Abu Dhabi beachgoers told to avoid sea snakes

December 2nd, 2008 by Tina Tong, FirstClass

Abu Dhabi’s Environment Agency (EAD) has called on the public to avoid touching any washed-up sea snakes they may encounter on local beaches, the Gulf News has reported.
Recently a live sea snake was reportedly brought to an EAD centre by a member of the public. Sea snakes, which are commonly sighted in Abu Dhabi’s shallow, [...]

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Cricket Fighting in Beijing

August 6th, 2008 by Tina Tong, FirstClass

My journalist friend Giovana wanted to cover a story about cricket fights in Beijing, which is very popular among the locals, for fun, with small bets of money.

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Amazing Shanghai

August 5th, 2008 by Tina Tong, FirstClass

Shanghai never stops amazing me! I stayed a weekend before going to Beijing for Olympics. Zappati was really live on Friday night both the indoor dance floor and outdoor beer garden, we stayed until 1.30am and moved onto LAN.

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The Conrad Resort & Spa,Rangali Island, Maldives Experience

July 22nd, 2008 by Michael Stavretis

Conrad Maldives Rangali has a transfer lounge at the sea plane terminal and we were looked after from the outset. We were on the island resort by 8am to have breakfast and were in the room by 10am. We were given an island host Fazeel who helped us arrange activities for the week while checking on us each day. He was very personable and helpful.

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United Airlines unveils its Brand New Business and First Class offering

June 30th, 2008 by Francesca

United Airlines has unveiled its brand new business and first class offering, a product that is sure to provide extra needed comfort for the avid business and leisure traveller. The airline truly believes that it has a good fighting chance with its competitor, Virgin Blue as it launches V Australia in December.

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Stunning New Luxury Resort Taunovo Bay Resort & Spa, Fiji

June 16th, 2008 by Keren Dinh, FirstClass

Stunning new luxury resort located down at the Coral Coast overlooking Beqa Lagoon lies Fiji’s new opulent five-star beach front resort living, Taunovo Bay Resort and Spa. Spanning three kilometres of Viti Levu’s most stunning white sand beaches, presents the most unique majestic and prestigious freehold beach front living in Fiji today.

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Liku Liku Lagoon Resort, Malolo Island , Mamanuca Islands, Fiji

June 4th, 2008 by Keren Dinh, FirstClass

The culinary experience at this resort is amazing. There is a wide selection of dishes to choose from that has a touch of traditional Fijian to Oriental to Western flavours … they’re all splendid no matter what you choose on the menu. Meals are included as part of the rate and will is served in the signature restaurant “Fijiana” with daily-changing, mini-Dégustation menus.

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Hayman Island, an Unforgettable Island Experience

May 29th, 2008 by Keren Dinh, FirstClass

I was invited on a weekend getaway to represent our company for outstanding sales in 2006 and joining a group of 8 more people. The whole weekend was a surprise so I wasn’t sure what I was up for … so I was very excited.

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Turtle Island, Fiji - Private Island Getaway

May 29th, 2008 by Natalie Jeffers, FirstClass

Turtle Island is a wonderful place of tranquil delight to wind down from the busy world we all live in. It is a privately owned Island some 40mins flight from Nandi by seaplane and is an amazing destination for honeymooners or just a relaxing a holiday

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Cruising for Everyone - Holland America Line

May 29th, 2008 by Tina Lambert, FirstClass

The ms Oosterdam had a lovely modern feel to her and all the public areas were bright and relaxing, the food was in-describable with so many options that you could go on at least a one week cruise and not have the same food twice.

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