South Asia
The land of happiness that few tourists ever visit
Want to lose the crowds on your next holiday? Tourists are still something of a novelty in Bhutan, the country that invented Gross National Happiness.
- by Trudi Jenkins
Nine must-do highlights of Kandy, Sri Lanka
Kandy is in Sri Lanka’s central province, surrounded by mountains and their tea plantations and host to many sacred Buddhist sites.
- by Julia D’Orazio
★★★★
Hotel reviews
This Hilton is on the edge of a huge, animal-filled national park
A thoughtful, sustainability focused resort which does its best to live harmoniously with its environment.
- by Keith Austin
★★★★
Airline reviews
Airline review: Food and service make up for this business class’ shortcomings
While the entertainment offerings and bar menu fall short, this business class has other highlights.
- by Julie Miller
Best travel experiences of 2023: Asia
Leopard-spotting in India, riding horses on the beach in Indonesia, doing very little in Bali, these are the moments of Asia.
Milaidhoo Island, Maldives: The honeymoon destination that's also perfect for a solo traveller
Holidaying alone in a luxury overwater villa has its upsides.
- by Nina Karnikowski
Incredible India: An essential guide for first-time visitors
It's breathtaking, beautiful and challenging. Incredible India still manages to change those who visit. Here is our beginner's guide.
- by Gill Charlton and Anthony Dennis
I paid nearly $20,000 to stay at a luxury resort. Here’s what I learnt
You've seen the shots on Instagram, but is it really worth forking out thousands of dollars to stay in a Maldives overwater bungalow?
- by Bianca O'Neill
An expert expat tips for Negombo, Sri Lanka
My comfort food in Sri Lanka is kottu roti, which is chopped roti fried with spices, vegetables and chicken or meat with a spicy sauce
- by Belinda Jackson
Delhi travel guide and things to do: Why everyone should visit this chaotic, full-on city
Delhi is packed with world-class wonders. Just don't make it your introduction to India.
- by Michael Gebicki