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		<title>Southeast Asia For Less</title>
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The second title in the new Rough Guide budget series for backpackers, gap year travellers and those who just want more for their money, is full of information on unmissable attractions in Laos, The Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei and Hong Kong and
Macau.
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The second title in the new Rough Guide budget series for backpackers, gap year travellers and those who just want more for their money, is full of information on unmissable attractions in Laos, The Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei and Hong Kong and</p>
<p>Macau.</p>
<p>Written by seasoned Rough Guide authors along with the fresh voice and enthusiastic tone of 12 new young graduates – The Rough Guide to Southeast Asia on a Budget will help you explore the wonders of the region through the eyes of like-minded travellers. The guide includes ‘Treat Yourself’ boxes that highlight great places worth splashing out on, alongside the usual budget slant on nightlife, shopping, markets and outdoor sports activities.</p>
<p>Spend the day exploring thousand-year-old Hindu ruins and the night at a rave on the beach; attend a Buddhist alms-giving ceremony at dawn and go white-water rafting in the afternoon; chill out in a bamboo beach hut one week and hike through the jungle looking for orange-utans the next, The Rough Guide to Southeast Asia on a Budget covers all this and much more.</p>
<p>“Jam-packed with essential information for the budget-conscious traveller”<br />
The Daily Express, on the Rough Guide to Europe on a Budget</p>
<p>Things not to miss&#8230;</p>
<p>Borobudur, Indonesia: Take a day-trip to see the biggest Buddhist stupa in the world, covered in delicately sculpted reliefs.</p>
<p><a title="Beachbooker beach hotels and condos" href="http://www.beachbooker.com"><img class="alignleft" title="BeachBooker Beach Villas" src="http://www.jetsettersblog.com/photos/ads/shacks2.jpg" alt="BeachBooker Beach Villas" align="right" /></a>Ha Long Bay, Vietnam: A famously dramatic landscape of weird rock formation, hidden bays and gloomy caves.</p>
<p>Banaue Rice Terrace, The Philippines: The stairway to heaven; for the best view, trek through them to Batad.</p>
<p>Sea-kayaking in the Krabi Region, Thailand: Discover your own lovely bays and mysterious lagoons.</p>
<p>City Skyline, Hong Kong: One of the most eye-popping urban vistas on earth.</p>
<p>Climbing Mount Kinabalu, Malaysia: Southeast Asia’s highest peak, a challenging but straightforward two-day hike.</p>
<p>Partying on Ko Phangan, Thailand: Home of the classic backpacker full moon parties.</p>
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		<title>Travel Indochina Small Group Journeys Brochure</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:12:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Travel Indochina produced a new Small Group Journeys brochure for 2009-2010 with a new look brochure that features not only Japan for the first time, but also a range of exciting new itineraries across our established destinations that are bound to inspire. Itineraries have been upgraded to include some of the region’s latest changes.
New design [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/gear/swimwear/swimwear.html"><img class="alignleft" src="http://www.jetsettersblog.com/photos/beach/swimsuits.jpg" alt="" /></a>Travel Indochina produced a new Small Group Journeys brochure for 2009-2010 with a new look brochure that features not only Japan for the first time, but also a range of exciting new itineraries across our established destinations that are bound to inspire. Itineraries have been upgraded to include some of the region’s latest changes.</p>
<p>New design features have been added to make the brochure easier to use than before. Several new itineraries are offered, including a new Family Journey: the 12-day River Journey and the Lost City; the new Highlights of Indochina, an excellent way of exploring the very best of Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos for 14 days; the 15-day Cycling Vietnam and Cambodia, a more adventurous experience that will take you from Angkor to southern Vietnam; the 18-day Yangtze and Yunnan, a great combination of China’s key cities and landmarks (including a four-day Yangtze cruise) and Yunnan province; the 21-day Land of the Rising Sun, an in-depth exploration of Japan; and in India, our 11-day Kolkata and Himalayan Kingdom traverses mountain views, the Buddhist traditions of the eastern Himalayas and Kolkata’s vibrant history.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/gear/beach/beachgear.html"><img title="Click Here for Your BEACH GEAR" src="http://www.jetsettersblog.com/photos/ads/beach1.jpg" alt="Click Here for Your BEACH GEAR" align="right" /></a>Travel Indochina’s story began 15 years ago in Indochina. This new brochure showcases the company’s on-the-ground knowledge and innovation. New for 2009, the 13-day Indochina Footprints offers travelers the chance to put something back into the destinations they travel through. Recognition for these efforts has recently come in the form of a nomination by the prestigious <a href="http://www.responsibletravel.com.">responsibletravel.com.</a></p>
<p> For more information, call 866-459-6152 or visit <a href="http://www.travelindochina.com">www.travelindochina.com</a></p>
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		<title>Intrepid Travel Trip Competition for Asia Travel</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:58:43 +0000</pubDate>
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 Win a trip to discover the culture and beauty of Asia
Intrepid Travel is offering travelers the chance to enjoy an early Christmas present with their Real Life Experiences competition. This competition allows travelers to win one trip every day for 30 days during. Participants choose the adventure tour they want to be a part of.
