Fly to Shanghai, Again and Again - Bitching about those expensive fares to Shanghai? Local airline Hone Kong Express has just launched a new “all-you-can-fly” monthly fare to the city for $6,888 (plus around $600 of tax and surcharges). Those wanting to fly in a lap of luxury can grab a Business Class ticket for $11,888. Yet another excuse to visit their burgeoning nightlife scene. Visit www.hongkongexpress.com for reservations.

Down n’ Dirty
You know how it goes, the filthier something is, the more we secretly fancy it. So we think it’s appropriate to inform all you mud-wrestling fans out there that the Boryeong Mud Festival in Seoul is back on from Jul 12-20. The festival is an annual event promoting cosmetic products made from mud found in the sea, but it’s also obviously a reason to see people partake in a large-scale mud fight. Guaranteed fun times, no matter if you’re the filthy type, or just want to watch people writhe in mud. Korean Airlines flies to Seoul three times a day. Fares start from $2,550. Visit www.koreanair.co.kr for reservations. Festival info at www.mudfestival.or.kr.

Venice Circus
The Venetian finally opened its massive doors in Macau last year. There’s the casino, the canal, the shops—but wait, where’s the Vegas-style entertainment? Because you demanded it, Cirque de Soleil is making its first Asian stopover at The Venetian Macao, celebrating their arrival with a permanent show titled “Zaia” in the hotel’s new 14-storey theater. Expect ridiculous acts of skydiving and stunts. The preview shows start on Jul 26, with its official opening on Aug 28. Tickets $388 to $1,288. For reservations, call 6333-6660 or visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/Zaia.

Qatar Comforts
Thank Allah for Qatar Airways, which is now providing us with an alternate way to fly to Europe. With a stopover in Doha, Qatar, economy class passengers can now take a relaxing stop on their long journey: the airline has built a luxurious new premium terminal for business and first class passengers, providing all the facilities one would ever need—a spa, a bed, free food and booze, Playstation 3 consoles and even foosball. But that’s just the pit stop. The real jewels in this crown are the seat and the services provided, with excellent six-course meals, free-flowing fine wine, an Aigner travel kit, and a state-of-the-art seat which can recline up to 160 degrees—all guaranteeing you the soundest sleep imaginable. Business class fares to London start from $23,163. Visit www.qatarairways.com for reservations.