Cave meditiation to colonics: 5 ways to experience Thai wellness on Koh Samui and Koh Phangan

In a city known for its wealth of food options, you might be surprised to learn that one of the best meals you’ll have in London – or, perhaps, anywhere – is dinner at Nipa Thai in the Royal Lancaster London. Two months later, my husband and I are still talking about it – and the rest of our luxurious two night stay in this gem of a hotel.

People sometimes talk about “love at first sight” when they arrive in a new city. That probably isn’t what you’ll experience when you first get to Bangkok.

Considering a destination wedding? Discover romance by the blue waters in Thailand. Whether it’s a beachfront paradise you desire, or some bling in the heart of a city, these venues offer everything you need to create an unforgettable experience. Explore the most gorgeous wedding venues in Thailand below.

The words “shirtless” and “official meeting” may not appear in the same sentence often, but trust AirAsia parent Capital A CEO Tony Fernandes to do things differently.

Cambodia has a brand-new airport for travelers flying directly to its popular attraction of Angkor Wat, offering an upgraded experience to get to the famous site in an effort to boost tourism.

Copenhagen is a treasure trove for the food-loving traveller, but there are many gastronomic adventures that await visitors beyond the capital. Denmark’s beaches, forests and islands are home to local producers rediscovering everything from botanicals and foraged sea vegetables to traditional bakes and plenty of creative takes on the classic smørrebrød open sandwich. Here are seven experiences in the captial and beyond.

Thai Airways is selling its fleet of Airbus A380 planes.

It's been over a century since Thailand’s first train line – a scant 50 miles linking Bangkok and the former royal capital of Ayuthaya – was completed. Tracks have since been extended to most of the country, and while train travel has almost entirely been superseded by bus and air, scenic railway routes and sleeper trains remain one of the best ways to see the country.

On Saturday, violence erupted across Israel and Gaza in one of the worst conflicts the region has seen in decades, according to The New York Times. After Hamas militants began launching thousands of rockets and infiltrating Israeli towns early Saturday morning, the conflict has continued to escalate, with Israel’s military responding with massive air strikes. The violence has left thousands dead, according to CNN. Thousands more are injured on both sides.

The capital of Northern Thailand has been an epicentre of craftwork for centuries. Before becoming incorporated into Siam in 1932, the Chiang Mai region —surrounded by the highest mountains in the country, dense jungle and rolling rice fields —was an independent entity, part of the Lanna Kingdom. The devout Buddhist Lanna province was known for detailed temple wood carving and terracotta clay work, ornate hill-tribe ceremonial silver production and incredible hand-woven textiles with patterns distinctive to each village. Today, Chiang Mai’s artisans continue the creative Lanna legacy, respecting their heritage while adapting creative wares for contemporary times.

In the evolving landscape of post-Covid travel, Hilton has cast its spotlight on a new demographic, the “GenerAsian Traveler.” Hilton says this group is driven by a strong desire for self-discovery and a deep interest in exploring their cultural and ancestral roots through travel.

Central Pattaya shopping center is collaborating with the government sector and partners to delight all participants in the event called “NAKIZ presents Pattaya International Bikini Beach Race 2023”, this sexy beach-running event, aiming to organize the largest of its kind in Thailand.