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Walking for a view in Hong Kong.

Transports of delight: 10 unusual ways to see Asia

From China by bullet train to hiking in Hong Kong – go the unexpected route and you’ll find new ways to enjoy these destinations.

  • by Brian Johnston
You’ll find Russian menus and waiters speaking Russian in Sri Lankan beach town Galle.

Russians are changing the face of travel destinations in Asia

In the first two months of 2023, more than 370,000 Russian visitors arrived in Thailand. In Phuket, upscale real estate sales have gone ballistic.

  • by Michael Gebicki
Treehouse Villas Koh Yao, Thailand.

Hidden gems of South-East Asia: Nine resorts that visitors overlook

Some of us enjoy a sense of discovery. If that sounds like you, try one of these resorts on for size.

  • by Ute Junker
The beautiful waters of Koh Samui.

Why it's time to get on board a cruise around Asia

Done the Med and think the Caribbean is a flight too far? Savvy cruisers are discovering a whole new world of wonders in Asia.

  • by Sally Macmillan
There's no shortage of fun on-board.

Cruise Asia on Royal Caribbean's Spectrum of the Seas

Royal Caribbean's billion-dollar leviathan is the most expensive ship purpose built for the Chinese market.

  • by Caroline Gladstone
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A gur (Mongolian yurt) in the Gobi Desert.

Central and South Asia: Best things to see and do

No matter how many times you've visited Asia, there's always something new to discover.

  • by Traveller
Sake barrels are offered up to the deities at Tsurugaoka Shrine in Kamakura, Japan.

Asia travel tips: How to drink like a local in Asia

South-east Asians have a liking for assorted creatures pickled in alcohol.

  • by Brian Johnston
Bali escape: Alila Seminyak.

Best destinations for a quick getaway: Top places for a short stay holiday around Australia, Asia and Pacific

A holiday and change of scenery need not stretch for weeks on end to make you feel like you've truly got away from it all.

  • by Sheriden Rhodes
 Laguna Lang Co Golf Club is a big part of Vietnam's push for international golf travellers.

Six of the best: Golf resorts in Asia

A lot of world records were broken when China's Mission Hills Golf Club was built.

  • by Craig Tansley
The vertical 'green wall' garden in Terminal 3 at Changi Airport.

Tips on what to do at Singapore, Bangkok or Hong Kong airport on a layover

How to make the most of that dreaded 'dead time' on a short or long stay over in Asia's three leading airport hubs.

  • by Michael Gebicki