Cebu Pacific, one of the Philippines’ domestic carriers is offering a One Peso-Seat Sale for domestic flights.

You have until tomorrow (!) to book a seat for travel between July 16 and December 15, 2007. Remember, although you almost pay nothing for the airfare itself, there are taxes, fees and other surcharges applicable.

Don’t you hate it when they have short-term promos like this, forcing you to make travel plans in a rush? On the other hand, for the price of one peso (about US$0.02), one shouldn’t complain. If one is lucky enough to snatch a seat, that is. So, hurry!!!

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According to survey conducted by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and Visa Southeast Asia, it seems that in comparison to last year, 9% more travelers looking at Asia as next travel destination. It appears that one in two people who intend to travel overseas in the next two years are looking at Asia as their most likely destination. Hm, I’d like to think this blog is making a dent, after all, hah!

Some highlights of the Asia Travel Intentions Survey 2007:

• of those intending international travel in the next two years, 52 % were considering Asia as their next travel destination.
• Thailand was again rated as the number one destination on travellers’ holiday lists, followed by Japan and China.
• Perceptions of Indonesia were again influenced by safety concerns, namely the 2004 tsunami and potential terrorism attacks

And some very encouraging results from the survey:

One emerging trend observed from the 2007 survey was a desire for travellers to participate in environmentally- and culturally-sensitive travel. Almost nine out of 10 respondents said they would prefer to choose tourism products that showed concern about the impact tourism had on local cultures and customers and also protected the natural environment.

So it looks like more and more are headed this way. Are you one of them? What part of Asia would you like to visit (or visit next)? Hm, maybe I should conduct a poll… Watch out for it!

A Spas Travel News alerts us to the opening of a new luxury hotel in Krabi, Thailand: the Sofitel Phokeethra Krabi Resort. From the resort hotel’s website:

A short distance from Ao Nang and surrounded by pristine rainforest, Sofitel Phokeethra Krabi is a luxury resort featuring 276 rooms, most with a large balcony facing the ocean, providing views of the limestone islands and stunning sunsets over the Andaman Sea. There are three restaurants, five bars, a 7000 square metre swimming pool, fitness centre, Turkish bath, spa, childrens playground and conference facilities for up to 350 delegates.

Although the resort is great for tourists and business travelers alike, it is also an ideal place for those looking for that perfect honeymoon destination. For those getting hitched until the end of June, you might want to take advantage of this offer:

Perfect for couples on a romantic getaway or honeymooners, LeSpa ‘Signature Treatment Package’ is priced at 7,250 baht (US$215) a night double occupancy (deluxe room) and valid until 30 June 2007. The deal includes breakfast and massage treatment for two in specially designed treatment rooms for couples. The package includes a one hour ‘LeSpa Original’ Relaxing Massage with cool and warm seashells.

More about the LeSpa Original Relaxing Massage and other romantic and luxurious treats from Sofitel Krabi, from Spas Travel News.

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Here’s a new bar in Bangkok where you can chill out and get “probably the best steaks in Bangkok”: The Rib Room & Bar on the 31st floor of the Landmark Bangkok Hotel.

From its contemporary design, exhilarating interiors and incredible
Sweeping views of Bangkok to its cutting edge kitchens serving the very Best steaks and gourmet French cuisine, the RR & B has it all.

At least, like the Sirocco Rooftop Restaurant, you can get a few hours of reprieve from the pollution while you dine al fresco with a breathtaking view.

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The nominations are open for Travvies, the first travel blog awards.

Got a favorite travel blog? You can nominate up to three blogs on each of these categories:
Best Travel Blog
Best Destination Blog
Best Informative/Practical Travel Blog
Best Group-Written Travel Blog
Best Single-Author Travel Blog
Best Photography on a Travel Blog

Has Let’s Visit Asia been a useful and entertaining read for you? Well, nominations are open for just one week, and will close at 8am, Chicago time, Monday, February 12. Don’t wait any longer!

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