Asia Update: Hongkong Travel and Getaway

If you want to enjoy your travel and adventure then you must try visiting Hongkong, one of Asia's finest destination and tourist spots giving you the best of its own. Now let's start discussing Hongkong.

Every country has its rich cultures that make it distinct from other countries thus tourists often flock in these famous places. If you are in your holiday getaway with families and friends then choose Hongkong if you wanted a whole vacation packed with lots of shopping.

Temples are great views and expect a lo of these in Hongkong. Visit Po Lin Monastery that has the largest Buddha Statue and this is specifically located in Lantau Island Mountain.

Another great view of Buddha in the mountain just behind the Shatin Pai Tau village is the Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery. What you can see in this amazing place are four pavillions, pagoda, terrace, five temples, monkeys and of course 12,000 laws of Buddha.

I have this place in mind if ever I get the budget and chance to travel in such an amazing place. HongKong is one of my top picks and one of the place that I eagerly plan to visit for my first trip in HongKong will be Disneyland. Wondering how big and marvelous the events are in HongKong Disneyland.

This year would truly be great If I'd get the chance to travel to HongKong and be able to shop and tour to Disneyland. Been hearing a lot about this great place from friends and with the story that they tell, I am really sure that HK is one of the best place to visit.

Taking a Tour with Asia's Culinary and Its Best

When visiting Asia one of the most popular reason why people go here for a vacation is the mere fact that it has exotic beauty of beaches and a healthy wildlife adventure. In touring with different areas in Asia, we're able to uncover its hidden beauty aside from the fun and adventure that we get from this amazing place.

Do you ever wonder of how the food in different areas of Asia taste? To some who has the experience of traveling in this marvelous place for sure you have in mind the hints on how culinary in Asia are doing.

What's in the table when you get to travel anywhere in Asia are meals that will never be served without fresh fruits and other unusual wide selections of tropical fruits. Watermelons, mangoes, coconut are some of the samples of what's served and chilled during meal time.

When you are touring in a certain place, you can never missed giving yourself a treat for a hot coffee just on the streets.

Experienced a local cuisine depending in which Asian countries you are in. You can ask your tour guide or someone you know living in that place for their specialties and menus for you to try on. Experience a well known food delicacies that are very popular for you to really feel that travel experience.

Just a quick tip, for you to be able to know what food are you going to try, then try searching online. Read how it was done and the ingredients used for you to be aware and avoid in case you have some food allergies. :-)

Real Estate in Asian Countries

I am not a Realtor nor a Broker but I have experienced when it comes to real estate market. I have posted listings and got knowledge on how real estate work and as I have said, I am not a realtor. I can say that a real estate business is profitable and there's big money in it. That is why, I got a little interest in this kind of business and I hope to actually become part of this successful business.

You might be wondering how I got the knowledge with real estate, simply because I have been a VA (virtual assistant) for real estate properties. That's how my interest started.

So let's study real estate business in Asia. Wise investors are very much interested with properties that has potentials for businesses. Land and homes are the offerings in a real estate world. If you have the connection in any of the agents near your area, why not ask of the available properties that are perfect for investments. Positive income might be expected if you have invested to the right property.

Asian countries are not that fully developed when it comes to real estate market. Only few of the investors have been taking advantage of it. Vast amount of land and properties are waiting for lucky investors. Buying properties in Asia is the best option for those who has the money since it has affordable and very cheap choices.

New doors for investors are starting to develop and are offered for those who are interested. Be connected to realtors and agents in any Asian countries and start grabbing a deal now while there are still available options for you.

Let's Visit Asia – Go with Me at Singapore

Asia's one of the most visited continent in the world. It has countries with amazing tourist destinations. One of these is Singapore, small state in the Southeast Asia which has its own name when it comes to shopping centers and historical attractions that really captures an attention from visitors.

Having a vacation in a place full of surprises with the beauty that it possess, will mean a more meaningful and glorious getaway for someone whose planning to take a tour in this tourist destination's favorite place, Singapore.

Ancient Singapore is a great place to explore its extravagant temples built years and years ago, with monuments and shrines excellent for views. Below are some of the amazing views that you will enjoy looking at and appreciate the cultures and customs of this lovely state.

• Buddha Tooth Relic Temple
• Merlion
• Changi Chapel and Museum
• Church St. Peter and Paul
• Singapore Parliament House
• Statue of Sir Stanford

Singapore's also called as the “Asia's Food Capital” because of the wide range for restaurants and dining. Shopping is one great place in Singapore, traveling can never be complete without experiencing shopping. There are lots of luxury shopping centers and as well as local street-side shops to choose from.

