Asia
Make 2013 the year for romance
Whether it’s time to pop the question, celebrate a big birthday or simply declare unconditional love to that someone special, make 2013 the year to remember and do it in style.
Learn meditation in The Land of the Veda
London’s leading meditation teachers Jillian Lavender and Michael Miller will be offering a seven day programme teaching the ancient technique of Vedic Meditation from 24 – 31 March 2013 at award-winning Ananda in the Himalayas.
Develop your sea skills in the Madlives
Combine a holiday with a taste of something new in 2013 and enlist on a lesson in paradise. With beautiful calm lagoons ready to be enjoyed by thrill seekers and amateur explorers alike, Olhuveli Beach & Spa Resort in the Maldives is the ideal destination for those looking to pick up a new skill on holiday.
The culinary capital of Asia is brimming with Michelin stars
Hong Kong, already renowned for showcasing the best of the best of Chinese cooking, is fast becoming a hub for foodies around the world, highlighted by the latest edition of the Michelin Guide Hong Kong.
Vietnam embraces spa culture
Vietnam has followed the lead of Thailand and begun embracing spa culture with a wide selection of resort and day spas that are the equal of any in the world.
Emirates launches first flight to Phuket
Emirates’ first commercial flight to southern Thailand departed Dubai on Monday with the launch of the non-stop, daily service to Phuket.
China's winter wonderland
For those who think China does not embrace the winter spirit, Harbin's festivals will be an unexpected delight.
Where to go for your January detox holiday
Although an exciting time for most, the Christmas period can often leave us feeling physically and emotionally drained and in need of re-energising ourselves.
Celebrate a marriage at The Beach House at Iruveli Maldives
For a romantic backdrop to celebrate a marriage or renew weddings vows, then a white-sand beach overlooking a turquoise-blue sea in the paradise islands of the Maldives makes for a truly stunning location.
Magical Kashmir opens its arms
Named by the Mughals ‘Paradise on Earth’, Kashmir is like a multi-faceted diamond, proudly sitting like a crown on the head of India.
Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa purification programme
Christmas and New Year is renowned for certainexcesses of food, drinks and parties. Hilton Maldives Iru Fushi Resort & Spa has a fabulously addictive new purification programme on its spa menu.
Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran unveil an elevated wedding experience
Set to open on 31 January 2013, Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran is unveiling an Elevated Sunset Wedding package.
Jet off for Life of Pi in India
Yann Martel's magical adventure, The Life of Pi, comes to the silver screen this month, a fantastic tale of Pi Patel, the son of an Indian zoo keeper shipwrecked at sea with a zebra, a hyena, an orangutan and a 450-pound Bengal tiger.
Ultimate winter sun in the Maldives
In search of a winter sun break? December marks the beginning of the dry season in the Maldives, with low humidity, stacks of sunshine and average temperatures of 28C making it the ultimate destination for a pre-Christmas, festive or new year sunshine escape.
Discover a new perspective with Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran
Located on the secluded, tranquil Jimbaran Bay on the south-west coastline of Bali, Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran features majestic views of the Indian Ocean and Jimbaran Bay.