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

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.

Singapore airport to hike flying fees to fund US$2.3 billion upgrade

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What sets Disney cruises apart from its parks? The luxury experience

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Explainer | How to enter mainland China visa-free: a traveller’s guide

As mainland China grants a wider list of countries visa-free access, we survey all the ways to enter without fees or lengthy paperwork.

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Transiting via one of mainland China’s international airports is one method by which entry to the country can be obtained without a visa. Photo: Xinhua

China’s international flights to reach new heights, led by domestic carriers

One-way flights to and from China set to increase by nearly 31 per cent year on year between late October and March, according to industry data.

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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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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

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.

Hong Kong police arrest man over theft of HK$4,300 on board flight from Malaysia

Passenger from mainland China detained after two other travellers said cash taken from their luggage mid-flight.

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

61,000 residents seek Hong Kong document for 5-year mainland travel permit

Director of Immigration Benson Kwok says mainland travel permit ‘very popular among non-Chinese residents’ in Hong Kong.

The permit allows for self-service clearance at border control checkpoints. Photo: Eugene Lee

5 ski resorts getting sustainable makeovers this winter

From Shanghai’s vast indoor slopes to the planet’s ever more eco-savvy resorts, here’s our round-up of some the world’s most exciting skiing destinations.

The locals’ guide to Chiang Mai, Thailand – from where to eat, to what to do

Sample local delicacy khao soi – recommended by Anthony Bourdain’s Thai food guru, hike to the temples of Doi Suthep-Pui National Park, or catch some Muay Thai or live music.

China set to beat pre-pandemic travel levels during ‘golden week’ holiday

Week-long National Day break is expected to see more than 1.9 billion journeys, most of them by car.

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Tuesday is expected to be the busiest day for rail travel. Photo: Xinhua

How The Datai Langkawi delivers on its promise to put nature first

Looking for a high-end resort that prioritises sustainability, where you share your balcony with langurs and macaques? Give The Datai in Malaysia a try

The Datai Langkawi is a five-star resort where animals are as welcome as the guests – just be ready to share your villa with the odd monkey or bat. Photo: Datai Langkawi

Review | The Reykjavik Edition: true luxury in the heart of Iceland’s capital

We checked in to Iceland’s gorgeous Reykjavik Edition, and found its location in the trendy Old Harbour neighbourhood to be the ideal base from which to explore the city – and beyond.

Explainer | Singapore, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand team up to fast-track air travel

The four Asia-Pacific nations aim to make better use of their airspace to trial quicker, more direct flight paths.

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China ‘iron butt’ woman travels to 42 cities, spends just US$2,800 on tickets

Blogger travels across the mainland, Russia, Thailand, and Indonesia on budget trips, sometimes paying US$14 for flight.

A young woman in China gained social media fame for travelling to 42 cities in a year for just 20,000 yuan (US$2,800). Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin

5 hip shops to check out in Sydney, from Chinatown Country Club to Maillot

Chinatown Country Club is a fun take on the exclusivity of country clubs, while the recently opened boutique Maillot near the Central Station features a buzzy cafe with outdoor seating

What it’s like aboard a Ritz-Carlton cruise by superyacht

We set sail on the maiden voyage of the luxurious Ilma, the second ship to be launched under The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.

India could resume direct flights to China after 4 years amid thaw in ties

Industry players say resuming flights is a sensible move as India and China’s economies are ‘intermeshed with each other’.

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Chinese tourists listen to their guide during a group tour visit at the Taj Mahal in Agra, India, in January 2020. Photo: AFP

Southeast Asia’s visa-free travel: a magnet for tourists – and trouble

As Singapore, Malaysia and others open their doors to easier travel, concerns mount over rising crime, safety and immigration challenges.

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Detainees react during an immigration raid at a clothing store Malaysia on August 15. Photo: EPA-EFE

Editorial | Advance screening of air travellers to Hong Kong overdue

Hong Kong is wise to join new global protocol that will not only block terrorists from boarding flights but also asylum seekers, thousands of who are in limbo in the city.

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How to overcome the effects of jet lag after a long flight and reset

Jet lag can wreak havoc on the mind and body. An expert shares tips for how to reset and get your life and sleep pattern back in sync.

How Amsterdam became Europe’s new capital of fashion and all things cool

Boasting flourishing food and fashion scenes, the Dutch capital is attracting creative entrepreneurs from all over the Netherlands – and the world

Bloemgracht canal in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Boasting flourishing food and fashion scenes, the Dutch capital is attracting creative entrepreneurs from all over the Netherlands – and the world Photo: Getty Images

Singapore Airlines follows Cathay’s lead, acts on Airbus A350 safety concerns

Japan Airlines is also conducting checks on its A350 fleet, consulting Cathay following the Hong Kong carrier’s mid-flight engine issue.

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Technicians check a Singapore Airlines Airbus A350 aircraft at Changi International Airport. Photo: AFP

6 fashion boutiques in Venice every style maven should know

Avoid the tourist traps around Piazza San Marco and the Ponte dell’Accademia and instead discover the city’s heritage of artisanal textiles in cute and fashionable independent boutiques

Kangaroo Island bounces back – and tries to learn lessons – from 2020 fires

The island’s blazes were just one small part of the catastrophic 2019-20 Australian bushfire season, with the costs extending to human lives and infrastructure, but with most of the damage borne by the bush and its animals

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last updated:
9 September, 2024
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