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At a Glance
The city of Bangkok, known in Thai as Krung Thep or "City of Angles", is the capital of Thailand, founded in 1782 by King Rama1. Bangkok is the country's principal gateway and port. Lying a mere 30 kilometers(19miles) from the sea, the city sprawls 1500 square kilometers (58 square miles), on both sides of Thailand's main river, the Chao Phraya.
At an altitude of approximately 310 meters above sea level, Chiang Mai sits on the Mae Ping River basin approximately 700 kilometers from Bangkok, Thailand. Surrounded by high mountain ranges the terrain is mainly comprised of jungles and mountains, which are home to many fascinating hill tribes. Chiang Mai is a fascinating city with a rich 700 year history and is home to more than 300 temples.
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As the world's eighth-largest city, Shanghai is at the centre of China's spectacular economic growth. Once a city of nightclubs and French Villas, today's Shanghai is it's own province, as well as a city of dazzling spectacle.The Pudong Shangri-la, Shanghai lies at the epicentre of the city's massive attraction, the Pudong New Area-Shanghai's economic, financial and commercial centre.
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Beijing is the striking metropolitan core of a country with one of the world's oldest civilizations. Beijing has a history of over 3000 years, with countless renowned historical, ancient and culture sites. In the past 20 years, the capital of the People's Republic of China has developed into a modern metropolis, and the nation's political, economic, trade, educational and cultural centre.
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Penang, an Island just off the northwest coast of Malaysia, forms a part of the Malaysian state of the same name. The major city on the Island, George Town, is often called Penang. The Island features tropical beaches, historic sights, and one of the best opportunities to experience the diversity of Malaysian culture.
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Boracay is famous for its white-powder beaches and crystal-blue waters and is a butterfly-shaped island 315 kilometers (195miles) south of the Phillipine capital, Manila. Shangri-la's Boracay Resort and Spa is located on the hilly and verdant northwestern tip of the island. A balance of urban comforts and natural wonders, the island offers colourful shops and resturants, a wide variety of beach activities and water sports as well as pristine beaches, scenic nature trails and diverse flora and fauna.
Cebu is often called the "Queen City of the South" and the seat of Christianity in the Philippines. Cebu is the Philippines' oldest city, a tropical paradise with a rich, historic past. Cebu blends island warmth with the cosmopolitan charms of luxurious accommodation, extensive sports facilities, cuisines ranging from the native to the exotic and vibrant nightlife.
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Hawaii is like no other place on earth. Home to one of the world's most active volcanoes and the world's tallest sea mountain. Birthplace of modern surfing, the hula, and Hawaii Regional Cuisine. Former seat of a royal kingdom and home to the only royal palace on US soil.Hawaii is one of the youngest geological formations in the world and the youngest state of the union.But perhaps Hawaii's most unique feature is its aloha spirit:the warmth of Hawaii's people that wonderfully complements the Islands temperatures.
There are six major Islands to visit in Hawaii:Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai, Maui and Hawaii's Big Island. You'll find each island has its own distinct personality and offers it's own adventures, activities and sights.Mark Twain called Hawaii, " That peaceful land, beautiful land...the climate, one long delicious summer day, and the good that die experience no change, for they but fall asleep in one heaven and wake up in another." We invite you to explore the Islands of Aloha to find your own heavenly Hawaii Experience.