Asia
KLM resumes service to Bali
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines began operating thrice-weekly service to Denpasar, Bali, on 6 December. The flights already have proved to be very popular.
Mom Tri’s Villa Royale wins World Luxury Hotel Award
Mom Tri’s Villa Royale in Phuket Thailand is proud to be selected by World Luxury Hotels as a finalist for 2009 in the category of most romantic hotel. The World Luxury Hotel Awards are accepted as the pinnacle of achievement for Luxury Hotels worldwide.
New Year self discovery in North East India
Kick start 2010 and re-discover your inner self on a tour of remote North East India with tour operator Travel the Unknown.
Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai opens breathtaking Aer bar
From this December, a fresh addition to Mumbai's social scene will keep a small crowd sweet with sunset cocktails, midnight mezzes and chilled-out beats into the early hours. But what really sets this oasis of chic relaxation apart is its mind-blowing, open-air location: 34 floors above the bustling streets of Worli.
‘Reefresh’ your weary limbs in Sri Lanka
Reef - The Ultimate Tropical Beach Villa, Sri Lanka launched in early 2009, has now opened its private and intimate Reefresh Spa, set amongst the property’s three acres of exotic tropical gardens.
Save over £900 on luxury private island escape
The multi award winning Pangkor Laut Resort, voted Best Hotel by members of The Club of Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) this year, is offering a chance to experience a week in one of their luxury Hill or Garden Villas for the cost of a five night stay.
Philippines benefits from Chinese tourism boom
A Chinese tourist boom has boosted Philippines foreign visitor arrivals by six per cent in the first half of this year, with the island of Cebu being the most popular, according to the country's Department of Tourism.
Kashmir resort offers heliskiing experience for thrill seekers
Skiing in Jammu and Kashmir is a thrilling and exciting experience for any adventure enthusiast. The Ski Club of India was established in Gulmarg in 1927, which is now considered to be the ski paradise of India. Just 50km from Srinagar, situated at an altitude of 2,730m, the Gulmarg scenery changes from a flowery meadow in summer to that of a small ski resort in winter. Ski-lovers from all over the country flock to the area because it's the only ski-resort in the mighty Himalayas where you can ski with a magnificent view of the Karakorams.
Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong celebrates Michelin success
The Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong has announced that their renowned French restaurant, Caprice, has been awarded three Michelin Stars in the Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macau 2010. The Hotel’s Cantonese restaurant, Lung King Heen, has also retained its three-star ranking for the second year running.
A grand deal for the Grand Prix
Head to Kuala Lumpur for the 2010 Petronas Malaysian Grand Prix and watch Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton battle it out in the third race of the season.
Borneo – An adventurer’s paradise
The Malaysian State of Sarawak on the island of Borneo is one of South East Asia's best-kept secrets and a true adventurer's paradise.
EVA Air to launch new flight to Taiwan from January 2010
From 25th January 2010, EVA Air will add an extra flight per week on a Monday to its London Heathrow to Taipei via Bangkok schedule. This means that the Taiwanese independent airline will fly seven days a week. Previously, EVA Air flew once a day, six days a week from Tuesday to Sunday.
Relais & Châteaux to feature first Taiwanese hotel
The prestigious Relais & Châteaux hotel group has recently added Taipei’s Villa 32 to the 2010 issue of its Guide. This is the first time that Relais & Châteaux has featured Taiwan.
Taiwan launches new luxury hotel - for dogs
Taiwan’s latest luxury hotel has recently opened for a slightly different clientele – of the four-legged variety. Dogs can now enjoy a pampered stay at an exclusive hotel in Taipei, which comes equipped with pools, salons, classes and playrooms.
New adventures to be had in Cambodia and Laos
The province of Kratie in north eastern Cambodia is home to a stretch of the Mekong which is an important habitat for the rare Irawaddy dolphin, and is a strategic location to break overland journeys between Phnom Penh and the jungles of Ratanakiri or southern Laos.