Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
Asia posts
Hawaii delights with a 10-day international film extravaganza
Gadlinks for Friday 10.2.09
Oct 2nd, 2009 at 6:00PM:
As we say here on the Islands, "It's Aloha Friday, no work 'til Monday," and that motto couldn't sound more precious than right now. It's been quite a week -- complete with a tsunami in Samoa and Indonesia's SECOND devastating earthquake. I think we're all ready for some R&R, so how 'bout I provide some good 'ole Gadlinks to get your weekend started smoothly?
Having just come back from a ...Bowermaster's Adventures -- Welcome to squid city!
Aug 18th, 2009 at 9:30AM: For the past couple nights I've dreamed about being attacked by giant calamari; not the fried variety, but the long, gelatinous species, which wrap me up in big squid rings and push me into the sea. Which I'm sure has everything to do with spending the day in Hakodate, on the big island of Hokkaido, Japan's squid capital. The streets leading to the morning market are heavy with restaurants, each ...Slum tours in Jakarta now operating
Jul 8th, 2009 at 1:30PM:
tweetmeme_url = 'http://www.gadling.com/2009/07/08/slum-tours-in-jakarta-now-operating/'; tweetmeme_source = 'Gadling';
An Indonesian tour operator, is now offering tourists the chance to see the 'other' side of Jakarta - a side tucked away from the sprawling shopping malls and 5-star hotels. Jakarta Hidden Tours is advertising 3 different separate routes through the slums, allowing you to ...Roadmonkey Combines Adventure with Volunteer Opportunities
Apr 29th, 2009 at 8:30AM: Travel company Roadmonkey has created unique travel experiences that combine the thrill of adventure travel with the satisfaction that comes with making a difference in the places we visit. The goal is to offer phsycially demanding outdoor adventures with deeply gratifyng volunteer opportunities to create what they term as "Adventure Philanthropy". Currently the compnay has two expeditions in the ...Visiting Every Country On Earth
Apr 24th, 2009 at 8:30AM: Most travelers have a "life list". That is to say, a list of travel destinations that are amongst their "must see", such as the Great Pyramids or Machu Picchu. Others set goals to visit certain countries, selecting ones that appeal to them on some level. That's exactly what Chris Guillebeau did when he was 22 and working in Africa for an international charity group. At the time, Guillebeau says, ...On Horseback From Beijing to London
Apr 22nd, 2009 at 8:00AM: Last weekend, a 65-year old retired British teacher named Megan Lewis, and her two Chinese companions, Li Jing and Peng Wenchao, climbed into the saddles of their horses, and set off on an epic ride. Over the next three years, they'll cover more than 5000 miles, on two continents, as they travel from Beijing to London completely on horseback. The plan is to deliver a message of good will from ...Taking Rock Climbing Lessons in Thailand
Apr 15th, 2009 at 8:00AM: Thailand has certainly become a hot tourist destination in recent years. It offers an exotic locale with a little something for everyone. The beautiful beaches along its southern coast are amongst the most popular in the world and Bangkok has many colorful and interesting distractions for those looking to explore Thai culture, while the backpacker crowd can head north to Chang Mai and go trekking ...Recession impact evident in January, foreign visits to U.S. down
Apr 13th, 2009 at 9:00AM: Foreign visits to the United States are down 9 percent year-over-year for January 2009, according to an announcement by the U.S. Department of Commerce. Spending by this group of visitors reached $10.6 billion – down 7 percent from January 2008. So, it looks like the people who spend less aren't coming, since cash isn't falling as fast as visitation. Slightly more than 3 million people ...Watch a ship burn at Vivid Sydney
Apr 10th, 2009 at 2:00PM: Vivid Sydney is the largest international music and light festival in the Southern Hemisphere (at least according to the press release they sent me). It starts May 26 and runs through June 14, so you still have time to book your tickets. If Jetstar fits into your travel plans, just make sure you fit into a Jetstar seat ... "The inaugural year of Vivid Sydney is an exciting milestone in the ...Are We in a Golden Age of Green Travel?
Apr 3rd, 2009 at 8:00AM: Clearly the entire travel industry has been undergoing some dramatic changes over the past few years. There was a time when the thought of "green" travel was relegated to a relatively small, niche market that included some eco-conscious tour operators. But in the past few years there has been an inceased effort to be more green in all area of our lives thanks to an increased awareness of global ...Crowne Plaza Today Gurgaon nabs top hotel award
Apr 2nd, 2009 at 2:00PM: The Crowne Plaza Today, Gurgaon just picked the Best Luxury/Upscale Hotel of the Year Award at the Fifth Hotel Investment Conference for South Asia (HICSA). Winners were determined by a vote of registered HICSA delegates, and this was the first year the awards were held. Tony South, Chief Development Officer for InterContinental Hotels Asia Pacific (which manages the property) was obviously ...Tibet Reopens To Foreigners
Apr 2nd, 2009 at 8:01AM: China has announced that it intends to reopen the borders of Tibet on April 5th, allowing foreigners back inside on the eve of the country's biggest tourist season. The borders were closed at the beginning of March due to fears of internal unrest on the 50th anniversary of the Dalai Lama going into exile in India. By most accounts, the anniversary, and the month of March, passed uneventfully, ...Skier Conquers K2 on One Ski
Apr 1st, 2009 at 8:00AM: When it comes to the world of extreme skiing, there are few men as naturally talented as Lane Meyer. He's skied some of the most challenging mountains in the world, from the Himalaya to the Andes and everything in between. But even his most ardent fans felt that he had bitten off more than he could chew when he traveled to the remote Karakorum Range in Pakistan to ski K2, the second tallest ...Seven Endangered Species You Can Still See in the Wild
Mar 30th, 2009 at 8:00AM: There is no doubt that we are fascinated with wildlife. We love to watch diverse and interesting animals, preferably in their natural habitats, and we're often willing to travel to remote places, sometimes at great expense, to see them. If you enjoy the kind of travel that allows for these kinds of animal encounters, they you'll want to check out BootsnAll's list of the Seven Endangered Species ...Want to be a pilot? No experience required
Touring the Taj
Mar 5th, 2009 at 9:00AM: Built in 1648 by Shah Jahan as a monument to his third wife, who died giving birth to their 14th child, the Taj Mahal still stands as one of the greatest man made structures anywhere in the world. Attracting upwards of 4 million visitors per year, the Taj is India's top tourist spot, with many foreigners now being inspired to make the journey thanks to the success of Slumdog Millionaire. Recently ...Visiting Turkmenistan
Feb 14th, 2009 at 8:30AM: Add former Soviet satellite Turkmenistan to the growing list of countries that were once off limits to visitors from the West, who are now opening their borders to tourists for the first time. According to this story from the Wall Street Journal, the Central Asian country is making a concerted effort to market itself to travelers who have "been there, done that" and are now looking for a new ...China's Hidden Outdoor Wonderland
Feb 2nd, 2009 at 8:30AM: The Wall Street Journal published a really interesting story over the weekend about the Guangxi Autonomous Region in Southeast China, which is a gateway to a seldom visited paradise for outdoor enthusiasts looking to climb, mountain bike, or paddle their way through a remote area surrounded by stunning scenery. The largest city in the area is Guilin, but for outside visitors coming to play, ...Running Around The World
Jan 27th, 2009 at 12:30PM: Back in February of 2000, Serge Roehteli, along with his wife Nicole, set out on an amazing journey to circle the globe, running the entire way. The plan was to cover more than 25,000 miles, on six continents, crossing 37 countries in the process. Serge, an experienced ultra-runner, estimated that it would take him five years to complete the project that would see him running the equivalent of a ...
