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Guest Post: Winding your way through Sydney’s Chinatowns

How can a traveler navigate the Aussie city’s myriad Asian cuisines? Often mistaken for the country’s capital – a title which in fact belongs to Canberra – Sydney is the most popular urban destination in Australia . What’s more, with flight prices falling (you can pick up a cheap flight to Sydney for less than £650 with dialaflight.com), it has become one of the world’s favourite tourist spots. And it isn’t simply a big draw because of the stunning architecture and elegant sails of Sydney Opera House . Nor is it solely due to the 30-plus beaches which are nestled around this harbour town. Alongside culture, landscape and weather, Sydney is now a foodie destination. And with a history of increased immigration from South East Asian countries – and other cultures further afield – Sydney now boasts one of the most diverse and experimental Asian food scenes in the world. So where to go? And what to taste? Sydney’s Chinatown Any gastronomic trip through Sydney’s Chinatowns mus

Guest Post: Ultimate European Foodie Experiences

When you’re deciding on a holiday destination, sometimes it’s better to lead with your stomach rather than your brain. Culinary tourism is growing in popularity as cheap flights become more common. Here’s a quick start guide for the ultimate European foodie destinations. Gelato making in Italy Primary designed for entrepreneurs wishing to make their own luxury ice creams, the Carpigiani Gelato University is an international school with a primary base in Bologna. This is an intensive course and not for the faint of heart; a semester at the school covers everything from how to make gelato to how to market it. Tasting pastries in Paris French food is famed for being intricate, and Parisian pastry chefs are widely regarded as some of the best in the world. A visit to Paris would not be complete without a visit to a patisserie. The sheer number of café’s may be overwhelming for a new tourist, but why not work your way through this guide to the top 38 cakes in the city of love ? Fo

Prematurity Awareness Month, Meet 32 weeker Baby Liam Jace

November is Prematurity Awareness Month, we'd like to share our new challenge of being a Preemie parent to our baby boy, Liam Jace who was born last October 30, 2011 at 3:10 am via c-section, I had severe preeclampsia, pneumonia and asthma. My OB, Dra. Domingo said he cried right away when they got him. He's premature at 32 weeks, he needs to be in NICU (neonatal intensive care unit)  for I don't know how many days. Hopefully he recovers fast so we can bring him home. God is so good to us because He saved us both, the cord was already tied up and Drs. said he might not survive if he stayed longer in my womb. A miracle indeed! Baby Liam Jace :) he's strong and a fighter! He will make it with God's help! Please pray for baby Liam too for his quick recovery.

Travel Tips: Hong Kong Guide

Hоng Kоng іѕ prеmіеr fаmilу tоurіsm dеѕtinаtіоn іn thе соntinеnt. Wіth аll thе fеѕtivе fеаѕtіng, inсense burnіng, drаgоn аnd lіоn dаnсing, аnd pаrаdеs соmіng tоgеthеr. Thе соuntrу offerѕ thе vіѕіtor a multіtude оf fаntаѕtiс еntеrtаinmеnt, shорping аnd dіnіng optіоnѕ. Hоngkоng аlѕо рrеservеs thе nаture аt іtѕ bеѕt whісh іѕ bеіng ѕuрроrted by rаreѕt ѕресiеѕ оf fаunаѕ. Hоng Kоng bеаutу wіll рrоvіde уou wіth thе glіmpsе оf ѕеa, skу аnd greеnеrу hоldіng hаnd аt Mаi Pао and Abеrdееn. Hongkоng tourіsm will аmaze уоu with thе dіvеrѕе contrаѕts and clоѕe immеdіасy оf strіkіng сіtу еsсaреѕ аnd ѕоаrіng mоuntаіnѕ, еxtеnѕіvе greеn соuntrуѕіde аnd hеrіtage ѕitеѕ. Hоng Kоng trаvеl guidе gіvеѕ уou іnfо abоut thе lоcаtіоn, trаnѕрort, ѕhopріng, сlіmаtе, attrасtіоnѕ, аnd othеr hеlрful tірѕ while уou аrе on tour. Whethеr уou vіsіt the ѕtunnіng Viсtоriа Pеаk, fаntаѕtiс Oсeаn Park, and thе bеаutiful Rерulsе Bаy, the сountrу wіll еxсeеd уоur exресtаtiоns. The соuntrу hаѕ unіque сulturаl that саn’t bе ѕее

