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The Raffles Hotel is an institution in Singapore and has welcomed presidents, kings, queens, and Hollywood royalty since 1887. The colonial-style luxury hotel is an architectural landmark and the pride and joy of Singapore. Situated close to the city center, guests can take leisurely walks to many great restaurants and the main shopping street. The Raffles also offers a host of fine-dining eateries in the arcade area, along with internationally-renowned designer boutiques. All suites are opulently decorated and display an impressive array of luxurious Persian carpets, antique furniture and priceless artifacts. A definite must-do at the Raffles is a visit to the legendary Long Bar where the famous cocktail Singapore Sling was invented almost 100 years ago!
After Ice Asian Trip 2008

October 17th 2008
My first lay-over after spending five months in Antarctica is in the beautiful city of Christchurch New Zealand. During the next several days I strolled thru-out the Botanic Gardens. Bordered by the graceful Avon River, the Botanic Gardens truly reflects Christchurch's reputation as the garden city. Founded in 1863 with the planting of an English Oak tree, It boasts the finest single collectio ... read more
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Thai Flag A unified Thai kingdom was established in the mid-14th century. Known as Siam until 1939, Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country never to have been taken over by a European power. A bloodless revolution in 1932 led to a constitutional monarchy.... ... read more
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