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E Asia Travel Feature Writer: Mari 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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Feature Writer Articles in E Asia Travel

Universal Studios Theme Park for Singapore
Get lost in Jurassic Park, descend into Pharaoh's Tomb, Explore New York, battle the Cylons in Sci-Fi City, meander down Hollywood Boulevard, and remember Madagascar.
Tokyo's Gay Scene – Ni-chome in Shinjuku
Once a refuge for homosexuals, then the wildest party in town, Tokyo's gay area of Ni-chome in Shinjuku is said to be a shadow of it's former self.
Good Restaurants in Thailand's Royal Hua Hin
Choosing the top restaurants in Thailand's premier resort of Hua Hin is difficult as there are so many great places now open. Here are 3 in different price categories.
Elephant Show & Trekking in Hua Hin, Thailand
Hua Hin Adventure Park has its own Elephant Show and Trekking Experience that complements the Crocodile and Cobra Show, Horse Riding and Quad Biking on the site.
Thai Traditional Music and Dance in Performance
Thai traditional Khon and Puppet Theatre can often confuse the western spectator. A theatre performance in Bangkok that explains as the show unfolds may be the answer


Contributing Articles in E Asia Travel

Spotting Proboscis Monkeys In Borneo
Spot some of this threatened species and other wildlife unique to the island of Borneo in the quiet sultanate of Brunei.
Boat Trips on the Mekong Delta
From floating markets to houses on stilts, the Mekong Delta is home to some of Vietnam's most interesting cultures, food and habitats.
Sightseeing in Okayama Prefecture, Japan
Okayama boasts a wealth of historical sites and natural beauty. Visit these lovely but oft-overlooked sights easily accessible from hotels in Okayama and Kurashiki.
Popular Holidays for Newlyweds
Bali, Santorini and Mauritius islands offer warm and scenic coastlines, sunny beaches and exotic adventure tours for honeymooners
Travel to Cambodia Safely
Travel to Cambodia and Southeast Asia is a guaranteed adventure, but the deep poverty requires some precautions to ensure traveling safety when on holiday in Cambodia.
Exploring Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City is a daunting place for most travellers, but leaping in will lead to a fascinating experience with many treats for all tastes.
Touring the Cu Chi Tunnels
The Cu Chi Tunnels were an important aspect to the Vietcong resistance of the US army. Today it's possible to explore the area and gain an insight into this infamous war.
Seoul Mates: Romance in the Korean City
It doesn't always have to be WA Bars and noraebangs (karaoke rooms) for sweethearts in Korea's metropolis. Here's five great date ideas for Seoul's lovebirds.
Teaching in Korea: The Visa
In order to legally work as an English instructor in South Korea, foreigners need to obtain the proper visa. Here's how to get one.
The First Day Teaching English in Thailand
The first day teaching in Thailand can leave newcomers promising themselves "never again"; good preparation can avoid this.
A Review of Sayang Beach Bungalows in Thailand
Sayang Beach Bungalows in Thailand are an example of affordable beachfront accommodations. Here is what guests can expect at Sayang.
Cambodia's Tonle Sap
Imagine a lake in Cambodia that grows four times in size because a river reverses its flow and then feeds an entire nation and sustains civilizations.
Phnom Penn – An Alternate Stopover
Forget the clichéd and well trodden stopovers that are so familiar in South East Asia and go that extra mile to Phnom Penn instead.
How to Spend 48 Hours in Bangkok With the Kids
From visiting Southeast Asia's largest aquarium to walking the grounds of the Grand Palace, family will stay busy from the moment their feet hit the ground in Bangkok.
Oya Stone Tuff from Mid-Miocene Japan
Ôya stone (ishi) is a Miocene tuff made famous for its sculptural qualities by Frank Lloyd Wright in his Japanese architectural creations.

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