Asia
Renowned for its unbeatable hawker fare, Penang is a food-lover’s paradise with delicious smells of food wafting around almost every street corner. Besides the ubiquitous char kuay teow, there are plenty of authentic Penang food favourites that are beloved by the locals. Here is our pick of the best food in Georgetown, Penang– and which Penang restaurant to… Continue reading Penang Food Guide: What to Eat in Georgetown, Penang
For anyone looking to combine top-class accommodation with a unique cultural experience, look no further than this selection of hotels steeped in history. Some more famous than others, these historic hotels not only offer luxury during your stay but also tell a story of the important eras of change. Historic Hotels in Asia 1.… Continue reading Top 5 Historic Hotels in Asia
After the flurry of activity over Christmas and New Years, a more introspective experience might be just right for your next trip. Traveller Stephanie Ong shares her experience in a monastery in Japan known as Mount Koya. We wanted to experience another side of Japan. We had overindulged in the heady consumerism of Tokyo and… Continue reading Mount Koya Temple Stay: A Night in a Monastery in Japan
Urbanscapes is arguably Malaysia’s top creative arts festival, with a programme packed with music, art, comedy and more. Come 6 December, Urbanscapes 2014 is all set to make a splash at Horse Ranch, Resorts World Genting, which is just a short, 40-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur. Promising the best talent in music, art, design, comedy,… Continue reading Urbanscapes 2014 – Festival in Malaysia
Not everyone gets time off during Christmas and New Year. If you will be working through the year-end festive season, fret not because you are certainly not alone. And just because you’ve got to work through till 2015, does not mean that you should miss out on some of the fun this December. Make the… Continue reading Weekend Trips in December
Turkish food. Sugar on your tongue, oil on your fingers. Eating your way through Istanbul is one of the best ways to see a side of the city only locals tend to experience. Istanbul is best known for its Sultanahmet, or old city, which contains landmarks like the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia, but… Continue reading Sugar & Spice with a Side of Rice: Turkish Food to Try in Istanbul