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48 hours in Siem Reap
Make the most of your stay in Cambodia by immersing yourself in the rich history and culture. -Reuters
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Rooms for more
Families on holiday will love the new rooms at Grand Continental Melaka which are designed for three or more people. -NST
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Taste of rustic charm
In a state long associated with nonya food and other uncommon hawker fare, there are still some places in Penang that have escaped the attention of the uninitiated. -NST
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All the fun in Malacca
Malacca's latest and arguably most popular attraction now is the Taming Sari tower, named after the legendary Hang Tuah's kris. -NST
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Tour of the living museum
Villa Sentosa in Kampung Morten is a fine example of how the rich Malay family lived in the 1920s. -NST
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Cultural crossroads in Istanbul
Once home to great civilisations such as Byzantium, Constantinople and the Ottoman Empire, Istanbul now draws visitors on a different quest. -NST
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Almost every facet of Diamond House is flawless
Just a few minutes' walk from Khao San, Samsen is definitely more peaceful and roomy, and still close to must-see tourist spots. -Daily Xpress
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Unbeatable at Bang Tao
With three floors to stretch out in and a pool on the roof, the new Dusit Thani Pool Villas max out on private luxury. -The Nation
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Hidden oasis
Escape Bangkok without leaving it. -The Nation
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Khmer museum with a Thai link
The new Angkor National Museum in Siem Reap tracks Cambodian history - with help from a Thai corporation. -Daily Xpress, ANN
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Climbing at Batu Caves
Bored of the climbing gym? Go for nature's own at Batu Caves. -The Star
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Live & learn: Rethink travel
Responsible tourism is the latest catchphrase in this era of global-warming concerns. But just how easy is it to stick to the moral high road? -The Star
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Blessed by Mother Nature
Just 270km from Bangkok, Ratchaburi's Suan Phung district captures the spirit and vitality of both Chiang Mai and Khao Yai but still retains its own identity. -The Nation, ANN
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The Dheva way to divinity
Told on arrival he's too hot for his body, our man commits to salvation at Chiang Mai's heavenly Dhara Dhevi. -The Nation
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Picasso, like you've never seen him
How does a philistine appreciate art that has been called everything from revolutionary to downright baffling? -The Star
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Taking on the American Midwest one Greyhound terminal at a time
Taufiqurrahman recounts his journey as he traipses through the United States - on a bus. -JP
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Pilgrimage to the shrine of Rock and Roll
If you are a rock fetish freak who enjoys catching a glimpse of the handwritten lyrics of Joy Division's "Love Will Tear Us Apart", this museum is definitely for you. -JP
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Serene idyll
Pampering your family with a private villa and pool holiday is now becoming affordable. -The Star
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Haven and earth
Named a Unesco's World Heritage site, China's earthen buildings are both home and fortress. -ST
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Toronto hotel boasts own honey from rooftop
The arrival of three queens and their 40,000 workers has created a new buzz at one of Toronto's oldest hotels. -Reuters
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Top 10 famous hotel rooms
If walls could talk some hotel rooms would never be quiet, with men's Web site Askmen.com coming up with a list of top 10 famous hotel rooms. -Reuters
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Hot spot seals with a kiss
Thanks to the volcanoes in Lake Toya, there is a wealth of hot springs in picturesque Hokkaido. So go on and soak them up. -ST
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Land of the midnight sun
The Northern lights and rich fishing grounds are Norway?s major tourist attractions. -SPU
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Indian beauty with French looks
Editor Roopinder Singh lived in New York for six years but was drawn back to his hometown of Chandigarh. -ST
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Pridi in full colour
A quartercentury after his death, a new museum details Pridi Banomyong's rise, fall and enduring legacy. -Daily Xpress
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You're the wildlife
You can explore Tone Pariwat Wildlife Sanctuary fast, slowly or very, very bumpily. -Daily Xpress
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Tranquillity with all the trimmings
The just-refurbished Kantary Bay Hotel dishes up rich facilities with lashings of peace and quiet. -The Nation
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Beating a retreat
A new resort on Thailand's easternmost beach is ideal for holidaymakers seeking solitude, but it may be too quiet for some. -The Nation
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Best of both worlds
A Phuket holiday complex with villas available for long- and short-term rental is ideal for anyone seeking total privacy. -The Nation
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Blissed out in Bali
The small but cosy Rama Candidasa Resort is ideal for a tranquil break in a tropical paradise. -The Nation
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Rumble in the jungle
A floating lodge in a rich tropical forest makes for an ideal weekend getaway. -The Nation
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From badminton to nasi kandar
If you?re craving for nasi kandar in Perak, head for Mat Perak?s stall in Ulu Kinta. -NST
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Yesterday once more
Where does one go for all things Peranakan if not Malacca? Uncover nonya beauty secrets from the past in Jonker Street. -NST
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Inspiration in our heritage
Malaysian writer feels Singapore has successfully juxtaposed past with present; impressively we continue to hold on to our past in a fast-developing world. -ST
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Malaysian cuisine in Bali
Visitors to Bali can now get to taste Malaysian gastronomic delights at the Lagenda Malaysian Food Garden in Wina Holiday Villa, Kuta. -NST
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Heavenly bliss
Sleeping soundly on a Heavenly Bed at the Westin Langkawi Resort and Spa, you'll feels like you're in seventh heaven. -NST
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Honey in the tualang
The branches of the tall tualang are home to thousands and thousands of bees living in honeycombs. -NST
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Aroma of halal delights
Muslims in Bali often say it is difficult to find halal food, even in towns like Kuta, Ubud, Sanur, Tanah Lot and Kintamani. -NST
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The underwater temple beckons
Drowned by a dam, Wat Wang Wiwekaran in Sangkhla Buri is still a place for contemplation. -Daily Xpress
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Old-style muso
Despite his advanced years, Pattani violinist Waekha-der Waedeng, 77, still has a youthful passion for music. -Daily Xpress
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Trabzon and Mushane: Tourism destination alternatives in Turkey
