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My Extraordinary Private Tour Experience in Armenia

January 14, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

Travelling is more than just visiting new places it’s about creating lasting memories and discovering cultures in a meaningful way. Recently I took three private tours in Armenia with Hyur Service travel company, and I […]

Mandarin Oriental, Singapore

January 7, 2024 Our Man On The Ground 0

The Mandarin Oriental, Singapore, is a five-star hotel close to Marina Bay. Built in 1987, the property reopened in September 2023 following major renovations. I was given a hearty welcome to the hotel by Krishan, […]

Singapore – Skyscraper Heaven

December 3, 2023 Our Man On The Ground 0

A sea of stunning skyscrapers soon banished my traditional ideas on architectural gems. I have always been a big fan of elegant old buildings which have been lovingly restored and cared for. But I have […]

Vietnam Gangnam Style

August 13, 2023 Our Man On The Ground 0

A huge toothy grin and whoop of delight greeted us as we were launched Gangnam style in the brightly coloured coconut boats. Our boatman was a wiry old man who obviously loved spinning tourists round […]

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5 Reasons to Relocate to Singapore in 2022

June 30, 2022 Our Man On The Ground 0

In 2017, about 258 million people lived outside their country of birth. It is a significant number. Yet, it is hardly surprising, as the process of globalization has made living outside of one’s motherland more […]

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A Tour and A Tale of Two Koreas

December 14, 2018 Our Man On The Ground 0

The easiest way to visit the DMZ is through an organized tour. I’ve chosen VIP Tours, based in Seoul, because they’re locally owned. No one goes in or out without registering in advance and passports […]

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Northern India’s Maharajahs, Forts and Tigers

June 17, 2018 Our Man On The Ground 1

Mark Nicholls visits the land of tigers, maharajahs and fabulous forts on a visit to northern India. The old palace at the top of a winding, climbing, road through the town of Karauli, has a […]