Destinations - Asia
India: Top 10 World Heritage Sites
There are 37 World Heritage Sites located in India. These include 29 cultural sites, seven natural sites and one mixed site. India has the 6th largest number of sites in the world.
There are more well known ones in India (such as The Taj Mahal and The Red Fort of Agra) but we have decided to showcase 10 here…some of which you may or may not have heard of … all of which are well worth a visit.
Welcome To Asia… With Wendy Wu Tours
Wendy Wu Tours, one of New Zealand’s leading touring specialists to Asia (and beyond) has released an incredible offer of…
Abercrombie & Kent – Go Beyond the Extraordinary
Journey On A Luxury Small Group Journey In 2024 Abercrombie & Kent’s Luxury Small Group Journeys for 2024 deliver an…
8 Thrilling Activities To Try In Thailand
While Thailand is known worldwide for its tropical beaches and intricately built temples, the country is filled with thrilling activities…
India’s Lesser Known Destinations
Most people who travel to India often head to familiar destinations – ‘must visit’ places such as Delhi, Agra and…
The Real Macao
By Jo Holley The Real Macao … a kaleidoscopic adventure tantalising all your senses – all at once. All you need…
India: Top 10 World Heritage Sites
There are 37 World Heritage Sites located in India. These include 29 cultural sites, seven natural sites and one mixed…
Experience the 10 Best Festivals in India
Attending India’s best festivals will unite you with an array of colourful traditions and culture of this most diverse of…
Top 6 Reasons to visit China
If you are planning a trip abroad in the coming year, you will need to make a decision about where…
EAT PRAY HIKE – LIFE ON A HIMALAYAN TRAIL (PART 1)
LIFE ON A HIMALAYAN TRAIL (PART 1) Images and text by Shane Boocock We had luckily arrived in Lukla by…
111-day spiritual journey across Asia
Meditate with monks, trek to Tibet, and take part in sacred ceremonies At the same time the founder of the New-York…
4 Compelling Reasons to Visit Sri Lanka
The beautiful island nation of Sri Lanka is renowned for its golden beaches, misty mountains, and ancient Buddhist ruins. Located…
20 things not to miss in Bangkok
To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Banyan Tree Bangkok, the team at the hotel has shared their top 20 reasons why…
5 Reasons to Visit Hue
By Phan Trong Minh, General Manager La Residence Hotel & Spa Palaces and Pavilions. The city, especially within the…
5 Reasons to Visit Hanoi
By Franck Lafourcade, General Manager, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi 36 Streets. Asia is full of compelling markets, from the high-end…
Breakfast In Asia
Dinner inspires all the glamour, and lunch is often a great adventure. But breakfast, lowly breakfast, is so often taken…
Pacific Islands to visit before you die
Pacific islands have a certain, special place in our folklore. They’re a place of wonder that inspired the great minds…
Tasty Tales from Taipei
By Shane Boocock More than a few times on my recent trip to Taiwan the subject of Māori and indigenous migrations across the Pacific…
Hong Kong Highlights
By Gayle Dickson Hong Kong is a city that literally bristles with excitement; there’s a vibe, a buzz, a sensation you…
Kuala Lumpur like a local
Living it up, and down, like a local Words and images by Graham Reid The view across Kuala Lumpur at sunset…
The Kingdom of Cambodia
Welcome to the Kingdom of Cambodia Phnom Penh Situated at the confluence of three rivers, the Mekong, and the general…
6 Reasons to Visit China
If you are planning a trip abroad in the coming year, you will need to make a decision about where…
Spotting Elusive Tigers
by Pawan Kotiyal Every wildlife enthusiast nurtures the dream of sighting a tiger in its natural habitat. But, to have a…
Jiuzhaigou – China’s Fairytale World
Long before the tourists began to flock to China’s Jiuzhaigou region, local Tibetans revered the national park for its breathtaking…
Malaysia Bucketlist
