Macau is often referred to as the Las Vegas of China, but it's so much more than that. Macau can be found an hour to the West of Hong Kong and is a destination for those who love unique culture, delicious cuisine, gambling, and beautiful architecture. Here's what to do and see and what to know before you visit. Macau’s Key Points ● Macau was once a Portuguese colony and that cultural influence can still be felt in the region. ● Macau’s … [Read more...]
Chicago – A Foodie’s Dream Come True
If you have never seriously explored the food scenes in Chicago, you’ll be surprised to find that the Windy City is home to a wide spectrum of international cuisines – from the unpretentious and budget-friendly Chicago dog to fine dining establishments owned and operated by celebrity chefs. There are plenty of cheap eats on the street, as well as super expensive Michelin restaurants. Foodie travel blogger Gourmet Flyer published a dining guide to … [Read more...]
Club dVIN Announces Historic Opportunity to Participate in Bhutan’s First Wine Harvest
Select Club dVIN members will set out on a fantastical journey that will span snipping grapes, extraordinary adventures, and breaking ground on the new Ser Kem Winery Thimphu, BHUTAN – November, 2022 – Club dVIN, the world's premier global non-fungible token (NFT) wine club, has announced an unprecedented opportunity for oenophiles to participate in one of a series of weeklong excursions during Bhutan’s first wine grape harvest. Spanning 10 … [Read more...]
La Carmina – Blogger, Author, Journalist and TV Host
La Carmina is a multi-talented lifestyle blogger, TV host and an author of 4 books including the upcoming “The Little Book of Satanism: A Guide to Satanic History, Culture, and Wisdom,” published by Simon & Schuster on October 25, 2022. I recently managed to get hold of her and asked her a couple questions. Q. You started as a blogger and slowly moved towards becoming an author and TV host. What has your journey been like to get to where … [Read more...]
A Whistle Stop Guide To Macau in China
Macau, a self-governing region on the south coast of China and close to Hong Kong, is known in the west as gambling hub, bigger even than Vegas and as noisy and sinful as Nevada’s famous city. But what few people know is that Macau has other tourist attractions off the beaten gambler’s track. There are museums, zoos, great food, exciting rides and lots of outdoor activities that mean you don’t actually have to put it all on red to enjoy this … [Read more...]
7 Reasons To Fly With Cathay Pacific Airlines
Cathay Pacific is a Hong Kong-based airline that flies its passengers anywhere. Whether you want to fly to Osaka or England, Cathay Pacific will be your companion on the way. The airline revolves around friendly packages for loyal passengers and post-flying management programmes. CPA is the flag carrier of Hong Kong and the fifth largest airline globally. The Cathay Pacific projects have recently evolved, and passengers see variations like … [Read more...]
Virginia Chan, Founder of Humid with a Chance of Fishballs
Q. You moved from Vancouver to Hong Kong in 2012 to join the corporate world. Vancouver is also known as “city of neighborhoods” with a sizable portion of Hong Kong immigrants. What do you see the similarities and differences between both cities in terms of culture, people and of course, local food? In terms of culture - I think Hong Kong tends to lean towards workaholic culture. Time is money, and everything runs at a faster pace here. If … [Read more...]
Sailing The Philippine Islands: The Pearl Of The Orient
(From the August/September 2005 issue of "Escape From America Magazine" Vol. 8 No. 1 - EscapeArtist.com Inc. 832-1245 World Trade Center Panama, Republic of Panama) The alluring beauty of the Far East is seen through its contrasts of culture, lifestyle, and climate. Everyone has a desire to live and settle in a paradise of ease and quiet enjoyment. To many, the east provides such a place: an environment that satisfies every transient and … [Read more...]
Alternative Destinations to Las Vegas
Whether it's a roll of the dice, a flip of a card, a last-second buzzer-beater, or a pull of the slot handle, heading out for a weekend in Las Vegas can be a thrilling experience. There's nothing quite like the bright lights, atmosphere, and overall vibe of America's Sin City. Believe it or not, there are places worldwide that give Las Vegas a run for its money. If you're getting tired of the desert scenery in America, check out these four … [Read more...]
Setting your Sights on Singapore
Singapore Island is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. It is also one of the wealthiest South East Asian countries. The city is extremely clean and well manicured and is one of the cleanest large cities we have ever visited. During our recent stay it was not uncommon to find signs indicating $500 to $1000 Singapore dollars for various offenses ($330 to $660 US dollars). For instance it is against the law to jaywalk or eat … [Read more...]
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