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<p>Intrepid Travel is offering travelers the chance to enjoy an early Christmas present with their Real Life Experiences competition. This competition allows travelers to win one trip every day for 30 days during. Participants choose the adventure tour they want to be a part of.</p>
<p>Intrepid begins this giveaway with some incredible trips to Asia. Travelers can imagine themselves spending the night in a Ger (a traditional Mongolian dwelling) in Russia, waking up on the mighty Ganges River in India, giving alms to monks in Laos, or even walking along the Great Wall of China. Asia&#8217;s diverse culture, food, history, and sights, are fertile ground for finding a unique real life experience.</p>
<p>One of these incredible tours explores the beauty of Thailand. Northern Thailand is a treasure trove filled with glittering temples, ancient ruins, exotic markets and sumptuous foods. Travelers will explore the capital of Siam&#8217;s golden age at Sukhothai, ride an elephant through the rainforest of Lampang, and browse the bustling markets of Chiang Mai. On this Thailand adventure tour they will stay at a special homestay with local friends and enjoy a traditional khan toke dinner in Thailand&#8217;s northern kingdom. For more information on this Thailand adventure tour, visit: <a href="http://www.intrepidtravel.com/trips/TSK/USPR">http://www.intrepidtravel.com/trips/TSK/USPR</a></p>
<p>Travelers also have an opportunity to win a travel experience in China on Intrepid Travel&#8217;s Iconic China tour. Travelers will take in China&#8217;s iconic sights and highlights on this in-depth adventure.</p>
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<img class="alignright" src="http://www.lduhtrp.net/5n101ax0pvtEGKFFGFOEGFJNKJIN" border="0" alt="Shop with your points and miles at Points.com " /></a> From Hong Kong to Beijing, passengers will discover ancient relics, natural wonders, vibrant cities and a culture and history dating back thousands of years. Whether they&#8217;re standing atop the Great Wall, checking out the Terracotta Warriors in Xi&#8217;an, cycling past paddy fields or roaming the markets of Shanghai, they&#8217;ll be creating memories of China to last a lifetime. For more information on China travel, visit: <a href="http://www.intrepidtravel.com/trips/CSA/USPR">http://www.intrepidtravel.com/trips/CSA/USPR</a></p>
<p>Ten winners have already been selected, however, there is still time for twenty more to get their Asia trip on the road. Which experience will travelers choose? For more information visit the competition page at <a href="http://www.RealLifeExperiences.com/USPR">www.RealLifeExperiences.com/USPR</a></p>
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<p>With over 19 years of experience, Intrepid Travel is one of the world&#8217;s leading small group adventure tour operators. Intrepid offers over 450 itineraries in more than 90 destinations worldwide. Intrepid trips are designed to go off the beaten track, meet the locals and travel in an unconventional way, joining locals on their transport, in their markets and even in their homes.</p>
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		<title>Asia&#8217;s Top 10 Resorts for Wellness Holidays</title>
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 Agoda released top 10 health resorts in Asia which integrate traditional Asian medicinal practices with western philosophies, to produce a wide array of slimming, detoxification, and revitalizing therapies to enhance health, vitality, and physical beauty.
