Hanoi is a city where ancient traditions and modern life exist side by side. With over a thousand years of history, tree-lined boulevards, vibrant street life and some of the best food in South-East Asia, Hanoi offers visitors a rich and memorable travel experience. I've written about Hanoi before here and in an earlier piece, but there's always mo...

Strategically situated in one of the most beautiful areas of Vietnam's south central coast, the heritage luxury resort, Ana Mandara Cam Ranh, lies along the magnificent coastline of Bai Dai Beach in Cam Ranh Bay. The resort is only 10 kilometres from Cam Ranh International Airport and a 30-minute drive from the coastal city of Nha Trang. Ana Mandar...

Want to experience the unique colours, aromas and sounds of India without succumbing to the chaos on the roads? Then consider two very different but equally memorable Indian rail journeys – the luxury Deccan Odyssey and the high-speed Gatimaan Express. On any given road in India you will be confronted by a disconcerting array of users. Apart from t...

Petra is an ancient city in Jordan celebrated as both a UNESCO site and as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, owing to its stunning rock-cut architecture and rich history. Sometimes known as the Rose City for its pink sandstone cliffs, Petra was established by the Nabataeans, a nomadic Arab people, in the fourth century BC, although the sur...

Uzbekistan is the heart of the Silk Road, culturally and geographically. A country the size of Spain, with a diverse population of 37 million people, it is experiencing a tourism boom, with international arrivals are expected to increase from 11 million in 2024 to 15 million in 2025. UNESCO sites Uzbekistan is known for the dramatic architectural m...

The Saigon Opera House, officially known as the Municipal Theatre of Ho Chi Minh City, stands as one of the most prominent and iconic examples of French colonial architecture in Vietnam. Located on the bustling Le Loi Boulevard in District 1, the Opera House is not only a striking symbol of the city's colonial past but also a vibrant cultural venue...