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Take a geisha-assisted tour in Kyoto
The Gion district, well known for its geishas, is a must-visit in Kyoto. There you can catch a glimpse of the ladies who inspired the movie Memoirs of a Geisha. -TNP
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Addicted to Madrid
Get lost in the Prado or stroll back in time along The Art Walk, but be forewarned - Madrid will haunt you long after you leave. -BT |
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Sea of clouds
Retrace the steps of poets and artists to capture the breathtaking scenery of Huangshan in China's Anhui province. -SPU
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Pasar malam in laid-back Amsterdam
See festivals all year round and have dinner on an old ferry in the Dutch city. -ST |
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Not just for the divers
Tioman island offers more than good dive spots - it is packed with plenty of activities both in and out of the water. And getting there has just gotten easier. -AsiaOne
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Terroir reigns
Bordeaux wine growers worship their land, so much so that they have a special term for it. -ST |
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A charming little secret by the sea
Thai hospitality is as warm as ever, whether you are in Phuket or in Bangkok. -BT
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Dazzling Dubai
In this Middle East metropolis, ancient Arab tradition and 21st-century Western-style modernity come together to impressive effect. -BT |
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Nail this $200 five-star deal
Grand Millennium Sukhumvit is a happy compromise for those willing to make the effort to visit Bangkok. -BT
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Lore behind KL road names
Their names have been rewritten by history several times. -NST |
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Bits of old Malaya in the Klang Valley
Road names reflect history. -NST
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Rich in diamonds and history
Mediaeval architecture and museums make Antwerp, Belgium a worthwhile visit -ST
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Wild wow W in the East
W hotel's newest property in Hong Kong cannot be beat for its rockstar bling factor of crystal-encrusted toilet bowls. -ST
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48 hours in New York on a shoestring
See all the sights without burning a whole in your pocket with this guide to the Big Apple. -Reuters |
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Epic journey through Hubei
Hubei, site of the Battle of Red Cliff, has mountains engraved with Tang dynasty poetry, giant statues of China's ancient heros and dramatic scenery. -SPU
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Sydney on a shoestring
It does not cost a lot to enjoy this lively Australian city if you love scenic beaches and beautiful gardens. -SPU |
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London on just $100 a day
With the British pound at its lowest in years, you can see a lot more than the Big Ben in London on just $100 a day. -ST
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India's city slickers go back to basics with rural tourism
The village of Purushwadi offers a simpler alternative to city life. -AFP |
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Oman offers rich culture to attract high-end tourism
It offers interaction with the Bedouin tribe, beautiful marble mosques. -Viet Nam News/ANN
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Marching to tune of guests' lifestyle
Hotel Citadines, Singapore, creates apartments that double as home offices along with flexible services. -BT |
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Rolling out the red carpet - all the way
Hotel Capella Singapore offers personal assistants and Phantom Rolls-Royces- luxury for the guest who knows what he wants. -BT
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Blazing the all-inclusive trail
Quincy is the first hotel in Singapore adopting an all-in-one pricing system- and what it offers is pretty unbelievable. -BT |
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Riding the wine frontier
Venture across California, where you will find good wines, great stories and a strong cast of characters. -BT
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Talking up merlot
Restaurant and winery Hitching Post, featured in the movie Sideways, is a place worthy of visiting in California. -BT |
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Roof of the world
A trip to Tibet on the earth's highest plateau is a heavenly experience. -SPU
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