Nov 6, 2011

My trip spanned across Istanbul, Bursa, Ankara, Cappadocia, Konya, Antalya, Pamukkale, Kasdasi, and Canakkale before returning to Istanbul. I traveled through great attractions and history: Ephesus, Perge, Pergamon, and Troy, to name just a few. I met many people – some of whom expertly attempted to sell me a rug. I took 1200 photos and came to believe

Oct 20, 2011

With increasing demand for river cruise experiences, Travel Indochina introduced a brand new boutique-style river cruise liner, The Jahan, to its product offerings. The Jahan is the smallest and most luxurious cruise boat to wind through the majestic Mekong Delta between Vietnam and Cambodia. From the bustling city of Saigon to Siem Reap, gateway to the

Oct 14, 2011

(CHICAGO, IL, October 12, 2011) – In celebration of the captivating music, dance and poetry of the Sufi culture, Greaves Tours LLC (www.greavesindia.com) is presenting the Nagaur Sufi Music Festival itinerary to India. This six-day group tour is limited to 20 people and will take place February 15 – 20, 2012.  The Nagaur Sufi Music Festival tour is priced

Oct 13, 2011

By far one of my favorite meals in Taiwan was an unexpected stop at a breakfast stand on Kaishan Road in Tainan. Yung Chi is a popular spot with the locals. For very little money you can get a very hearty, authentic Taiwanese breakfast. Here’s what I had: Yo Tiao (a savory churro type bread), pork rice (with pork liver, not my favorite), duck eggs – I

Oct 9, 2011

I awoke in my room at the Fleur de Chine after the best night’s sleep I’ve enjoyed in a long, long time. Was it the hour-long soak in my room’s mineral bath, the mind-blowing dinner in the Rainbow Cloud teppanyaki restaurant, or the low-key, yet luxurious, room overlooking Sun Moon Lake? Probably all three. I dressed again in the yukata (a kimono-like robe

Oct 6, 2011

The first thing I noticed walking into the original Din Tai Fung was the kitchen to the right, with table after table of kitchen help preparing tray upon tray of xiaolongbao—literally a ‘small steamer dumpling’.   The heat and humidity in the kitchen matched the weather outside and I wasn’t sure this was such a great idea. But after walking up to

Sep 29, 2011

After eight days in Taiwan I realize I’ve only heard one car horn. And I’ve been in cities – Taipei, Tainan, Taichung – with cars and scooters galore. Not to mention pedestrians. A Taiwanese woman told me that the Taiwanese are a very orderly people. Maybe that’s the explanation for the unexpected quiet of the city streets. It’s a contrast to the

Sep 28, 2011

Bursa, Turkey, was a surprise. I found plenty to do, including a bustling bazaar, impressive history and a charming, safe city about hour and a half outside of Istanbul. For those who visit Bursa — especially if one is on a tour — The Green Mosque (or in Turkish known as Yeşil Cami) and the Green Tomb is a must-stop destination. Sadly, I

Sep 26, 2011

(Jenkintown, Pa., September 21, 2011) - Southeast Asia’s dazzling rainforests, dynamic cities, and exotic culture has made it an alluring destination for travelers from around the globe. Due to distance and cost, this type of Asian vacation has typically been out of reach for most Western travelers. But, Friendly Planet Travel’s all-new

Sep 25, 2011

(New York, NY, September 22, 2011) – Japan’s capital city never stops in fall and winter.  Tokyo, where old and new cohabits, evolves with more innovative, cultural and creative facilities. Be Magical at the Tokyo DisneySea: The Tokyo DisneySea ® Park, a part of the Tokyo Disney Resort just outside of Tokyo, celebrates the 10th anniversary of its

Sep 25, 2011

In the heart of the Red River delta region lies Ninh Binh, in many respects a typical Northern Vietnamese town. Few tourists, busy local markets, an extremely young population and one chaotic central highway. National Route 1A at 2,300km long dissects every one of Vietnam’s major cities and runs in parallel to the famous train line, which unites this once

Sep 23, 2011

It is my second day of a 15-day trip in Turkey with FLO-USA, a tour operator. As I have several writers already go on the FLO USA’s trip for ITKT over the years, I have to admit, I was pretty excited about making the journey. After spending the day visiting the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque and the Basilica Cistern, my feet are sore but

Sep 21, 2011

(Miami, September 14, 2011) – Oceania Cruises’ Winter Collection, featuring voyages from September 2012 through May 2013, goes on sale today. The exotic cruise schedule includes 21 all-new Grand Voyages ranging from 23 to 71 days, as well as Caribbean and Panama Canal cruises onboard the line’s new 1,250-guest Riviera. With advance booking savings,

Sep 8, 2011

(SINGAPORE – September 7, 2011) – Changi Airport, one of Asia’s best airports in the world, embraces new technologies and provides most up-to-date and accessible platforms for connectivity, usage and exceptional customer service. Among the offerings and services are complimentary internet terminals, free airport-wide Wi-Fi, mobile charging stations,

Aug 22, 2011

Story originally published on TTG Asia.  Yangon International Airport is undergoing an expansion that will boost its annual handling capacity by 40 per cent.   A Department of Civil Aviation official said the project would increase the airport’s handling capacity from 2.7 million passengers a year, to 3.8 million by end-2012 or early-2013.   The