If you’re vegetarian or vegan, you might be apprehensive about travelling Southeast Asia. While it’s true that vegetarianism isn’t that widespread in the region, you will still discover great meat-free foods in every major city. There are plenty of vegetarians in Asia, enjoying tasty plant-based cuisine – you may well be surprised at what amazing […]
Hanoi is foodie heaven, not just for the great eats, but for the whole vibrant experience of street-side dining. Food vendors offer up a mouth-watering array of choices, while streetside dining can’t be beat for an authentic local experience. Pull up a plastic stool, gather around a stainless steel table with friends, opt for some […]
Compact and convenient yet brimming with exotic attractions and historic sights, Penang is one of Malaysia’s banner destinations. Strategically important due to its location in the Straits of Malacca, the island has acted as a crossroads for trade and a link between Asia’s two halves for centuries. It’s colourful history can be easily digested in […]
Previously overshadowed by bigger hitting destinations further north, the southern section of Laos is coming into its own as a magnet for tourists. From the limestone karsts and dense forests of the Phou Hin Boun NPA (National Protected Area) to the coffee plantations and roaring waterfalls of the verdant Bolaven Plateaux, southern Laos is prime […]
From the Alpine peaks of chilly Hokkaido in the north to the coral reefs of Okinawa over 3000 kilometers south, Japan has a collection of greatest hits to send the pulse of any travel enthusiast racing. Vibrant cities supply plenty of sensory stimuli, but their neon lit pace is offset by a plethora of natural […]
Often bypassed by travellers rushing either to the mountains of the north or the beaches of the south, the central and northeastern reached of Thailand have plenty of attributes to woo visitors. Central Thailand is the country’s cultural heartland. Fed by the Chao Phraya River, the fertile plain north of Bangkok births much of the […]
Vietnam’s narrow waist arguably packs in the biggest concentration of must-see attractions in the country. From myriad leisure options that encompass championship golf courses and perhaps the finest stretch of sand in the region to a wealth of historical and natural draws, the slender strip of land is popular with a broad spectrum of travelers, […]
For those keen on discovering the intricacies of authentic Chinese cuisine, this half-day experience offers some practical insight. Heading down one of Beijing’s iconic hutongs (traditional alleys), take part in a hands-on course learning to either prepare traditional dumplings from scratch or how to prepare dishes unique to three different regions. Under the guidance […]
