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Spiritual Check : Religions around Asia - 1 views

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    Asia is the world's largest and most populous continent, with millions of different peoples following a wide variety of different religions. As a melting pot of culture, Asia is the birthplace of most of the world's mainstream religions including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Jainism, Sikhism, Zoroastranism, as well as many other religions. When traveling Asia, you should be careful in recognizing the religion of the place you are visiting. Westhill Consulting Travel and Tours has listed the top religions in the region: Hinduism Hinduism is the majority religion in India, Nepal, and the Indonesian island of Bali, with strong minorities in the Asian nations of Bhutan, Fiji, Jakarta Indonesia, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Singapore, and Sri Lanka with approximately 1 billion followers. Before the arrival of Buddhism and Islam in Southwest Asia and Southeast Asia, Hinduism (and Shaivism in particular) was the most widely practiced religion in Southwest Asia and Southeast Asia Hinduism as we know it can be subdivided into a number of major currents. The main divisions of Hinduism are Vaishnavism, Shaivism, Smartism and Shaktism. The vast majority of present day Hindus can be categorized under one of these four groups, although there are many other, partly overlapping, allegiances and denominations. Buddhism Buddhism is the fourth largest world religion and the 3rd largest in Asia. It is dominant and the majority in Bhutan, Burma, Cambodia, Tibet, Laos, Mongolia, Sri Lanka and Thailand. According to reviews, Large Buddhist populations live in China (18.2%), Japan (36.2%), Taiwan (35%), Macau
Omme Perrt

When to Go Where in the First Half of the Year - 1 views

Many people are asking us the best time to visit Asia and where to visit. We at Westhill Consulting Travel and Tours have listed some of the best places to go for a whole year long. You may use thi...

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started by Omme Perrt on 07 Apr 15 no follow-up yet
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Westhill Consulting, TRAVEL & TOURS, INC. : Westhill Travel Review: Unseen Asia - 1 views

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    If you think you can think you have traveled to every farfetched tourist spots in Asia, think again. We may have beaten you in finding exotic and unseen tourist spots in the region yet. Westhill Consulting Travel and Tours in Jakarta have this outrageous list of must-go places in the most extremes of Asia. These are the list of some of the many wonders that people living in a melting pot of races are: Shodoshima, Japan Foreigners rarely travel the roads to these lush olive groves, hot springs and wild monkeys. The 817-meter Mount Hoshigajo-san, which translates as "Mount Kingdom of Stars," is an excellent vantage point for Shodoshima's scenic landscape, including the famous Kankakei and Choshi-kei valleys. The island's many hot springs provides reprieve for tired feet after a long day of country rambling. Ratu Boko, Indonesia The Yogyakarta region is practically a museum of Indonesia's dynastic history. The famed Buddhist temple Borobodur and its Hindu counterpart Prambanan typically lure crowds for its detailed relief. Nearby, however, the oft-overlooked palace complex of Ratu Boko provides an even more imaginative glimpse of the region's cultural and religious origins. Set on a ridge called the Thousand Hills, Ratu Boko offers expansive views of Prambanan as well as Java's most active volcano, Mt Merapi. Only the foundation of the palace remains, as do former bathing pools. A mysterious well near the complex's cremation site is a place of pilgrimage for the region's Hindus, who say the water has sacred properties. The archeological site is just a plane away from the country's capital, Jakarta. Haputale, Sri Lanka The misty Haputale is a wonder at dawn like any other hidden mountain secrets in the world. Every morning, bundled up Tamils sell English vegetable but instead of fraud lively scenes, all y
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    If you think you can think you have traveled to every farfetched tourist spots in Asia, think again. We may have beaten you in finding exotic and unseen tourist spots in the region yet. Westhill Consulting Travel and Tours in Jakarta have this outrageous list of must-go places in the most extremes of Asia. These are the list of some of the many wonders that people living in a melting pot of races are: Shodoshima, Japan Foreigners rarely travel the roads to these lush olive groves, hot springs and wild monkeys. The 817-meter Mount Hoshigajo-san, which translates as "Mount Kingdom of Stars," is an excellent vantage point for Shodoshima's scenic landscape, including the famous Kankakei and Choshi-kei valleys. The island's many hot springs provides reprieve for tired feet after a long day of country rambling. Ratu Boko, Indonesia The Yogyakarta region is practically a museum of Indonesia's dynastic history. The famed Buddhist temple Borobodur and its Hindu counterpart Prambanan typically lure crowds for its detailed relief. Nearby, however, the oft-overlooked palace complex of Ratu Boko provides an even more imaginative glimpse of the region's cultural and religious origins. Set on a ridge called the Thousand Hills, Ratu Boko offers expansive views of Prambanan as well as Java's most active volcano, Mt Merapi. Only the foundation of the palace remains, as do former bathing pools. A mysterious well near the complex's cremation site is a place of pilgrimage for the region's Hindus, who say the water has sacred properties. The archeological site is just a plane away from the country's capital, Jakarta. Haputale, Sri Lanka The misty Haputale is a wonder at dawn like any other hidden mountain secrets in the world. Every morning, bundled up Tamils sell English vegetable but instead of fraud lively scenes, all y
Omme Perrt

