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The world’s best luxury tour operators
Thinking about leaving the humdrum of everyday life behind and embarking on that dream trip? Well look no further. AsianCorrespondent.com has selected 10 of the best luxury tour operators in the world...
View ArticleThe best street eats in Southeast Asia
The smorgasbord of flavours and pleasures that greets any traveller visiting Southeast Asian is one of the biggest draws to this dynamic region. Whether it’s supping noodles from a Bangkok market...
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Destination: Luang Prabang, Laos
DECLARED a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995, the city of Luang Prabang is situated on a peninsula formed by the confluence of the Mekong and Khan Rivers within the eponymous Lao province. The...
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Destination: Vientiane, Laos
SITUATED on the banks of the mighty Mekong River, sleepy Vientiane is one of the world’s smallest capital cities. To say Vientiane is relaxed is something of an understatement. This is a city that...
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Paradise lost: 5 dangerous places for Australians abroad
THE once sleepy town of Vang Vieng in Laos has garnered much media attention in recent days, particularly since the death of two young Australians tubing on the river. But it’s not the only place that...
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Riverboat travel in Laos
THE mighty Mekong River runs through the People’s Democratic Republic of Laos and has a profound influence on both life and travel in this tiny southeast Asian country. Boating on the Mekong. Pic:...
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Asia’s top cycling destinations
IF you’ve always wanted to put your pedal yourself across Asia’s beautiful rice terraces, over its mountains and into its stunning valleys here’s a list of locations to consider for an adventure with a...
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In pictures: Vientiane, Laos
AS a travel destination, Vientiane isn’t the most exciting place to visit, at least on the surface. When arriving from one of Southeast Asia’s more beloved cities Laos’ capital might appear to be a...
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The doomsayer’s travel guide
THE world as we know it could end on December 21, just a few days away. So if there are things you want to get done before the end of the world, here’s your last chance to write a travel bucket list....
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5 places to see endangered species in Asia
MAY 18th was Endangered Species Day. Did you miss it? So did I. In my defense, I was traveling all day and creating greenhouse gas emissions. For this I apologize to all the endangered species...
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In pictures: Watery sojourns on the Mekong
MEASURING a vast 4350km the Mekong River, the 12th largest in the world, runs like a vein through Asia, bringing life and industry to China, Burma, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam and all the...
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In pictures: The mountains of Asia
FROM the snow peaks of the Himalayas in India and Nepal to the high country of Sri Lanka’s tea growing districts and Indonesia’s verdant volcanoes, the mountain ranges of Asia offer a variety of...
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Great natural spots for swimming in Asia
TRIPADVISOR released a list of natural pools of note in the world last week, and no surprise, several Asia-Pacific spots were on it. This part of the world is known for its beautiful landscapes and...
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5 must-visit places in Laos
LAOS is something of a mystery to most travelers before they arrive there; a sleepy country nestled amongst more notorious neighbors like Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia. But Laos is widely praised by...
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5 of the best waterfalls in Asia
WATERFALLS make up some of the most amazing sights on the planet, and that is especially true in Asia. A region of incredible natural beauty, there are a wide range of falls you’ll find on this...
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Fantastic destinations to consider in 2014
EVEN if you’ve been almost everywhere in Asia, there is always more to see and hidden gems to discover. From China to India, Australia and New Zealand, this list could take you to a riverside town, a...
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Top travel moments of 2013
FROM the anniversary of the Everest climb to airways that charge per weight, the release of films that put tourism on the map and lots of travel awards, 2013 has brought a range of tourism experiences...
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On the road: The best two-wheel adventures in Asia
FOR a chance to really get off the beaten track, feel the wind in your hair and explore some of Asia’s most beautiful regions, a motorbike is really the vehicle of choice. With options to buy or rent...
View ArticleLaos to get Disney-esque theme park
COPYCAT brands of popular Western brands are nothing new in Asia. From “Sunbucks Coffee” to “Dolce & Banana”, tourists can play a game of “Spot the Knock-off Brand” to pass the time when exploring...
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In pictures: Vientiane, Laos
AS a travel destination, Vientiane isn’t the most exciting place to visit, at least on the surface. When arriving from one of Southeast Asia’s more beloved cities Laos’ capital might appear to be a...
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