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A Chiang Mai Foodie Tour on Two Wheels
Chiang Mai Old Town is a fascinating attraction all on its own and this two-wheel tour takes in the best of it, while also straying a little off the tourist trail and introducing guests to the wonders of the region’s immensely varied cuisine. Guests wend their leisurely way on bicycles from one food stop to […] -
Bat Trang Pottery Museum Impresses in Hanoi
Bat Trang Village is just a quick 15 km. drive southeast of Hanoi alongside the Red River, so called because of its rich clay base. It has been a centre of pottery production since the 15th century and at one time was chosen as one of the Vietnamese emperor’s own pottery village. Constructed in 2018 […] -
Unforgettable Incentive Trip in Singapore for Top Performers
The Brief: To deliver an unforgettable incentive trip to top performers from a German insurance industry, showcasing the best of Singapore at multiple locations.No of delegates: 700 This international incentive trip is offered annually in Germany, but this was the first time Singapore was chosen as the venue. The organisers initially contacted the Singapore Tourism […] -
Four-Day Event in Bali Rewarding Top Performers
The Brief: To coordinate a four-day event in Bali from November 7-10 that recognised and rewarded top performers at a leading global tech company known as the Sales Champion Winners Circle. Venue: InterContinental Resort Jimbaran, gala dinner at Puri BhagawanNo of delegates: 225 With the delegates flying in from all parts of the world, the objective was […] -
A Challenging Island Experience for 200 Delegates in Southern Thailand
The brief: Deliver an island experience off Phuket for 200 delegates with an onward trip to Bangkok for 60 VIPs. This took place before Covid precautions were completely relaxed, so it was an event where we really had to think on our feet. Several suppliers we would have normally relied on were either still closed […] -
Botanica + Co at Bamboo Hills in Kuala Lumpur
Bamboo Hills is a relatively new development in Kuala Lumpur. Although it’s situated just a short distance from the commercial centre, which makes it perfect for MICE purposes, it’s surprisingly tranquil and relaxing, with abundant tropical greenery and waterways. The complex houses a choice of restaurants but Botanica+Co is emerging among the most popular. The […] -
Seekers Spirit House in Phnom Penh is a First
Seekers Spirit House is the first garden-to-glass distillery and tasting room in Phnom Penh. In a chic, modern industrial space carved from a former textile factory, it makes and markets its own small-batch spirits including vodka, gin, and liqueurs, which focus sharply on local typically Southeast flavorings, all made with water from the Mekong river. […] -
Combine Cocktails with a Star Ferry Sunset Tour
Hong Kong’s Star Ferry, which crisscrossed the city’s Victoria Harbour several times a day for well over a century, has always been one of Hong Kong’s most remembered and cherished features. Now relieved of its ferry duties, one of its boats has enjoyed a complete makeover and been refitted with the very latest low-carbon, environment […] -
Introducing the Cultural Art of Kintsugi Ceramic Repair
Contrary to many other cultures which maintain that newer is better and brand new is best of all, traditional Japanese culture sees a piece of ceramic that has been repaired as more beautiful than one that is unblemished. That concept is embodied in Kintsugi, a technique to repair broken ceramics using lacquer and other natural […] -
Connect with Balinese Culture Through Healing and Smiles
At Destination Asia we make great efforts to involve local communities in our offerings, which brings their work to a wide audience and also provides them with a source of much needed income. The Healing and Smiles initiative in Bali is a prime example. Suitable for groups of up to 30 pax, it focuses on […] -
Walk Through Singapore’s Rich Colonial History
Until the early 19th century, Singapore was a scantly populated island, fringed by a few fishing villages with an interior of dense, impenetrable forest. Then Sir Stamford Raffles arrived and, realising its potential as an ideal hub for Asian trade and defense, set out to transform it. In response to a number of suggestions, we’ve […] -
Grand Finale Gala Dinner Set in a Rice Field with Vietnamese Market
The brief:This major event for a global communications giant required customised multi-choice tours of Hoi An’s UNESCO World Heritage site and a final gala dinner for 210 delegates. Our dedicated MICE team worked hand in hand with our guides, drivers and operations team to deliver VIP airport fast-track services and seamless transport, which whisked the […]