Chiang Mai is an infinitely lovable city - who could remain aloof from a place that during the first World War (a time of planes, factories, bombs and blossoming technology) could only be reached by elephant?!
Unsurprisingly, it was voted as the top place to live in the whole of Asia recently. Nearly everything in this city seems to be from another world, despite the fact that it is...
Car buying has an entirely new dimension added to it when you will be spending that quarter of your waking life which represents your working hours in it. The need to pick the right vehicle is multiplied when you are an owner-operator, and repair money, as well as fuel money comes out of your own pocket or profit. Here we examine the best heavy duty trucks in Hong Kong, according to customer...
Food is something that truly unites the world. Eating is an activity that is common to all of us, and one of the true markers of our globalised world is the fact that croissants can be had in both France and China, sushi is now more Californian than Japanese, and yiros are the midnight takeaway of choice not only in Greece, but throughout Australia.
If you are travelling to Macau, one of...
You would be hard-pressed to find a person whose life has not been touched by cancer in Western society today - even in many developing countries it is one of the most common causes of death. Thailand cancer centers researching cancer survivors have found that nutritional support is one of the most potent weapons in our arsenal against cancer.
Cancer itself has symptoms that are wide-ranging...
You will never find a restaurant that serves food, but not drinks - yet strangely enough, you will find many restaurant reviews that talk about the cuisine, but not the refreshments! Here we look at Macanese cuisine\'s forgotten cousin - the large range of international beverages available on the peninsula, with a signature exotic Macau twist.
Macau is such an international haven that many...
It is often said of Chicago that it is a city with a swagger - it is the heart of the Midwest in America, and retains that cowboy cool amongst its skyscrapers and love of theatre.
If you are staying in a Chicago hotel, you will find that swagger is only a symptom of a greater condition - keeping to the principles and nature of small Midwestern towns, with their friendliness and hospitality,...
Depending on which country you reside in, there can be anywhere from hundreds of dollars worth of reasons to choose medical tourism, to hundreds of thousand of dollars worth of reasons.
The much lower cost of surgery alongside just as qualified and professional medical staff, a more luxurious and relaxing recuperative experience, and more personal and friendly service at many international...
If you are travelling to Macau, firstly, congratulations on a unique and thrilling choice of destination!
The country has a fabulous blend of Portuguese and Chinese cultures, and has a growing reputation as the Monte Carlo of the East. However, if gambling is not your activity of choice you may be finding it difficult to discover the real Macau, its festivals, shopping, handicrafts, and...
Heart disease comes in many forms, and kills many people each year. There have been literally hundreds of studies on how heart disease can be prevented and treated, both medically, surgically, and dietetically.
One of the latest and most exciting developments in the treatment of heart disease, that has been taken up with alacrity by hospital heart centers and cardiac surgery facilities the...
Japan is a country of contrasts and contradictions, with its wooden shacks neighbouring shiny glass fronted condos, temples sitting alongside ugly buildings, and technological advancements alongside traditional tea houses.
This can all make for a confusing visit, especially for the business traveller who needs to have a smooth stay. Pone thing that you need to be able to depend on is a safe...