Cities in Turkey's Black Sea coastal area boast tourist attractions that have promising prospects. -JP
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Paradise beneath the surface
A fascinating wonderland lies beneath the aquamarine waves in Indonesia's Komodo National Park. -The Star
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At the crossroads of civilisations
From the bitterness of an ethnic war, a country emerges full of hope with lessons that a multicultural nation like ours should heed. -The Star
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Adventure awaits in Bhutan
Breathtaking scenery, hiking expeditions through remote areas and high-altitude mountain biking are major attractions. -BT
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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
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48 hours in Perth
Celebrate Fridays, drink gourmet coffee, snorkel among coral reefs and enjoy a sumptuous Sunday Brunch in Perth. -Reuters
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48 hours in Kaohsiung, Taiwan
A center of traditional Taiwanese culture, Kaohsiung is also Taiwan's second largest city, and one of the world's biggest ports. -Reuters
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Gardens of human diversity
At the highest latitude in Viet Nam, Ha Giang is home to 23 ethnic minorities. -ANN
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Deep in Laos
A trip to Laos is just the ticket for the inquisitive traveler searching for a country rich in culture and beauty. -JP
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More than just a room
'Conde Nast' magazine rates Sala Phuket and Six Senses among its top hotels for 2008. -Daily Xpress, ANN
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New Orleans: restoring an adventurous city
New Orleans, whose culture is an amalgam of cultural influences, is a Disneyland for adults. -JP
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Taking a trip into the past
A visit to the National Museum would be time well-spent - it is a treasure trove of the country's past, its myriad cultures and joint heritage. -NST
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Tokyo Disney's princess for a day
Tokyo Disney Resort yesterday offered girls the chance to become the princess of their choice as it unveiled a new $563.2million hotel. -AFP
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Live the high-flying life of New York
Indulge in luxury at the city's hotels, restaurants and malls. -BT
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Taken with Turkey
Sure, Turkey's sights are a delight. But its people are even more delightful and will absolutely charm you. -ST
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Santorini splendour
From glorious sunsets and unusual beach sand colours to delicious food, the Greek island of Santorini has a lot to offer. -ST
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Peace and seclusion
A designer golf course, an international-class resort with a sandy beach and tropical rainforest, endless activities and holistic wellness. All these add up to a perfectly relaxing holiday. -NST
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Designer cruise on Raja Laut
A holiday experience that's totally your own - when you sail on luxury cruise schooner Raja Laut, you can do exactly what you please and go where your sense of adventure takes you. -NST
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Views along the river
When you?re done with exploring and shopping in Kota Baru, go for a cruise along Sungai Kelantan. -NST
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Thailand on a shoe-string budget
RM1,000. Eight days by road from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. How did Zalina Mohd Som fare? -NST
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Magic of the Opera House
Drawn to the white, sail-like structure of the Sydney Opera House, the writer is entranced by its splendour. -NST
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Enchanting Gunung Ledang
Gunung Ledang is not in Malacca. It is in Johor. -NST
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The forgotten island of Pulau Sialu
Officially, it does not exist. That is the most beguiling of the long list of interesting facts about Pulau Sialu, a two-hectare island off Minyak Beku in Batu Pahat, Johor. -NST
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Undying charm of Lido Beach
Tell the average resident of Johor Baru that his city has something in common with Venice, and he will look at you with a blank stare. -NST
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Watch the waves in Wellington
With the sea at its front and hills in the back, you can feel the wind in your hair in New Zealand?s capital. -ST
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Take your pick in Turkey
Head only a short distance from this sub-alpine city and it is still possible to see many traditional aspects of Turkish life. -The Star
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Not of this world
Peru's archaeological treasures have for centuries captivated the outside world. -The Star
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Amazing Machu Picchu
Imagine getting the chance to wander around the ruins of a lost ancient civilisation - it's an extraordinary experience. -The Star
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A feast for the eyes
Thailand's rich culture is world-famous but nowhere is it better admired and enjoyed nowadays than at Siam Niramit. -The Star
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Get the real taste of the Big Apple
By far the most populous city in the United States, "New Yawk" (as the locals call it) is home to over 8.2 million people and a melting pot of many cultures. -BT
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Shopping thrills
Splurge to your heart?s content at the Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival. -SPU
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Big deal on weekends
The MICE crowd fills the Putrajaya Marriott Hotel on weekdays, but weekends are reserved for leisure travellers. -NST
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Have your fill in Colombo
From history to good food and shopping, the colourful capital of Sri Lanka has much to offer. -ST
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The unusual suspects
Forget Bangkok and Phnom Penh. Let's find out from the tourism boards of regional countries, frequent travellers and travel agents some unexpected alternatives for that short getaway. -ST
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Take time to smell Holland's tulips
To catch the flowers in all their blooming glory, walk among the bulb fields in the Dutch countryside on your own and forget the usual tourist route. -ST
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Heritage Zone: Mystery carved in stone
Stones don't talk, so the puzzle of who engraved these figures in the rock surface remains unsolved. -NST
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En-deer-ing moments in the park
Hungry deer, friendly bears, birds of different feathers, pig-tailed macaque and pythons all add up to an amazing tour of Deerland Park. -NST
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Best of Tanjung Karang: Refreshingly rural detour
Journey to Tanjung Karang and look beyond the coconut trees and padi fields. -NST
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Experiencing Eden
Hidden within the Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon, it is arguably the remotest county in China and the only one that is not connected by highway to the outside world. -China Daily
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Land of mystery
Get off the beaten track next time you?re travelling because you never know what you?ll stumble upon, especially in a country like ours where superstition is alive and flourishing.
