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5 Exciting Christmas Celebrations in Asia That You Have To Catch

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Xmas BKK 2015
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What is Christmas without an exciting lineup of festive activities and parades, right? You may think that many countries in Asia generally do not have big-scale Christmas celebrations due to religious beliefs and cultural differences.

However, cities such as Bangkok – with over 90% of people being buddhists – actually do celebrate the festivity with pretty big-scale lights and decor.

Europe may have the most stunning White Christmas, but here are 5 Exciting Christmas Celebrations in Asia you should totally check out.

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7 Dishes to Try at Johor Bahru’s Meldrum Night Market

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Meldrum Night Market

We are always on the prowl for mouth-watering authentic delicacies, even if it means having to travel across the national border. If you are in search of traditional Malaysian street food and are up for a gastronomic adventure, then head over to Johor Bahru’s Meldrum Night Market.

Located just a stone’s throw away from the Causeway and JB Sentral, Meldrum Night Market is tucked away in a back alley (accessible via the main streets of Jalan Wong Ah Fook and Jalan Meldrum). Open daily from 5pm – 12am, the hidden street food paradise is a must-visit.

From Malaysia’s heritage food Apam Balik to the Hokkien hand-pulled noodles Mee Hoon Kueh, here is our guide to 7 Dishes to Try at Meldrum Night Market in Johor Bahru, Malaysia.

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5 Rooftop Bars in Bangkok With Breathtaking Views Of The City

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Bangkok Sky Line

Bangkok is breathtaking at night. As we stood on the 83rd floor of Baiyoke Sky Hotel’s Rooftop Bar, also the highest point in Bangkok, we were utterly amazed by the beauty of the city’s skyline.

And Bangkok’s amazing rooftop bars are a must-visit when you travel to the Land of Smiles. There are more than 10 rooftop bars in Bangkok city, but we picked out a handful of the best for you to spend your nights at when in the city.

This list of 5 Rooftop Bars in Bangkok With Breathtaking Views Of The City might help with itinerary-planning for your next trip to Bangkok.

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12 Best European Cities to Celebrate Christmas At

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Paris Brasserie

As Christmas is drawing near, you might want to book a last minute getaway to a magical winter wonderland; why not pick an ethereal European city to spend the festivity at? We are big fans of the whole Christmasy vibes that European cities have, and holidays never felt more joyous.

Be it strolling along the gorgeous tree-lined streets of Barcelona, or having a romantic dinner by the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Europe has endless to offer and most of these cities truly embodies the Christmas spirit.

Have a once-in-a-lifetime experience at any one of these cities in our guide to the 12 Best European Cities to enjoy your Christmas holiday at. It is not too late to book your dream holiday!

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48 Hours in Phnom Penh, Cambodia – 12 Tips on What To See and Do

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khmer surin

Armed with a handy weather-proof Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8, we boarded a plane with the Panasonic team and embarked on a weekend adventure around the capital of Cambodia.

Cambodia is just a 2-hour flight away, and the historically rich third-world city is a destination in Southeast Asia worth visiting. An exotic experience is almost guaranteed if you visit with an open mind; indeed, we had a great time immersing ourselves into the Khmer culture.

It was surely a fulfilling weekend and we had the special moments all photographed with the all new Lumix DMC-GX8 that shall serve us as happy memories.

From visiting the Tuol Genocide Museum to sampling crickets, here are 12 Tips on What To See and Do with 48 Hours in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

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The One Dish To Eat In Bali – Nasi Campur

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Nasi Campur

Nasi Campur is technically a mixed rice dish filled with multiple small dishes and we, like many other tourists, find ourselves drawn to it whenever we visit Bali. This dish is simply a showcase of all the best kind of food you can find in Indonesia.

It is similar to our Singaporean Cai Fan or mixed vegetables rice, and it consists of a number of dishes surrounding steamed white rice. Some of the more popular small dishes include tempeh, stir-fried eggplant or green beans, curried meats and fried eggs.

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8 Best Cities to Watch Fireworks on New Year’s Eve

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Picture this – the clock strikes twelve and your calendar transforms from year 2015 to 2016. And at that very split second, the dark skies of every cosmopolitan city instantly lights up with colourful splashes of booming fireworks. There is truly no better way to welcome the New Year with your loved ones than with gorgeous fireworks display.

The premiums you pay for air tickets, hotels and whatnot will be totally worth it when you witness the sparks in the skies; it will be a memory etched to your heart forever.

From New York City’s iconic countdown party at Times Square to Sydney Harbour Bridge’s 12-minute display, here are the 8 Best Cities to Watch Fireworks on New Year’s Eve.

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