Sports and safety have come a long way. Just look at the evolution of gear in American Football. What started out as leather helmets and minimal padding has grown into high grade composite helmets and a veritable suit of armor for the upper torso. That being said, players still get hurt, sometimes badly. Some may claim technology will someday render sports completely safe. But then one may ask, “What’s the point?” Sports are all about pushing performance and physical endurance to the limit. If there’s no physical risk then is it even a sport? As long as sports exist, there will always be some danger. With the Olympics coming up in Beijing, some are more dangerous than others.

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Sri Lanka weaves an amazing mix of attractive highlights – exotic wildlife, ancient ruins, temples, beaches and rolling tea plantations.

Bellhop Picks:

• High-end: Hilton Residence Apartment Colombo
• Mid-range: Galadari Hotel Colombo
• Budget: Grand Oriental Hotel Colombo

Read more about other attractions in our Sri Lanka guide. See what fellow travellers have to say in the Sri Lanka tales section.

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Sample rural bliss in one of the most beautiful lakes in Southeast Asia. Myanmar’s Inle Lake is lush, pristine with its charming paddy fields and floating villages.

Bellhop Picks

• High-end: The Hotel At Tharabar Gate Bagan
• Mid-range: Bagan Golf Resort
• Budget: Thazin Garden Hotel Bagan

Read more about other attractions in our Myanmar guide. See what fellow travellers have to say in the Myanmar tales section.

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Shopping in Beijing can be an exciting and exhilarating experience, however before you embark on your shopping expedition to Beijing’s many teeming malls and animated markets you should get to know the best places to find a bargain.

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The nightlife scene in Beijing, the capital city of China is thriving and constantly evolving. Even though it is not yet comparable to the nightlife scene in London or New York, the nightlife in Beijing has its own unique attractions and is sufficiently vibrant. The city has a large number of bars and clubs which are mainly concentrated around its main bar strip called Sanlitun Bei Lu which is located near the embassy area in the Chaoyang District of Eastern Beijing.

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The FREE 2008 Beijing Olympics Guide Book provides in depth information about the Beijing Olympic events, venues and schedule as well as transport and venue maps. Whether you are looking for hotels, restaurants or attractions in Beijing or one of the other Olympic cities the Beijing Olympic guide has all the information you need.

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The first opportunity that you get to spend some time in Australia is going to be a magnificent experience. You are probably already dreaming about the pictures of wildlife and plant life that you’re going to be able to bring home. Indeed, the Australian Outback and the Great Barrier Reef are two of the most stunning areas of Australia (and throughout the rest of the world) for those types of experiences. Additionally, each of the major cities in Australia has wonderful parks and gardens that bring nature to its urban areas and provide the traveler with a pleasant retreat from city life. Make sure that you pack a good camera because there’s going to be a lot that you see in this country that you just can’t see anywhere else!

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Throughout the year as the full moon rises, Koh Phangan’s Haad Rin beach comes to life. Close to 10,000 residents and visitors converge on the Thailand beach once a month to celebrate what is considered the most alluring moon in the world. As the moon reaches its fullest point, it casts light into the sandy beach below providing a perfect setting for a large party. Read the rest of this entry »

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Discovered in 1974 by local farmers as they routinely dug a water well in Shaanxi Province, China, the Terracotta Army is a stupendous collection of life size models depicting Chinese warriors (and their horses) during the 3rd century BC. The Terracotta Army is often thought of as a world wonder only discovered in the modern era – by accident. A comparison can be made between China’s Terracotta Army and the Pyramids of Egypt in their significance to the ancient times. Read the rest of this entry »

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If you’re looking to honeymoon in Hong Kong, the city has an abundance of history, art, culture, and exciting city life. Here are the top 10 honeymoon vacation ideas in Hong Kong. Read the rest of this entry »

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