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Bonkers over Bong Da
The glazed look, the moans of agony in the middle of the night, the lack of sleep. Yes, Bong Da fever has descended upon Hanoians and expats alike.
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Chase the dragon
Camera flash or lightning, we wonder on the way to Halong Bay in Northern Vietnam's Qu ng Ninh province. -The Star, ANN
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Historical Bursa
Wander the cobbled streets and ancient bazaars of Bursa, and slowly but surely history will reach out and touch you. -The Star, ANN
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Deep in Laos
A trip to Laos is just the ticket for the inquisitive traveler searching for a country rich in culture and beauty. -The Jakarta Post
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Shanghai surprises
The cosmopolitan Chinese city sizzles with its people, nightlife and great variety of food. -ST
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Rebuilding history
A historic neighbourhood in Beijing has been revamped to cater to tourists but the shops won't be ready in time for the Olympics. -ST
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An inviting beach destination
The recently renovated Gregolimano in Greece, with its family-centric formula, is perhaps an archetypal 21st-century Club Med resort. -BT
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Phuket & Krabi: Beaches that are sure to float your boat
If the lively Patong beach is not your scene, head for the quiet and relaxing beaches in Phuket and Krabi. -TNP
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Follow the leader
Mind the steps and more steps, but Sri Lanka's Buddhist trail is chockful of many World Heritage sites. -ST
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La Fete de la Musique in Paris
Planning to visit Paris? AsiaOne contributor, Cecile Vanucci, recommends going in June and gives you her top tips on what to see and do. -AsiaOne
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Cool spot after rough 4WD adventure
Join a group of 4WD drivers to a campsite next to a popular waterfall near Maran, Pahang. -NST
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Cashew trees bring life to island
The presence of cashew trees allows small animals to thrive without problems on an island in Langkawi. -NST
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V-rolicking in Lyon
Discovering traces of the Gallo-Roman civilization in the French gastronomic capital on a bicycle proves a compelling experience. -The Jakarta Post, ANN
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Best of Padang Changkat: Kampung steeped in history
Discover the rich history behind a village where many served the Sultans faithfully and continue to produce the handicrafts they were famous for. -NST
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Rustic haven
The former capital of Laos, Luang Prabang, offers historic sites and hotspots of untouched beauty. -ST
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Vacation on the wild side
With so much travel advice, where do you begin? Iraq, perhaps... -The Star, ANN
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From souvenir shop to luxury-brands store
Since its revamp , DFS Galleria has scaled down its souvenir section and moved with the times by bumping up the presence of international brands. -ST
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Zen look, Zen outlook
White quartz floors, glass panels and plenty of skylight. The Fo Guang Shan Buddhist centre in Punggol is making a bold statement with its modern look. -ST
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Hostel Situation
Whoever coined that term must've known that adding an 's' in the middle of 'hotel' would make all the difference. -Philippine Daily Inquirer, ANN
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Ethnic culture brings ancient city to life
What fascinates tourists from home and abroad about the ancient city of Lijiang? Its ethnic culture offers the answer. -China Daily, ANN
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Climbing the stairs of Huangshan
If you want to only climb one mountain in China, then let it be Huangshan Mountain. -China Daily, ANN
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A night with Monet
The works of bygone masters add extra refinement to a charming Samui hotel. -Daily Xpress, ANN
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Queen of clubs wins!
For a chunk of change, upgrade your vacation at the Hyatt Regency Hua Hin with the exclusive Regency Club. -The Nation, ANN
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A river runs through it
Chachoengsao, a quiet province just outside Bangkok, will delight anyone looking for green fields, traditional markets and unusual snacks. -The Nation, ANN
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