Asia Travel Information

Visa Information For Tourists

Most visitors to Hong Kong still don't need a visa. The exception is for blacklisted countries, many of which (ironically) have or had communist regimes: Hong Kong has always made it difficult for nationals from such countries to enter its borders, and despite the return of Hong Kong to the

General Information About Burma

Truly, Myanmar is one of the most magical and beautiful places in the world. It has more historic religious temples than anywhere on earth, and the oldest archaeological site in South East Asia. To this day Myanmar remains one of the most mysterious and undiscovered destinations in the world. A

Getting Around Hong Kong

Sight seeing in Hong Kong is made easy for the visitors through variety of public transportation which can be termed as life line of Hong Kong Tourism. 1. Taxi Color coded taxis operate in different districts of Hong Kong. Fare, depending on districts, starts from HKD12 to 15 for the first two

When To Visit Hong Kong

Subtropical Hong Kong has four distinguishable seasons. Good weather makes it an ideal destination for travelers all year round. The peak travel season is in autumn, from September to around Christmas time. The spring, from March to mid-May, tends to be warm and humid, accompanied by fogs and drizzles. The average

General Information About Hong Kong

Hong Kong has very close counter with its parent Nation that is China, its is precariously perched on the side of China, Hong Kong is a curious anomaly. With unofficial blessing of the largest Communist country in the world Hong Kong is energetic paragon of the virtues of capitalism. Hong

Myanmar Tourist Guides — Attractions

I. City - Rangoon: Rangoon, the capital of Myanmar is the host for some of the world’s mind-blowing wonders, like the: 1. Shwedagon Pagoda: Rudyard Kipling termed it as the .Golden Wonder.. It looks beautiful during sunset as the last rays fall on the soft golden dome, making it glitter. The great

Shopping Attraction In Hong Kong

Hong Kong, as a free port, showcases commodities from all over the world without tariff and usually accompanied by seasonal sales. This long known Shopping Paradise sates every taste and budget. I. Hot Areas Shopping areas are roughly divided into Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. The highlights are Central, North Point, Admiralty

Nightlife of Hong Kong

Hong Kong provides a vibrant nightlife. Do not fight the temptation to join the party. Things to do: take a luxury night cruise over Victoria Harbor; visit pubs, bars, night clubs; or stroll in the bubbling streets with the locals. Don't just sit back and watch. I. Night Tour Do you fancy

Festivals in Myanmar

Myanmar is a Land of Festivals: a festival for every month of the year. Most festivals are cultural and religious. Majority are nation-wide celebrated while a few are distinctly regional. The dates of the festivals and special events are determined by the Lunar Year. 1. January • Kayin New Year celebrated on

General Information For Tourists - II

20. Religion The majority of the people of Myanmar are Buddhist although Christianity, Islam and Hinduism are also practiced. 21. Telecommunications Telephones & fax facilities are available in most hotels in Yangon and Mandalay but charges are quite expensive. E mail facilities are now available at many hotels and local businesses in Yangon

Asia News

Ark. gov says Asia trip offering guidance on auto plant

Ark. gov says Asia trip offering guidance on auto plant Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee on Tuesday said his trade mission to Asia is helping the state learn what questions the state needs to answer to land an auto plant. On a conference call with reporters Tuesday, Huckabee said he planned to meet

Around Asias markets: Indonesia turns to bond sales

Around Asias markets: Indonesia turns to bond sales Munandar Arif is selling half his stock holdings and all his investments in bank deposits to buy bonds in Indonesias first debt sale targeted at individuals. Interest rates are falling and Id get less and less when I put my money

HK faces most serious overwork in Asia

HK faces most serious overwork in Asia An authoritative report points out that most industries in Hong Kong have higher demand for professionals to cope with the sharp increase of workload. The resulting situation of overwork in Hong Kong is the most serious in Asia. A Hudson

S&P upbeat on Asia Pacific govts

S&P upbeat on Asia Pacific govts Global rating agency, Standard & Poors’ today said sovereign governments in Asia Pacific, including in India, are expected to continue their reforms programs in 2006, thereby improving their country’s credit fundamentals. This in turn should continue the upward rating trend for the

Asia-Pacific aviation on the increase

Asia-Pacific aviation on the increase Despite concerns over terrorism and bird flu, people in the Asia-Pacific region are continuing to fly, statistics show. The International Air Transport Association (IATA), an international trade group, has released figures covering both passenger and freight air traffic for the last financial year. IATA said passenger traffic in

Asia Roundup: Marts end week mostly higher

Asia Roundup: Marts end week mostly higher Asian stocks closed mostly higher yesterday but gains were capped by limited profit- taking ahead of the release of key US employment data due out later in the day. Tokyo closed flat, while mild gains were registered in Hong Kong, Seoul, Singapore, Manila, Wellington and

FUND VIEW-China and Hong Kong best Asia bets

FUND VIEW-China and Hong Kong best Asia bets Global stock investors should be overweight China and Hong Kong in their portfolios, because the Chinese economy is likely to keep growing at or near double-digit rates, a fund manager at New Star Asset Management said on Monday. But investors should be underweight the

Asia markets mostly higher

Asia markets mostly higher Asian market were mostly higher on Friday, with technology-heavyweights South Korea and Taiwan tracking gains in the Nasdaq Composite, while Japans Nikkei Average traded flat with minor advances in large industrial shares and commodities-related issues. Japans 225-issue Nikkei Average fell as much as 11.02 points, or 0.06%,

NIFT may be South Asias fashion tech hub

NIFT may be South Asias fashion tech hub After the IIMs and IITs, India may soon add yet another big brand to its list of educational institutions. The countrys premier fashion design institute, National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) is poised to become a hub for fashion technology for South Asia.

Mauj on Red Herrings Asia 100 winners list

Mauj on Red Herrings Asia 100 winners list Leading wireless solutions firm Mauj Telecom has emerged as tech magazine Red Herrings Asia 100 winner. Red Herrings list recognises promising technology companies in the region and is a part of the magazines tradition of identifying new and innovative firms and entrepreneurs,