Preparing for the Last Six Months of the Year - 1 views

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    Now that we are nearing the second half of the year and spent the first half working hard, it may be good to spend some part of your time once every month in visiting wondrous places in Asia . Westhill Consulting Travel and Tours have listed a special place to spend your weekend at. July - Sumatra, Indonesia Sumatra is the second island popular for surfing with the most number of surf spots, with 18 altogether and an island away from the capital, Jakarta, Indonesia. The common time for surfing is around May to September with the trade winds blowing from east to south-east. From October to April, winds tend to come from the west to north-west, so the east coast breaks get the offshore winds. August - Chinatown, Singapore/ Chinese Enclaves, Malaysia
    If you are up for a little visit to the dead, you should join the celebration of Hungry Ghost Festival in basically almost all of countries with Chinatown of their own. In Asia, the celebration of the event is widely awesome in Singapore and Malaysia. The Hungry Ghost Festival celebrates the Taoist belief in the afterlife. Chinese communities in Malaysia and Singapore believe that the gates of Hell open on the 7th lunar month, freeing the spirits of the dead to roam in the world of the living. The living, in turn, must make offerings of food and burnt prayer money to the souls of the dead to appease them. They shouldn't show complaints or heavy feelings, though, as ghost are said to hunt those that do. September - Borneo Malaysian Borneo is one of those rare places where you can sense the adventure in the air, along with the green smells from thousands of miles of rainforest just waiting to be explored. Borneo is the third-largest island in the world, and a virtual paradise on earth for anyone who shares a love for plants, wildlife, and adventure. October - Beijing, China Asia in October can very enjoyable; the month is a tra
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Preparing for the Last Six Months of the Year - 1 views

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    Now that we are nearing the second half of the year and spent the first half working hard, it may be good to spend some part of your time once every month in visiting wondrous places in Asia. Westhill Consulting Travel and Tours have listed a special place to spend your weekend at. July - Sumatra, Indonesia Sumatra is the second island popular for surfing with the most number of surf spots, with 18 altogether and an island away from the capital, Jakarta, Indonesia. The common time for surfing is around May to September with the trade winds blowing from east to south-east. From October to April, winds tend to come from the west to north-west, so the east coast breaks get the offshore winds. August - Chinatown, Singapore/ Chinese Enclaves, Malaysia If you are up for a little visit to the dead, you should join the celebration of Hungry Ghost Festival in basically almost all of countries with Chinatown of their own. In Asia, the celebration of the event is widely awesome in Singapore and Malaysia. The Hungry Ghost Festival celebrates the Taoist belief in the afterlife. Chinese communities in Malaysia and Singapore believe that the gates of Hell open on the 7th lunar month, freeing the spirits of the dead to roam in the world of the living. The living, in turn, must make offerings of food and burnt prayer money to the souls of the dead to appease them. They shouldn't show complaints or heavy feelings, though, as ghost are said to hunt those that do. September - Borneo Malaysian Borneo is one of those rare places where you can sense the adventure in the air, along with the green smells from thousands of miles of rainforest just waiting to be explored. Borneo is the third-largest island in the world, and a virtual paradise on earth for anyone who shares a love for plants, wildlife, and adventure. October - Beijing, China Asia in October can very enjoyable; th
Omme Perrt

Wonderful Asia: English Proficiency and Language Barrier, Westhill Consulting Travel an... - 1 views