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<img class="alignleft" src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/mk121vvzntrCEIDDEDMCEDIHHEHE" border="0" alt="Spa Days – Get Ready for Summer" /></a> Agoda released top 10 health resorts in Asia which integrate traditional Asian medicinal practices with western philosophies, to produce a wide array of slimming, detoxification, and revitalizing therapies to enhance health, vitality, and physical beauty.</p>
<p>BANGKOK, THAILAND - It&#8217;s time to refresh, re-energize and re-evaluate your lifestyle by getting away from tension filled days and spending the holidays rejuvenating both the mind and body. As traditional Asian treatments become the preferred choice for tourists, Agoda.com, an Asian online hotel reservations service, offers a myriad of enjoyable ways to spend wellness vacations with 10 world renowned holistic health resorts in Asia.</p>
<p>When people start the journey back to healthy living it begins by being proactive and determined, discovering new ways to create a healthier and less stressful lifestyle. Wellness Travel is all about finding balance in one&#8217;s life; achieving, and maintaining maximum health and a sense of well-being. Over the past decade, Asia has become an increasingly popular destination to fulfill these purposes, with plenty of health resorts that showcase traditional Asian healing arts, spa treatments, healthy eating as well as both physical and educational programs for healthy living habits.</p>
<p>Michael Kenny, CEO of Agoda.com commented, &#8220;Tourists are learning more about the benefits of traditional Asian treatments and their worldwide reputation. Thailand is famous for its traditional massage that incorporates meditation treatments, while India is well known as the Yoga and Ayurveda birthplace. China is unique for its acupuncture and traditional body exercises, such as Tai chi and Jigong, and Japan has the Onsen hot springs with mineral properties that provide natural restorative qualities. Tourists are now able to determine the most suitable path for their return to healthy living.&#8221;</p>
<p><a href="http://reservations.jetstreams.com/nexres/search/power_search.cgi?&amp;src=10001079" target="_self"><img class="alignright" style="float: right; margin: 15px 5px;" src="http://www.jetsettersblog.com/ads/hoteldeals.jpg" alt="" width="223" height="600" /></a>Agoda.com, an expert in Asian hotels, has surveyed the top 10 health resorts that provide holistic treatments. These resorts integrate traditional Asian medicinal practices with western philosophies, to produce a wide array of slimming, detoxification, and revitalizing therapies to enhance health, vitality, and physical beauty.</p>
<p>Agoda&#8217;s Top 10 health resorts are</p>
<p>Absolute Sanctuary, Samui, Thailand</p>
<p>Thailand&#8217;s premier Detox &amp; Yoga Resort, located on the beautiful island of Koh Samui, blends luxurious accommodations with a wide range of vibrant detoxification programs, yoga classes, spa treatment menus, healthy and organic food, and other dynamic therapies. Absolute Sanctuary caters to those seeking a journey back to balance, rejuvenation, and wellness. This oasis of relaxation helps guests re-fuel with good energy, nutritious cuisine, and healing therapies.</p>
<p>Ananda In The Himalayas Hotel Rishikesh, India</p>
<p>Ananda in the Himalayas offers special workshops and private sessions with various visiting Masters of Well-being. These teachers, therapists, healers, Ayurvedic doctors, and guides visit from around the world to share their talents and gifts with those who choose to explore and understand the deeper realms of holistic well-being for the body, mind, and spirit. With a unique focus on the traditional Indian sciences of Yoga and Ayurveda, Ananda Spa creates a skillful synthesis between age-old therapies and modern spa technology.</p>
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<p>The Health and well-being program is totally focused on the individual guest as they learn to be fit, eat healthier, and reduce stress. For those interested in food planning or weight management, healthy cooking classes are also available. At certain scheduled times throughout the year guests can also choose from private consultations and workshops addressing lifestyle changes, with visiting international specialists who reside at the resort. Bagus Jati is more than pleased to welcome non-hotel guests to join the health and well-being programs.</p>
<p>Baan Thai Wellness Retreat, Bangkok, Thailand</p>
<p>The Baan Thai Wellness Retreat offers an extensive range of anti-aging, therapeutic, and detoxifying treatments, in addition to pampering beauty therapies delivered in the comfort and privacy of spa therapy rooms and suites. These include a range of authentic Thai treatments, Ayurvedic, Asian and Tibetan therapies. A team of holistic health practitioners provides professional consultation in Diagnostic Reflexology, Homeopathic Consultations, Acupuncture, Chi Nei Tsang, Rebirthing Sessions, and Deep Tissue Massage, while total detoxification programs are supervised by the retreat&#8217;s resident medical professionals.</p>
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<p>Chiva Som Health and Wellness center provides complimentary treatments ranging from Medical Holistic therapies to Spa, Medi-Spa, Physiotherapy and Fitness programs. Treatments are customized for individuals to improve lifestyles through the integration of naturopathic and conventional medicines. &#8216;Ultimate Detox Retreats&#8217; are recommended for those who wish to experience deeper detoxification in five-star Thai surroundings.</p>
<p>Como Shambhala Estate at Begawan Giri Hotel Bali, Indonesia</p>
