Ecotourism: How Much of the US$100 You Spend Overseas Stays Put?

If you think that traveling in the Third World is a boon to local economies, think again. According to estimates, only US$5 of the US$100 you spend on holiday in developing countries stays in the local economy. The rest heads overseas. Let's take those sybaritic spa treatments that we all love so much as an …

Thailand: Detox & Rejuvenation, Days Six & Seven

Chaweng is popular with foreign tourists. It is the main drag in Koh Samui, Thailand. The city lacks a modern sewage system.

Thailand: Detox & Rejuvenation: Days Four and Five

Spar treatments and nutritious food are part of the regimen at the Absolute Sanctuary, a holistic health retreat at Koh Samui, Thailand. Detox is also available.

Thailand: Detox & Rejuvenation, Day Two

On day two I decided to skip the detox and eat healthy food at the Love Cafe at the Absolute Sanctuary, a holistic health retreat in Koh Samui, Thailand.

Thailand: Detox & Rejuvenation, Day One

My detox programme began with colon hydrotherapy at the Absolute Sanctuary in Koh Samui, Thailand.

Thailand: Detox & Rejuvenation, My Last Supper?

At the Absolute Sanctuary, I discovered that healthy food doesn't have to be boring. In fact, it can be downright delicious!

Top 10 Cities for Taxis, With Commentary

Taxi drivers in London have been voted the world's best followed by New York, Tokyo, Shanghai, Bangkok, Berlin, Taipei, Hong Kong Buenos Aires, and Melbourne

Television: Wheel2Wheel Premiers on National Geographic Channel

Philanthropic Motorcyclist Morgan Parker's epic Wheel2Wheel charity television series airs on National Geographic Adventure Channel

Hong Kong: 21 Years After the Handover – What’s Changed?

As Hong Kong celebrates 15th anniversary of Handover from Britain to China, the top 10 events that have taken place

Thailand: Phuket Resort Reflects Island’s Tin Mining Past

Indigo Pearl has been rebranded as The Slate. Located in Nai Yang, which is near Phuket International Airport in Southern Thailand, the five star property has a distinct personality that reflects  the island's tin-mining past from the cutlery to the decor.