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Where women rule
From dancing to meat cutting, women in Lijiang have seemed to dominate the place with their versatility. -China Daily, ANN
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Philippines' city in the clouds
Baguio's cool climate and breath-taking landscapes are big attractions. It is perched some 1,500m above sea level, is home to about 300,000 residents. -TNP |
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Bats and rats: Food for thought?
Bored with your basic food groups? Visit a morning market in Luang Prabang, Laos and savour exotic meats like monitor lizards, frogs, civets, birds and slugs. -The Star, ANN
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Laidback in Laos
Discover the inner secrets of the Nam Song River on a Green Discovery tour. It may not always be green, but it's always fun. -The Star, ANN |
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Go budget in KL and Malacca
Budget hotels in KL's Chinatown and Jalan Tengkat Tong Shin, and Malacca's Jonker Walk often possess characters unique to their surrounding locale. -NST/ ANN
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Top dim sum eateries in HK
This writer chases carts, survives the impatient gaze of diners eyeing her table and gets elbowed in the eye by her neighbour picking his teeth - to present the lowdown on the best places to eat dim sum. -TNP |
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Great bargains in JB, just a train ride away
Train shuttle launched last Monday takes shoppers from Tanjong Pagar right to the doors of the recently opened Danga City Mall. -ST
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Something different a hop away
Jakarta is culturally rich, has its own street vibe and much to offer visitors mad about food and shopping. -ST |
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Paradise in Kansai
Melissa Heng soaks in a steaming bath surrounded by snow and then feasts on crabs and Kobe beef in this beautiful region on Japan's Honshu island. -SPU
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Go green in Blue Mountains
When in Sydney, head for higher ground and see the ecological wonders the bush has to offer. -ST |
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Nature is best perk
Hamilton Island is located in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, fringed by beautiful coral reefs and soft, fine sandy beaches. -ST
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An island getaway like in postcards, but affordable
The island paradise of Boracay is small and not that easy to get to, but it boasts one of the best beaches in the world. Plus, it's an affordable holiday in these lean times. -TNP |
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Adventure awaits, right here in S'pore
Want to swing from treetops or climb a rock? Or zip down the road with a Segway? You don't have to leave town as Singapore's recreational offerings have become more diverse by the day.
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The story behind this ox
As a symbol of Beijing's Summer Palace, the statue known as the Golden Ox has witnessed many memorable events. -China Daily, ANN |
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Choice slice of Americana
The historic city of Placerville offers all the charms of small-town living with rugged outdoor sports for the whole family. -ST
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Beautiful Boracay
White Beach on the Filipino island may just boast the softest, whitest sand in all of Asia. -The Star, ANN |
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10 affordable boutique hotels in Asia
Move over, big boys. Small boutique hotels with special design themes and heritage values are becoming attractions. -ST
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Rest and recreation in a hidden part of Batam
Nongsa is in the northern coastal region of Batam Island, with attractive inlets and beaches that add up to an idyllic and tranquil setting for some rest and recreation. -The Jakarta Post, ANN |
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Come and behold the world's tallest
Evertius Andrew never gets tired of showing people the world's tallest tropical tree at the Tawau Hills National Park in Tawau, Malaysia. -NST
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Getting your Nonya 'fix' in S'pore
You don't necessarily have to travel to Malacca to experience Nonya culture and food. -AsiaOne, myp |
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Affordable Indonesian hotel rich in culture
Once a home where top officials and dignitaries were entertained, the Wisma Garminah in Jakarta appeals to guests seeking a taste of traditional Javanese culture. -Reuters
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Where Obama won a keropok eating contest
The New Paper visits the Indonesian suburb and school where US President Obama spent part of his childhood. -TNP |
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Humble beginnings
It's easy to miss this house in the Matraman area of Jakarta, where Obama used to live. -TNP
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52 icons to look out for in Korea
From a bottle of soju to a "Be the Reds" T-shirt, South Korea has identified 52 iconic essentials which will be used to promote the country abroad. -The Korea Herald/ANN |
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