With Malaysia’s diverse culture and landscape, the possibility for adventure is endless. Visitors can climb the highest peak in South…
Malaysia – hornbill habitats
Malaysia’s hornbill habitat gets international recognition Malaysia has two new eco-tourism areas – one of which is a forest estimated…
A Jaunt on a Hong Kong Junk
There’s no better way to see the neon skyline of Hong Kong than taking a cruise around the harbour at…
Asian Hotels and Casinos
Macau is often considered to be the top entertainment destination but many also visit South Korea. Asia has a variety…
Zhongdian, China
by Adrian Gallo The city of Zhongdian at 3200m above sea level, was recently renamed “Shangri-la” by the Chinese government,…
Finns Beach Club Canggu, Bali
Beach Clubbing at its Finn-est Absolute beachfront at the famous Berawa Beach surf break, yet only 15 minutes from Seminyak,…
The Opera Nights of Old Saigon
By John Gardner, General Manager, Caravelle Hotel As cultural landmarks go, the Saigon Opera House falls easily into the ‘right…
Langkawi – 99 Islands
By Adrien Gallo Malaysia’s Langkawi Islands are well established within Malay mythology, and are becoming increasingly well known as one…
Mandalay, Burma
By Adrien Gallo Mandalay, Burma (now called Myanmar) frozen in time, exudes a special charm and exotic conjures up images…
Malaysia – best beaches
Three beaches in Malaysia have made it into the top 50 beaches in the world in a survey conducted by…
Linger longer at Finn’s, Bali
Finn’s Beach Club at the award-winning Semara Luxury Villa Resort is fast becoming one of Bali’s premier must-visit destinations for…
Taboo Travel: Saigon in a More Dangerous Era
By John Gardner, General Manager, Caravelle Hotel Think of all the great places that are verboten when it comes to…
Luxury Break Or Idyllic Honeymoon
Malaysia is the perfect destination of choice for a luxury getaway from indulging in five-star accommodation or private chalets on…
Myanmar travel tips
With record numbers heading to Myanmar since the relaxation of international sanctions, Visa has developed a top tips guide for…
Meandering in Mongolia
By Michael Dickson I must admit to being a bit of a history nut and when going on holiday I…
Mee Goreng (spicy fried noodles)
By Julie Hart Malaysia is very much a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural melting pot. This is clearly evident in their cuisine,…
Temple of a thousand shadows
by Paul Rush Misty rain is falling from the dense foliage overhead as I walk the jungle trail to…
Onsen Bathing
A revealing look at a Japanese tradition by Sharon Stevenson Some things in Japan will always be impenetrable to Westerners…
5 Star Plus cruising
by Cheryl Browne Asia is a popular holiday destination for New Zealanders, and cruising is a cost effective and efficient…
The Riches of Vietnam
With friendly people, idyllic beaches, colourful history and delicious cuisine, Vietnam has something to offer every traveller – it’s a…
Kuala Lumpur – The Spot to Stop
With Jetstar (ex Auckland) and Air Asia X (ex Christchurch) soon to commence New Zealand services to Kuala Lumpur in…
Malaysia – a duty free shopping destination
The shopping scene in Malaysia is changing – shoppers can expect more variety of imported goods and at better prices!…
Bangkok by Bike
by Fred Novella Get Thai’d! You’re talking to a tourist whose every move’s among the purest I get my kicks…
Koh Phi Phi
Koh Phi Phi is the collective name for a cluster of six islands included in the Mu Koh Phi Phi-Nopparathara…
Malaysia’s East Coast Islands
EXPLORE THE UNSPOILED BEAUTY OF MALAYSIA’S EAST COAST ISLANDS The East Coast Islands are Malaysia Peninsula’s most unspoiled treasures. Boasting…
THE MANY FACES OF MALAYSIA
THE MANY FACES OF MALAYSIA An unsung hero when it comes to stopover experiences or as a standalone holiday, Kuala…
THE MAGIC OF JAPAN
REDISCOVERING THE MAGIC OF JAPAN Words and images by Steven Fernandez The mention of Japan during 2011 conjured up images of…
SPAS OF SAMUI
SPAS OF SAMUI by Diana Rowe After trekking across Thailand’s mainland for two weeks, I arrived at Koh Samui Airport…