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A Whistle Stop Guide To Macau in China

April 6, 2022 by Chris DawsonLeave a Comment

Macau, a self-governing region on the south coast of China and close to Hong Kong, is known in the west as gambling hub, bigger even than Vegas and as noisy and sinful as Nevada’s famous city. But what few people know is that Macau has other tourist attractions off the beaten gambler’s track. There are museums, zoos, great food, exciting rides and lots of outdoor activities that mean you don’t actually have to put it all on red to enjoy this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Architecture, Art, Beach, Casino, China, Culinary travel, Culture, Europe, Food and Wine, History, Hong Kong, Journey, Kuwait, Macau, Museum, Nevada, Portugal, Resort, Restaurants

Landing in Paro, One of the World’s Most Dangerous Airports – Interview with Chhimi Dorji, Captain of Drukair

February 11, 2022 by Teh Chin Liang4 Comments

Q. Landing in Paro airport is different and way more challenging than landing in other airports due to the location of the airport in a valley surrounded by towering mountains, making it one of the most dangerous airports for landing in the world. What are the take-off and landing procedures? Indeed, flying in and out of the Paro Airport is such a thrill for pilots. I would term it as one of the most "demanding" as it requires the highest … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Airline, Airport, Bangkok Thailand, China, England, Europe, Everest, Food and Wine, Himalayas, India, Interview, Journey, Nepal, Spain, Traffic, Walking tour, Wildlife

Virginia Chan, Founder of Humid with a Chance of Fishballs

January 13, 2022 by Teh Chin Liang2 Comments

Q. You moved from Vancouver to Hong Kong in 2012 to join the corporate world. Vancouver is also known as “city of neighborhoods” with a sizable portion of Hong Kong immigrants. What do you see the similarities and differences between both cities in terms of culture, people and of course, local food?  In terms of culture - I think Hong Kong tends to lean towards workaholic culture. Time is money, and everything runs at a faster pace here. If … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Airport, Art, Beer, Bridges, Bus Travel, Canada, China, Culture, Dessert, Drinking, England, Europe, Festival, Fishing, Food and Wine, History, Hong Kong, Internet, Japan, Oyster

U.S. to Relax Travel Restrictions for Vaccinated Visitors Soon

November 20, 2021 by Bijoy HembramLeave a Comment

U.S. to Relax Travel Restrictions After almost 20 months of strict travel restrictions, the United States is finally reopening its borders to citizens of more than 30 countries. The move, which was recently confirmed by the US government, was met with joy from many travelers, especially those who have family, friends, and business deals in the United States. In fact, intrepid travelers can finally have the chance to use their ESTA to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Africa, America, Art, Brazil, Britain, China, England, Europe, India, Iran, Ireland, New York City, San Francisco, South Africa, Vaccination

13 Reasons Why the Travel and Tourism Industry Needs Translation

September 3, 2021 by Nichelle AntoqueLeave a Comment

The travel industry has become a global phenomenon, and as such, the need for translation is more significant than ever. This blog post will discuss 13 reasons why the travel and tourism industry needs a translation to stay competitive. Let's dive right into it! 1. The travel and tourism industry is a huge market worldwide, with over $7,500 billion yearly revenue in 2017. English being the most widely used language in the world, cannot be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: America, Britain, China, England, Europe, France, India, Spain

The Legal Evolution of Online Gambling Across the World

July 22, 2021 by Jaime ZamoraLeave a Comment

Online gambling has been in the news a lot lately, as many countries around the planet have made moves to introduce new legislation that would create a legal and highly regulated betting market there. How quickly has this happened in some countries compared to others? The North American Gambling Market The US is one of the countries with the most activity in their online gambling market just now. This is because new laws are being … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Alabama, Alaska, America, Argentina, Asia, Australia, Britain, Canada, Casino, Chile, China, Colombia, Colorado, England, Europe, France, Illinois, Italy, Malta, Michigan

Why You Should Learn Local Languages Before Traveling Abroad

April 9, 2021 by Kirill BigaiLeave a Comment

When planning an international trip, the standard checklist includes booking flights, hotels, tours and restaurant reservations. But there’s one important thing you should do before packing your suitcase: learn the local language. While 360 million people speak English worldwide, countries like China, Columbia, Russia, Brazil and Argentina are just a few examples of destinations that can be challenging to visit if you don’t speak any of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Argentina, Brazil, Cell Phone, China, Coffee, Culture, Food and Wine, Restaurants, Russia

China Ranch Date Farm & Bakery – April 2021

April 1, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

Most likely the most northern commercial date farm in the state of California - this remote ranch is well worth making the trek out to buy delicious dates (some 1,500 trees and 20 varieties). Located about 90 minutes from Las Vegas and 4 hours from Los Angeles. The property has a fascinating history - settled by a Chinese man who came here pre-1900 after working the Borax mines in Death Valley. He mysteriously disappeared (probably forcibly run … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Bakeries, California, Canyon, China, Death Valley, Hiking, History, Los Angeles, Mountain Climbing, Museum, Palm Trees, Shopping Mall, Trekking

Interview with Joe Sidek, father of George Town Festival

March 19, 2021 by Teh Chin LiangLeave a Comment

Joe Sidek is the Chairman of the Federation for Asian Cultural Promotion. He was the Festival Director of George Town Festival (GTF) (2010-2018), Butterworth Fringe Festival (BFF), and the Rainforest Fringe Festival (RFF)(206-2018).  In 2010, he founded the George Town Festival - an annual event  to commemorate George Town being inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 2010 event that showcased the heritage and cultural history of George … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Architecture, Asia, Beach, China, Culinary travel, Culture, Drinking, Festival, Food and Wine, Garden, History, Interview, Malaysia, Museum, Rainforest, Restaurants

Interview with Tobias Hägg, Photographer and Aerial Artist

March 6, 2021 by Teh Chin LiangLeave a Comment

Q. I remember when I was on an airplane for the very first time. I was so excited that I asked to be seated next to a window. The view from the plane window was just breathtakingly amazing. The bird's-eye view provides a different perspective on the land below. You have produced a collection of cinematic drone masterpiece. Tell us what drew you to aerial photography in the very beginning? I think my fascination for the aerial perspective began … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, China, Dancing, Desert, Film, Helicopter, Interview, Italy, Mountain Climbing, Namibia, National Geographic, Photography, Sand, Trekking, Village, Wildlife

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