China's Hawaii With a tropical climate and unspoilt, palm-fringed beaches, Hainan has all the ingredients to become one of Asia's top tourist resorts. -TNP
Perfect for a day by the beach WHEN the Acehnese conquered Johor Lama, a small village at the mouth of Sungai Johor was their resting place and source of water supply. -NST
Pockets of Paradise Once a tranquil backwater, Pran Buri is being discovered by resort developers. -The Nation, ANN
World's most dangerous beaches Strong currents and deadly jellyfish are among the dangers that spring to mind but the biggest fear is sharks. -Reuters
Bask in the Miami heat In the day, it's all about the sun, sand and sea. But at night, Miami turns into a sizzling party town. -ST
Pristine Perhentian Pulau Perhentian has lots to offer - rich marine life, sandy beaches and virgin jungle
Perfect island getaway With no extremes in temperature, exotic, scenic and hospitable Mauritius is easily a year-round destination
Where aloha begins Beaches and mountains of stunning beauty, cultural diversity and historical richness await the visitor to Honolulu
Quiet charms of Krabi The allure of Krabi, an island more laid back than the more popular, and commercialised Phuket