Below are the best places for shopping in Singapore.

• Little India
• Chinatown
• Orchard Road
• Clark Quay

Other than China, Singapore is top 2 in my list of Asian countries to visit. Hope that I'd be able to get there by the end of 2013. Needing more budget for my shopping spree.

Let's Explore Asia's Major Belief System

Asia is the most populous continent in the world with millions of different people as well as following many different beliefs. Examples of major beliefs system in Asia are Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Christianity.

• Islam 

Islam has the largest adherent religion in Asia which consist of billion of followers all over Asia. There are 100 millions each of adherents found in south Asia and south east Asia, known as the home of populous Muslim countries, together with Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and India having more than 100 millions of adherents each.

• Hinduism 

Hinduism has the second largest adherent religion in Asia having closed to 1 billion adherents and known as the oldest religion in the world. Hinduism is the majority religion followed in India and Nepal. Hinduism also has followers in Asian countries like Bhutan, Fiji, Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Singapore.

• Buddhism 

Buddhism is the 3rd largest religion in Asia and 4th in the world. The root word of this religion is Buddha, that came from the founder named Siddartha Gautama which was also called Buddha. Exercising the most influence or control for this religion were seen in most countries like India, Nepal, Philippines, Russia, China, Japan, Laos and more.

• Confucianism 

 Confucianism was founded by the famous philosopher Confucius in China. This religion has tremendous influence on culture and history of East Asian countries that focuses on moral, social, political, philosophical and quasi-religious systems.

• Christianity 

Christianity is one of the most widespread strong minority religions in Asia. This religion has more believers in countries like Cyprus, Greek Orthodox, Philippines, East Timor, Armenia and Georgia. There are also large Christian community in Lebanon, Syria and China.

"When I admire the wonders of a sunset or the beauty of the moon, my soul expands in the worship of the creator." Mahatma Gandhi

To Travel is To Enjoy and Chill

As a traveler, there are lots of things to be considered. The cost you will spend just for booking the ticket. The preparations, needed things for traveling and luggage for the long trip and lastly the time consuming for the vacation you are spending. Here are some tips to avoid some problems when traveling.

Since your purpose is just to travel for a vacation or a rest for a while, because of the busy and stressful work papers in your office. First you need to decide the place where you would love and want to. Second, know the culture, environment or beautiful spots of the place, so that it would be easy for you to manage your time where to go first and so on. Smart traveling is very important to avoid some delays, and not messing up during your trip. If you are traveling with your friends, it would help a lot if one of your friends have the idea about the place, but if no one knows and this is all your first time for this place? I would advice you guys to have a travel or tour guide. A travel guide knows exactly where he or she would take you, or if u just want to explore, it is also exciting that you all guys are naive. It would be a great adventure and so much fun.

Smart traveling is important. In case you want to save or want just to enjoy the place without spending much money. Do some research or explore the place and ask someone in that particular place where to find affordable souvenirs and restaurants to dine where the food is great and it would not cost that much expensive.

Be smart in choosing a place to travel. Enjoy, have fun and make it worth the travel.

Largest Continent and Most Populous – That’s Asia

Asia’s is one the continent in the world that has almost 60% of the human population all over the world. And with that perecentage, among other continents, this is considered as the largest and populous  of them all. Right before I have made a thorough research on how big Asia is, there I realized that I know not all about this continent.

Asia is composed of 48 known states and countries in the United Nation and below are the regions.

1. Southern Asia
2. Central Asia
3. Southeastern Asia
4. Western Asia
5. Eastern Asia

It’s really nice to know that from time to time we will be able to know a little something about the place we are in. This widens our knowledge on geography and new things are learned in this fascinating continent.

Here are quick facts on certain parts of the Asian countries.

The largest city in all Asia’s country is Tokyo which is in Japan.

• China, Kazakhstan, Iran, Saudi Arabia and India are the five largest nations in Asia.
• Most of the deserts are found in Asia to name a few these are Gobi Desert, The Arabian Desert, Kara Kum, Thar Desert and more.
• Did you know that the highest mountain that stands for 29,028 feet is in the Himalaya Mountains and is the famous Mount Everest, this is in Asia.

Here’s another great idea, 30 percent of the Earth area measures for Asia’s total land area. Traveling around the world is fun and be sure to know a little something about the place you are going to enjoy much of that place.