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The Choijin Lama Temple lies in the heart of Ulaanbaatar. Photo: Handout
Travel Destinations

Why Ulaanbaatar and Mongolia’s diverse regions belong on your travel bucket list

From Buddhist temples and cashmere shopping in the city to the Gobi dunes and pristine western peaks, here is how to explore Mongolia.

Luxury Hotels

Review | Discover the ultimate family escape at Raffles Bali

Luxury Hotels

Review | Upper House Chengdu blends Qing dynasty heritage with modern luxury

Wealth management

Rich Hongkongers rank travel over real estate in shifting life goals: survey

Immersive travel and early retirement rank above real estate on the priority list of wealthy individuals, according to a new report.

Passengers pose for pictures at Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok on May 27. Photo: SCMP/Sam Tsang
Hong Kong property

The Peninsula Hong Kong and Tokyo set for HK$2.1 billion revamp

No timeline has been set, but the operator says it will minimise disruption while preserving the heritage of its iconic Hong Kong hotel.

Asia travel

Review | The Standard Pattaya Na Jomtien brings beachside luxury to the party town

The brand’s latest Thai oasis offers a playful, design-led escape to the coast, complete with vibrant interiors, a pine-fringed beach club, and fresh fire-grilled seafood.

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Luxury Hotels

Review | Zannier Bai San Ho offers European luxury with a Vietnamese twist

The resort on Vietnam’s central coast was founded by French hotelier Arnaud Zannier, whose other properties have played host to celebrities like Angelina Jolie.

Zannier Bai San Ho was founded by French hotelier Arnaud Zannier. Photo: Handout
Luxury Hotels

Inside the Yellowstone Club, where Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce honeymooned

Ben Affleck, Tom Brady, Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel are among other members of the Montana retreat for A-listers and billionaires.

Asia travel

At this stunning Vietnamese mountain resort, luxury meets local culture

Nestled among protected terraced rice paddies 200km from Hanoi, Garrya Mu Cang Chai blends bamboo, wellness and local Hmong tradition.

Insurance

The Peninsula’s owner and SF Holding set up captive insurers in Hong Kong

The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels CEO says the move enhances its risk management capabilities and supports its long-term growth.

Peninsula Hotel in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, taken in April 2018. Photo: SCMP/Winson Wong
Beauty

4 beauty travel kits for your summer holiday

Ensure you’re groomed to perfection on your next trip – these suitcase-friendly portable sets are just right for effortless packing.

Stay perfectly groomed while on your trip with a travel set like this one from Le Labo containing all the essentials for looking good. Photo: Handout
Luxury brands

Self-expression, experiences, resale: what luxury clients really want

A new McKinsey and Business of Fashion report reveals how aspirational spending, emotional connection and experience are reshaping the luxury sector.

Luxury Hotels

Hotel boutiques are now destinations, not afterthoughts

Why top hotels like Rosewood, Aman, Upper House and Il Pellicano have taken their lobby boutiques upmarket – plus 5 to visit on your next trip.

Luxury Hotels

Review | Where Chinese tea culture and Aman luxury steep together

Set among ancient tea fields and Buddhist temples, Amanfayun is where Longjing tea culture, village life and Aman’s quiet luxury converge.

At Amanfayun, in Hangzhou, restored village dwellings blend traditional Chinese architecture with quiet luxury. Photo: Handout
Luxury Hotels

Escape to meaning: choosing a travel retreat based on your interests

Japan’s Shishi-Iwa House and Four Seasons Resorts in Lanai, Hawaii, offer programmes inspired by their surroundings, while agencies run Mallorca-based retreats for women entrepreneurs and more.

Reading and relaxing with the Silent Book Club in Hawaii. Photo: Handout
Luxury Hotels

Review | Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing pays homage to the city’s hutong heritage

Even French President Emmanuel Macron recently enjoyed the hotel’s Cantonese restaurant Yan Garden by Chef Fei, which – along with the rest of the property – sits amid 8 alleyways.

Icons and Influencers

Style according to … Marie-Louise Sciò, CEO of Pellicano Hotels Group

The woman behind some of Italy’s most glamorous hotels reveals what to do in Rome, her love of Katharine Hepburn, and her dream to ride horses in Mongolia.

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Luxury brands

Beyond Rimowa: luxury luggage is undergoing an Instagram-worthy renaissance

Aviteur – founded by a member of the Gucci family – Margot Robbie’s fave SteamLine, Level8, Casetify, Maison de Sablé and July are all competing in the luxury luggage and travel accessories space.

Maison de Sabré is just one of the newer premium luggage brands looking to establish a following. Photo: Handout
Luxury Hotels

Ran Baas, The Palace combines Indian hospitality with royal grandeur

The luxury hotel in India was restored from an 18th century royal guest house in the Qila Mubarak complex, and now offers a thoughtful hospitality experience.

Luxury Hotels

VI-Pooch? How luxury hotels are stepping up dog-friendly offerings

Bringing pets on holiday has become a non-negotiable for many – here’s how the trend has inspired hotels to get creative with paw-friendly policies.

Fashion

Why luxury bathrobes are the latest must-have for stylish lounging

Dressing gowns have evolved from private attire to stylish loungewear, with brands from Missoni to Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop and Soho House embracing the lavishly laid-back garment.

OAS bathrobes offer plenty of opportunity for self-expression. Photo: Handout
Luxury Hotels

Review | The Hôtel Lili in Beverly Hills is a retro-chic urban hideaway

The independently branded boutique hotel under the Palisociety hospitality chain is a short walk from the luxury shops of the renowned Rodeo Drive.

The Hôtel Lili is located on South Lasky Drive in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles. Photo: Handout
US travel

The creative’s guide to Austin, the coolest city in the US

Matthew McConaughey, Elon Musk and Joe Rogan are among those who live in this city renowned for its barbecue, cowboy boots and home-grown brands like Kendra Scott.

Asia travel

Review | 2 villa stays in Uluwatu, Bali – for very different kinds of traveller

Korean stars such as Seulgi from girl group Red Velvet and actor Jung Kyung-ho, plus a number of Indonesian celebrities, have stayed at the properties.

Travel news and advice

5 hot places and happenings to check out this summer

Explore Versace at a Paris museum, view Arthur Elgort’s photos in Los Angeles, shop at Selfridges, relax at Sant Roch sauna, and peruse The Mark Hotel’s new book.

Visit The Beverley Hills Hotel this summer to see an exhibition of works by celebrated fashion photographer Arthur Elgort. Photo: Handout
Trip Inspiration

Asia’s new hotels: from Kyoto to Bangkok, luxury awaits

Discover Asia’s most captivating new luxury hotels – from Kyoto’s geisha-haunted Imperial to Lugu Lake’s matrilineal retreat – where heritage craftsmanship meets cutting-edge design.

The swimming pool at Andaz One Bangkok, Thailand. Photo: courtesy Andaz One Bangkok
Visionaries

Can Jetour’s human touch outshine AI in the evolving travel industry?

Jetour blends human warmth, premium bespoke travel and AI-enhanced curation – proving heart-led expertise still triumphs in luxury outbound tourism.

My Life

Meet Anchalika Kijkanakorn, the Thai hotelier redefining luxury resorts through wellness and meaningful travel

The founder of Thailand’s Akaryn Hotel Group on the joys of solo travel and being ahead of the sustainability curve as a pioneer of boutique hospitality.

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