March 28th, 2009 The first electric model of scooters will be available in to Singaporeans in April. While they are not legal for use on the highways and expressways, they will make traveling around the city streets easier and much more cost efficient. The top speed is just about 60 miles an hour, and as they have no [...]
March 25th, 2009 In spite of the state of the global economy, tourists are finding their way to Dubai which is one of the seven United Arab Emirates. While it is a major Middle Eastern metropolis, Dubai also has wonderful beaches, exciting desert excursions, and traditional markets as well as numerous historic landmarks. Visitors may prefer to stay [...]
March 20th, 2009 Not many companies, much less large cities, can say that their position during these economic times is one of strength. But that is just how is was stated by the executive chief of the Singapore Tourism Board, Aw Kah Peng, this past February at a convention aimed at protecting the tourist driving sector of the [...]
March 16th, 2009 What does it feel like when you are approached by strangers? For any reason, for directions or for the time of day, or night. Well, how would that change should you become known for putting your heart and soul and everything out there. Yeah, those not involved in the public arts or entertainment scene seem [...]
March 14th, 2009 Karnataka is the proud home of Bannerghatta National Park. Located just south of Bangalore (official name: Bengaluru), the park was established in 1974 and is one of the richest zoological reserves in India. It stretches for 25,000 acres or over 100 square kilometers. Much of the park is dense forest or scrub land and houses [...]
March 7th, 2009 Kerala is a union state of India located on the Arabian Sea. Famous for its beaches, food, and culture, this region of India calls itself “God’s own Country” — a reference to the gorgeous and varied landscape. From sparkling waters and sandy beaches to tropical forests, from coastal plains to the Western Ghats mountain range, [...]
March 3rd, 2009 Three quiet and quaint towns lie along the coast and on the outskirts of island of Ibiza, Spain. Long known as a favorite destination for tourists throughout Europe, travelers come to the island for the peace and tranquility and beautiful weather, and notably for the parties. Ibiza has quite rightfully gained its reputation of party [...]
March 1st, 2009 First-time visitors to Kuala Lumpur will find that the locals affectionately refer to their city as “KL.” The charm of Malaysia‘s capital city is difficult to describe. There is a near-perfect blending of Malay tradition, modern city life, and the mixture of cultures and languages that one can only find in a multi-cultural global city. [...]