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5 Romantic Locations for a Winter Wonderland Vacation

For many of us, vacation is typically a summer event, but this doesn't really make a whole lot of sense. You leave home during the most pleasantly warm months of the year, and during the winter you drudge through cold and miserable weather, dealing with freezing rain, ice and snow? Forget convention; plan your next romantic getaway in the winter at one of these fantastic locales. Bangkok, Thailand by  jmhullot Thailand is a fantastic destination for an exotic and romantic getaway for two. Beautiful scenery and fascinating local culture are just two of the great things you'll privy to in your vacation to Bangkok. Sample the delicious local cuisine, see the sights, go to special events and festivals, or just spend your time relaxing on the beaches. Tourism is popular enough in Thailand that you shouldn't have to worry much about the language barrier; you'll only have to worry about not wanting to go home. The Caribbean Islands Lucky for us, the Caribbean

Best Shopping Destinations in Asia and Where to Stay

When it comes to shopping, nowhere in the world does it quite like Asia. Whether you’re looking for cute little gadgets, fun toys, trinkets, cheap designer clothes or high end electronics, Asia has it all. Shopping in Asia is very different than shopping in the western world and is definitely not an experience to be missed. When shopping in Asia, remember to negotiate. Prices are almost never what they seem, especially in street markets. It’s not uncommon to be able to get the price down by 20% to 50%. With that said, here are some of the best places in Asia to do your shopping. Bangkok, Thailand If you’re looking for creative and unique clothing, look no further than Bangkok. Funny T-Shirts go for as little as $3, DVDs can be purchased for $2 and you can get all kinds of jewelry and clothing everywhere you look. For the tourist experience, hit up Khao San Road, the central tourism hub. For a bit more of the local shopping