HILTON WORLDWIDE has launched a slew of hotels in China, one each from DoubleTree by Hilton, Hampton Suites and Hilton Hotels & Resorts.The long-stay suite is ideal for business travelersThe br…
Unfold two million years of human life at Malaysia’s secret World Heritage Site
Lenggong Valley, lush historical plains in the peninsular Malaysian state of Perak, is a largely unknown heritage site, even to most Malaysians.While tourism is slowly and surely being pushed, Leng…
Top five-star accommodation in inspiring destinations: Editor’s picks for Hawaii
HAWAII is a state of contrasts. The bustling island of O’ahu attracts thousands of tourists each day, most of whom flock to Waikiki, whose main stretch is a vision of towering skyscrapers and…
Four Seasons Resort Lanai: Barefoot luxury on a tranquil island
AWAY from the crowds that flock to Waikiki Beach is Lanai, a secluded, largely uninhabited island in Hawaii. Modern activity on the island is so scarce it doesn’t have a single traffic light …
What will become of the big cats of Thailand’s ‘Tiger Temple’?
EARLIER this week, Thailand’s infamous, scandal-ridden Tiger Temple had its main attractions seized by wildlife authorities amid investigations into accusations of illegal trading. This comes…
Tourism forum to tackle tourism in the Mekong region
CAMBODIA’S Sihanoukville province will host the Mekong Tourism Forum 2016 from July 5-7 which will explore tourism opportunities and challenges in the Mekong region.The event – hosted b…
This stunning Kyoto-inspired private business jet lets sunlight into cabin
AEROSPACE conglomerate Embraer has unveiled its new private aircraft design featuring a spacious Kyoto-inspired interior, skylights and large vertical windows to let sunlight in.Novel features of t…
Should you be cautious about eating exotic food when traveling?
FOR a long time now, travelers have been grappling with the idea of eating exotic foods when traveling.Should it be condoned? Should it be condemned? Where does one draw the line?This internal batt…
Asians willing to pay for in-flight broadband, survey says
A RECENT survey has revealed that 90 percent of passengers from the Asia-Pacific would choose an airline based on the availability of on-board connectivity.The survey, conducted by British telecomm…
Malaysia protects one million-hectare marine park and 50 islands
MALAYSIA has recently established the Tun Mustapha Park (TMP) – a protected marine park comprising of one million-hectare of coral reef, seagrass, mangrove, productive fishing grounds and 50 …