I've posted about film festivals before. This time, I want to mention an event, taking place next week in the Philippines. The 9th Cinemanila International Film Festival begins in Metro Manila on...
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While monkeys often seem charmingly person-like, they can be quite aggressive. This is the case in Indonesian city of Banjarmasin. Vendors at a place called Monkey Island (Pulau Kembang) sell nuts to...
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During the hot and sweaty summers, Minnesota winters are far from everyone's mind. However, the brutal chill of February is not so far off. The short and cold days do not have to be totally void...
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Seoul is on display at the COEX Mall in the city's Gangnam District. The mall and adjoining convention center is the place to observe and enjoy all things modern. Though X-box games might not be...
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No, I'm not psychic. I wrote Singapore Airlines up a couple weeks ago only to have them be awarded the World Airline Award today. What does that mean? Well, nothing, really. It means that...
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Keeping abreast of the situation in a country you are planning to travel to is an important part of trip preparation. Perhaps there is an unstable political situation, or, more likely you simply want...
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Fuencarral Market is one of the most interesting places in Madrid. Part shopping venue, part performance center, there is something unique happening all the time. Though this is a trendy area, the...
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Penang is a vibrant and historic city in Malaysia. Known for its unique blend of Chinese, Indian, and Malay cuisines, this city is also home to vast malls, markets, and department stores. Starting...
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Not only is Tokyo the largest city on our planet, it is one of the most modern. Searching for old Tokyo amidst Skyscrapers and automated, talking street signs would be futile. Of course, not all...
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Jazz had a heyday in Chicago during the Roaring Twenties. While some old timers will be happy to tell you how great the jazz scene was "back in the day," a look around town will show you...
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If you are like me, then at least some of the time, you travel with your stomach instead of your head. The unique flavors of strange cuisines might seem exciting to some and cause apprehension in...
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Portland has some of the most unique places in the US. Sure, any city could make that claim about its local culture, but in Portland, many of these places have surpassed being oddities and become...
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Located down a tiny alley off the tourist area of Saigon's Pham Ngu Lao Street is a café catering to a unique clientèle. Amidst the brashness and commercialism of the tourist trade, one can...
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While Americans flock from northern climes to Florida or the Bahamas in the winter, some of the Caribbean's less developed islands offer visitors a chance to enjoy the tropics and appreciate...
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As promised, I'm keeping my eye out for the results of the Skytrax annual World Airline Awards. Their web site states that the results will be announced next week. The World Airport Awards will...
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While Hong Kong is one of the most crowded, most liberal, and most modern cities in China, it is no longer the undisputed king when it comes to economics, entertainment, and tourist attractions....
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Angkor Wat is the premiere travel destination in Cambodia. The main temples are undeniably mesmerizing. Their sheer magnitude and historical significance will cause the most jaded traveler to skip at...
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The Tour de France is the world's premiere cycling race. While the past few years have brought controversy due to several riders' use of performance enhancing drugs, the tour itself remains...
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Hoan Kiem Lake in Ha Noi, Viet Nam is a sublime place. After the in-your-face urban experiences of Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City (A.K.A. Sai Gon), Ha Noi seems almost quaint. The atmosphere seems...
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The small, but growing city of Rochester, Minnesota is home to the world- famous Mayo Clinic. The areas that have sprung up around the medical center are surprisingly nice considering the relatively...
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When one thinks of Macau (AKA Macao), the flashing lights and noise of casinos usually come to mind. True, most of the former Portuguese colony's tourist industry is centered on gambling....
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Filed in archive En Route
by Josh Lew on July 16, 2007
Singapore Airlines has been known for raising the industry standards. In the U.S. I am witness to how much the industry is struggling. While several major U.S. players make their way out of financial...
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Tokyo is a city of seafood. While sushi is the most famous and respected of the nation's dishes, all types of seafood are important to Japan's cuisine. While it is possible to find seafood...
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Café del Mar is a bar on the Spanish island of Ibiza, located in the town of San Antonio. This bar is the namesake of a series of electronic music CDs. The easy-going ambient music of the CD...
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