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Cruise ship in Victoria Harbor, Hong Kong.

The cruise industry’s Asia boom will have (delicious) benefits

The focus of cruise energy has long been on North America and Europe. Prepare for a change as Asia takes to the seas.

  • by Brian Johnston
Incheon International Airport … plenty to amuse during a stopover.
★★★★
Airport reviews

It’s one of the best airports in the world - I wish I was stuck here longer

If you’re flying out of Incheon International be sure to arrive at least three hours before your flight to enjoy the facilities and entertainment.

  • by Kristie Kellahan
Singapore is trying to attract highly skilled foreign workers to work in the city.

How a Singapore stopover saved our holiday

Until our family experienced our first stopover in Singapore, I didn’t realise I’d been doing long-haul flights all wrong.

  • by Shaney Hudson
Sardinia’s postcard shoreline.

Asia v Europe: Which destination is better for a holiday? The verdict

Which region delivers the most for holidaying Australians when it comes to food, transport, service and spectacular sights? Read on to find out.

  • by Ute Junker
The Mandarin Oriental Bangkok’s terrace.
★★★★★
Hotel reviews

This is one of the world’s few luxury hotels that deserves its icon status

A stay at this impeccable property is a unique experience steeped in history and indulgence.

  • by Trudi Jenkins
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The French colonial style of Ho Chi Minh City Hall.

Best short-haul holiday destinations: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Vietnam’s frenetic and underrated financial centre offers a rich history and one of the most exciting – and bargainous – food scenes in South-East Asia.

  • by Katherine Scott
The beautifully surreal Supertrees at Gardens by the Bay.

Best short-haul holiday destinations: Singapore

Still consider this city a place in which to merely pause on the way to somewhere else (or somewhere more interesting)? It’s time to catch up.

  • by Anthony Dennis
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Best short-haul holiday destinations: Kuala Lumpur

This greatly underrated foodie heaven provides a quintessential South-East Asian city experience at a bargain price.

  • by Julie Miller
Chocolate-box facade: the cubes come to life after dark.

This incredible Vietnamese cafe building is like a giant chocolate box

Get a hit of the national obsession, as coffee and history collide in this quirky Insta attraction.

  • by Katherine Scott
The in-room Hong Kong Explorer.

This hotel’s new family suites are a kids’ wonderland

The entire 45th floor of the Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong has been newly dedicated to families, offering a cute and colourful luxury stay.

  • by Julietta Jameson