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The Saudi Arabian cabinet passed a bevy of regulations that grant women the right to obtain passports and travel without male guardians. The new laws are set to go into effect by the end of the month.

As thrilling and convenient as air travel is, it can also cause crippling anxiety for some. I too was once riddled with fear about getting on a flight. Here’s how I turned it all around.

When the words ‘flowers’ and ‘Japan’ come up, sakura usually come to mind. However, Japan has another flower display to offer. Ashikaga Flower Park is one of a few parks that proudly boasts spectacular displays of wisterias.

Thailand’s a beautiful country, no doubt, but what makes it really great are its kind and cheerful people. You can always be sure of a warm welcome. However, there are seven key things to know before you visit.

Headlines this week have been dominated by the Malaysian government’s introduction of the Departure Levy Bill 2019. Flyers will be charged a Departure Tax ranging between RM8 to RM150 starting September 1, 2019.

Xyza followed in her mum’s footsteps and became a domestic worker in Hong Kong for almost a decade. In that time, she picked up photography and would share her work online. Here's her story:

As enriching as travelling can be, it’s an experience that comes at a price. Travelling is often too expensive to enjoy without worrying about money. Spin the globe and let it land on Asia. It’s mesmerising but wallet-friendly.

Kyrgyzstan – a landlocked country in Central Asia known for its breath-taking scenery, raw and wild landscapes, and warm hospitality. It also offers natural beauty at reasonable prices.

The regions of South Asia and Southeast Asia are traditionalist spots; learning social norms will keep you from potentially upsetting the locals.

It appears that I feel none the wiser when faced with a precarious situation. I asked myself how I would handle things differently based on past experiences. Would I be wiser this time around?

Tsuruoka is often described as the ‘hidden Japan’. Its main attractions include three sacred mountains, two mummified living Buddhas, and a massive aquarium listed in the Guinness World Records.

These days, travelling offers far more than just seeing new places. If you’re a serious coffee enthusiast (we’re talking real coffee, not the instant one), head to where the beans and grounds grow.