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The city state of Singapore is one of the most interesting and inspiring city of all South-east Asia.  Officially called the Republic of Singapore, it is a set of islands located in the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula,  south of Thailand.  Singapore  is said to be the world’s most globalised city, with a long history of immigration and a big expatriate community.  It has today a population of around 5 million consisting of Chinese, Malays, Indians, Caucasians and with about 40% of the city being foreigners both students and workers.  It is the world’s second most densely populated city right after Monaco. This cosmopolitan city, which is part of the four East Asian Tigers (with Hong Kong, South Korea and Taiwan) also play a fundamental role in the finance and international trade world. Its port is one of the busiest in Asia and the country is considered one of the world’s most technologically advanced.  It has the number one spot on the quality of life list across Asia, and is on the 11th position worldwide.  The latest Singapore statistics claimed a GDP growth of 17.9% for the first half of 2010, which would represent the fastest-growing economy in the world.

Singapore Tourism

Tourism represent a huge chunk of Singapore’s economy.  Being one of the most popular points of entry in Asia it has over 10 million visitors each year.  In 2005, the city completed the built of the Sentosa complex, one of the biggest theme park of its kind,  which boosted the country’s touristic reputation.  Furthermore, the unique architectural design of the Marine Bay complex combined with reforms to partially legalise gambling, may only have a positive impact on the city tourism industry. 

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Want to know what are the Healthiest Countries in the World and why?

If you want to know in which country you would live the longest, you are at the right place. Here is the top list of those healthiest countries with a short explanation of the key factors:

1. Japan - life expectancy of 86 for women and 79 for men, healthy diet – rich in seaweed and fish, sponsored governmental exercise programs
2. Australia - healthy diet with range-fed cattle (grass-fed steaks), lots of sport (beach volleyball)
3. Sweden - excellent public healthcare (especially for children) because of high government spending, holistic point of view with more then just medicine

9e: Les Trois Poussins Hotel

The 'Hotel of the Three Chicks' is a lovely property due south of Place Pigalle. It has 40 rooms, half of which are small studios with their own cooking facilities. There's air-con throughout and one room has wheelchair access.
This place reeks of class and style; OK, so we're suckers for classical music and that's what greets you in the lobby on arrival. Take the steel-coloured, almost artistically designed lift up to the guestrooms and be soothed by the peach and flash colour scheme of the halls and the restful views over Paris (especially the panoramic ones from the 5th and 6th floor) or down onto the back patio. The patio is a great spot in the warmer months for breakfast or a drink. The vaulted breakfast room in the cellar may be devoid of light but it is so warm and inviting that this potential shortcoming is instantly forgotten.

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Eiffel Tower (Tour Eiffel)

Eiffel Tower is the symbol of Paris and likely the most recognizable landmark of the city. It was built by Gustave Eiffel for the World Exhibition of 1889 and it was never meant to be a permanent addition to the city's skyline. Initially the artists and writers of Paris expressed their strong disapproval in regards to the tower but later generations commended it. The figures are impressive (like the fact that it weights 7000 tons) but forget about them and try to enjoy the sight (you'll forget the numbers soon but you'll always remember the tower's profile on the Paris sky). Everyone wants to visit this landmark so expect the lines to be long (or arrive there early).

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2. Introduction to Bangkok
3. About Bangkok
4. Top places in Bangkok
5. Top hotels in Bangkok
6. Photographs of Bangkok

About Bangkok

Hoi An, located half way between the North and South Vietnam is one of the most charming city of the country.  It is a remarkable place off the coast of the South China Sea, in the heart of the Quang Nam province with about 120,000 inhabitants.  This small riverside town lies on the banks of the Thu Bon River and is filled with beautiful wooden houses, assembly halls, silk shops and chapels.

Mui Ne is a coastal resort town located in South-eastern Vietnam close to the city of Phan Thiet and some 200 km north of Ho Chi Minh City.  What was once a traditional fishing village became a popular leisure destination since the 90s’.  Indeed, it is  one of the country’s top resort destination, offering a beautiful beach, amazing weather and many beach front hotels, restaurants, and bars to choose from.  Its kilometres-long beach is quiet and peaceful, ideal for morning walks and jogging. It is also a good destination for water sport lovers, especially popular for kite surfing and windsurfing due to strong sea breezes.

The city of Ho Chi Minh (HCMC) also known as Saigon is located on the banks of the Saigon River and on the edge of the Mekong Delta in the South of Vietnam, some 60 kilometres from the South China Sea. What was once known as the Khmer sea port of Prey Nokor in the 17 century, today became Vietnam’s largest city and the most important economical and industrial hub of the country.  It is a dense, crowded, noisy and very busy metropolis with a city population of around 5 millions. Many believe that HCMC is the essence of the nation with many exciting historic and cultural places to be discovered and a vibrant street life to be enjoyed day and night.  It is a perfect mix of old and modern, French and Asiatic influence.