<p>Como Shambhala Estate in Bali is a residential health retreat that offers different treatments to improve body, mind, and spirit. The Estate offers various Wellness Programs incorporating different lengths of stay with therapies aimed towards a specific purpose. They include the Bespoke Health Program that targets a particular concern, the Ayurvedic Program which uses ancient healing techniques for body and mind, and a Cleansing Program to cleanse the body of toxins accumulated through a bad diet and polluted environments. The Get Fit Program and Rejuvenation Program combine the beneficial effects of beauty and spa treatments with healthy eating and positive thinking to help recapture youth, while the Stress Management Program is designed to make positive lifestyle changes to combat the pressures of the busy modern world.</p>
<p>Hanafubuki, Shizuoka, Japan</p>
<p><a title="Click for the Top 100 travel products you can't live without" href="http://jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/gear/top100/travel/travel.html"><img class="alignleft" src="http://www.jetsettersblog.com/photos/ads/top11.jpg" alt="" align="right" /></a>Experience the Japanese art of healing with six Hot Springs, known as Onsen, located in the forest. By appreciating the nature of Japan and the hot spring&#8217;s water, guests are relaxed and healed mentally and physically by the natural healing powers. Long-term use of Onsen has natural effects that cure neuralgia, poor blood circulation, and many gynecological diseases.</p>
<p>Jirung Health Village, Chiang Mai, Thailand</p>
<p><a title="Dead Sea Muds" href="http://www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/gear/suntan/deadsea.html" target="_self"><img class="alignleft" style="float: left;" title="Dead Sea Muds and Salts" src="http://www.jetsettersblog.com/photos/ads/deadmuds.jpg" alt="Dead Sea Muds and Salts" align="right" /></a> Guests are provided with health care based on Oriental wisdom that balances mental attitudes in order to achieve happiness, fulfillment, and protection from illness. Treatments include nutrition and wellness programs as well as activities designed to rejuvenate and restore healthful bodily functions. These treatments are simple practices that can be applied to clients&#8217; daily activities back home in order to continue the benefits, and maintain balance in everyday work and social environments. Additionally, &#8220;Personal Coaching&#8221; is provided to create effective programs and methods suited to each person&#8217;s individual needs.</p>
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Kamalaya, Samui, Thailand</p>
<p>Recently voted the &#8220;Best Wellness Retreat&#8221; by the Spa Asia Crystal Awards, this resort is surrounded by lush green forests, streams, and boulders while overlooking an exquisite private cove. It is renowned as one of the world&#8217;s most beautiful detox destinations. Stay in earthy yet well-appointed villas with Naturopaths, Traditional Chinese Medical and Allopathic doctors at your disposal. Their seven-day Essential Detox Retreat includes seven nights accommodation, transfers, all organic meals and juices, nutritional supplements, herbs and homeopathic remedies, one BIA analysis, six Infrared Saunas, seven spa treatments, cooking classes, educational discussions, cleansing and holistic activities.</p>
<p>Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai, Thailand</p>
<p>The Dheva Spa offers a range of renewing spa programs and packages designed to indulge those looking for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Guests will be pampered and emerge totally relaxed and rejuvenated. The Dheva Spa offers treatments adapted from traditional oriental practices, which can be experienced in half a day. More comprehensive wellness programs start from three days and onward. Professional therapists are trained in anatomy and healing by in-house doctors and health specialists.</p>
<p>For more information regarding Agoda, please go to the website at <a href="http://www.agoda.com">http://www.agoda.com</a> or contact the Agoda team via telephone at +66 2 625 9100 e-mail at <a href="mailto:info@agoda.com">info@agoda.com</a></p>
<p>About Agoda Company:</p>
<p><a title="Click for Hotels Worldwide" href="http://reservations.jetstreams.com/nexres/search/power_search.cgi?src=10001079"><img class="alignleft" src="http://www.jetsettersblog.com/photos/ads/hotelrates.jpg" alt="" align="right" /></a>Agoda (agoda.com) is an online hotel reservations service which specializes in securing the lowest discount hotel prices in Asia. Agoda is part of Priceline.com (Nasdaq:PCLN). Agoda&#8217;s network includes 8,290 hotels in Asia and more than 49,700 worldwide. The staff of over 300 professionals, located throughout Asia, provides a first-rate reservation service that uniquely combines local knowledge and local connections to provide the best hotel deals to both business and leisure travelers.</p>
<p>In addition, Agoda customers participate in the Agoda Rewards Program, earning further discounts and free stays. Unlike programs that limit travelers to a single chain, the Agoda Rewards Program allows customers to redeem Rewards Points at thousands of hotels around the globe, at any time. A member of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), Agoda&#8217;s aim is to promote travel by making it more affordable and more accessible to more people.<br />
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		<title>Asia&#8217;s Independent Restaurant Guide</title>
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 The inaugural edition of The Miele Guide, Asia’s first truly independent and authoritative restaurant guide will launch on 31 October 2008 at a star-studded dinner held in Singapore. The 2008/2009 edition of this new annual guide will then be available at major bookstores throughout Asia on 1 November 2008.
