Barcelona travel tips to reduce overtourism that still give back to locals rather than take away, include everything from avoiding the overcrowded sights and exploring lesser-visited neighbourhoods to visiting over the quieter periods such as winter and Christmas-New Year, if possible. If not, then follow these local tips so you’re part of the solution not … Read more
Things to do on Chao Phraya River Bangkok include hopping on and hopping off the public ferries to see the Thai capital’s breathtaking riverside sights such as Wat Arun and explore off-the-beaten-track waterfront neighbourhoods, taking a canal tour by long-tail boat along the lesser-visited khlongs, and savouring traditional food on a secret river island. When … Read more
The best restaurants in Asia for 2023 according to voters of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants List were announced in Singapore this week. At #1 is Le Du restaurant in Bangkok, a contemporary Thai, casual fine diner helmed by the immensely talented and sustainably minded Thai chef, Thitid ‘Ton’ Tassanakajohn. His restaurant Nusara, a tribute to … Read more
Japan in winter is a must for everything from snowboarding and skiing in Hakuba to visiting Nagano’s snow monkeys, best visited between December and March. Other essential things to do in Japan in winter include seeing the deer in Nara, staying in a traditional ryokan, relaxing in an onsen, slurping curry soup in Furano, and … Read more
Rottnest Island. Ah… Yes, that’s the sound of a deep sigh. This drop-dead gorgeous island with squeaky white sand beaches and sparkling waters off the coast of Perth, the Western Australian capital, is one of our favourite destinations. Here’s our Rottnest Island travel guide with our tips to where to stay, eat and drink and … Read more