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All posts tagged "Travel"

  • The magical autumn colours of the Japanese Alps offer respite during pandemic.

    As the most eye-catching red and purple pigments of the deciduous forests cloak the Japanese Alps and its surrounding, this is the season to do all those outdoor activities that hot summer months and stay-home requests prevented...

    • Posted November 7, 2021
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  • Toy Story Hotel set to open in Spring 2022 at Tokyo Disney Resort

    Artist rendering of the Toy Story Hotel at Tokyo Disney Sea set to open on April 5, 2022. Disney Pixar film, the Toy Story, is the chosen theme of the soon-to-rise accommodation at Tokyo Disney Resort complex....

    • Posted October 29, 2021
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  • Japan opens a glamping hotel in Okayama

    Sometimes, all you need to relax are wide-open spaces. A 3-hour bullet train ride from Tokyo to Okayama offers just that. Sure, a trip to a beach works for the family – but why not throw some...

    • Posted July 28, 2021
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  • Parents ask 3 airline companies to seat children next to parents without extra fees.

    Some airlines no longer allow economy passengers to choose their seats in advance. As a result, parents are required to pay extra if they want to be seated together with their children. Consumer Reports, an American nonprofit...

    • Posted March 4, 2020
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  • Japan Airlines seat map now tells passengers where baby seats are located.

    Japan Airlines has solved one of the problems facing passengers today when they book a flight. Through the newly introduced baby seat map which tells passengers exactly where baby seats are located, you can choose not to...

    • Posted September 26, 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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  • A stress-free guided tour of Mount Fuji and Hakone in a day.

      I’m not one for bus tours or so I thought; school trips, silver seniors and memories of the Dominican Republic where Felix our tour guide took us to his cousins’ rum store filled with ‘authentic’ souvenirs...

    • Posted February 5, 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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  • Guam, the nearest beach destination from Tokyo

    Home to a friendly mix of lavish resort hotels, long sandy beaches, stunning inland waterfalls and the world’s biggest Kmart, it’s a GI Joe’s and Jane’s playground. Blessed with a rich cultural legacy and spectacular natural beauty,...

    • Posted January 12, 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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  • 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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  • 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, poised...

    • Posted October 1, 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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  • Chinese delight

    As travel prices fall out of the sky, take your young emperors and empresses to the new Shanghai and let them feel the energy and savor the style of this mega-city. Over the last two decades...

    • Posted April 29, 2009
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  • Hong Kong Fooey

    Steaming dim sum, dazzling harbour views and peaceful island retreats. Hong Kong is the perfect city break. It’s been over a decade since Hong Kong was handed back to China, the confusion has passed and the “one...

    • Posted March 30, 2009
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  • Out and about in the city of angels

    So, you’ve landed at LAX after your pleasantly relaxing AA flight. Then what? Well, let TF help out by suggesting just a few new, interesting and fun things to do for the whole family, such as:Visit the...

    • Posted December 25, 2008
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