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Hanoi, Vietnam’s captivating capital blends ancient history with modern energy. Photo: Getty Images

Uncovering Hanoi, Vietnam’s rich culture and cuisine

Locals recommend the Vietnamese capital’s best street food, creative spaces and historical sights.

How the Israel-Gaza war is destroying Jordan’s tourism industry

A forgotten town that became the US-Mexico border’s hippest new spot

Review | NYC’s Nine Orchard Hotel, which just hosted Tom Holland and Zendaya

The hotel offers cosy vibes and the quintessential New York experience, with Holland and Zendaya recently on hand for the launch of Holland’s premium non-alcoholic beer brand, Bero.

We review Nine Orchard Hotel: Tom Holland and Zendaya were recently at the luxury landmark property – housed in a neo-renaissance building in the heart of Chinatown. Photo: Handout

3 of the best places for solo female travel, including Hong Kong

Two solo women travel experts reveal their favourite destinations to explore, where safety is high and the culture is vibrant.

Balinese hope construction freeze can tame tourism

While Bali’s residents acknowledge the importance of tourism, many worry the influx of travellers is damaging the resort island.

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Think Japan isn’t friendly for tourists with disabilities? Think again

Japan has made big steps in accessible travel, one expert says, while bodies like Accessible Japan and TokudAw help those with special needs.

Josh Grisdale says he has received assistance everywhere he has travelled in Japan, including from this priest in Kyoto. Photo: Josh Grisdale

Why many feel cold at the prospect of a Greenland tourism boom

New runways will bring more international tourists seeking Greenland’s breathtaking beauty but could add to the effects of climate change.

5 ‘silent tourism’ retreats to visit, from Ecuador to Sweden

‘Quiet travel’ destinations such as Ecuador’s Zabalo Village Quiet Stay and Sweden’s Peace & Quiet Hotel offer serenity, beautiful nature and mental clarity.

Want an unparalleled view of Hong Kong? Try tandem paragliding

From Sai Kung to Lantau, paragliding in Hong Kong gives a feeling of complete freedom, but go with a licenced operator to avoid accidents.

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Emil Kaminski (left), the chief pilot at Hong Kong Hike ‘N’ Fly, a tandem paragliding operator, poses for a photo as he takes a person paragliding. Photo: Emil Kaminski

Where to eat in Surry Hills, Sydney’s creative culinary hub

Taylor Swift ate pasta in this area where Australian gastronomy thrives. We explore Surry Hills on foot from the artsy Ace Hotel Sydney.

Jatz crackers topped with smoked butter and anchovies at Kiln. Photo: Kiln

5 great reasons to visit Shanghai this November, when weather is good

From a jazz festival and the Shanghai Greenhouse to art exhibitions and Marina Abramovic’s new showcase, there’s lots to enjoy this month.

Now is a good time to buy a cheap plane ticket in China, HSBC tells travellers

Carriers adding more routes and economic uncertainty on the mainland will put pressure on airlines to cut prices, HSBC says.

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5 must-see places in Shenzhen for art lovers and architecture fans

A shopping mall, a fashion company HQ and a restaurant are among the places to admire art and architecture in the Chinese tech hub.

The Marisfrolg Campus in Shenzhen. Photo: Shutterstock

Exclusive | Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific in talks to help Saudi carrier expand Asia routes

Talk of a partnership followed the bulk order of 60 Airbus A321neo aircraft, announced this week during the annual FII conference in the Saudi capital.

The delivery of a Boeing 787-9 aircraft with Riyadh Air’s livery at the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on June 12, 2023. Photo: Riyadh Air

Why Niigata in Japan deserves to be on every foodie’s radar

Niigata is known for Japan’s best koshihikari rice and sake, but it offers much more. We run the rule over 7 of the best places to eat there.

The 14 best places to stay in UK and Ireland according to Michelin Guide

The 3-key hotels – keys being the equivalent of dining stars – in new guide include luxury London hotels, country houses and golf resorts.

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What’s at Epic Universe, Universal’s Florida theme park opening in 2025

What to expect when Universal Orlando Resort’s new theme park opens in May 2025, packed with attractions from popular films and video games.

An artist’s rendering of the Isle of Berk at Universal Epic Universe. Photo: Universal Orlando/TNS

Why Mexico’s lucha libre is so much more than a masked wrestling spectacle

It’s difficult to find an experience as quintessentially Mexican as lucha libre, the wrestling extravaganzas with masked heroes and villains.

Ryan Reynolds bought UK football club Wrexham. Now city is booming

Tourism in the Welsh city has rocketed since Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s purchase and the airing of Disney+ TV series Welcome to Wrexham.

Puerto Galera beyond the reefs: insider tips to the Philippines’ diving capital

Aquatic diversions both above and below the surface may be the prime draw to the Philippines’ Puerto Galera, but the roads west and south lead to pleasures only those in the know are familiar with.

White Beach, by far the most popular of Puerto Galera’s many beaches with both local and overseas visitors. Its white sands pristine waters enchant by day and its vibrant nightlife entertainment by night. Photo: Terry Duckham

How to experience Yangshuo, China, like a local – beyond its famous mountains

The mountains of Yangshuo need no introduction, but the picturesque Guangxi county offers much more – from the Tiger Mountain Waterfall to delicious beer fish.

Yangshuo County is a county under the jurisdiction of Guilin City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China. Photo: Getty Images

Follow the Mozart trail in Salzburg, Austria, birthplace of the genius

Stroll around Austria’s fourth largest city and take in the places where Mozart was born, lived, and composed and conducted music.

6 winter travel ideas off the tourist trail, from Portugal to Morocco

Winter resorts away from the crowds that should be on your radar, from a beachside hideaway in the Bahamas to an upscale Red Sea retreat.

Singapore’s bold mission to naturalise its urban setting

Singapore’s evolution from Garden City to City in Nature has been the latest step in a decades-long process by which an urban population is learning to coexist with the natural world.

Visitors crossing the bridge of the Cloud Forest at the The Gardens by the Bay, a nature park in Singapore. Photo: Matilde Gattoni

Why you should visit Desaru Coast, Malaysia’s new holiday hotspot

Luxury resorts, pristine beaches and award-winning spas combine with a strong eco ethos at Malaysia’s crowd-free Desaru Coast.

People play at Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast, one of many attractions designed to appeal to families visiting Malaysia’s new five-star resort destination. Photo: Desaru Coast

Sicilian town has it all, from beach to delicious food ... and the Mafia

Bagheria has everything a tourist could want, from beaches to history and good food. But it also has an enduring Mafia presence.

Dubai vs Abu Dhabi: a tale of two emirates reveals modern and historical wonders

Home to more than their fair share of the world’s biggest, fastest and tallest wonders, Abu Dhabi and Dubai offer features of ultra-modern architecture and an oil-wealth of sights to marvel at.

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Travel Destinations
Millennial-focused articles on travel destinations, including city guides, country guides, trip planning, city breaks, beach holidays, adventure travel, and travel tips.
last updated:
9 September, 2024
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