Whitehaven in the Whitsundays, Australia, is the top pick from the editors at asia-hotels.com. Its chalk like sand positively squeaks when you walk on it. The Maldives with its collection of glorious atolls is their second pick followed by White Beach on Boracay in the Philippines. However do not take their word for it nominate your own favourite!

Users who vote for their favorite beach in the Asia-Pacific region through the web site, automatically get a chance to win complimentary nights in the Datai, Tanjung Rhu Resort and Pelangi Beach in Langkawi, Malaysia. Other prizes include free stays in Pangkor Laut Resort in Malaysia, Fridays Beach Resort in Boracay Philippines, and the Tanjong Jara Resort in East Malaysia, and Mutiera Beach Resort in Penang. One lucky voter will also get their round trip flights paid for.

To vote, go to http://www.asiahotels.com/awards/beach/default.asp. Voting will close on 30 June 2002.

About asia-hotels.com

Launched in June 1997, asia-hotels.com is the leading Asian specialist hotel guide and reservations system. With over 20,000 daily users and 35,000 customer comments the web site offers independent advice on hotels and destinations around Asia. The site provides a simple facility for business or leisure travellers to search, select and book their hotel requirements in the Asia-Pacific region.

For further information, please contact:

Hong Kong
John Chan
Tel: +(852) 2893 4093
+(852) 2591 6810
John@asia-hotels.com

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