Category: Asia

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on May 12, 2019 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Asia, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, France, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Pakistan, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Thailand, 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
Best city hotels in India

Best city hotels in India

By on May 08, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, India, Regions
India is a vast country with endless accommodation possibilities. While a lot of the 5 star hotels offer the standard luxury you would expect, there is a handful of them that offer much more, making sure every stay will be something special. Here are my top 5 city hotels in India which give you that
Top 10 things to do in Singapore

Top 10 things to do in Singapore

By on May 07, 2019 in Asia, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel
The Garden City. The food capital of Asia. The New York of the East. With names like these it’s no surprise that Singapore is one of the Far East’s most popular cruise destinations. Here are our top ten things to see and do in Asia’s Lion City. Singapore Flyer & Marina Bay Views across the
8 ways to get the most out of Spring skiing in Hakuba, Japan

8 ways to get the most out of Spring skiing in Hakuba, Japan

By on Apr 30, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, Japan, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel
Whether confined to school or work holidays or simply set on getting as many ski trips into the season as possible, a spring ski holiday definitely has it`s quirks. While warmer temperatures, sunnier skies and perhaps less crowds are definite pluses to skiing later in the season, slushier snow and fewer open slopes are some
Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Apr 28, 2019 in Air Travel, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Indonesia, Maldives, Regions, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, 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
7 once-in-a-lifetime experiences at the new destination Mergui Archipelago

7 once-in-a-lifetime experiences at the new destination Mergui Archipelago

By on Apr 17, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, Myanmar, Regions, Resorts
The mysterious Mergui Archipelago, off the east coast of southern Myanmar and Thailand, is the newest destination in Asia to open up to luxury travel. With 800 largely uninhabited islands scattered across a broad swathe of the Andaman Sea, the large region was once the rest and recreation playground for Burma’s British colonial holidaymakers dating
7 of the best luxury train journeys in the world

7 of the best luxury train journeys in the world

By on Apr 15, 2019 in Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, India, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, North America, Oceania, Peru, Rail Travel, Regions, Singapore, South America, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Kingdom, Western Europe
One of the best ways to travel and see the world’s sights is by train. Here are some of the most spectacular trains and train journeys around the world, from classic journeys such as going from London to Venice on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to travelling from north to south across Australia and making your way
Discovering Bagan, Mayanmar

Discovering Bagan, Mayanmar

By on Apr 14, 2019 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, Myanmar, Regions
On our journey to pick up the boat at Pakkoku taking us down the Irrawaddy river to Bagan, I asked our guide Wyn about a rather peculiar practice I had noticed with the locals in Myanmar. Every morning they paint their faces with a yellow substance, looking like very poorly applied make up, some add
Over-tourism leads to under-tourism

Over-tourism leads to under-tourism

By on Apr 11, 2019 in Asia, Bhutan, Japan, Myanmar, Regions
While ‘over-tourism’ has been a hot topic over the past year, its antidote ‘under-tourism’ has gained momentum in the last few months and we are thrilled! We identify hugely with this new trend as we appreciate that tourist hoards can be off-putting for many, especially the discerning traveller who values exclusive experiences when exploring destinations
Luxury travel in Vietnam

Luxury travel in Vietnam

By on Apr 04, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Vietnam
With so much to offer including pristine beaches, vibrant cities and ethereal landscapes, Vietnam is a sparkling jewel in the crown of Southeast Asia. Whether you want to stay in a unique city centre luxury hotel or spend your time at an elegant and luxurious beach resort, Vietnam has got you covered. If you fancy
This new luxury villa collection is another reason to visit Sri Lanka right now

This new luxury villa collection is another reason to visit Sri Lanka right now

By on Apr 03, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Featured, Regions, Sri Lanka, Vacation Rentals
One of the most up-and-coming luxury holiday destinations just got a whole lot more tempting. Luxury villa rental service Inspiring Villas has added some of the most exclusive beachfront properties in Sri Lanka to their portfolio. Already known for their exclusive luxury villas in Thailand, Inspiring Villas is now offering the same five-star standard in
Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Mar 31, 2019 in Asia, Brunei Darussalam, Japan, Kazakhstan, Regions, Singapore, South Korea
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
And the world's cleanest airline is...

And the world's cleanest airline is...

By on Mar 21, 2019 in Air Travel, Asia, Japan, Regions, Speciality Travel
Japan’s All Nippon Airlines (ANA) has been voted the world’s cleanest airline. The annual airline survey conducted by Skytrax shows how passengers rate airlines’ hygiene levels. As part of the World Airline Awards, it asked its database of 24.45 million customers to rate the standards and quality of cleanliness based on their flying experiences, taking
Top 10 most expensive cities in the world

Top 10 most expensive cities in the world

By on Mar 21, 2019 in Asia, California, China, Denmark, Europe, France, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe
Ever raised an eyebrow at the price of a meal on holiday? Spare a thought for those that live there. The Economist Intelligence Unit has published its annual Worldwide Cost of Living survey and it makes for very interesting reading. The survey was created to help companies calculate cost-of-living for expatriates and business travellers. Comparing the cost of
The world’s top 5 luxury rail journeys

The world’s top 5 luxury rail journeys

By on Mar 18, 2019 in Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, Featured, France, India, Italy, Leisure Travel, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Peru, Rail Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Turkey, Western Europe
When it comes to exploring the world by train, the choice seems never-ending. For many it’s the destination that makes all the difference, be it the Rockies of Canada or Australia’s far-flung outback. But, it’s also the train itself that truly makes the journey truly unforgettable, whether you’re drawn to the glamour of travel’s Golden
All that glitters is gold: some of the world's most spectacular gold landmarks

All that glitters is gold: some of the world's most spectacular gold landmarks

By on Mar 15, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Colombia, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Myanmar, Oceania, Regions, Russia, South America, Thailand, United Arab Emirates
Visit some of the world’s most impressive gold-themed attractions, from temples and museums that preside over the skylines of iconic cities to a lavish hotel made of gold which takes luxury to whole new heights, and a famous stretch of golden coastline which is a magnet for the A-list. After you’ve had your gold fix,