A wildlife encounter can provide an enriching element to any trip to Southeast Asia, and opportunities abound for animal lovers in this part of the world. These unique experiences give a chance to learn more about some fantastic creatures from the people that work to conserve them. THAILAND – Elephants When organised responsibly, visiting elephants […]
Malaysia has the region’s third longest and, arguably, one of its most beautiful coastlines. Between the eastern and western coastlines of Peninsular Malaysia and nearly half the circumference of Borneo, the third largest island on earth, there is an overwhelming number of exotic beach destinations ripe for discovery. For travellers looking for a perfect blend […]
Cruising as a tourist endeavour has truly stood the test of time and is one of the fastest growing travel sectors today. Part of the reason for its success is the way it has diversified to meet the needs of today’s more sophisticated and demanding customers. That’s certainly the case in Asia where guests can indulge […]
Asia is a region of vivid landscapes, colourful history and myriad enthralling sights, sounds and scents, where it is easy to let the imagination run wild. From castaway lunches on paradise islands to bike rides around the ancient ruins at Angkor, Asia is endlessly generous when it comes to creating lasting memories. Yet, even in […]
When it comes to being persuasive to visitors, Luang Prabang is a seasoned charmer. Nestled at the confluence of the mighty Mekong and Nam Khan rivers with forest covered mountains forming its backdrop, the town remains the countries number one draw. Evocative scenes are not difficult to come by in the one-time Royal Capital. As […]
Known as the ‘Island of the Gods’, Bali’s prominence as a destination is rightfully huge. In recent times, growing numbers of visitors have been looking a little further east to Lombok, where the fabled Gili Islands have emerged as one of Indonesia’s premier beach havens. For those who relish both comfort and exoticism, however, there is […]
The southern reaches of Japan don’t get as much tourist footfall as the areas around Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, but they are no less alluring. Western Honshu, known as Chugoku, is best known for the legacy of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, its main city. However, visitors can experience everything from peaceful mountain scenery to […]
No natural draw encapsulates the otherworldly beauty of Vietnam quite like Halong Bay. Jutting out almost perpendicularly from the Gulf of Tonkin, 1600 or so limestone karsts stud the emerald waters of the bay. The seascape, which is UNESCO World Heritage-listed, is arguably the country’s most recognisable tourist draw and it is fully deserving of […]
