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Take a tour of Bangkok, Thailand — part of the World’s Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats. Number ten, Wat Arun. Bangkok has one of the greatest collections of temples in the world. This Buddhist temple, also known as “Temple of the Dawn” is quite spectacular. Number nine, Lumpini Park. Bangkok is a massive city; Lumpini Park offers an excellent escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. You can just relax or engage in an activity. Number eight, Wat Pho. It is said to be the largest and oldest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. An extremely large statue of a reclining Buddha [More]

The Walla Walla Valley has often been called “the next Napa Valley,” and for good reason. This is a place where winemakers from around the world are coming to start the next generation of legendary wineries. Despite this growth, most wineries remain small, family-run operations. When visiting the wineries, you often get the chance to talk directly with the winemakers and learn what makes Walla Walla Valley wine so special. The Valley’s reputation for producing world-class wine took root in 1977 with the founding of Leonetti Cellar, followed by Woodward Canyon in 1981 and L’Ecole in 1983. In 1984, the [More]

Malaysia is situated just north of the Equator, between Thailand and Singapore. Malaysia is a federation of 13 states, with 11 on the Malaysian Peninsula and two on the island of Borneo. With a population of just over 27 million people, a low cost of living and a year-round tropical climate, Malaysia remains a favourite destination for travellers the world over. Malaysia’s diverse cultural heritage adds spice and colour to every aspect of life here, from religions and festivals to culinary traditions and architecture. The national language is Malay, but English is widely-spoken, making it a breeze for travellers to [More]