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W Presents Retreat: Global sounds drift through palms at W Koh Samui’s first retreat

It starts, as all good stories do, with a beat. Not the kind that ricochets off club walls at 3am or rattles the fillings in your teeth. This one hums low and...

I went to Macau and didn’t leave THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU for 48 hours

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I went to Macau and didn’t leave THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU for 48 hours

I decided on Macau and spent 48 hours at THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU, part of the Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau. Just a short flight from...

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What are SHA, SHA Plus and SHA Extra Plus hotels?

Ever wondered what the SHA letters mean on Thai hotel websites? It’s not just random alphabet soup or a bureaucratic stamp. SHA, SHA Plus and SHA Extra...

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Thailand places a big bet, dealing itself into the casino tourism game

Thailand has largely shut its doors to gambling, yet state-run horse racing and the official lottery remain as the country’s only legal exceptions.. That...

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Best water parks in and around Bangkok

An age-old saying amongst Bangkokians is that Thailand enjoys three seasons: ‘hot’, ‘bloody hot’, and ‘bloody hot and wet’!...

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The best of Asia

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Two Asian museums have been named among the most beautiful in the world for 2025

These stunners were recognised by the prestigious Prix Versailles architectural award

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Cute but weird: KL's Apohapoh on how she developed her quirky art style and the coolest spots in her city

Inside the mind of the illustrator and tattooist's 'unordinary' mind

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Can you guess? These three Asian cities are officially among the happiest in the world

The annual Happy City Index looks at metrics like governance and environment to determine the finest cities on earth

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The best hotels in Asia for 2025, according to TripAdvisor

The winner: a resort in a Vietnamese coastal town with beach views and Japanese onsen

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This striking skyscraper in Malaysia makes a dazzling appearance in Marvel's 'Thunderbolts' movie

Main actress Florence Pugh even makes a daring leap off the 678.9-metre-tall skyscraper – the second tallest in the world

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These are officially Asia's most gorgeous airport landings

Catch spectacular mountain views when you land at these airports

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The first Andaz hotel in Thailand has opened in Pattaya

If Marriott has W and Accor has SO on the “chic” side of their brand portfolios, then Hyatt has Andaz, the lifestyle luxury brand that’s...

Courtyard by Marriott has launched a new hotel in North Pattaya

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Courtyard by Marriott has launched a new hotel in North Pattaya

The 233-key property is equipped with all the facilities you need for a comfortable stay in the seaside town.

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Pattaya to welcome its first space-themed hotel

Pack your bags and head to Pattaya.

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Weekend getaways

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Weekend getaways: 11 best breaks in Southeast Asia for every type of traveller

We all could use a break from the daily grind – and what better way than an easy weekend getaway? With short flights and minimal planning, you can trade...

The perfect weekend getaway to Singapore

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The perfect weekend getaway to Singapore

Singapore is a city of contrasts. One moment, you’re admiring futuristic skyscrapers; the next, you’re strolling through heritage neighbourhoods...

The perfect weekend getaway to the Maldives

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The perfect weekend getaway to the Maldives

The Maldives is a stunning island paradise known for its unspoilt shores and pristine waters teeming with marine life. Located south of India and Sri Lanka,...

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The perfect weekend getaway to Phuket

There’s a reason why Phuket remains a traveller’s favourite even after all these years. This island on the Southwestern tip of Thailand is no...

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The perfect weekend getaway to Phu Quoc

Dreaming of a European getaway but don’t want to sit on a plane for hours? That’s where Phu Quoc comes in – a little slice of paradise that...

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The best hotel and resort deals in Phuket

COVID-19 may have put your annual shopping spree in Europe, a snowboard trip in Japan, or a gastronomic getaway in Denmark on hold, but it shouldn’t stop...

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Best restaurants in Phuket

Phuket has long been praised for its culinary culture, which highlights the province’s distinctive Phuketian Peranakan cuisine—mainly a blend...

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Bar-hopping in Phuket

Following in the footsteps of Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Phuket is becoming a destination for cocktail connoisseurs as its tippling culture steadily evolves from...

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5 upscale restaurants in Phuket you don’t want to miss

Phuket is one of the country’s best island destinations for a reason—several, actually. These include gorgeous sun-kissed shores, loads of great...

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Hotels

Banyan Tree Samui

Banyan Tree Samui was established on the island about a decade ago, but its timeless and exquisite design has withstood the test of time.

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The Habita at Sri Panwa

Phuket's Crown Jewel Sri Panwa has finally introduced the new addition to the luxurious villa complex. Called The Habita, this enclave is the perfect getaway...

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Little Shelter Chiang Mai

Boasting a stunning facade made of wooden and painted white shingles, and textured white interiors, Little Shelter is photogenic from every...