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    One of the reasons why many westerners hesitate on traveling to Asia is because of language barriers. Indeed, Asia is a home for thousands of different tongues on top of hundreds of cultures. Communication may be a problem, relaying the message you want may be a daunting challenge and surviving may be questionable. Or, it may not be an existing problem at all. According to English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT) and International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Asian countries are not altogether illiterate in speaking and understanding the universal language. If so, there are countries which can even speak English as fluent as any native can. Surprise surprise! They also have educational system which teaches English language and international affairs where English language is being used to properly communicate. Business districts in many capitals like Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Jakarta, Indonesia use English in a day to day basis. You may even be surprised to meet a young child who has not gone to school or mingled with foreigners but can speak and understand English. So for those who are just finding some dumb excuse to visiting Asia and its wonders, your complaints are invalid. But if you must, you can learn simple tips to overcome language barriers. 1. Learn simple phrases beforehand It does no harm to review new language as it does not mean that you will totally abandon your own mother tongue. Simple greetings like thank you, good morning or excuse me can be a good start. To get by, you can learn basic conversational phrases revolving around things like restrooms, food and directions. Simply perfecting "how do you say this" or "what this is" can be simple ways of learning bits of the language. 2. Pay attention to non-verbal languages 90% of human communication comes from non-verbal languages. Gestures are of a global scale and it can be understood by anyone regardless of c
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Omme Perrt

10 Things to Know About Travel in Southeast Asia - 1 views

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    Westhill Consulting Travel & Tours based in Singapore specializes in in giving advice and tips for tourists from Australia, Canada, US and all countries all over the world. Check the local rags and mags: As I mentioned before, most SE Asian countries have English-written guides. That's because in a number of countries there, there is already an established community of expatriates. If you are looking to just find your bearings and want a safe bet on places to go, pick one up. Be prepared to be approached by strangers: Locals in Southeast Asia are often very nice toward westerners and truthfully enjoy telling you how nice you look. Whether it is coming from a man or woman, get ready for a swarm of compliments on your appearance. It may seem a little strange at first, but you will get used to it. I promise. This scotch does not taste like scotch: Drinks are a quarter of the price than what you'd find in Europe or in the U.S., the reason being that many of the typical name brands are regionally produced and use local ingredients, so don't be shocked when your beloved Grey Goose on ice tastes a little different from what you are used to. Use the opportunity to try some very interesting locally produced spirits. Take the tour deals seriously: Pretty much anywhere you go (of the major tourist destinations) there are sure to be tour pamphlets sitting around with great deals. From boat rides to day trips, there are great tours around that will get you where you need to go. Hire local transport for the day: One great way to get around is to hire a tuk tuk or a moto-driver for the whole day to take you everywhere you want to go for a very nominal price. Your driver can also work as a de facto tour guide, getting you around to the spots you may not have thought of and that you would regret not seeing. http://westhillconsulting.info/blog/10-things-to-know-about-travel-in-southeast-asia/
Omme Perrt

Asia's Martial Arts - 1 views

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    We know Martial Arts have somehow originated in the regions of Asia. While people in western countries armed their rifles and guns in battle, people in the East depend on their body to fight. Westhill Consulting Travel and Tours listed some of the martial arts per country in Asia that you might need to attend to when you are traveling: Bangladesh Lathi khela is a traditional martial art of Bangladesh and India that emphasize weapon-based fighting with sticks and other weapons. Lathi made by bamboo and other materials. Lathi khela teaches self-defense with sticks. One who specialized himself in wielding lathi and who lived on the martial art came to be known as lathial. The Lathial Bahini (group of lathials) performed various acts on the Eid or Puja occasion. Lathi Khela has a remarkable history but the popularity is on the wane now with the existence of fraud practices and strategies. China We all know Chinese Martial Arts which is also called Kung Fu. We find these fighting skills from Jackie Chan and Jet Li. Kung Fu, as a matter of fact have developed over the centuries in China. These fighting styles are often classified according to common traits, identified as "families" (家; jiā), "sects" (派; pài) or "schools" (門; mén) of martial arts. Styles that focus on qi manipulation are called internal while others that concentrate on improving muscle and cardiovascular fitness are called "external".
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Best Honeymoon Destinations in Asia - 1 views

Honeymoon should be a time of romance and love. As a celebration of two individuals starting their lives together, honeymoon is set to be enjoyed for the more joined experiences later on. There is ...

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started by Omme Perrt on 10 Sep 15 no follow-up yet
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Rainforest Adventure - 1 views

If exploring rainforests is your forte and you think you have visited all of the great rainforest possible, then after reading this article, you may think otherwise. Westhill Consulting Travel and ...

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started by Omme Perrt on 19 Mar 15 no follow-up yet
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Must See Wildlife in Asia - 6 views

Notable trade hubs of the wildlife trade include Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok, which offers smugglers direct jet service to Europe, the Middle East, North America and Africa. The C...

