy) commercials for Malaysia. While the incessant jingle may be a bit much to handle, it turns out that this...

    • Posted December 29, 2009
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  • Mummy knows best

    Pharaoh fever is upon us, thanks to this summer’s ancient Egyptian exhibitions. Follow in the archaeologists’ footsteps to a world of sarcophagi and snorkeling, and let Egypt answer the holiday needs of all mummies (and daddies)! Egypt...

    • Posted August 31, 2009
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  • Going green in Costa Rica

    “Green” is the travel motto of the 21st century, and there’s no better place for a family eco-adventure than the jungles and beaches of Costa Rica. The country’s commitment to preserving the natural environment is matched only...

    • Posted July 26, 2009
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  • A gold mine of activities in San Francisco

    San Francisco, that famed city by the bay, owes much of its development to the gold rush of 1848. The discovery of that precious commodity led to a boom in the tiny California coastal community, and modern-day...

    • Posted June 29, 2009
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