Travel Tales

Our writer travels to Isan, Thailand, to discover a part of the kingdom very different from other well-touristed destinations in the country.

Cycling in busy and balmy Bangkok is the last thing on anyone’s mind. I was pleasantly refreshed by cool river breezes in the city’s semi-rural settings.

Visit one of the world’s finest waterways, Sydney Harbour, where precincts like Rocks, Circular Quay, and Darling Harbour each have their unique charm.

Whether you’re an intrepid or slow-paced traveller (or both), Lake Toba offers delights for you, from culture to water sports, to admiring nature.

Has the elusive Skyline Luge KL tugged at your heartstrings? Here are a few tips you should know before going based on our experience.

The second-largest metropolis of the Netherlands is famed for its ports and architecture, with some good food to go with it.

Explore beyond Florence’s attractions as we uncover the city’s historical role in architecture, art, food, and fashion in this travel guide.

Discover Byron Bay’s coastal charms through its laid-back surfing, sustainable delights, and local markets.

While travelling to Bali on a journey to heal some wounds (literal and metaphorical), I discover some existential realisations about myself and life.

What better way to experience the French countryside than bike touring in Burgundy? Our writer gets on the saddle of a bicycle for an exhilarating experience.

Ticino combines Swiss efficiency with an Italian passion for the good things in life. David’s itinerary explores its history, culture, cuisine, and lakeside promenades.

A trip to Hua Hin is incomplete without sampling its seafood, soaking in the sunsets, and relaxing in your resort villa.

A 48-hour getaway with her best friend in Melaka turned out to be a truly unique culinary experience for our Sub-Editor, Emma.

There is so much more to Cambodia than Angkor Wat and our contributor takes us through eight must-see temples in the country.

A city full of life, Sydney and its picturesque harbour are fit for newbie and novice travellers to Australia.

These best-kept secrets of Singapore will make you want to skip the usual famed spots.

M L Wright shares the highlights of her trip to Madeira, Portugal, in this travelogue.

Forget what you’ve heard; our quick guide to Phuket’s Old Town will have you exploring it like never before.

In the process of getting a divorce, M L Wright found solace and made new friends on her trip to Mallorca, Spain at the Rafa Nadal Academy.

David Bowden continues his understanding of regional geography by heading off to Cam Ranh in Vietnam, one of Asia’s hottest new coastal travel destinations.

Chiang Mai is not only brimming with things to do before sunset; all sorts of delightful adventures await after dark.

Looking for good cheese? Head anywhere with clean water, stunning nature, and happy animals; you’ll find the best dairy in the world.

Footloose and fancy free on a last minute 4-day Ho Chi Minh City escape proves that small budgets and no planning can be a fun and exciting adventure! And all for just RM1,000 per person!

Rivers are commonly used for transportation and communications. David Bowden travels to the Thai capital, Bangkok, to explore the various sights and attractions along the mighty Chao Phraya River.