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Chiang Mai’s shimmering silver temple experience
Hidden within the traditional silver-making district of Chiang Mai, Wat Sri Suphan, often known as the Silver Temple, offers one of the city’s most distinctive cultural experiences. Covered almost entirely in silver, nickel, and aluminium, the temple is a striking modern interpretation of traditional Lanna architecture and remains unlike any other temple in Thailand. From […] -
Kampot emerges as top Cambodian destination
Set along the banks of a peaceful river beneath the dramatic backdrop of Bokor Mountain, Kampot is quickly emerging as one of Cambodia’s most appealing destinations for travellers seeking a slower and more authentic experience. Surrounded by green rice fields, limestone caves and countryside landscapes, Kampot offers a very different side of Cambodia. Many of […] -
New luxury hotel opens on Indonesia’s southernmost tip
Part of Leading Hotels of the World, NIHI Sumba has long been recognised as one of Indonesia’s most celebrated luxury resorts. Building on that reputation, the newly opened NIHI Rote introduces a new level of barefoot luxury on Indonesia’s southernmost island. Located along the white sands of Bo’a Beach, the resort overlooks the Indian Ocean […] -
Wellness-inspired hotel opens in Vietnam’s Hue
Set along the banks of the Perfume River, the newly opened Grand Royal Riverside Hue brings a refined new luxury stay to Hue, Vietnam’s former imperial capital. Known for its royal heritage, riverside charm, and slower pace of life, the destination provides the ideal setting for a property designed to blend contemporary comfort with the […] -
An authentic getaway in a Northern Laos village
Tucked into the lush hills of northern Laos, Sook Village offers more than just a place to stay, it’s an immersive experience shaped by nature, local culture and the slower rhythm of life along the Nam Ou River. Surrounded by dramatic limestone mountains and dense jungle landscapes, the village invites travellers to disconnect from the […] -
The legendary Earth Celebration returns to Japan
Each August, Earth Celebration transforms Sado Island into a vibrant showcase of music, culture and community spirit, with the powerful rhythms of taiko drumming at the heart of the experience. Taking place from 21 to 23 August, this year’s festival will once again bring together internationally renowned performers, cultural practitioners and visitors from around the […] -
Hong Kong festival celebrating Chinese culture
Running from June through September, Chinese Culture Festival returns with an extensive program celebrating the depth, diversity and continuing evolution of Chinese arts and heritage in Hong Kong. The annual festival highlights the city’s role as a cultural crossroads, bringing together traditional performance arts, contemporary productions and community-led cultural initiatives. This year’s program features nearly […] -
All aboard for a magical trip through Borneo
Travelling through the landscapes of Sabah aboard a historic steam locomotive, the North Borneo Railway experience offers visitors a journey that combines heritage, culture and community connection. Operating along one of the region’s oldest railway routes, the experience follows the former North Borneo Railway line through tropical countryside, rural villages and historic towns that reflect […] -
Singapore adds an oceanic twist to National Day
As Singapore National Day celebrations take place across the city on 9 August, Singapore Oceanarium will mark the occasion with a special one-day program celebrating the nation’s strong connection to the sea and marine conservation. A highlight of the event will be an underwater presentation of the Singapore flag performed by professional divers within the […] -
Happy birthday to Bangkok’s most famous hotel
For 150 years, Mandarin Oriental Bangkok has stood as a sanctuary on the banks of the Chao Phraya River — a place where royalty, writers, artists, and world travellers have found not only comfort but inspiration. From its beginnings as The Oriental Hotel in 1876 to becoming one of the world’s most celebrated luxury hotels, […] -
A blaze of glory set to blossom in Singapore
The long-awaited Singapore Garden Festival is set for its 10th anniversary celebrations at Gardens By The Bay from 10 July to 12 July. To mark the extra special occasion, this year will feature a Show Gardens All-Stars section, reproducing and highlighting eight of the past years’ winners. That’s on top of the attractions that people […] -
Hong Kong film set reborn as forgotten city
Here’s a Hong Kong attraction with a fascinating backstory. Kowloon Walled City Park was built as a complex of studios where a whole host of famous box-office successes were filmed, including the smash hit Twilight. It was demolished in the early 90s but did not fade from movigoers’ memories and many productions filmed there have […]