A Paradise of Culture, Nature and Hitsory This under-the-radar destination is one of the best-preserved destinations in Asia. Tourist Visa for US Citizens: Tourist visas are required. Tourist visas on arrival are available at certain ports of entry, and generally permit a stay of 30 days. You can extend the … Read More
The capital of South Korea… a vibrant, futuristic megalopolis that is a curious fusion of the ancient and the modern. Past meets present as ornate temples and sprawling palaces contrast with the shining glass and steel office towers of Itaewon and starchitect-designed museums. With 20.5 million residents, Seoul is the … Read More
Rosewood’s first opening in Japan is now accepting reservations Nestled within the serene embrace of Miyakojima’s deep blue waters and gentle breeze, Rosewood Miyakojima invites discerning cultural explorers to immerse themselves in the essence of the Ryukyu Island spirit, crafting an unparalleled voyage of self-discovery and rejuvenation. Experience the profound … Read More
Land of the Morning Calm Despite the adversity that South Korea has faced, from the colonial Japanese occupation to the divisive Korean War and subsequent dictatorships, the country has managed to overcome innumerable obstacles and establish itself as one of the world’s economic powerhouses. In the 1990s, South Korea, along … Read More
Almost A Billion Reasons to Visit It’s hard to conceptualize the travel benefits of China in this small of a space — the country is so vast, and parts can be so different, that seeing it all is virtually impossible. The Great Wall is a traditional stop, yes, as are … Read More
Tea, Surfing… …and so much more Sri Lanka is an interesting mix of potential tourism opportunities. It’s renowned as a good place to learn surfing (because of tides and currents), and the beach life is actually very strong. It’s also one of the most important parts of the world for … Read More
A perfect hub city to explore South-East Asia Hong Kong (香港 hoeng gong – in Cantonese, meaning fragrant harbour) is a place with multiple personalities; the population is mainly Cantonese Chinese but British influence is quite visible. It is a unique destination that has absorbed people and cultural influences from … Read More
I love Tokyo, and it was such a pleasure to have lived there for 3-years. Hands down, the most interesting of the major world cities. And it keeps evolving and changing, it is always a new (and pleasant) experience to go to Tokyo. Tokyo (東京 Tōkyō) is the enormous and … Read More
A Renewed Asian Luxury Train Journey Relaunching February 2024, Belmond has brought back The Eastern & Oriental Express with a new concept and routing. Roundtrip from Singapore, explore Malaysia in the most elegant manner possible… by Luxury Train. The train traverses the Malay Peninsula and passes through areas where Peranakan … Read More
► JAPAN AIRLINES ► ANA ALL NIPPON AIRWAYS • A host of smaller Japanese low cost carriers. • Many International flights are available as well. With Terminal 2 being mostly low-cost Carriers, not much here as far as Lounges go. LOUNGES IN TERMINAL 1 JAL SAKURA LOUNGE • International Gate … Read More
This Southeast Asian chain of 17,000 islands was made for adventure. Travelers to Indonesia tend to have Bali at the top of their mind as their reason to visit, which is a shame given there are even more breathtaking natural beauty and cultural experiences elsewhere that are waiting to be … Read More
Getting to know Kyoto means getting crafty in the former capital of Japan. Kyoto was the capital of Japan for over 1,000 years, beginning in 794, when Emperor Kammu made the city the seat of his Imperial court and the center of Japan’s political world. This long and prestigious history … Read More
