Nov 1, 2014 | Travel Writing
Tokyo. Travel article on the city. By Mark Andrews Jetstar- Jetstar Airlines. November 2014. The darkest hour is just before dawn, even in neon-emblazoned Tokyo. After a difficult period that saw the economic bubble burst and the knock-on effec t of the devastating...
Oct 1, 2014 | Food Writing, Travel Writing
Cutting Remarks. Dispatches article By Mark Andrews Hemispheres – United Airlines. October 2014 China’s answer to Gordon Ramsay whips a class of would-be chefs into shape Eight fretful Westerners stand around a long table in a tree shaded Beijing courtyard,...
Jul 1, 2014 | Travel Writing
Allure of Ningbo. By Mark Andrews Inner Circle – Shangri-la Hotels. July 2014 Dig beneath the prosperous, modern city and you will soon find its historic side. Trade has always been important to Ningbo and, with the boats, ideas have ebbed and flowed,...
May 1, 2014 | Travel Writing
Finding Ningbo. By Mark Andrews Tiger Tales – Tigerair. May 2014 The eastern Chinese coastal city may be growing fast, but the metal and glass have yet to overshadow a rich and storied history. Mark Andrews spends a few days getting to know this relative...
Apr 1, 2014 | Travel Writing
Nagoya for All. By Mark Andrews Travel 3 Sixtyº – Air Asia. April 2014 From castles to cosplay, Nagoya has many playful offerings for a fun family vacation. A gun toting robot leads, a samurai follows and in between, strides a European girl resplendent with her...
Mar 1, 2014 | Travel Writing
Sage Advice. By Mark Andrews Inner Circle – Shangri-la Hotels. March 2014 Renowned as Confucius’ birthplace, Qufu offers insight into fascinating Chinese culture. Qufu is small in size, yet big in heart. Best known as the hometown of Confucius, it also provides...
