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Thailand welcomes back its famous elephants
Imagine wandering the historic streets of Bangkok and discovering life-sized elephants painted in dazzling colors around every corner. Once a common sight led by mahouts, elephants were removed from the city streets due to concerns about their welfare. Today, their presence has been brilliantly re-imagined as an outdoor art exhibition, with sculptures created by artists […] -
Red Bean Pancake Recipe by Destination Asia Japan
This week we’re cooking up Doraemon's favourite snack: dorayaki, also known as red bean pancakes! -
New Aspect to Chiang Mai Accommodation
The ‘Sleep Box’ in Chiang Mai has taken a collection of ordinary shipping containers and created something unique, while at the same time both cozy and comfortable. 14 containers of varying sizes have been assembled to create 800 square meters of living space – and a total of 21 design conscious rooms. -
Wood Carving with a Master Craftsman
Wood Carving is an art that has been practiced all over the world but very avidly in Southeast Asia where great pieces of woodwork have been crafted throughout the ages. -
Drive Your Very Own Tuk Tuk in Bangkok
The ubiquitous Tuk Tuk is a familiar sight to those exploring Bangkok. -
Exceptional Video Documentary of Vietnam
After a film shoot that has taken ten months and covered over fifteen relatively unknown locations in Vietnam, the Destination Asia Vietnam media team completed the last part of their project ‘On the Roof of Vietnam'. -
Authentic Rasam Recipe by Destination Asia Malaysia
Looking for a little inspiration in the kitchen? We’ve got you covered. Welcome to our first Destination Asia recipe from Malaysia. -
La Casa Lao Opens its Doors in Luang Prabang
Visitors to the stunning region of Luang Prabang in Northern Laos now have a very special dining experience available. -
Bangkok Welcomes Beautifully Decorated Subway Stations
The central area of Bangkok covered by these four new subway stations is home to many of the city’s most visited attractions; such as, the Grand Palace, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Wat Pho. -
The Kings of Thailand Tower Over Hua Hin
Hua Hin continues to develop as a tourism center close to Bangkok, offering more and more attractions for visitors to this royal town. The latest development is certainly worth a visit and is guaranteed to impress any traveler. -
Autonomous ferry takes to Japanese waters
Travellers to Japan’s Seto Inland Sea will soon have a new and innovative way to explore the region, with the launch of the world’s first fully autonomous passenger ferry. Operated by Kokusai Ryobi Ferry Co., the Olympia Dream Seto will connect Okayama on the mainland with the island of Shodoshima, offering a 70 minute crossing […] -
A perfect freewheeling way to explore Cambodia
Visitors to the Angkor temples in Cambodia are often captivated by their timeless tranquility. To experience the site’s quiet heart away from the crowds, travellers can explore it by bicycle. In this private experience, our expert guides lead guests at a leisurely, noiseless pace along shaded forest trails where the scent of frangipani blossoms mingles […]