02.04.12

Avoiding Tourist Scams

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Wherever you are in the world, there are scams that prey on cluelesstourists for thousands of dollars. Tom Hall and Kylie McLaughlin of LonelyPlanet have compiled some of the common tourist scammers and remind fellowtravelers that if something looks too good to be true, most likely it is.Fake police – Many tourists have no idea how policemen intheir destinations are dressed and are unlikely to spot a real police ...
02.03.12

Dili, East Timor Travel Guide

In one of the tiniest countries in Asia, its capital city is rising from theashes by inviting weary travelers to take a dive deep into their majestic coralreefs. Coming to the charming seaside city of Dili in East Timor, you may stillsee the ruins left by past conflicts when the former Portuguese colony declaredindependence from Indonesia in 2002.Squeezed along the narrow plains between the Timor Island and Ombai S...
02.02.12

Where to Go in Boracay Island

Even though Boracay Island in Central Philippines is a small stretch ofland, it has a myriad of possibilities. You can have your piece of quietparadise or enjoy the pulsating rhythms until the wee hours. Here are some ofthe recommended areas and venues when coming to Boracay.White BeachThis stretch of powdery white sand is where most tourists go. Not only ithas a vast sand area where you can never run out of space ...
02.01.12

World’s Sexiest Accents

Lonely Planet asked its fans on Facebook what for them is the sexiest accentin the world. Why should we know? Because it is nice to hear a person’s Englishspoken in a way that would sweep you off your feet. However, this is totallydifferent from a very bad impersonation of speaking with an accent.The survey, which gathered over 700 responses, is not scientific. Resultsshow that the Spanish is at the top spot, bea...
01.31.12

Going to Boracay Island

Avid travelers have been advised never to miss Boracay Island, a tiny pieceof paradise located in Central Philippines that has been known for its low andquiet tides that are ideal for swimming, powder-white sand, and an amazingvariety of amenities and entertainment. Getting there, however, provides achallenge even for seasoned adventurers.Aside from the usual by air method, there are many ways to get into BoracayIs...
01.30.12

Japan Trip 2011 Part 5 (June 1)

by MIWA and REYYokoso!JAPAN Travel Blog by The Visit Japan Campaign Supporters...
01.29.12

Japan Trip 2011 Part 4

by MIWA and REYYokoso!JAPAN Travel Blog by The Visit Japan Campaign Supporters...
01.28.12

Japan Trip 2011 Part 3

by MIWA and REYYokoso!JAPAN Travel Blog by The Visit Japan Campaign Supporters...
01.27.12

Japan Trip 2011 Part 1

by MIWA and REYYokoso!JAPAN Travel Blog by The Visit Japan Campaign Supporters...
01.23.12

Japan Explorer Manga Series: Prologue

For more information, click here. Yokoso!JAPAN Travel Blog by The Visit Japan Campaign Supporters...