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Newly Renovated Haw Par Villa
Haw Par Villa is an 8.5 hectare Asian cultural park and the last of its kind in the world. Built in 1937, Singapore’s largest outdoor art gallery is the brainchild of Aw Boon Haw, the millionaire philanthropist and founder of Tiger Balm. -
A refreshing, exceptional experience in Laos
Begin the day immersed in nature at the breathtaking Kuang Si Waterfall – a short one-hour drive from Luang Prabang – where cascading turquoise pools and lush jungle surroundings create one of Laos’ most iconic landscapes. Flowing through dense forest, the waterfall spills over limestone tiers into vivid blue lagoons below, offering a serene and […] -
Events elevated aboard Korea’s floating islands
On Seoul’s Han River, world-first engineering meets creative event design at Some Sevit, a striking complex of three floating islands. Known as Gavit , Chavit, and Solvit (also known as Vista, Viva and Terra), the islands are each inspired by a local flower species and have been designed to float independently while remaining securely anchored, […] -
Handmade Memories in Yangon with Sein Nagar Glass Workshops
The Sein Nagar Glass Factory is a family-owned business that has been creating handmade glassware in Yangon for over 20 years. Initially working with plastics, the founder of Sein Nagar began experimenting with glass and saw great potential in using discarded glass bottles. -
New expressway makes Cambodia even more accessible
A major leap in Cambodia’s infrastructure took shape in April with the test opening of Bridge 28, the highest bridge in the country. Set for full launch in June, this striking structure is part of the ambitious National Road 10 project, developed in collaboration with China. National Road 10 runs from Battambang to Koh Kong, […] -
A journey of female empowerment in Malaysia
Location: Sarawak, Malaysia Capacity: Up to 30 pax Embark on a guided journey through the remarkable legacy of Margaret Brooke, Ranee of Sarawak. As both a British subject and an Asian monarch, her life story is truly fascinating. Margaret was conferred the title of Ranee, meaning queen, upon marrying Rajah Charles Brooke in 1869. The […] -
Chinese New Year Celebrations in Hong Kong
It is impossible to not be caught up in the energy of Chinese New Year as you huddle alongside others into crowded temples to pray for good fortune. This is an experience a visitor will never forget - alongside browsing festive markets for auspicious foods and fragrant blooms, -
Smoother journeys courtesy of Singapore’s cruise terminal upgrades
Travelling through Singapore’s ferry and cruise terminals is now faster and smoother than ever. Upgrades this year have introduced biometric ID, self-check-in kiosks and automated baggage handling at Tanah Merah and HarbourFront, making short-haul trips to Malaysia and Indonesia’s Riau Islands more convenient for travellers. For those setting sail on larger vessels, the Marina Bay […] -
Welcoming back to Bangkok’s Queen Sirikit National Convention Center
Venue: Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QNCC), Bangkok Capacity: Up to 20,000 pax Just a few minutes’ walk from the Asok Interchange, known widely as Bangkok’s central point, the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) first opened in 1989 and has now had a simply stunning makeover. Set amid beautifully landscaped new parkland, the […] -
19 Sep: Alert Level Raised for Mount Agung Volcano in Bali
Indonesian Officials have raised the alert level of Mount Agung volcano in northeast Bali from Level II (alert) to Level III (standby) on Monday 18th September 2017 at 21:30 pm. The increased alert level follows the recent raise from Level I (normal) to Level II (alert) on Thursday 14th September 2017. The National Disaster Mitigation […] -
Hong Kong Arts Festival celebrates its 52nd year
The first Hong Kong Arts Festival was held in 1973 and, apart from a brief pause during the pandemic, it has been going strong ever since. The 2024 edition, which is the 52nd in the series, promises to be one of the very best, with a massive array of diverse events on its calendar. Running […] -
Singapore Night Light Festival Illuminates the City
Taking place over two weekends every August, the Singapore Night Festival transforms the heritage rich precinct of Bras Basah/Bugis into a midsummer’s celebration.