Written by expert food lovers who know [...]]]></description>
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<img class="alignleft" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/p979z15u-yJLPKKLKTJLKPNPNSP" border="0" alt="Best Fares" /></a> The inaugural edition of The Miele Guide, Asia’s first truly independent and authoritative restaurant guide will launch on 31 October 2008 at a star-studded dinner held in Singapore. The 2008/2009 edition of this new annual guide will then be available at major bookstores throughout Asia on 1 November 2008.</p>
<p>Written by expert food lovers who know and love Asia, this 2008/2009 edition will be the first restaurant guide to measure the best restaurants in the region by Asian standards. At the same time, as it sets new benchmarks in the Asian culinary sphere, the very best restaurants in Asia will fittingly be given the credence due to them with the launch of the Guide.</p>
<p>Starting with this first edition, The Miele Guide will annually publish a list of Asia’s 20 best restaurants. These restaurants will be numerically ranked and profiled in-depth. In addition, the Guide will list the other 300 best restaurants from across the region, categorised by country, city and cuisine. This first edition evaluates restaurants in 16 Asian countries—Brunei, Cambodia, China (including Hong Kong and Macau), India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.</p>
<p>The 2008/2009 edition and this year’s list of Top 20 Restaurants will be unveiled at The Miele Guide Dinner, a chic gala event hosted at the Grand Hyatt Singapore on 31 October 2008. The Dinner will be attended by approximately 350 guests, comprising of a veritable who’s who of Asia’s F&amp;B scene. All chefs and restaurateurs whose establishments have been methodically selected to be in the 2008/2009 edition have been invited.</p>
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<img class="alignright" src="http://www.tqlkg.com/6s79bosgmk57B6676F576BDB76C" border="0" alt="zuji.com.au link" /></a> “The overarching goal of The Miele Guide is to help the restaurant industry in Asia grow. We hope that by recognising Asia’s best, the industry will continue to flourish and develop. It is also our hope to create awareness internationally that we have amazing dining here in Asia,” says Tan Su-Lyn, Director of Ate Media, the Singapore-based media firm publishing the guide, and one of Southeast Asia’s most established food writers.</p>
<p>“We are proud to be part of this landmark move to recognise the Asian dining scene,” Mario Miranda, Managing Director of Miele Pte Ltd says. “Miele’s sponsorship of The Miele Guide reflects our dedication to helping to encourage and support the food and wine industry in this region. We are equally committed to promoting the enjoyment and understanding of good food among the people of this diverse region.”</p>
<p>Pauline Ooi, The Miele Guide’s Associate Publisher, says, “We are very much looking forward to the launch of The Miele Guide. The dinner will be an exciting night of honouring Asia’s brightest culinary stars. We’re thrilled that many of the region’s culinary luminaries have already responded that they will be in attendance. This, we hope, will become the must-attend event for the region’s best chefs and restaurateurs year after year.”</p>
<p><a href="http://reservations.jetstreams.com/nexres/specials/traveldeals.cgi?&amp;src=10001079" target="_self"><img class="alignleft" style="float: left;" src="http://images.wctravel.com/wct-images/partners/images-banners/hotdeals/banneraff_500.gif" border="0" alt="" /></a>The Miele Guide is published by Ate Media Pte Ltd and sponsored by Miele, a German manufacturer of premium and innovative cooking appliances for the home. While a naming sponsor of the Guide,<br />
Miele did not exert any influence over the selection and judging process that determined which restaurants appear in The Miele Guide.</p>
<p>Further underlining its independence, neither the Guide nor its contributors accepted any advertising, sponsorship or free meals from any of the restaurants reviewed.</p>
<p>The slim, elegant and affordable Guide, which will retail at US$15, will be for every traveller, foodie and business person looking to dine in Asia.</p>
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 Peregrine Adventures has expanded its South East Asia programme for 2009 to include a new Heritage Vietnam &#38; Cambodia tour focussing on no less than 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites, plus a Thailand Discovery itinerary offering the perfect balance between adventure and beach relaxation…
Heritage Vietnam &#38; Cambodia: 14 days - next departing Saigon 7th December [...]]]></description>
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<img class="alignleft" src="http://www.awltovhc.com/1c74y7B-53PRVQQRQZPRQURZSVZ" border="0" alt="" /></a> Peregrine Adventures has expanded its South East Asia programme for 2009 to include a new Heritage Vietnam &amp; Cambodia tour focussing on no less than 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites, plus a Thailand Discovery itinerary offering the perfect balance between adventure and beach relaxation…</p>
<p>Heritage Vietnam &amp; Cambodia: 14 days - next departing Saigon 7th December 08 (other 08-10 dates available)</p>
<p>Experience the historical and cultural heritage of Vietnam and Cambodia, a pocket of Asia originally part of the former French Indochina, packed to the rafters with old world charm. Equally as evocative are the oriental influences stemming from a historic mix of Asian traders, settlers and indigenous people. In Vietnam, visit the economic capital of Saigon, and Hanoi, one of South East Asia’s most beguiling cities. Explore the World Heritage sites of Hoi An - once a major trading port, My Son sanctuary – a large complex of temple remains dating from the Cham Dynasty, Hue - the old Imperial capital set on the banks of the Perfume River, and Halong Bay - one of the country’s most spectacular natural wonders. In Cambodia, head for Siem Reap, gateway to the Temples of Angkor (World Heritage), the country’s spiritual and cultural heartbeat, containing the splendid remains of the ancient Khmer Empire dating back to the 9th century.</p>
