Brimming with cultural attractions and historical significance, China has quickly become one of the world’s most enticing getaways. Few cities offer both ancient Wonders of the World and luxury spas, within walking distance and accessible in the same day. With a unusual blend of past and present, Beijing is the gateway to uncovering the many […]
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The Rainbow Bridge in Tokyo, Japan, crosses Tokyo Bay and connects the city to Odaiba, a waterfront development and entertainment area. The bridge is officially names the Shuto Expressway No. 11 Daiba Route – Port of Tokyo Connector Bridge, it was given the name Rainbow Bridge by the public as a result of the colored lights
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From Michelin stars to hearty country, my visit to the Kanagawa, Yamanashi and Shizuoka prefectures of Japan was a whirlwind of culinary experiences. From unusual dishes to peaches from a local farmer’s stand, come along on this foray into the art and flavors of food in Japan, Instagram style. Breakfast If you believe that breakfast
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Step aside ladies, the best kept secret to looking and feeling ten years younger is about to be leaked to the other side. Gone are the days where a spa is just a place for men to collect their girlfriends or read a newspaper. Today, men want to look good and feel great just as
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In the spirit of the Maharajas, Geringer Global Travel is introducing an exclusive 15-day tour of Rajasthan, guided by Durga Singh Ji, a Rajasthani native and hotel proprietor who is from India’s royal Mandawa family. This once-in-a-lifetime trip offers a small party of travelers (maximum group of twelve) an intimate look into India’s complex dynastic
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The Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, are the tallest twin buildings in the world. The towers were officially opened in August 1999, and their 88 floors dominate the city’s skyline. Tower One is occupied by Petronas, a gas and oil company, and its subsidiaries, and Tower Two houses a variety of companies, including Seattle
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Chocolate has lots of variations and room for exploration. Just look at this collaboration between the Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong and master Swiss chocolatier LINDT. They’ve created – again – a new six-course interactive chocolate dining experience at the world’s highest Chef’s Table. This perfect meal for chocolate lovers is offered from November 18th, 2013 through
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Smattered like droplets on Japan’s southernmost point are the Yaeyama Islands. Circling the central most island of Ishigaki, several of these tropical islands offer some of the best diving in the world, not to mention a splendid array of flora and fauna to rival anywhere else in southeast Asia. The Iriomote Yamaneko (translation: Iriomote Mountain
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In a city as large and diverse as Tokyo, I knew I’d be overwhelmed without a city tour to help me get my bearings. I needed to get to know the layout of the city and I needed more than the maps could provide me. I had a long list of sights to see in
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When the opportunity came up to take the Boeing 787 Dreamliner out for a spin, plane-geek that I am jumped at the chance. After all, living here in Seattle, home of Boeing, I’ve avidly followed all the news about the development and building of the Dreamliner – as well as all the tales of productions
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