Home to the maharajas, Jaipur was once dubbed the ‘pink city’, because of the buildings’ hues, painted under the order of Maharaja Ram Singh. This is the colour of hospitality, no…
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A Vietnamese island, the paradise of Phu Quoc lies just off Cambodia’s southern coast, in the Gulf of Thailand. Over 50% of the island is National Park land, so between the…
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Famed for its indulgent, healing massage treatments, beaches, reefs and mountains, Bali is a true piece of paradise, offering the ultimate in luxury along with excellent value for money. Whether you…
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The South Korean capital and prior host of the Winter Olympics is a melting pot of ancient and modern culture. Here skyscrapers and ancient palaces stand side by side, as the…
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Home to Angkor Wat at Krong Siem Reap (also known as the Tomb Raider Temple, due to its feature in the hit Hollywood movie starring Angelina Jolie), Cambodia has long been…
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There are no direct flights to the huge, rugged island, so it’s best enjoyed as part of a twin trip, with Kuala Lumpur being a popular stop-off point. Part of the…
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Cambodia’s capital was shaped by both the Khmer Empire and the French colonial era. It was founded in 1372 and has a complex history, resulting in many fascinating points of interest.…
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Vietnam is a stunning country, filled with breathtaking archaeological sites, limestone islands and awe-inspiring mega cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Its a place to escape, contemplate and to…
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This is the capital of Vietnam, although not its largest metropolis. Found in the country’s north, on the banks of the Red River, Its ancient structures have been well preserved, including…
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Meaning “peaceful meeting place” in Sino-Vietnamese, this coastal city was once a prolific port with a strong textile industry, as evidenced by the series of canals weaving inland. It’s still a…