<p>The tour costs £1,125 p/p including Peregrine’s tour leader, professional local guides, three local flights, arrival transfer, all transportation, all accommodation with breakfast, some lunches and dinners, plus sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary. International flights are not included.</p>
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<img class="alignright" style="float: right;" src="http://www.ftjcfx.com/id102bosgmk57B6676F576BDD9B9" border="0" alt="REI Outlet has big savings on great gear" /></a> Thailand Discovery: 17 days – next departing Bangkok 20th December 08 (09-10 dates also available)</p>
<p>A new tour combining adventurous exploration with some R&amp;R on Thailand’s palm-fringed beaches. Bangkok offers frenetic energy amidst tranquil parks and regal temples.</p>
<p>Kanchanaburi, site of the infamous Bridge over the River Kwai, uncovers a more recent sobering history. The ancient capitals of Ayuthaya and Sukhothai showcase the country’s proud heritage with Buddha images and temples standing as sentinels to the passage of time.</p>
<p>Northern Thailand is renowned for its ethnic diversity, due to the multitude of hill tribe people who have migrated over the centuries from southern China.</p>
<p>Their distinctive colourful clothing and handicrafts can been seen in the famous Night Bazaar of Chiang Mai and during an elephant trek through some of the hill tribe villages around Chiang Dao. Thailand’s pleasure playground is its south, where the warm waters of the Andaman Sea lap the palm-fringed golden beaches. Here, limestone rock formations add a dramatic feature, making southern Thailand one of the most spectacular regions in South East Asia.</p>
<p>The tour costs £1,325 p/p including Peregrine’s tour leader, professional local guides, local flight, arrival transfer, all transportation, all accommodation with breakfast, some lunches/dinners, sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary, plus a rice barge cruise. International flights are not included.</p>
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		<title>Gayana Eco Resort, Kota Kinabalu joins Preferred Boutique</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Preferred Boutique, the premier brand for intimate hotels and resorts, is pleased to announce its first and newest member in Malaysia – Gayana Eco Resort. At the heart of the Preferred Boutique experience is inspiration, that elusive characteristic that sifts the extraordinary from the ordinary. The four Preferred Boutique categories - Classic, Design, Adventure and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.beachbooker.com" target="_self"><img class="alignright" style="float: right;" src="http://images.wctravel.com/wct-images/partners/images-banners/beach/beach160x900_shell.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>Preferred Boutique, the premier brand for intimate hotels and resorts, is pleased to announce its first and newest member in Malaysia – Gayana Eco Resort. At the heart of the Preferred Boutique experience is inspiration, that elusive characteristic that sifts the extraordinary from the ordinary. The four Preferred Boutique categories - Classic, Design, Adventure and Resort – encompass eclectic properties from palaces to tent camps, from hip urban hotels to private islands. Gayana Eco Resort is part of the Resort and Adventure category.</p>
<p>Recently reopened after major renovation in July, Gayana Eco Resort is located in the wilderness of Gaya Island, just 10 minutes boat ride from the city of Kota Kinabalu in Sabah, East Malaysia. True to its name, the resort – as it is on the largest of the five coral reef islands that make up the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park - is dedicated to conserving its marine life with a Marine Ecology Research Centre on site. Guests can participate in its coral regeneration programme and learn about its efforts in the propagation of giant clams, having spawned seven out of the world’s eight giant clams.</p>
<p>With its prime location on pristine waters, the 44 over water luxury villas feature balconies in which to enjoy the view. Some of the villas also offer direct steps into the lagoon to cool off and access to the special breakfast boat to deliver breakfast to your balcony. Three restaurants and bar offer the ideal island atmosphere with spectacular views of the jungle and ocean. The seafood is a speciality and cultivated in the hotel’s own sea farm. Guests can relax in the infinity pool overlooking Malohom Bay or indulge in a traditional Borneo Urut massage. Adventure seekers can dive at the hotel’s dive centre, take guided kayak trips through mangrove forests or see the wildlife in the jungle trek.</p>
<p><a onmouseover="window.status='http://www.pacsun.com';return true;" onmouseout="window.status=' ';return true;" href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/p7121iqzwqyDFJEEFENDFEILKILI" target="_top"><br />
<img class="alignleft" src="http://www.awltovhc.com/nm97m-3sywHJNIIJIRHJIMPOMPM" border="0" alt="Top Skate &amp; Surf Brands at Pacsun. FREE Shipping!" /></a>“It is wonderful for the Preferred Boutique brand to have a hotel member in Asia Pacific that is truly committed to preserving its environment. Gayana is a great addition to the brand,” said Lynne Ireland, Managing Director - Preferred Boutique.</p>
<p>“The fast growing resort destination of Kota Kinabalu is an ideal location to add to the Preferred Hotel Group portfolio and Gayana Eco Resort is a great example of how resorts can provide luxury with an eco theme,” said Mark Simmons, Managing Director - Asia.</p>
