Bali is world-famous for its majestic beaches and other natural attractions, but there are other reasons why tourists flock to this glorious spot in Indonesia. The island offers various shopping destinations for those who love to shop till they drop, for every budget and preference.
If you are staying in the Kuta Beach area, you will never run out of places to indulge your love for retail therapy. One of the most popular shopping spot in Kuta Beach is the Kuta Art market, perfect for those who are looking …

Within Indonesia’s capital city lies Old Town Jakarta, also known as Kota Tua, where visitors are overcome with nostalgia of the yesteryears as they are transported back in time to the Dutch colonial era. Named “Batavia” by the Dutch in the 16th century, Old Town Jakarta used to be the center of Dutch East India Company trade. Today, it is home to several historical sites and buildings reminiscent of the era’s architectural roots.
Spanning not more than 1.3 square kilometers of North Jakarta and West Jakarta, Kota Tua is also called …

Bali is known for its rich cultural heritage and its remarkable forms of art, but it also boasts of one thing that many fun-in-the-sun-seeking travelers look for: pristine, white sand beaches. Those who want to enjoy Bali beaches might want to check out Sanur. It’s the first beach resort village and has since then evolved into a tourist hot spot. Vacationers will find that there is a wide variety of restaurants and shopping opportunities to choose from. Those that want to get a feel of the local culture, however, will …

Being the city capital of Malaysia, it is no surprise that shopping complexes and boutiques in and around Kuala Lumpur abound. The Suria KLCC shopping mall for example, boasts of an extensive range of high-end stores including international designer labels. The Mid Valley Megamall on the other hand, has a cinema and a state-of-the-art bowling center apart from its numerous shops.

However, there is one place in Kuala Lumpur that local shoppers consider to be the mecca for shopping: the Bukit Bintang district. Bukit Bintang is the shopping …

To seasoned travelers of Buenos Aires, the old but fascinating neighborhood of San Telmo is probably already in their list of must-see places in the vibrant Argentine city. With its amazingly well-preserved colonial buildings, cobblestone streets filled with artists and street performers, and numerous antique shops, cafes, restaurants, museums, art galleries, and even tango parlors, the place is a natural tourist draw.
 
In the midst of this bohemian barrio is the Telmho Hotel Boutique, a convenient jump-off point for those wishing to experience San Telmo’s Old World charm. Located …

Buenos Aires, Argentina may not automatically come to mind when one thinks of fashion and style, as it usually gets eclipsed by more established fashion capitals such as Paris, Milan, New York, and London. But ask any trendy young thing sporting some cool duds in Buenos Aires, and chances are they’ll name only one place as the fashion destination to beat: Palermo Soho. Touted as the new alternative shopping district, this trendy neighborhood has earned a reputation for being the center of fashion, design, and street culture. The …

Thailand starts June with a bang as participating malls, restaurants, tourist attractions, and other business establishments take part in this year’s Amazing Thailand Grand Sale. Both locals and foreign visitors have started bargain-hunting for items and other merchandise, which come at head-spinning discounts of between 10% and 70%.
The event starts at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), where wares such as handicrafts, silk, jewelry, airline tickets, and many others are laid out for the most enthusiastic shoppers. The Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2009 started this month and will last …