Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
What was once Saigon is now a fascinating blend of Oriental and Western
influences. French colonial architecture, Notre Dame Cathedral and even
bakeries selling baguettes contrast with more monuments like the War Remnants
Museum and Reunification Hall; close by are the incredible and chilling Cu Chi
tunnels.
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Hong Kong
Asia's truly international, vibrant city - a melting pot of the East and West.
From the futuristic Chek Lap Kok airport, modern skyscrapers, to colourful
local markets and roadside foodstalls, Hong Kong offers her visitors a
smorgasbord of sights, sounds and smells found nowhere else. Besides great
shopping, Hong Kong is also a gourmet's shangri-la.
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Singapore
This prosperous, ultra-moden city-state still holds many surprises. Explore
cultural enclaves like Chinatown, Little India and Arab Street. Visit such
attractions as the Jurong Bird Park and Sentosa Island or simply head to Orchard
Road for world-class shopping. Finally, treat yourself to tea and nostalgia at
the Raffles Hotel.
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Naha (Okinawa Islands), Japan
Visit the capital of Japan's famed Okinawa islands for everything from
exploring
a picturesque castle and seeing lush wetlands to shopping up a storm in the
evening. Be sure to sample the diversity of Japanese cuisine, and pick up local
herbal teas to take back home.
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Ishigaki (Yaeyama Islands), Japan
The port of Ishigaki is not just known for its thriving black-pearl farming and
famed local beer, but for its stunning natural beauty too. Find white-sand
beaches, gorgeous isles, groves of Yaeyama palm trees and even stalactite caves
at this lush subtropical attraction.
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Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Malaysia
From the Star Cruises terminal in Port Klang, head out to Kuala Lumpur, the
capital of Malaysia. You will discover a bustling metropolis that uniquely
blends the traditional and modern. Kuala Lumpur is also home to the tallest
twin towers in the world - the Petronas Twin Towers. You will find that Kuala
Lumpur offers exceptional shopping and dining opportunities.
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Langkawi Island, Malaysia
This island of myths and legends has come into its own as a holiday
destination. Discover Langkawi's pristine beaches, magical islands and
mysterious mangroves. Delve into the local legends about the virtuous Mahsuri,
the Seven Wells Waterfalls where fairies bathe and the Lake of the Pregnant
Maiden. Finally, visit Awana Porto Malai, the Mediterraneanesque waterfront
boardwalk where you can shop, dine and enjoy a cultural show or two.
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Malacca, Malaysia
An ancient Dutch trading port, the communities and
cultural heritage of Malacca have been shaped by centuries of foreign
influence. Visit traditional Chinese temples and the bustling old city, where
craftsmen and antique traders still ply their trade in turn-of-the-century shop-houses.
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Redang Island, Malaysia
Redang Island or 'Pulau Redang' is one of the most captivating islands in
Malaysia. Visitors to this island will be greeted by crystal clear blue waters,
pure white sands and swaying coconut trees. Discover some of the most beautiful
corals and witness a world of spectacular seascapes of colourful fishes as you
go diving and snorkelling. Declared as a Marine Park to preserve its natural
beauty, Redang Island is one of the best places to just relax and soak in the
sun.
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Penang, Malaysia
Dubbed the “Pearl of the Orient”, Penang has so much to offer its visitors:
charming colonial architecture, ancient places of worship, tropical fauna and
flora, hillside retreats and fantastic beaches. Of course, Penang’s
mouth-watering delights, in particular, the hawker fare, is a culinary
experience not to be missed.
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