Singapore
Singapore is often neglected as just a stopover but it has plenty worth seeing. Whether it’s part of a longer trip or a destination in itself, this equatorial city state has lots to recommend it to travelers of all types. […]
Hiroshima, Japan
The casual visitor to Hiroshima, Japan, would never guess the tragic past of this thriving city with great food and fantastic nightlife. For many, Hiroshima is forever associated with the atomic bomb that exploded over the city on August 6th […]
Doha, Qatar
Doha, the capital of Qatar, is a waterside city built on reclaimed land in the Persian Gulf. Originally developed as a centre for pearls, the city is currently booming on the back of oil wealth in the region. After Qatar’s […]
Chennai, India
Formally known as Madras, Chennai is a hotbed of South Indian culture. Expect ornate temples, incredible artwork and fantastic food, but without the tourists and hawkers that crowd many other Indian cities. To find out more about the history of […]
Busan, South Korea
South Korea’s second city, Busan, has enough attractions to keep even the most jaded traveler interested. Surrounded by mountains on one side and the sea on the other, there’s views and beaches aplenty. Inside the city, you’ll find amazing cafes, […]
Taj Mahal, India
One of the new seven wonders of the world is the Taj Mahal in Agra, India. Building started in 1631 as a monument to Shah Jahan’s favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal, and he was eventually buried inside the mausoleum with her. […]
Manama, Bahrain
Bahrain’s capital, Manama, seems like a typical Gulf city with its trading history and modern oil riches, but Manama has a different feel. Bahrain has embraced migrants over the years and as such has a diverse and mixed culture with […]
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia and the sixth most visited city in the world, with almost 9 million tourists per year. There’s plenty to see in the city and it’s a great stopover point on a longer journey. […]
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
As an autonomous province of China, Hong Kong has a distinctive feel from mainland China. Its history as a major trading port has given Hong Kong a diverse population and a unique atmosphere that represents the melting pot of different […]