Spiritual moments at Borobudur Yogjakarta / Indonesia

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Destinationreport Asia-Pacific contributed by John Miles. My days in Indonesia. Bangkok, Angkor Wat be aware, Borobudur is coming. Where and who is Borobur? We booked a flight from Singapore to Yogyakarta and we were glad that it was a direct flight, no stopover in Jakarta. The airport is quite special, the international terminal building is a fraction of the size its domestic terminal. Only two international routes are processed there: Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. I loved the international airport , so special. Airports are just…Continue Reading “Spiritual moments at Borobudur Yogjakarta / Indonesia” →

Morocco – hideaways abroad

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This unique bathroom, belongs to an old house in Morocco and was converted into usable rentable, commercial house space.  The interior of the house is different. I will post some more info on this cool property soon. Anyway, cu in Morocco. Besides Marakesh go to Casablanca and watch out for nice locations of the American romantic drama film directed by Michael Curtiz, starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman and Paul Henreid.

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” →

My condo – live in Bangkok / Thailand

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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 three 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 skytrain…Continue Reading “My condo – live in Bangkok / Thailand” →

Cities we like: Berlin

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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 one of the sexiest city in the world. New resto tip in the hotel: LABANCA, a bit of…Continue Reading “Cities we like: Berlin” →

Gastro tip: Noma in Copenhagen – Denmark

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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, which serves only food from the Nordic region, was placed into the top spot thanks…Continue Reading “Gastro tip: Noma in 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” →

Lofts in the “Paul-Lincke Höfe” – five courtyards in Berlin

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Today we feature a special housing project. The Grimm Brothers’ fairy tales are the inspiration for five courtyard gardens in an abandoned factory being converted into luxury loft apartments. Situated over a parking garage and in the shadow of surrounding buildings, the courtyards are a series of man–made, magical vignettes. By transforming traditional tales into a built environment, a cultural connection is made to German folklore, celebrating the mythical quality of Germany. The design provides a strong and memorable identity for the courtyards, creating a…Continue Reading “Lofts in the “Paul-Lincke Höfe” – five courtyards in Berlin” →

Matt Harding – Where the hell is Matt? – Australia

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Matt Harding – Where the hell is Matt? – Australia

Guess what, I saw him in Australia. Matt is a funny aussie guy, who quit his job @home in Australia and traveled the globe to film himself dancing in around 50 countries. Later on Matt decided filming himself dance and filmed the people of each country dancing along with him. The result is awseome feel-good video footage  that brings the people of the world closer and together. I love him. Quantas will bring you to Sydney. Qantas frequent flyers will find it easier to snare an…Continue Reading “Matt Harding – Where the hell is Matt? – Australia” →

Houses ” Travel & bureaucracy”

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The working environment of civil servants tells us about the personalities of these servants and the country for which they work. Gypsie travel to Bolivia, China, France, India, Jemen, Liberia, Russia and the United States, in order to portray civil servants while sitting behind their desks. Kunsthal Rotterdam shows more, the portraits provide a clear image of bureaucracy in various forms of government. We invite you to see something different and regret nothing…

Burning Man, Nevada

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Burning Man is a week-long annual event held in the Black Rock Desert ( Nevada, USA). The party starts on the Monday before, and ends on the day of, the American Labor Day holiday. It takes its name from the ritual burning of a large wooden effigyon on Saturday evening. The event is a kind of an experiment in music, dance, community, fun and self expression.