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Feature Writer: Mari Nicholson
Mari at home on Isle of Wight, Nik Nicholson

This is your portal to the world’s most exotic countries, their cultures and their cuisines, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Brunei, Korea, Philippines, Indonesia, East Timor, Myanmar and JapanTravel to the best beaches and islands, visit hill tribes in Northern Thailand, negotiate the red-light district of Bangkok, explore the ethnic areas of Singapore, the islands of Penang , Langkawi, Bali and Lombok, Phuket and Koh Samui.

We shall follow in the footsteps of Graham Greene in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, explore Angkor Wat in Cambodia, and advise on the best hotels and restaurants in all the places we visit.

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Padaung child on Thai-Burmese border, Mari Nicholson
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Mari Nicholson

Pattaya Nightlife - Sex Clubs and Gay Bars

In: Thailand Travel

From Sex Clubs to Gay and Lesbian Bars, from Go-Go bars to transexual cabarets and an incredibly versatile nightlife, Pattaya can provide it. more...

Best Guide to Bangkok - a Novel by John Burdett

In: Thailand Travel

To feel the essence of a place like Bangkok, one needs more than a guide book. Now along comes a stunning thriller that is the perfect guide to Bangkok and its people. more...

Elephant Trekking in Southern Thailand

In: Thailand Travel

After the tsunami, the Elephant Help Project had to close down, but superb elephant experiences are available at Elephant Hills in Thailand's Khao Lak. more...

Male Castration in Thailand

In: Thailand Travel

Ladyboys (Katoeys in Thai) who seek castration in Thailand, will no longer be able to have this cosmetic procedure performed legally, if they are under 16. more...

Tiger Beer Chilli Crab Festival, London

In: Singapore Travel

Singapore's Chilli Crab dish, the nation's favourite, will once again be served to the public at the Tiger Beer Festival in London's East End, August 30th-31st. more...

Truly Amazing Thailand, Land of Smiles

In: Thailand Travel

Its culture, scenery, food and charming people are what makes Thailand truly Amazing. From metropolitan cities to unspoiled beach villages, a smiling Thai welcome awaits. more...

Laos for Backpackers

In: Laos Travel

Laos is the destination of choice for today's discerning seeker after new Asian experiences. It offers new things to see and do in a tranquil and peaceful environment. more...

Mooncakes and the Chinese Moon Festival

In: Singapore Travel

The Chinese Moon Festival is celebrated by all Chinese. Families and lovers enjoy a get together, eat mooncakes, drink wine and recite moon poems in an age-old ritual. more...

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