A Rare State - Gujarat Features Rare Wildlife In Diverse Habitats
Lions, leopards, elephants, camels, the list of India’s exotic wildlife goes >>

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A Zen State Of Mind - A Templestay Provides A Window On Korea’s Soul

Korean Buddhist temples have provided a spiritual sanctuary for the Korean people for 1,700 years. Now everyone can experience the tranquility of a... more >>

Spectacular South India - Highlights From Karnataka, Kerala & Tamil Nadu

From “India’s Silicon Valley” to “God’s Own Country”, “The Scotland of India” to the “Queen of the Hill Stations”, the southern... more >>

Here & There
December 2011

Halong Bay in Vietnam has been named as one of the “New 7 Wonders of Nature”. The dramatic bay studded with nearly 2,000 limestone karst islands... more >>


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It’s Incredible - India Is A Destination Of A Lifetime
February 2010 India Destination Guide

Fifty years. That’s how long Indiatourism, Toronto has been in Canada promoting travel to this wonderfully fascinating place. That is 50 years of... more >>

Arts & Crafts - Shopping For Indian Treasures
February 2010 India Destination Guide

In India the shopping is fabulous. Every region has its specialized crafts and arts, from exotic silks, sparkling gems, and gleaming brassware to... more >>

Island-Hopping Heaven - Best Of The Philippines: Cebu, Bohol, Boracay
January 2011

A little bit off the typical tourist radar, the Philippines – often called the Pearl of the Orient – is apt to impress visitors (be it families,... more >>


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A Zen State Of Mind - A Templestay Provides A Window On Korea’s Soul

Korean Buddhist temples have provided a spiritual sanctuary for the Korean people for 1,700 years. Now everyone can experience the tranquility of a... more >>
Spectacular South India - Highlights From Karnataka, Kerala & Tamil Nadu

