Piano Island / Xiamen / China

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Piano Island / Xiamen / China

Destination China. Contributed by Jens Hoffmann. We were looking for a bit of “Shangri-La” on Xiamen. We had a lovely time here. Xiamen is a city in China. It borders Quanzhou and Zhangzhou. It making this a unique built up area of more than five million people. The city is home to large communities of overseas Chinese in Southeast Asia. We took a ferry (just short trip for 5 mins) to Piano Island nearby Xiamen. As a place of residence for Westerners during Xiamen’s colonial…Continue Reading “Piano Island / Xiamen / China” →

Malang / Indonesia

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Travelling in Asia, information, maps, transport, activities, advice, reviews and itineraries eg. Asia travellers wake up, its me, take a look at me. My name is Malang, in the cool hills of inland East Java in Indonesia. I know that you aware our volatile post-colonial dutch history, conscious of its reputation as a coffee producer and familiar with Bami and Nasi Goreng. Jump in and see something different, go for Malang.

Down under – Wolgan Valley Resort / Sydney / Australia

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Australia – Contributed by James Sartor Lets go back to nature, the holistic experience. Wolgan Valley Resort probably Australia’s most environmentally tourist destination, is set amidst the great scenery of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area in Sydney. The resort is built around a fully restored homestead and nestles within its own private conservation and nature reserve. And a very unique special white Wallaroo. Etihad will bring you to Sydney. I got the invitation to join a press trip to Wolgan Valley Resort &…Continue Reading “Down under – Wolgan Valley Resort / Sydney / Australia” →

24 hours stop over in Bangkok / Shanghai Mansion / BKK / Thailand

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24 hours stop over in Bangkok / Shanghai Mansion / BKK / Thailand

Shanghai Mansion Bangkok, a beautiful hotel nestled amongst the streets of Bangkok, it offers a perfect hideaway. The guests are able to enjoy fine cuisine and elegance of Shanghai Mansion’s interiors alongside with the cultural views and walks of Chinatown/BKK. Its just charming and easy to get atmosphere reminiscent of the Orient of old but with the grip of a modern hotel. All 76 guest rooms are uniquely designed in Chinese style with great attention to detail to provide the very distinctive experience of comfort…Continue Reading “24 hours stop over in Bangkok / Shanghai Mansion / BKK / Thailand” →

House HK, roof top houses (illegal) /China

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Yep, most architects or anyone in general know the policies about illegal roof structures. In Hong Kong it is different, the funky third “bedroom” is often an illegal structure because it is built on the rooftop terrace. The builidngs are often 40 years and more old and the structures were built back towards the beginning. It is concrete and has an adjoining bathroom and is connected to the rest of the flat with a small internal staircase. The HK government has been really cracking down on…Continue Reading “House HK, roof top houses (illegal) /China” →

Worldwide couchsurfing

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Couchsurfa, whats that? It is  not about the furniture, not just about finding free accommodations around the world; it’s about making connections worldwide. Travel for fun, stroll around, make the world a better place by opening houses. Share a few things, welcome the knowledge that cultural exchange makes available. Build up new connections that cross oceans, continents and cultures. Change the way we travel and how we relate to the world!

Capsule hotel, Tokyo / Japan

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Capsule hotel, Tokyo / Japan

Capsule hotels are trendy in Asia, lack of space but not of fun. You will find them in Japan, and HK and eg. They are also very popular in Tokyo and you will find them everywhere, a lot of businessman love to stay overnight in these places in Tokyo, just take a nap and later on back to work. It would be a shame to come to Tokyo and not take a walk across the famous intersection outside Shibuya Station. On sunny afternoons or clear…Continue Reading “Capsule hotel, Tokyo / Japan” →

Condo – Lovely way to live & stay in Bangkok / Thailand

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Condo – Lovely way to live & stay in Bangkok / Thailand

Sawasdee, lovely BKK! If you are looking for home, house, condo and townhouse in Bangkok you will be right here. Cash, Country club, creditcard, contacts and a lovely condo – thats what people in Thailand looking for. I lived a few years in Bangkok, working in the city of angles and have a couple of estate contacts so you can select the best suitable rents and property easily. I would suggest to live in downtown areas such as Sukhumvit, Silom, Sathorn roads close to BTS…Continue Reading “Condo – Lovely way to live & stay in Bangkok / Thailand” →

Loftliving / Berlin / Germany

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Loftliving / Berlin / Germany

House & Hotel Magazine features Berlin. Why Berlin? Because it is one of the sexiest cities in the world. We would suggest to stay a bit longer in a house (private guest house) as part of a “downgrade” residential home. If you like feel free and stay in a Hotel, a rooming property designed to make nightly rental revenue. So, thats a bit about the name houseandhotel. Enjoy the sexiest city in the world. New resto tip in the hotel: LABANCA, a bit of “stylish bella…Continue Reading “Loftliving / Berlin / Germany” →

My home is my castle

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The ultimate in eco-friendly mobile living, a great idea to bring your personal house with your bike. It is perhaps not as far fetched as it might first appear. After all, small or big, portable homes have security issues and bikes can pull quite a bit of weight and innovative bike trailers can even haul up a few pounds more.

House Noma / Copenhagen / Denmark

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House & Hotel feaures this nice location, but we were here because of the food. Organic, organic, organic, thanks to foodpioneers like the chef Mr. Redzepi we are on our way back to nature. The list of the world’s best restaurants containing some news and the winner is Noma/ Denmark.  The title of world’s best restaurant has finally been wrenched from the grip of El Bulli in Spain, with Denmark’s Noma a newcomer, being acclaimed as the globe’s greatest dining experience. Mr Redzepis groundbreaking restaurant in Copenhagen,…Continue Reading “House Noma / Copenhagen / Denmark” →

Living in Bangkok

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Living in Bangkok

City of Angels Chatuchakis the largest week end market in the world. Based in Bangkok, frequently called JJ and contains upwards of 7,000 stalls. It is estimated that the market receives 200,000 visitors each day.[Most stalls only open on Saturdays and Sundays though Jatujak Plaza, the western section is open daily. In the north west corner is the J.J. Mall, with three floors of assorted oddments as well as eateries.The market offers a wide variety of products including household items, clothing, Thai handicrafts, religious artifacts, foods, and…Continue Reading “Living in Bangkok” →