Guest Post: Turn your Love of Eating into a Food Blog

Obsess over the contents of every meal? Is the biggest stressor of your day the decision of where to get dinner? Do your friends roll their eyes at you when you talk about eating? If you answer these questions in the affirmative, then you likely consider yourself a foodie: a person driven by a passion for all things in the culinary arts. Foodies scour their local communities for edible gems found in restaurants and markets often located well off the well beaten path of popular food culture. Ardent foodies venture into the edible unknown, leaving behind “normal” food venues in search of more interesting and fulfilling eats. Most people don’t spend too much time thinking about where or what they’re going to eat. So as the “lone wolves” of dining, foodies often find themselves without friends to share in their culinary explorations. If you find yourself frequently eating at restaurants or sampling new market wares by yourself, I have a suggestion for you to reach out to

Travel Deal: 3D/2N Luxurious Alta Vista de Boracay!

3D/2N Alta Vista de Boracay Packages ! Only P16,990 Studio Room for 2 or P28,990 Family Suite for 4! Inclusive of Airfare + Transfers + Breakfast! Highlights One of the most prestigious and posh resort hotels on the sunny island paradise of Boracay! Spectacular view of the island! Spacious rooms include queen-sized beds, LCD TV, fully stocked mini-bar, and a personal balcony! Enjoy the hotel's lavish facilities, including the impressive infinity pool! Free hourly shuttle services to D'Mall to take you closer to the white sand beaches! All packages are inclusive of delicious breakfast!   We just can't get enough of Boracay in these parts, so here we go again with another awesome vacation deal, this time from the prestigious and luxurious Alta Vista de Boracay Resort. And because we're CashCashPinoy, you can bet that this deal is exciting as all get out! Just check out the packages and see what we mean! Sign up at CASHCASHPINOY to get this deal

Food Deal: Experience Dusit Thani's Family Sunday Brunch!

50% OFF! Only P900 for a Family Sunday Brunch at Dusit Thani! Enjoy delicious Food & Drinks from Umu, Tosca, Benjarong and Basix Restaurants! Limited Quantity! Actual Value P1800 (50% Savings) Sign up at CASHCASHPINOY to get this deal Highlights Enjoy the finest dishes from Dusit Thani’s signature restaurants Umu, Tosca, Benjarong and Basix! Food lovers are utterly impressed with the myriad of sumptuous authentic Thai, Japanese, Italian, Indian, Filipino, Western and other international delicacies offered at the hotel. Have food cooked in front of you in the live cooking stations! Only the freshest premium ingredients are used!

Travel Deal: 3D/2N in Hong Kong ALL-INCLUSIVE!

3D/2N Hong Kong including Hotel accommodation in Twin Sharing + Breakfasts + Roundtrip Airfare with Airport transfers + Disneyland Day Tour + City Tour Guide + Travel Insurance + HK Taxes - Valid until December 20, 2011. Only P15990 with Actual Value of P29641 (47% Savings). Sign up at CASHCASHPINOY to get this deal Highlights All you need for a memorable, hassle-free trip to Hong Kong is here! 3D/2N accommodation at Silka Seaview or Silka West Kowloon or similar with sumptuous daily breakfast included. Roundtrip airfare with PAL + airport transfers! Experience the Magic at Disneyland with your FREE Day Pass. FREE Tours to iconic spots of the city including: The Stars Avenue, Aberdeen Fishing Village, The Mid levels of Victoria Peak, Jewelry Factory & Factory Outlet! All inclusive of FREE English Speaking Guide + Travel insurance + fuel surcharge + all HK Taxes/Service Fee! Your voucher is valid until December 20, 2011! Shop, dine and sight-see at Asia’s premier wor