When we last visited Ho Chi Minh City, aka Saigon, in 2008, back when everybody was saying Vietnam was fast on its way to becoming Southeast Asia’s hottest destination, our first impressions weren’t entirely favorable. What we encountered were seemingly endless swarms of motorcycles...
Once again F. Scott Fitzgerald’s great American novel has been deemed in need of a Hollywood makeover. This time, it’s in the hands of Australian director Baz Luhrmann, best known for flamboyant flicks like Romeo+Juliet (1996) and Moulin Rouge (2001), as well as the big box office flop...
After unveiling KAI Hakone in January, Japanese hospitality group Hoshino Resorts has just introduced KAI Alps (global.hoshinoresort.com/kai_alps), a newly-renovated ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) at the foot of the Japanese Alps (Nihon Arupuru), a series of mountain ranges covering seven cities...
This low season, the Rayavadee (075-620-740, www.rayavadee.com), the most luxurious resort on Krabi’s Railay Beach, is getting more creative than just offering discounted rates; it’s come up with an all-inclusive deal that treats guests to all meals plus a 75-minute spa treatment for...
Already one of China’s largest trading ports, Guangzhou is now one of its fastest-growing metropolises, attracting not just investors but also travelers who wish to try some authentic Cantonese cuisine and take photos of the dramatic, 600-meter-tall Canton Tower. The latest hotel opening is W...
Next week is probably the best time to visit Thailand’s largest Khmer temple, Prasat Hin Phimai, as it’s all lit up as part of the annual Mini Light and Sound Phimai on May 25, 6-8pm. Among a series of cultural showcases, the highlight is the Wimawa Natakarn, a stage play inspired by...
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Galle Face Hotel
Since: 1864
Perhaps the oldest colonial hotel in Asia, it opened in 1864 next to the Galle Face Green, a sprawling lawn by the ocean which gave it its name. Today the hotel features 147 rooms in two wings: Classic and Regency, and it has previously hosted famous...
Architect Duangrit Bunnag has teamed up with the design-loving investor behind Casa de la Flora (in Khaolak). The result is the cutting-edge, modernist The Naka Phuket (1/18,20 Moo 6, Kamala, Kathu, Phuket, 076-337-999, www.thenakaphuket.com). Unveiled last month on a cliff of Kamala Bay, it is a...
Last October, we reported that free Wi-Fi internet is available at all JR train stations in Tokyo, Japan, a country where it’s near impossible to obtain a sim card or connect to public free mobile internet. Now, there’s an even easier way to get connected. Made available by mobile...
Rayong is known as one of the best producers of tropical fruits. So, when its annual Rayong Fruit Festival returns, expect tons of fresh durian, rambutan, lychee, longan and many more on sale at bargain prices during May 23-29. Throughout the festival there will also be fruit competitions, an...
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