With the likes of Bali, Phuket and Koh Samui all being dominated by foreigners, and Bali in particular crumbling under the weight of overtourism and digital nomads, it’s only natural that travelers who seek authenticity instead of Instagram photo ops have had their fill. After all, you’re not flying all the way to Southeast Asia …
If you think Europe’s the only continent where you can enjoy (somewhat) seamless train travel between different countries, wait until you hear about Asia’s newly-announced cross-border railway service linking 3 fascinating destinations. Soon enough, tourists will be able to board a train in Bangkok, Thailand, calling at Vientiane, the capital of Laos, and traveling to …
Let’s be honest with ourselves. No matter what the paint says on the side of the plane, the fact we can zip through the skies from continent to continent is something most of us take for granted. And despite living in such a fast-paced world, it’s actually rail travel that’s been making a comeback with …
After Bangkok, Bali’s resounding success in the digital nomad scene, Asia has a new workcation hotspot that looks set to steal the limelight in 2025, boasting an equally fascinating culture and, most importantly, affordable living. Tainan in Taiwan is positioning itself as a strategic hub for nomads in 2025, and local authorities are actively inviting Westerners to …
It’s been a long time coming, at least since the world formally reopened for tourism three years ago, but Southeast Asia is finally re-emerging as a leading global destination, with the potential to rival the Americas and even Europe, the world’s tourism playground. As reported by Aviation A2Z, the region as a whole is experiencing …
With its endless miles of unspoiled coastline, winding bays dotted with limestone karsts so beautiful they are UNESCO-listed, and vibrant city breaks, Vietnam is currently one of the most sought-after destinations in Asia for Americans. Last year alone, 17.6 million international visitors landed in the Southeast Asian gem, a 39.5% growth year-on-year, with a sizable …
The New Year has finally arrived! While many of us convince ourselves we’ll activate a hard reset at the turn of midnight with a sudden passion for the StairMaster, travel goals are always the most feasible. Backed by a recent report showcasing the world’s best destinations to kick off 2025 with your budget in mind, …
Yeeeeehaw to Ni-Hao! For the first time in History, nonstop flights are launching from Texas all the way to Taiwan! For decades, cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco have monopolized United States-Asia travel due to the West Coast serving as a gateway to the Orient and also the historical links (San Francisco has the …
No matter how bougie of a traveler you may be, we all love to save money and score incredible deals when galavanting around the world. Travel budgets can rack up quickly. Oftentimes, we find out the hard way when our credit card bills arrive after an epic trip. Exchange rates change every day, but Condé …
Far-flung but worth the trek – nearly 80 million people crossed the dividing line of Europe and Asia in 2024. Split by the Bosphorus Strait, travelers can spend their time on the European side or Asian side of the city, and as someone who has had the privilege of visiting the world’s trendiest city, I …
One of Asia’s most insightful experts has revealed Southeast Asia’s top beach destination – and it’s not any of Thailand’s highly sought-after bucket-list beach towns or pristine islands. Agoda dropped all sorts of surprising nuggets in their latest report, ranging from China’s comeback, hidden gem islands, and Japan’s new hotspot. But Southeast Asia, in particular, …
Some cities simply stand out from the crowd for all the right reasons, and this welcoming destination has so much to love! Think mouthwatering street food, stunning temples and monuments, and some of the region’s very best beaches. Penang is one of the most popular vacation spots in Malaysia, earning it the nickname the Pearl …