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BA2LI, Indonesia
A favorite destination for locals and thousands of international tourists, Bali has magnificent beaches, breathtaking scenery and a rich culture. It is known for its beautiful mountains and temples, and is a place where you can enjoy diving, sailing, rafting and above all surfing. It is where the ultimate luxuries of life - fine dining, spas with wonderful massages have reached the peak of perfection. Check out Karsa Spa’s signature deep tissue massage ($16 for 60 minute massage; ph 0361 8493518; www.karsaspa.com). With a choice of dining outlets and a swim-up tropical bar,
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the No.1 water park in Asia by TripAdvisor in 2015. (Open: 9am-6pm, Adults $0.50, Children under 11 $0.30;
ph +62 361 755 676; www.waterbom-bali.com). The Mayong Village Tracking Experience is a great three hour tour
if you would like to experience the daily life of the local Balinese people. (Adults $23; ph +62 823 4071 9179; www.mayongtrackingexperience.com).
BA3NGKOK, Thailand
As the capital of Thailand, Bangkok is a city known for its high- rise buildings, historic charm and vibrant nightlife. It is one of Asia’s most cosmopolitan cities with exotic temples, exquisite canals and busy markets. Besides its famous floating market, Bangkok has endless bars, shows, restaurants, cafes and high-end shopping to enjoy. A trip to Bangkok would not be complete without visiting the Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho). It is the largest and oldest temple in Bangkok and is home to the enormous reclining Buddha. (Open: 8am-5pm, Adults $4; ph 0 2226 0335; www.watpho.com). For the best shopping, Chatuchak Weekend Market is one of Bangkok’s best attractions. It is the largest market in Thailand with over 5000 stalls selling everything from clothing to pets, antiques, plants, jewelry and food. (Open: Saturday and Sunday, 6am-6pm; www.chatuchak.org). One of Bangkok’s oldest attractions,
the Dusit Zoo has animals from all over the world including African attractions like tigers, lions, giraffes and hippos. (Open: 8am-6pm, Adults $4, Children $.80; ph 0 2282 7111; www.zoothailand.org).
PH4UKET, Thailand
As Thailand’s largest and most popular island, Phuket is famous for its sandy beaches, clear waters and vibrant nightlife. Whether you relish the frantic pace of Patong or the quieter Karon Beach, it’s a great place for families and people wanting to swim, snorkel or surf. Phuket’s rich and fertile tropical interior is home to elephants, colorful birds and tranquil ponds. Don’t miss the Gibbon Rehabilitation Center. The center adopts gibbons that have been kept in captivity in anticipation they’ll be reintroduced to the wild. (Open: 9am-4pm, 40 cents per person; ph 6676260492; www.gibbonproject.org). Heroines Monument is one
of Phuket’s most visited landmarks. It tells the story of
how sisters Lady Chan and Lady Mook led the people into
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After a lazy day on one of Bali’s beaches, its mountains offer a cool change and beautiful views. Bangkok’s water ways offer a stunning view of the Royal Palace at dusk. Phuket is famous for its beaches, friendly people, nightlife and its ubiquious longtale boats.
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