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Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok rolls out the rainbow carpet for Pride Film Festival

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Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok rolls out the rainbow carpet for Pride Film Festival

Pride is in full bloom this month, with celebrations lighting up every corner of Bangkok in a dazzling display of colour, love and unity. And Kimpton Maa-Lai...

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Mandarin Oriental Bangkok named Southeast Asia’s only top hotel in 2025

When it comes to hotel awards, Bangkok properties are never far from the spotlight. The city is packed with everything from budget stays to ultra-luxe escapes....

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BTS fares go flat B20 for Thais on all routes from September 30

Currently, a Bangkok train ride can set you back anywhere from B15-62 – the further you go, the more you pay. But come September 30, Thai citizens get to...

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W Presents Retreat: Global sounds drift through palms at W Koh Samui’s first retreat

It starts, as all good stories do, with a beat. Not the kind that ricochets off club walls at 3am or rattles the fillings in your teeth. This one hums low and...

I went to Macau and didn’t leave THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU for 48 hours

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I went to Macau and didn’t leave THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU for 48 hours

I decided on Macau and spent 48 hours at THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU, part of the Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau. Just a short flight from...

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The best of Asia

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Strawberry Moon 2025: The lowest full moon until 2043 is rising in Asia tonight

This month's full moon is extra special – here's how to catch it on June 10 and 11

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Hari Raya Haji 2025: All you need to know about this Muslim festival

This festival of sacrifice is not to be confused with Hari Raya Puasa

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The best concerts and tours coming to Asia in 2025

From K-pop groups to international stars, these are the concert tours you cannot miss

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The best family-friendly holiday destinations in Asia

Safe, convenient, and activity-packed, these destinations are ripe for more unforgettable moments with family

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These are Asia's most beautiful hotels in 2025, according to the prestigious Prix Versailles

The laureates are new, gorgeous, and innovative, without ever losing sight of heritage

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I hiked up Yen Tu Mountain and discovered a secret wellness escape in northern Vietnam

This tranquil gem offers up misty mountains, scenic trails, and a luxurious spa fit for royalty

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The first Andaz hotel in Thailand has opened in Pattaya

If Marriott has W and Accor has SO on the “chic” side of their brand portfolios, then Hyatt has Andaz, the lifestyle luxury brand that’s...

Courtyard by Marriott has launched a new hotel in North Pattaya

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Courtyard by Marriott has launched a new hotel in North Pattaya

The 233-key property is equipped with all the facilities you need for a comfortable stay in the seaside town.

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Pattaya to welcome its first space-themed hotel

Pack your bags and head to Pattaya.

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Weekend getaways

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Weekend getaways: 11 best breaks in Southeast Asia for every type of traveller

We all could use a break from the daily grind – and what better way than an easy weekend getaway? With short flights and minimal planning, you can trade...

The perfect weekend getaway to Singapore

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The perfect weekend getaway to Singapore

Singapore is a city of contrasts. One moment, you’re admiring futuristic skyscrapers; the next, you’re strolling through heritage neighbourhoods...

The perfect weekend getaway to the Maldives

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The perfect weekend getaway to the Maldives

The Maldives is a stunning island paradise known for its unspoilt shores and pristine waters teeming with marine life. Located south of India and Sri Lanka,...

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The perfect weekend getaway to Phuket

There’s a reason why Phuket remains a traveller’s favourite even after all these years. This island on the Southwestern tip of Thailand is no...

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The perfect weekend getaway to Phu Quoc

Dreaming of a European getaway but don’t want to sit on a plane for hours? That’s where Phu Quoc comes in – a little slice of paradise that...

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The best hotel and resort deals in Phuket

COVID-19 may have put your annual shopping spree in Europe, a snowboard trip in Japan, or a gastronomic getaway in Denmark on hold, but it shouldn’t stop...

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Best restaurants in Phuket

Phuket has long been praised for its culinary culture, which highlights the province’s distinctive Phuketian Peranakan cuisine—mainly a blend...

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Bar-hopping in Phuket

Following in the footsteps of Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Phuket is becoming a destination for cocktail connoisseurs as its tippling culture steadily evolves from...

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5 upscale restaurants in Phuket you don’t want to miss

Phuket is one of the country’s best island destinations for a reason—several, actually. These include gorgeous sun-kissed shores, loads of great...

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Banyan Tree Samui

Banyan Tree Samui was established on the island about a decade ago, but its timeless and exquisite design has withstood the test of time.

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The Habita at Sri Panwa

Phuket's Crown Jewel Sri Panwa has finally introduced the new addition to the luxurious villa complex. Called The Habita, this enclave is the perfect getaway...

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Little Shelter Chiang Mai

Boasting a stunning facade made of wooden and painted white shingles, and textured white interiors, Little Shelter is photogenic from every...