From “India’s Silicon Valley” to “God’s Own Country”, “The Scotland of India” to the “Queen of the Hill Stations”, the southern... more >>
Here & There
December 2011
Halong Bay in Vietnam has been named as one of the “New 7 Wonders of Nature”. The dramatic bay studded with nearly 2,000 limestone karst islands... more >>
The Other Side - Rural Wilderness In Hong Kong’s Concrete Jungle
October 2011
Contrary to popular belief, there’s more to this cosmopolitan city than tall buildings, great cuisine and shopping malls. With over 200 islands,... more >>
Now’s The Time For Korea - Shopping, Temples, Beaches, Festivals – There’s So Much To Do
August 2011
The Visit Korea Year Campaign, running through 2012, welcomes the world with a full calendar of events, fascinating cultural events, its rich... more >>
Asia Now
May 2011 Asia Now Destination Guide
“Asia is one of the hottest regions,” says Michael Lim of the group Asia Now. “It has one of the largest percentages of growth and has such a... more >>
Green Is The Way For Malaysia
May 2011 Asia Now Destination Guide
Malaysia is undertaking a number of conservation/sustainable tourism initiatives, focusing on how travellers can help to give back to the rainforests... more >>
Time Out In Seoul
May 2011 Asia Now Destination Guide
Korea is a great place to see ancient cultures, try intriguing foods and shop the local markets – even if you are on a limited schedule. Don’t... more >>
Hong Kong Living Culture
May 2011 Asia Now Destination Guide
Nowhere on earth combines traditional customs with modern lifestyles as well as Hong Kong – Asia’s world city. A major commercial centre in Asia,... more >>
Captivating China
May 2011 Asia Now Destination Guide
This is the year to tour, taste and experience Chinese culture from ancient tribal customs (hanging funeral boats), philosophies (Confucianism) and... more >>
Always Amazing
May 2011 Asia Now Destination Guide
With more than 60 per cent of Canadians visiting Thailand for a second, third, even a fourth time, it is easy to fall into the “been there, done... more >>
Island-Hopping Heaven - Best Of The Philippines: Cebu, Bohol, Boracay
January 2011
A little bit off the typical tourist radar, the Philippines – often called the Pearl of the Orient – is apt to impress visitors (be it families,... more >>
Year Of India 2011 - India Celebrates Its Rich Culture Across Canada
January 2011 India Destination Guide
2011 is the Year Of India In Canada, and what a year it will be. A five-month festival of cultural and travel events will make its way across Canada,... more >>
Digging Through Time - The Cradle Of Indian Civilization Slowly Reveals its Secrets
January 2011 India Destination Guide
India’s history begins with the birth of the Indus Valley Civilization, which dates back to around 3000 BC, and rivals Sumer and Egypt as... more >>
You Want It, We Got It - Shops & Bazaars Are Another Place To Discover The Real India
January 2011 India Destination Guide
As in all aspects of India, shopping is an experience full of contrasts and steeped in local cultures, traditions, and materials. From the exotic –... more >>
Rural Delights - Head Out Of Town & Discover The Other India
January 2011 India Destination Guide
India’s many great and historic cities are the draw for most visitors. But the sights, sounds, cultures, cuisine and monuments can sometimes... more >>
A Gift Of The Gods - Indian Food Is Indescribable & Incredible
January 2011 India Destination Guide
Indian food is indescribable. With no unified cuisine – just a vast array of regional specialties based on local climate and agriculture – the... more >>
Fast Facts: India 2011 - Important India Travel Info
January 2011 India Destination Guide
Air India: offers daily service between Toronto and India via Heathrow; four flights to Amritsar in Punjab; and three flights to Delhi. more >>
Having Faith - Discover India’s Kaleidoscope Of Sacred Sites & Beliefs
January 2011 India Destination Guide
It is a misty morning on the Ganga River in Varanasi. As the sun sheds its early golden glow we sit in a boat to float a small candle and flower in... more >>
Temples, Stupas & Ancient Spendour - Communing With History In Andhra Pradesh
January 2011 India Destination Guide
Sitting on the Bay of Bengal in southern India, Andhra Pradesh on the Deccan Plateau is a land of grand temples rising from hillocks, spectacular... more >>
Asia Report December 2010
December 2010
Driven by multi-billion dollar investments in new tourism infrastructure, 2010 is the year of grand openings in Singapore – from two integrated... more >>
Islands In Paradise - The Joys Of Thailand’s Off-Shore Beaches
November 2010
Thailand offers up a feast for the senses with its ornate Buddhist temples, deeply ingrained and compelling culture, delectable food, and extreme... more >>
Conserving Korea’s Culture – Discover Korea’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites
August 2010
Korea produces some of the most forward-thinking technologies in the world while preserving the traditions and culture of its 5,000 years of history... more >>
City Of Many Faces - A Quick Look At Singapore’s Many Charms
March 2008
‘Cosmopolitan’ is an understatement when it comes to Singapore. This city of close to four million is a tapestry of cultures with Chinese, Malay... more >>
China’s Victoria Jenna World’s Biggest
September 2009
Victoria Cruises has launched the Victoria Jenna, the world’s largest and most technologically advanced luxury river cruise ship. more >>
Multi-Faceted China - Exotic, Mysterious, & Booming
March 2008
There’s a Starbucks inside Beijing’s Forbidden City. This was my focal point in a kaleidoscope of images illustrating the booming modernization... more >>
Stay A While - Korea Is The Perfect Stop-Over In Asia
May 2008
Korea has a great deal to offer as a destination on its own, but it’s also a great stop-over combined with other countries. If your clients only... more >>
Seoul Search - A Perfect Blend Of Modern & Ancient Cultures
November 2008
Sitting in a vast steaming public bath in the equally vast city of Seoul dressed only in a small pair of earrings, my mind started wandering a little... more >>
Frommer's Top Spots
February 2008
The editors at Frommer’s have consulted their many author-experts to come up with the top destinations for 2008. The list of 13 of the best and... more >>
The Doctor Is In - Korea Is Moving Into The Medical Tourism Market
August 2009
Korea is after a piece of the medical travel market and has cleared the way for state-licensed clinics and hospitals to directly seek foreign... more >>
Seoul Stopover Program
August 2008
Korea is inviting transit passengers to enjoy the truly unexpected while in Seoul. As of August 1, travellers who would normally continue onwards to... more >>
Legendary Okinawa - UNESCO Sites Housed Gods & Kings
April 2010
Okinawa’s history is steeped in legend while its UNESCO World Heritage sites offer a glimpse of its majestic bygone days. According to local... more >>
3 Days In Beijing - A Flying Trip Through China’s Capital
March 2010
Beijing has new swagger. Sure, the city has been the Chinese capital in one form or another for 2,500 years. But most recently the megatropolis of 17... more >>
A Rare State - Gujarat Features Rare Wildlife In Diverse Habitats
February 2010 India Destination Guide
Lions, leopards, elephants, camels, the list of India’s exotic wildlife goes on and on. India cares about its wildlife and has developed a network... more >>
Arts & Crafts - Shopping For Indian Treasures
February 2010 India Destination Guide
In India the shopping is fabulous. Every region has its specialized crafts and arts, from exotic silks, sparkling gems, and gleaming brassware to... more >>
Blast From The Past - India’s UNESCO Temples & Palaces
February 2010 India Destination Guide
With its great religious, cultural and political history is it any wonder that India is home to 27 sites that have been included on the UNESCO list... more >>
Fast Facts - Important India Travel Info
February 2010 India Destination Guide
Air India: offers daily service between Toronto and India via Heathrow aboard state-of-the-art 342-seat Boeing 777-300ER air craft, with four flights... more >>
It’s Incredible - India Is A Destination Of A Lifetime
February 2010 India Destination Guide
Fifty years. That’s how long Indiatourism, Toronto has been in Canada promoting travel to this wonderfully fascinating place. That is 50 years of... more >>
Let The Games Begin - Delhi Gets Ready To Host The World
February 2010 India Destination Guide
Delhi will host the 2010 Commonwealth Games October 3 to 14 in what is the largest multi-sport event ever conducted in India, with an expected two... more >>
Rural Delights - Head Out Of Town & Discover The Other India
February 2010 India Destination Guide
India’s many great and historic cities are the draw for most visitors. But the sights, sounds, cultures, cuisine and monuments can sometimes... more >>
Tiny Rails - Explore India’s Hill Resorts By Toy Train
February 2010 India Destination Guide
One of the truly unique ways to see India is aboard the “toy” trains, narrow gauge railways that chug up to the hill resorts of Shimla, Ooty... more >>
Trekking The Top - See The Himalayas The Natural Way
February 2010 India Destination Guide
India is the ultimate destination for a trekking holiday, offering everything from short, easy excursions to the long challenges of major... more >>
Trip Of A Lifetime - Medical Tourism On The Rise
February 2010 India Destination Guide
Medical tourism will experience “explosive growth” over the next five years, perhaps increasing to six million by 2010 and creating a $100... more >>
Cruisin’ Kerala - Discovering Southern India’s Magical Backwaters
November 2009
his is preposterous. Just a few moments ago we were wide-eyed in terror on a highway free-for-all, narrowly missing a series of head-on collisions... more >>