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ASIA PACIFIC

  • Bangkok

    The original "City of Angels", Bangkok is often held up as the quintessential Asian capital – part urban sprawl, part exotic milieu of ancient temples and colonial villas. With a surge in economic growth, Bangkok is also home to a dirth of luxury brands, from some of the top rated hotels in the world, glitzy shopping malls, fine dining and ultra-hip bars and clubs. Often seen as just a stopping point on the way to the pretty resorts to the north and south of the country, Bangkok offers a rich and endlessly varied experience in itself, both for the tourist and the longer term visitor.

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  • Beijing

    No longer is Beijing the grey city it once was. Hutongs and courtyards remain and the sound of the Peking opera still lingers, but at an astonishingly rapid speed the capital city has undergone an incredible transformation. With the 2008 Olympics still fresh in our memory, Beijing’s bewildering reshaping is happening literally at every corner – all under the microscope of international onlookers. The pull of modernity and centuries of dynastic tradition have made this city a cosmopolitan, exuberant and exhilarating destination - Beijing is a city that is on the go.

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  • Hong Kong

    Hong Kong has long been known as “The Pearl of the Orient” but, in recent years, it has developed a reputation as Asia’s “World City ”. Its booming economy attracts big spenders who demand the best in dining, partying and – of course – retail. But it’s not all modern glitz and glamour. Much of the city’s charm lies in the juxtaposition of glass and steel skyscrapers next to old colonial buildings and ancient temples. Hong Kong also boasts a strong spiritual connection – you’ll find the world’s largest outdoor seated Buddha standing guard on the mountains of Lantau and Taoist deities at Wong Tai Sin Temple.

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  • Hong Kong

    Hong Kong has long been known as “The Pearl of the Orient” but, in recent years, it has developed a reputation as Asia’s “World City ”. Its booming economy attracts big spenders who demand the best in dining, partying and – of course – retail. But it’s not all modern glitz and glamour. Much of the city’s charm lies in the juxtaposition of glass and steel skyscrapers next to old colonial buildings and ancient temples. Hong Kong also boasts a strong spiritual connection – you’ll find the world’s largest outdoor seated Buddha standing guard on the mountains of Lantau and Taoist deities at Wong Tai Sin Temple.

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  • Koh Samui

    Samui - arguably the most famous island in Thailand - has so much to offer to either first time visitors or one who has stayed for months or even years thanks to a combination of the beauty of an unspoiled beach, luxury hotels, world class spas, fresh seafood and an entertaining night life.

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  • Phuket

    “The Pearl of The Andaman Sea”, Phuket regales many a visitor time and time again who are attracted to the island for its beaches, serene waters and bohemian parties.

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  • Seoul

    Korea is a beautiful country with a history of over 5,000 years, boasting no less than seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Even with this rich history, Korea is a progressive and modern country and Seoul is a city that never stops. Late night traditional markets, early morning cinemas and 24-hour public baths are all available before and after you’ve visited the galleries and toured the palaces.

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  • Shanghai

    Once the ocean gateway to the Middle Kingdom for foreign travellers, Shanghai's bustling port grew throughout the 19th Century due to the expanding opium trade. An ignominious start surprisingly led to a tremendous outcome resulting in the treasure that is modern Shanghai. The heady mixture of money and mingling cultures playing far from home gave rise to a city that became the byword for opulence, sophistication and decadence.  And as China reopens to the world at the turn of the new century the reputation hasn't changed a jot despite intervening years of Communist austerity. Today European splendour intermingles with modern skyscrapers in China's largest city, while foreign merchants push luxury brands rather than narcotics. Known as “The Paris of the East” and “The Whore of the Orient” - Shanghai isn't a gal who will be easily overlooked.

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  • Singapore

    Singapore is a dynamic and multifaceted Asian city. Though steeped in colonial history and the rich traditions of its myriad immigrants, it is also a burgeoning modern city. Reflected in the mirrored skyscrapers are mosques and temples, Starbucks and silk markets. Incarnations of past and present sit side by side in an unusual East meets West harmony.

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  • Sydney

    Sunny Sydney is Australia’s first city no matter what Canberra has to say about it. If it’s the legendary skyline and sun-kissed beaches that attract the visitors, it’s the innovative cuisine, happening nightlife and outdoor lifestyle that make them long to stay.

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  • Tokyo

    Having taken Kyoto's spot as the nation’s capital, Tokyo is now the most populated metropolitan area in the world. On the one hand Tokyo is an imperial capital and historical hub, nurturing the traditional arts of the Japanese culture. On the other, it is a modern cosmopolitan city replete with some of the most bizarre trends and creative subcultures on the planet. Esoteric, frustrating, bizarre, and endlessly fascinating, Tokyo is the mysterious Oriental beauty filled with curiousities that often escape the foreign traveller.

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