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Beyond Vietnam’s tourist hubs: A luxury escape to Mu Cang Chai’s rice terrace country

An emerging spot in Vietnam is a rural district called Mu Cang Chai located about 300km north-west of Hanoi and about 1,000m above sea level.

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Nature and luxury in KL: Where to stay and play in the TRX district

Iconic Malaysian towers Merdeka 118 and KL Tower can be seen from the rooftop pool, 26 storeys up, at Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur.

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Why you should visit Dumaguete, the literary capital of the Philippines

The promenade along Rizal Boulevard. The Philippines city of Dumaguete was designated a UNESCO Creative City of Literature in October 2025.

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Sunset yoga, meditation and a 6am ‘fun run’: What it’s like to join a wellness retreat in Phuket

A sunset yoga class is part of the wellness programme at SAii Laguna Phuket.

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Langkawi travel guide: Where to stay, eat and play in Malaysia’s Jewel of Kedah

lklang - temple – A unique boutique hotel, the Temple Tree resort is home to eight distinctive heritage houses with just 21 rooms. All 80 to 120 years old, the houses are original homes taken from different parts of Malaysia, restored to give guests a unique heritage experience.

Credit: Leslie Koh

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How female entrepreneurs turned the ‘Paris of the Philippines’ into a vibrant food destination

Octogenarian Sinda Belleza (left) makes the spring roll-like lumpia and Ms Nora Lacson, owner of Emma Lacson Delicacies, which sells empanadas.

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Visit this private island an hour from Singapore where cars do not exist; rooms from $224 a night

A King Deluxe room at The Westin Nirup Island Resort & Spa.

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These fine-dining restaurants in culinary city Shenzhen are worth the splurge

(From left) Steamed Stuffed Buns from Yong Fu Xiao Xian, Chef Water Tang with wild-caught seafood at Shekou Market.

Sofitel Krabi’s new Le Petit Prince Kids Club: A family holiday with a literary twist

At Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra, the indoor play area has zones inspired by the settings in classic children's book Le Petit Prince.

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5 best places to eat on a 48-hour foodie trip to Penang

Photo by Judith Tan

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