Lara Dunston 
Best Doha hotels include Arabian style lodgings in an atmospheric souk, whimsical hotels by iconic brands, Mondrian and the the W, luxury hotels and resorts by St Regis, Ritz Carlton and Four Seasons, and local budget hotel, K108. Doha’s brand spanking new and seriously whimsical Mondrian Doha hotel, designed by Marcel Wanders, with glam restaurants … Read more
Mahob Khmer chef Sothea Seng is committed to preserving Cambodia’s culinary heritage – and pickling! I chatted to the chef about his childhood growing up on a farm, his love of Cambodian produce, his inspirations, and his concerns about the future of Cambodian cuisine. Mahob Khmer chef Sothea Seng is the owner of one of Siem Reap’s … Read more
Our Siem Reap guide for Angkor Wat marathon runners heading to Cambodia for the Angkor Wat International Half Marathon in December has suggestions for hotels to stay at in Siem Reap, restaurants to go to load carbs, spas to get a well deserved massage, and bars and pubs to celebrate after your efforts and share … Read more
Northern Thailand specialties you have to taste in the old Lanna capital of Chiang Mai range from khao soi gai, the spicy Northern Thai curry noodle soup, and gaeng hang lay moo, a Northern Thai pork curry of Burmese origin to the fiery nam priks (relishes) and herbaceous and sour sausages. Northern Thailand specialties have … Read more
These immersive small group tours to Myanmar, Bhutan, Iran, Turkey and Ethiopia – some of the world’s most captivating destinations – are packed with meaningful experiences, and offer some of the best holiday deals I’ve spotted in a while. But you need to hurry. These immersive small group tours to Myanmar, Bhutan, Iran, Turkey and Ethiopia take … Read more