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Best Bite on the Best Beaches - 1 views

Asia is the best place to go if you are into islands and beaches. With its strategic location surrounded by main waters, oceans and seas, Asia is home to thousands of beaches. Westhill Consulting ...

Westhill Consulting Travel and Tours Asia Jakarta Bangkok Hong Kong Best Bite on the Beaches

started by Omme Perrt on 27 Mar 15 no follow-up yet
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Sea Games 2019 - 0 views

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    2019 Southeast Asia Games (SEA GAMES) hosted by the Philippines  2019 Sukan Asia Tenggara | Trend Malaysia dan berita kemas kini Live...
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Always Double Check the Date on Your Visa - 1 views

http://milbertlamarre.blog.fc2.com/blog-entry-2.html Jonathan Sanchez is the vice president for global communications and capability at Unilever, with oversight over Southeast Asia, Australia, the...

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started by Gal Correia on 25 Feb 14 no follow-up yet
Omme Perrt

Top 5 Most Romantic Beach Getaways in South East Asia - 1 views

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    With the Valentine's Day just around the corner, it's never too late to book a ticket and plan your next romantic getaway. If you and you're honey are up to some dash of adventure, South East Asia is the perfect destination for you. As the region boasts some of the best beaches in the world, it is your gateway to an early summer sand frolic and memories of sweet nothings that are meant to last for a lifetime. Boracay, Philippines The island has been known to be one of the best acclaimed beaches in the world. Located on the northwest corner of Panay Island in the Philippines, the seven kilometer island is home to long beaches, fine white sand and breath taking sunsets. It's also been known to have vast selection of restaurants and resorts, which can set a perfect ambiance to your romantic date. If you're up for some action, various water sports and hiking trails are available for your leisure at a fraction of the cost. Bazaars are also set-up that features local Filipino crafts and delicacies. Nightlife is buzzing with multiple events set-up all year long.
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Scribd: Jakarta travel guide | Westhill Consulting Travel Insight Guide Overview Destin... - 0 views

  Source: http://www.scribd.com/doc/207905240/Travel-Guide-Westhill-Consulting-Destination-Jakarta   For the majority of its residents, Jakarta is a city of promise. The lure of jobs and ...

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Cambodia On An Asian Cruise - 2 views

Southeast Asia is a great destination for a cruise, Jakarta, Indonesia, KL, Malaysia, Beijing China, Singapore and much more, but if want to wander away from the beaten path on an Asian cruise vaca...

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started by Omme Perrt on 06 May 14 no follow-up yet
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Westhill Consulting Travel and Tours, Singapore: Most Visited Countries in Asia - 1 views

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    China: 57,581,000 foreign visitors/year. Like Jakarta Indonesia China is one of the most populous country but China despite receives a load of international tourists and these figures don't even take Hong Kong or Macau into account, two independent cities of China that merge for about 30 million foreign entrances every year. The amount of visitors traveling to China is simply anticipated to upsurge, since the country remains to improve and open up its doors to international travelers. Top-tier fascinations in the country consist of the historic sights of Beijing, the city life of Shanghai, the mountains of Guilin and the Terracotta Army near Xi'an. Malaysia: 24,714,000 foreign visitors/year. The doorway point for most visitors to Malaysia is the international airport at Kuala Lumpur, a city well-known for the Petronas Twin Towers and its exceptional shopping. However Malaysia has so much more to bid visitors than merely a city. For example, some of the world's finest scuba diving is located in Sipadan off the coast of Borneo Malaysia, whereas the islands near the Malaysian Peninsula such as Tioman and Langkawi are some of the top beach destinations in Asia. Hong Kong: 22,316,000 foreign visitors/year. Indeed, Hong Kong's figures are increased by visitors from nearby Mainland China who come to Hong Kong in hordes to purchase luxury goods from its splendid shopping malls and to take advantage of its standing as a free port - no sales tax and no import tariffs. However, still, 22 million visitors for what chiefly compares to a city-state is rather remarkable! And although without the day trips of its shopaholic neighbors Hong Kong nevertheless collects almost nine million overnight visitors yearly.
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Learning Holidays: Readers' Tips, Recommendations and Travel Advice - 2 views

IT'S ALL ABOUT VARIETY If variety is the spice of life, a visit to Luang Prabang, a World Heritage site in Laos surrounded by beautiful scenery, will excite your senses. Without having to journey ...

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