MALAYSIA has been named the “biggest winner” in a study examining expat experiences around the world.The city is highly appreciated for how easy it is to settle down and feel at home in…
New travel pillow hugs you while you sleep
SOMETIMES you just need a giant helping hand in life, and that’s exactly where the MonPère Travel Pillow comes in.Frequent travelers would know this: getting comfortable on long journe…
Angkor-Bagan ‘sister city’ deal: Why it matters
IN January 2018, the governments of Myanmar and Cambodia are expected to ink a “sister city” agreement for Bagan and Angkor, with plans to jointly promote both sites – two of the …
Soak up the best of Jakarta, whether for business or leisure
Jakarta is a bustling megalopolis, ablaze with culture, history and business. Indonesia’s capital city has contrasts at every corner. From skyscrapers to weaving hutongs lined with tin-roofed…
Connected, inspirational, local: Welcome to the bold new world of travel
TO keep pace with the ever-changing face of modern travel, Travel Wire Asia is also evolving with a progressive new look that encapsulates our adventurous spirit and trailblazing attitude.This is t…
Komodo’s growing popularity could be endangering its most famous residents
THE dramatic mountains, lush greenery, sweeping beaches and, of course, the local wildlife, mean Indonesia’s Komodo Island is fast becoming one of the top international tourist destinations i…
Why are lights dimmed for landing and other quirks of the travel industry
AROUND the world, over eight million people fly through the sky every day and billions use on the ground transport systems to get about. However, the frequent nature of these trips means we become …
Technology is enabling free independent travel
THE days of organized group tour holidays might be a thing of the past, thanks to modern technology enabling digitally connected travelers to explore the globe independently.Fortunately, however, f…
Tokyo and New York launch cross-promotional tourism campaign
AUTHORITIES in Tokyo and New York will work together to drive tourism between their respective cities in an agreement that will run into next year, Tokyo’s city governor Yoriko Koike announce…
The March of the Elephants
DURING November, beautiful decorated fiber-glass elephants will parade across India in the hope of raising awareness and funds to help the critical situation that these magnificent mammals face eve…