Showing posts with label Asia. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Asia. Show all posts

Monday, 15 December 2014

Vacation in Beijing, China






Beijing, sometimes romanized as Peking, is the capital of the People's Republic of China and one of the most populous cities in the world. Beijing is the political, educational and cultural center of the country and as such it is rich in historical sites and important government and cultural institutions. 




Accommodation


Check out some of Beijing's 5 star Hotels- http://www.agoda.com/city/beijing-cn.html


                                                           Beijing International Hotel







The Peninsula Beijing










Park Plaza Wangfujing Hotel


You also have the option to feel right at home. Check out the link below for house rentals.



Activities in Beijing, China


The Great Wall


"He who has not climbed the Great Wall is not a true man" Mao Zedong. If visiting Beijing it is mandatory to see The Wall. No visitor to Beijing leaves without at least a quick trip to the Great Wall.






The Golden Mask Dynasty show




Check out all of Beijing's unique activities on the link below- http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g294212-Activities-Beijing.html


Beijing, China's cuisine


Bejing Cuisine also known as Jing cuisine and Mandarin cuisine. 



Roasted Peking Duck


Beijing roasted Peking Duck is the epitome of Beijing cuisine and is well known both at home and abroad. The dish is mostly esteemed for the thin, crispy skin, with authentic versions of the dish serving mostly skin and little meat.


Dare to gobble down a Starfish, Scorpion or Grasshopper on a stick? Frog legs and worms are also on the menu at the downtown flee market.  eeeehhhhh... I dare you to try it.







Go to Beijing, China, experience a completely unique culture and just reellaaaaxxx!!!

Sunday, 16 November 2014

Vacation in Singapore



Background

Immaculate, efficient Singapore is a miraculous sight, particularly for travelers familiar with modern Asian metropolises. The city maintains a remarkable balance of green space and skyscrapers, in addition to sustaining substantial ethnic enclaves like Little India and Chinatown.


Accommodation and activities

The Marriot, Singapore

See link below for more accommodations in Singapore.











For Singapore activities see link below.


Wine and dine


Food has a sacred status in Singapore. Your trip here is not completed till you’ve tried the various cuisines and signature dishes. To begin with, there is a wide variety of cuisines for your picking but the main ones are Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan…..

Continue what can be your dining experience on the link below.




Singapore local cuisine


Thursday, 13 November 2014

Vacation at the Taj Mahal, Agra, India



Background

Taj Mahal is regarded as one of the eight wonders of the world, and some Western historians have noted that its architectural beauty has never been surpassed. The Taj is the most beautiful monument built by the Mughals, the Muslim rulers of India. Taj Mahal is built entirely of white marble. Its stunning architectural beauty is beyond adequate description, particularly at dawn and sunset. The Taj seems to glow in the light of the full moon.


Accommodation and activities

 Book your tours and expand your knowledge about the Taj Mahal at the Activity village. See the following  link for more information.

For accommodation in close proximity to this breathtaking world wonder please see link below for various options.



Wine and dine

Indulge in India’s unique blend of spices, herbs, vegetables and fruits at restaurants found in the link below.


Vacation in Dubai, United Arab



Background

Glamorous Dubai is the United Arab Emirates' vacation oasis. This city of high-rises and shopping malls has transformed itself from a desert outpost to a destination du-jour, where people visit for sales bargains, sunshine and family time.



Accommodation and activities

For some of Dubai’s best accommodations see link given below.
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g295424-Dubai_Emirate_of_Dubai-Hotels.html
Dubai is famous for sightseeing attractions such as the Burj Khalifa (the world's tallest building) and shopping malls that come complete with mammoth aquariums and indoor ski slopes. But this city has many cultural highlights as well as all the glamorous modern add-ons. Take a wander around the Bastakia district and you'll discover the Dubai of old, then cruise along Dubai Creek in a traditional dhow and you'll soon realize there's more to this city than its flashy veneer.










Wine and dine

Emirati cuisine is a blend of many Middle Eastern and Asian cuisines. Due to harsh desert conditions, the traditional food of the United Arab Emirates uses a lot of meat, grain, and dairy. See link below for the best restaurants.