Category: Asia

5 luxury things you must do in Phuket

5 luxury things you must do in Phuket

By on Feb 18, 2020 in Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Thailand, Travel Miscellany
Nestled in a group of islands in Thailand, Phuket is a must-see location that is full of natural beauty, and it is famous for the white sandy beaches. In fact, there are over 30 beaches on this one island, and these range from popular and bustling to more secluded and hidden for those prepared to
Vegan travel in Vietnam

Vegan travel in Vietnam

By on Feb 18, 2020 in Asia, Food and Drink, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam
Vietnam is a remarkable country offering intrepid travellers nature, history, countryside, beaches and some wonderful vegan food if you know where to look. There is a very good understanding of vegetarian and vegan food in Vietnam due to many of the Buddhist population choosing to eat plant based food on auspicious days in line with
Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Feb 16, 2020 in Africa, Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Egypt, Europe, Going Out, Health & Safety, Maldives, Middle East, Oman, Regions, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, Western Europe
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to
Singapore: the perfect halal-friendly escape in the heart of the city

Singapore: the perfect halal-friendly escape in the heart of the city

By on Feb 15, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Regions, Singapore
Singapore has become a popular holiday destination for many all around the world. Not only is it home to a beautiful culture, friendly faces, and delicious Singaporean cuisines, but it’s also full of luxuries and relaxing getaways perfect for Muslim couples, families, and travellers looking to unwind. Complete with various world-class attractions, halal-friendly hotels, and
Our top sailing adventures for 2020

Our top sailing adventures for 2020

By on Feb 13, 2020 in Africa, Antarctic, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Egypt, Europe, Greece, Indonesia, Myanmar, Peru, Polar Regions, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
For a luxury holiday with a difference, not much beats setting sail around remote islands, hidden coves, pristine beaches and scenic waterways. As Mark Twain said, ‘Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away
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23 things to do in Myanmar

By on Feb 12, 2020 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Myanmar, Regions
Myanmar is a cultural gold mine: the plains Bagan which are strewn with thousands of temple ruins; Mandalay and Yangon are heaving with colonial buildings and glittering stupas; Inle Lake is a place of heart-stopping beauty; the golden sands of Ngapali provide a quirky Myanmar beach holiday; the remote islands of the Mergui Archipelago are little-known gems to escape to. Rudyard Kipling wrote that Myanmar
Luxury travel news this week: Coronavirus special

Luxury travel news this week: Coronavirus special

By on Feb 09, 2020 in Asia, Attractions, China, Featured, Going Out, Health & Safety, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to
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6 recommended spots for your trip to Tokyo

By on Feb 09, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, Japan, Regions
Given that Tokyo is the largest metropolitan area in the world, home to over 36 million people, over 4,000 temples and shrines, and limitless attractions, things to do and see and places to eat, it can feel like an overwhelming place to visit. Don’t skip it, though! A little insider knowledge makes all the difference
Photo of the week: Salt Harvesting, Vietnam

Photograph of the week: Salt harvesting, Hon Khoi Salt Fields, Vietnam

By on Feb 05, 2020 in Asia, Regions, Vietnam
Every year Hon Khoi Salt Fields produces around 737,000 tons of salt. Or perhaps we should say, Hon Khoi Salt Fields yields 737,000 tons of salt. For it’s actually the hard-working, mostly middle-aged women who toil on said fields from 4am to 9am every morning, January to June, who are responsible for production. Interestingly, while
Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Feb 02, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, China, Europe, Going Out, Health & Safety, Hotels, North America, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to
Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Jan 26, 2020 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Asia, China, Europe, Health & Safety, Hotels, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to
5 of the world's most overlooked animals

5 of the world's most overlooked animals

By on Jan 25, 2020 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Indonesia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Mexico, Mozambique, Namibia, North America, Paraguay, Peru, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Uganda, Venezuela, Zambia, Zimbabwe
One of the most enticing things about travelling abroad is the chance to see the fascinating and unusual creatures of the world. There are many iconic wildlife experiences, whether it be looking at lions laze in the grasses of South Africa, meeting mountain gorillas in the dense jungles of Rwanda and Uganda or watching wildebeest
Short stay: Ambong Pool Villas, Langkawi, Malaysia

Short stay: Ambong Pool Villas, Langkawi, Malaysia

By on Jan 24, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Malaysia, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany
Ambong Pool Villas sits stylishly on one of the 99 (natural) islands that make up the Langkawi archipelago in the Andaman Sea, close to Thailand’s southern border. Open for just two years, this is a family run small rainforest resort set into the contours of a steep hillside where hornbills fly and monkeys clamber. The
9 of the best luxury sailing cruise adventures

9 of the best luxury sailing cruise adventures

By on Jan 20, 2020 in Africa, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Ecuador, Egypt, Europe, Greece, Indonesia, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide
The days of sail were thought to be over but they’re coming back with a vengeance. More and more people want to be environmentally friendly when they take a cruise these days and you can’t get much greener than a luxury sailing ship especially one that has been converted into a 5 star cruise liner.
Top 5 up-and-coming golf destinations for 2020

Top 5 up-and-coming golf destinations for 2020

By on Jan 18, 2020 in Asia, Bulgaria, Eastern Europe, Europe, Italy, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Portugal, Regions, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Western Europe
Anyone who loves golf and travel has a few bucket list golf courses on their minds, like The Old Course at St. Andrews or Pebble Beach. But when you are truly devoted to traveling the world to play golf, you start to crave new challenges. Here are our top five up-and-coming golf destinations to add
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21 things to do in Nepal

By on Jan 18, 2020 in Adventure Travel, Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Nepal, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel
Nepal is the ultimate mountain country; home to the magnificent 8,848-metre-high Mt. Everest, breathtaking Himalayan scenery and high-octane paths – it’s difficult to match Nepal for dramatic scenery. But with seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley alone, from ancient temples to stunning palace complexes, and epic wildlife and bird spotting opportunities, there’s