As I mentioned in my previous post, I have just had occassion to visit a couple of the largest cities in India. I have been to Mumbai several times before, but it was my first visit to New Delhi.

There are a number of obvious contrasts, but the main one is with regard to the amount of construction that is happening at the moment in New Delhi. Lots of new buildings are under construction as are new roads and even a metro system. From some angles when walking through the streets of New Delhi, you could almost be in any financial district of any modern city in the world. Lots of new glass and steel structures.

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I have just returned from a trip to India for my work. As it is a relatively short journey as long haul flights go, my company policy doesn’t allow business class travel. Consequently I had to look for an economy seat with an airline where I could be assured of at least a decent amount of leg room. …read full articles of "Jet Airways - The nicer way to fly to India"

Beijing, a metropolis in northern China, is the capital of the People’s Republic of China.

The guides are full of essential hints on where to go, things to see, Beijing’s Museums, shopping mall and flea markets, quality places reasonably priced where to eat or sip a famous Pilsner, clubs and discos, budget hostels and cheap hotel deals to book, emergency numbers and more.

It was formerly known in English as Peking. Beijing is also one of the four municipalities of the People’s Republic of China, which are equivalent to provinces in China’s administrative structure. …read full articles of "Travel in China - Free Travel Guide of Beijing by Flashbooking aparments online reservation"

Wondering what to do in Bangkok for the weekend? Or what to leave out? Here are ten of the best sights and activities to get the most out of this great Asian city.

Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew
Together, these two attractions are top of most visitors’ itinerary. They form the most splendid and ornate of Thailand’s temples and palaces, making them a primary attraction. Wat Phra Kaew, also commonly referred to as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is the name of the most famous Buddhist temple (wat) in Bangkok, which is situated within a complex of temples and houses the famous Emerald Buddha statue. Sitting adjacent to the temple complex is the Grand Palace, an ornate royal residence built in the neo-Baroque style. Appropriate clothing must be worn for both attractions. …read full articles of "Bangkok top 10 for visitors"