Update; Giant pandas coming to the UK
Back in January we learnt that giant pandas would return to the UK and now there are hopefully only a few weeks to go until their arrival! The pair which…
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New 7 Wonders of Nature Announced
So the new 7 wonders of nature have been announced, although whilst votes are officially counted, the seven shortlisted wonders are provisional at this stage, with the final 7 being…
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Sri Lanka introduces electronic visa system
Travellers to Sri Lanka should be aware that as from 1 January 2012 all tourists will be required to apply for their visa electronically. The new permit will now cost…
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Direct UK to Vietnam flights go on sale
For the first time direct non-stop flights are being sold for journeys from the UK to Vietnam. Vietnam Airlines has confirmed that flights are now on sale on their website…
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China; home of high-speed rail travel
If you’re looking to explore China quickly and efficiently and you’re budget-conscious then consider using the high-speed rail network to zip between your destinations. China now has the largest high-speed…
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Explore Vietnam by Train
Russia has the Trans-Siberian railroad, India has the Palace on Wheels and now Vietnam will join the great train journeys of the world with the launch of the Reunification Express.…
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Hong Kong airport advised to build third runway
Both AAPA (Association of Asia Pacific Airlines) and Cathay Pacific (Hong Kong’s national airline) are pushing for a third runway at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). The current runways at…
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Brace yourself for another volcano ash cloud
Here we go again! Both airlines and tour operators are waiting to see if the latest Iceland volcano eruption will see a repeat of the ash cloud incident of April…
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Vietnam to construct mega airport
The Vietnamese Prime Minister has just approved plans to construct a mega airport. This follows the recent news that Vietnam saw the biggest international tourist growth in 2010 in all…
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Have you been on an 18-30 holiday?
Most travellers have either experienced an 18-30 type holiday firsthand or have watched the antics on various late night satellite channels. It has just been revealed that more than a…
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