<p>“Gayana Eco Resort offers guests unrivalled 5-star quality in a unique eco-adventure, tropical island setting. As a Preferred Boutique property, we are confident that our branding exercise will reach its target markets.</p>
<p>Our partnership with the Preferred Hotel Group is therefore an exciting beginning to our overall vision in becoming Asia&#8217;s No.1 eco resort,&#8221; said Nilakrisna James, spokesperson and PR Consultant for Gayana Eco Resort</p>
<p>About Preferred Boutique<br />
Preferred Boutique is a member of the Preferred Hotel Group™ family of brands which also includes: Preferred Hotels® &amp; Resorts, Summit Hotels &amp; Resorts™, Sterling Hotels™ and Historic Hotels of America®. For reservations and a complete description of the Preferred Boutique collection, please visit www.preferredboutique.com.</p>
<p>Preferred Boutique guests are eligible to enroll in the I Prefer Global Guest Benefit Program, featuring benefits such as early check-in/late check-out, space-available upgrades and more.</p>
<p> For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.iprefer.com">www.iprefer.com</a></p>
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		<description><![CDATA[joins Preferred Boutique
Preferred Boutique, the premier brand for intimate hotels and resorts, is pleased to announce its first and newest member in Malaysia – Gayana Eco Resort. At the heart of the Preferred Boutique experience is inspiration, that elusive characteristic that sifts the extraordinary from the ordinary. The four Preferred Boutique categories - Classic, Design, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.beachbooker.com" target="_self"><img class="alignright" style="float: right;" src="http://images.wctravel.com/wct-images/partners/images-banners/beach/beach160x900_shell.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>joins Preferred Boutique</p>
<p>Preferred Boutique, the premier brand for intimate hotels and resorts, is pleased to announce its first and newest member in Malaysia – Gayana Eco Resort. At the heart of the Preferred Boutique experience is inspiration, that elusive characteristic that sifts the extraordinary from the ordinary. The four Preferred Boutique categories - Classic, Design, Adventure and Resort – encompass eclectic properties from palaces to tent camps, from hip urban hotels to private islands. Gayana Eco Resort is part of the Resort and Adventure category.</p>
<p>Recently reopened after major renovation in July, Gayana Eco Resort is located in the wilderness of Gaya Island, just 10 minutes boat ride from the city of Kota Kinabalu in Sabah, East Malaysia. True to its name, the resort – as it is on the largest of the five coral reef islands that make up the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park - is dedicated to conserving its marine life with a Marine Ecology Research Centre on site. Guests can participate in its coral regeneration programme and learn about its efforts in the propagation of giant clams, having spawned seven out of the world’s eight giant clams.</p>
<p>With its prime location on pristine waters, the 44 over water luxury villas feature balconies in which to enjoy the view. Some of the villas also offer direct steps into the lagoon to cool off and access to the special breakfast boat to deliver breakfast to your balcony. Three restaurants and bar offer the ideal island atmosphere with spectacular views of the jungle and ocean. The seafood is a speciality and cultivated in the hotel’s own sea farm. Guests can relax in the infinity pool overlooking Malohom Bay or indulge in a traditional Borneo Urut massage. Adventure seekers can dive at the hotel’s dive centre, take guided kayak trips through mangrove forests or see the wildlife in the jungle trek.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/gear/tropic/clothing/sarongs/sarongs.html"><img src="http://www.jetsettersblog.com/photos/ads/sarongs1.jpg" alt="" align="left" /></a>“It is wonderful for the Preferred Boutique brand to have a hotel member in Asia Pacific that is truly committed to preserving its environment. Gayana is a great addition to the brand,” said Lynne Ireland, Managing Director - Preferred Boutique.</p>
<p>“The fast growing resort destination of Kota Kinabalu is an ideal location to add to the Preferred Hotel Group portfolio and Gayana Eco Resort is a great example of how resorts can provide luxury with an eco theme,” said Mark Simmons, Managing Director - Asia.</p>
<p>“Gayana Eco Resort offers guests unrivalled 5-star quality in a unique eco-adventure, tropical island setting. As a Preferred Boutique property, we are confident that our branding exercise will reach its target markets. Our partnership with the Preferred Hotel Group is therefore an exciting beginning to our overall vision in becoming Asia&#8217;s No.1 eco resort,&#8221; said Nilakrisna James, spokesperson and PR Consultant for Gayana Eco Resort</p>
<p><a href="http://www.jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/gear/swimwear/swimwear.html"><img class="alignright" src="http://www.jetsettersblog.com/photos/beach/swimsuits.jpg" alt="" /></a>About Preferred Boutique</p>
<p>Preferred Boutique is a member of the Preferred Hotel Group family of brands which also includes: Preferred Hotels &amp; Resorts, Summit Hotels &amp; Resorts™, Sterling Hotels and Historic Hotels of America.</p>
<p>For reservations and a complete description of the Preferred Boutique collection, please visit <a href="http://www.preferredboutique.com">www.preferredboutique.com</a></p>
<p>Preferred Boutique guests are eligible to enroll in the I Prefer Global Guest Benefit Program, featuring benefits such as early check-in/late check-out, space-available upgrades and more.</p>
<p>For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.iprefer.com">www.iprefer.com</a></p>
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Jet Airways is happy to announce a Jet Value Pass - a scheme wherein you can purchase the pass and travel in Club Premiere or in Economy class. This scheme is valid until further notice.
