The Bali Resort With 14 Pools, 30 Restaurants and a Private Clifftop Beach

Some resorts give you a place to stay; AYANA Resort Bali gives you a whole clifftop world to explore. AYANA Resort Bali occupies 90 hectares of clifftop on Jimbaran’s southwestern coast, and it uses every square metre of it. There are 14 pools, a private beach accessible only by inclinator or 197 steps, a six-hectare […]

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The Best Tour Destinations for 2027

These bucket-list destinations are your reasons to book a guided tour in 2027 For 2027, these destinations are at the top of every serious traveller’s list – India and Japan for the depth; Vietnam and Sri Lanka for the food and value; Africa for the wildlife; Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, Spain and Portugal for the kind […]

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Paradisus by Meliá Bali: Your New All-Inclusive Bali Escape

Following a 15-month transformation, Paradisus by Meliá Bali pairs Nusa Dua beachfront living with adults-only retreats, family-friendly experiences and all-inclusive dining. Once known as Meliá Bali, this Nusa Dua beachfront address has been reborn as Paradisus by Meliá Bali, an all-inclusive retreat with two distinct ways to stay: one designed for families, the other reserved […]

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Bold Design & Better Views: This Resort is Ha Long Bay’s Best New Stay

A bold addition to a famous seascape, Ha Long Bay’s brightest new resort pairs striking design with thoughtful local touches, delivering a stay that feels both polished and authentically Vietnamese. Brand-new luxury hotels arrive gleaming, designed with confidence and delivered with flair. The worry, always, is whether they have any soul. InterContinental‘s newest Vietnamese property […]

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12 Best Things to Do in Sri Lanka’s South

Sun, surf and safari: encounter awe-inspiring wildlife, history and tradition on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Locals call it ‘Down South’: a region where destination hotels, untamed wildlife, historic seaside towns and centuries-old traditions adorn the shoreline of Sri Lanka’s south. From thrilling saaris in Yala National Park to kayaking through the mangrove-lined waters of […]

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This Award-Winning Bali Hotel Has a Pool Big Enough to Rival the Ocean

A Josper grill restaurant, Legian Beach at your doorstep and swimming pool worth diving in to – here’s why The Stones Hotel keeps drawing people back to Bali. Legian quietly sits between Kuta and Seminyak, often overlooked by travellers planning a Bali escape. The Stones Hotel is a reason to change that. It’s a want-for-nothing […]

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The Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Vietnam

Beachfront beauty, all-inclusive luxury, historic treasures: from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, discover the best family friendly hotels in Vietnam. Vietnam’s best family-friendly hotels and resorts are designed to keep everyone happy – from toddlers to teens (and parents, too). Think all-day entertainment programs at kids’ clubs, splash zones and sprawling waterparks, plus generous buffets that even picky eaters will happily […]

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These Tropical Holiday Destinations Are Made for Your Next Escape

From glossy Maldivian luxury to jungle-clad Sri Lanka and incense-scented Bali, which tropical holiday paradise is your perfect match? Not all tropical destinations are created equal: while they may have postcard-perfect beaches and swaying palms in common, the culture and vibe is completely distinct to each. So how do you choose when booking your next […]

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5 Experiences You Can’t Miss at Ha Long Bay

From floating feasts to secluded swims, here are five experiences you can’t miss at Ha Long Bay. This vast UNESCO World Heritage site is one of Vietnam‘s finest natural masterpieces, dotted with nearly 2000 limestone islands that rise dramatically from crystal-clear water. A day cruise on the bay is a must for many visitors to […]

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Pastries, Pools and Spas: This Singapore Hotel Does It All

COMO Metropolitan Singapore delivers a downtown sanctuary with TikTok-famous pastries, Michelin-starred bites, and the city’s largest COMO Shambhala spa. Orchard Road is loud, flashy and impossible to ignore – and then there’s COMO Metropolitan Singapore, quietly doing its own thing. Part of the new COMO Orchard destination, it blends rooms, restaurants, wellness spaces and fashion boutiques, so you can start the day with Cédric Grolet pastries, browse a […]

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The Best Restaurants in Hong Kong

With Cantonese traditions and British influence, Hong Kong uniquely blends culinary excellence from around the world. Street stalls, tea shops and Cantonese BBQ – here’s our pick of the best restaurants in Hong Kong. Centuries-old Cantonese traditions, strong influences from its past as a British colony and with many expats calling it home, Hong Kong’s […]

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Is This the Most Beautiful Hotel Renovation in Singapore?

Following a top-to-toe redesign, this Marina Bay icon has reemerged with bold colours, gallery-style floors and one of the city’s most dramatic atriums. Mandarin Oriental Singapore has always been one of the city’s recognisable landmarks, thanks to its soft green exterior and the dramatic atrium designed by John Portman. After a major transformation completed in […]