Thailand’s taxi colour code, uncovered
Thai taxis come in a vibrant palette of colours, like a moving rainbow on wheels. But there’s more to this taxi technicolour dreamcoat than meets the eye. Each colour actually…
Bhutanese village comes alive as pilgrims pass through for major offering ceremony
Khoma in Lhuentse, usually calm and quiet, has become a busy stopover in recent days.
Everest gridlock fears return as erratic weather narrows climbing window
With hundreds aiming for top, officials say, delays could trigger a dangerous bottleneck.
More young Chinese travelers opt for chills over thrills
From July to August 2023, searches related to lying-flat travel increased by 50 per cent compared to the previous year, with travel guides and notes up by 70 per cent, according…
His last mountain: American adventurer Alexander Pancoe dies on Nepal’s Mount Makalu
It has been a tragic start to the 2025 spring climbing season as four climbers have lost their lives in Nepal’s mountains.
Cycling from Malaysia to Thailand’s coastal gem Songkhla
Whether you bring your bicycle or rent one locally, Songkhla offers a warm, vibrant setting ideal for two-wheeled explorers.
Cruise ship visitors laud Brunei’s beauty, hospitality
Sailing in from Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, the ship’s maiden visit reflects the growing appeal of Brunei Darussalam as a stopover for international travellers. Following its brief…
Cafes, restaurants and homestays capitalise on beauty of redeveloped Chinese village
In 2013, Henggang's local authorities launched reforms that gradually shut down livestock sheds and poultry enclosures, and restored the land to its original agricultural use. The…
Nepal draws new line in snow: Everest to no longer be anybody’s climb
When open-to-all regime ends, a mountaineer must have summited a 7,000-metre peak before attempting the world's highest peak.
Tourism under fire: Why boycotting Kashmir will hurt India
In the heart of the Himalayas lies a land of extraordinary beauty—and extraordinary fragility. Kashmir, long known for its snow-capped mountains, pristine lakes, and…