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Star Cruises’ Star Voyager ship will make 45 trips from Hong Kong in 2025, marking a comeback for the line whose parent company, Genting Hong Kong, went bankrupt in 2022.
Tourism

Stunning sunrises, sea goddesses on Star Cruises’ Hong Kong comeback voyage

Star Cruises will make 45 trips from Hong Kong in 2025, to Taiwan, Japan, Vietnam and the Philippines. We joined its first one, to Taiwan.

Tourism

Where to visit in Italy’s beautiful ‘Little Finland’ of 300 lakes

Art

Private island popular with Singaporeans offers idyllic setting for artists

Trip Inspiration

For scenery and serenity, Asia’s hilltop hideaways cannot be beaten

From the Himalayas to the misty peaks of Southeast Asia, hilltop villages are an escape from the rigours of modern life and the summer heat.

Bamboo baskets of chillies, corn and chrysanthemum petals dry in the sun in Huangling village, in China’s Jiangxi province. Photo: China News Service
Japan

Japan’s Osaka Expo misses visitor target at halfway mark

Hitting the 22 million visitor break-even point will be a tall order, with current attendance falling well short of original projections.

Thailand

Bangkok calling: Thailand’s digital nomad visa proves a runaway success

Since its launch last July, the Destination Thailand Visa has attracted more than 35,000 applicants.

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Luxury travel

Hong Kong hotel chain Mandarin Oriental is the place to stay in London

While the city has plenty of luxury properties, such as the famous Claridge’s and The Connaught, Mandarin Oriental’s London hotels combine Asian-style service with British tradition.

Mandarin Oriental Mayfair is located in Hanover Square, and opened in 2024. Photo: Handout
Tourism

Going to Paris? Escape the city for a night at these fantastic retreats

From countryside inns serving amazing food to wine excursions and Instagram hotspots, add a stay at one of these to your next Paris trip.

Tourism

Take a bike trip along France’s west coast to discover its beauty and history

Enjoy great views and explore Nazi remnants from World War II on a ride along La Vélodyssée, the French section of the Atlantic Coast Road.

Luxury travel

Review | Saii Hotels & Resorts proves luxury and sustainability can work together

From the design and activities to food and wellness offerings, the 2 Saii Hotels & Resorts properties in Thailand showcase approachable luxury that’s deeply rooted in local tradition.

An aerial view of the pool and ocean at Saii Phi Phi Island Village. Photo: Photo Studio Samui
Tourism

Why are tourists hopping to rainforests in Borneo? Frogs, of course

While many visitors head to Borneo to see animals like orangutans or elephants, frogs are increasingly getting their turn in the spotlight.

A harlequin tree frog, or harlequin flying frogs, seen at Kubah National Park. Photo: AFP
Asia travel

Spacia X offers a more luxurious ride to Japan’s history-laden Nikko

Home to some of the most impressive and storied shrines in Japan, many parts of Nikko remain off the beaten path, offering a unique experience to visitors.

Locals' Guide

Insiders’ guide to Jakarta: from cultural festivals to hip coffee shops

Indonesia’s capital has plenty to offer visitors willing to stay awhile.

The Philippines

‘Small wins don’t hide the truth’: Philippine tourism slumps amid Asean’s boom

Filipinos are lamenting their nation’s seventh-place regional tourism ranking, pointing fingers at poor infrastructure and inaccessibility.

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People swim at White Beach on Boracay island, Philippines. Boracay was named the world’s leading luxury island destination at the 2024 World Travel Awards. Photo: Getty Images
Tourism

Deep below London, secret tunnels to become a spy museum, memorial and bar

Due to open in 2028, the 90,000 sq ft site below London that possibly inspired James Bond is set to become a major tourist attraction.

A general view of one of the tunnels during a press tour London, Thursday, June 19, 2025. (AP Photo/Joanna Chan)
Locals' Guide

Insiders say Taipei is a city that ‘reveals itself in layers’

Tastemakers tell us about the Taiwanese capital’s latest hotspots and the under-the-tourist-radar classics they keep returning to.

Asia travel

Hong Kong sisters’ luxury Indonesian resort is a cathedral to calmness

Somewhere Lombok, on the island east of Bali, has 20 villas overlooking a surfer’s paradise and holds a deep connection for its founders.

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Luxury Hotels

The rise of independent female hoteliers – and their luxurious properties

Female hoteliers are redefining hospitality with personal touches; Rosewood’s Sonia Cheng and Pellicano Group’s Marie-Louise Scio are creating fresh concepts to cater to shifting tastes.

Villa Suite Bellini in Lake Como’s Passalacqua, rated one of the best hotels in the world and an example of an independent hotel founded and shaped by women. Photo: Handout
Tourism

Tourists are crushing hotspots in Europe. What can countries do?

Massive overtourism is straining resources in European tourist hotspots from Spain to Greece, but some governments are trying to fight back.

Tourism

Going to Osaka? What to do, from Dotonbori’s chaos to the iconic castle

With its neon-lit streets, culinary delights and historical landmarks, Osaka offers a sensory feast for visitors.

Asia travel

Unleash your inner Buddhist warrior at a martial arts temple

Martial arts retreat at a Buddhist temple carved into a South Korean mountainside offers a deep sense of peace - eventually.

Master Hyunwoong (front) and volunteers give a Seonmudo demonstration at the Golgulsa Temple near Gyeongju, South Korea. Photo: Fiona Ching
China travel

China’s thrill-seekers eye adventure tourism as social media lures them off-grid

A growing contingent of Chinese tourists seeks ‘shareable’ and ‘off-the-beaten-path experiences’, away from the hustle and bustle of urban sightseeing.

A group climbs Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Photo: Shutterstock
Asia travel

These extreme adventures in Asia are not for the faint-hearted

From cave diving in Palawan to volcano hikes up Mount Bromo, Asia delivers some of the most thrilling experiences on the planet.

Tourism

Discover Amsterdam’s hidden gems away from the tourist crowds

Skip Amsterdam’s crowded canals – or at least visit them earlier – and explore areas full of great art, architecture and green space.

China travel

Explainer | 5 ways to enter mainland China without a visa

China has rapidly expanded its visa-free entry schemes in recent years to boost its tourism sector. Here is how the systems work.

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A Chinese immigration officer assists an American tourist entering China using the visa-free transit policy. Photo: Xinhua
Luxury Hotels

Review | Why the Kardashians and Trumps love Amangiri, Utah’s exclusive desert oasis

If you can get a reservation, Amangiri is the celeb-favoured resort where Utah’s landscape forms a jaw-dropping background to minimalist design and experiences that honour local culture.

Amangiri is a luxurious resort in the Utah desert that’s popular with celebrities such as Ivanka Trump and Justin Bieber. Photo: Handout
Tourism

How Rwanda went from war zone to world leader in luxury ecotourism

Recent stability and smart conservation policies have helped Rwanda emerge as a high-end safari hub in East Africa, where primates thrive.

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US travel

Heed the call of the wild in Yellowstone, America’s first national park

The evolution of Yellowstone is an experiment in ecological restoration starring wild wolves and bison.

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