Monday, February 23, 2009

Fear of Losing in Macau



In homage to gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson we went in search of Macau's heart of darkness - enjoying a number of tasty snacks along the way.

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Tomb of 1,000 Roman Skeletons



To understand what is exceptional about the 1,000 Roman bodies, researchers investigate typical Roman burial practices.

Anthony Bourdain - Philippines



Tony visits the Philippines where he takes a stroll down "food street", sampling chicken balls dipped in vinegar and spicy sauce.

Friday, February 6, 2009

Snow festival in Sapporo, Japan

Traditional performers play drums on a stage with a snow sculpture representing Japan's bid for 2016 summer Olympic Games at the snow festival in Sapporo, northern Japan, February 5, 2009

Snow festival in Sapporo, Japan

Japan's Self-defense force army soldiers clear snow on a snow sculputure celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Tokyo Disney Resort at the snow festival in Sapporo, northern Japan, February 5, 2009.

Snow festival in Sapporo, Japan

A couple from Hong Kong take their wedding picture, as an assistant looks on, at the snow festival in Sapporo, northern Japan, February 5, 2009. The 60th Sapporo snow festival opened on February 5 and goes on till February 11.

Gold thread made wedding dresses displayed in Japan

A model displays gold thread made wedding dresses, and tiaras designed by Japanese designer Yumi Katsura, priced 30 million Japanese Yen in Tokyo Feb. 4, 2009.

Gold thread made wedding dresses displayed in Japan

A model displays gold thread made wedding dresses and tiaras designed by Japanese designer Yumi Katsura, and priced 70 million Japanese Yen in Tokyo Feb. 4, 2009.

Gold thread made wedding dresses displayed in Japan

A model displays gold thread made wedding dresses, designed by Japanese designer Yumi Katsura and tiaras, and priced 30 million Japanese Yen in Tokyo, Japan, Feb. 4, 2009.

From Dino to Turkey



Next year at Thanksgiving dinner, imagine you're eating a dinosaur. You won't be far from the truth.

New Hoover Dam



What was once the pinnacle of engineering technology is now dated -- so we're reinventing the Hoover Dam.

Thursday, February 5, 2009

Travel Doctors Hoi An Tailors



The Travel Doctors show us how to stay looking sharp while traveling. Filmed by Huge in Asia.

Helsinki - Lonely Planet Travel Video



Lonely Planet's lightning guide to Helsinki.