Jet Value Pass in Club Premiere:
No of Coupons Passenger Type Booking Class Base Fare
04 Coupons Adult I USD 1,100
06 Coupons Adult [...]]]></description>
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Jet Airways is happy to announce a Jet Value Pass - a scheme wherein you can purchase the pass and travel in Club Premiere or in Economy class. This scheme is valid until further notice.</p>
<p>Jet Value Pass in Club Premiere:</p>
<p>No of Coupons Passenger Type Booking Class Base Fare<br />
04 Coupons Adult I USD 1,100<br />
06 Coupons Adult I USD 1,550<br />
08 Coupons Adult I USD 1,950</p>
<p>Jet Value Pass in Economy:</p>
<p>No of Coupons Passenger Type Booking Class Base Fare<br />
04 Coupons Adult U USD 500<br />
06 Coupons Adult U USD 700<br />
08 Coupons Adult U USD 850</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://www.jetairways.com">www.jetairways.com</a></p>
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		<title>Shop and Dine at Taipei with EVA Airways</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Purchase with MasterCard,
Traveling within the period of 2008/4/1~2008/12/31, purchase with MasterCard on www.evaair.com flights from 20 Asia Pacific cities will enjoy 5% additional exclusive discount.
Traveling within the period of 2008/4/1~2008/12/31, purchase Economy Class flights with MasterCard on www.evaair.com from New York or Los Angeles to Taipei will enjoy 5% additional exclusive discount.
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<p>Traveling within the period of 2008/4/1~2008/12/31, purchase with MasterCard on www.evaair.com flights from 20 Asia Pacific cities will enjoy 5% additional exclusive discount.</p>
<p>Traveling within the period of 2008/4/1~2008/12/31, purchase Economy Class flights with MasterCard on www.evaair.com from New York or Los Angeles to Taipei will enjoy 5% additional exclusive discount.</p>
<p>Terms and conditions apply. During promotion period (“Promotion Period”) from 2008/4/1 to 2008/12/31, MasterCard® branded credit cards primary and supplementary cardholders who use MasterCard® branded credit cards (issued by MasterCard Worldwide) at www.evaair.com and satisfy the eligibility requirement are eligible to receive offers provided by EVA Airways Co. To meet the eligibility requirement for program participation, each transaction has to be made in full by a MasterCard® branded credit card. To meet the eligibility requirement for program participation, cardholders must purchase tickets to Taipei, Taiwan or transfer at Taipei, Taiwan to other cities flied by EVA Airways at www.evaair.com during the promotion period and departure from the following countries (cities):</p>
<p>Japan (Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Sendai, Chitose, Miyazaki, Komatsu)、Korea (Seoul)、Hong Kong、Macau、Singapore、Thailand(Bangkok)、Vietnam (Ho Chi Ming City)、Philippines(Manila)、Cambodia(Phnom Penh)、Indonesia(Djakarta, Bali, Surabaya)、Malaysia(Kuala Lumpur).<br />
To meet the eligibility requirement for program participation, cardholders must purchase Economy Class tickets to Taipei during the promotion period and departure from the following cities in U.S.A:</p>
<p>BR 31/BR 32 from Newark airport of New York,<br />
BR 167/BR 168 from Los Angeles airport and transfer at Osaka,<br />
Internet booking conditions:</p>
<p><a href="http://reservations.jetstreams.com/nexres/specials/traveldeals.cgi?&amp;src=10001079" target="_self"><img class="alignleft" style="float: left;" src="http://images.wctravel.com/wct-images/partners/images-banners/hotdeals/banneraff_500.gif" border="0" alt="" /></a> This benefit is limited for e-ticket on internet booking except class H and R.<br />
This benefit only applies to tickets booked through internet booking system for the itinerary provided in this program and departing within the designated period. Tax (including airport tax、security check tax fuel tax) is not included for this benefit.<br />
This benefit can not be combined with other promotion.<br />
Other terms and conditions provided by EVA Airways should apply.</p>
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