Where to see the Great Wall of China: our favourite sections
byIf you’re agonising over where to see the Great Wall of China, the first thing you must understand is that it isn’t one –…
First Timer’s Travel
All the things you need to know for your first trip to Southeast Asia. Discover all about what makes a successful trip to Indochina.
Things to do in China for every type of traveller
byIt’s almost impossible to run out of things to do in China.
Vietnam FAQs: What to know before you go
byTravel consultant Charlotte Bower has done her fair share of globetrotting, including countless trips to Vietnam. With her go-to guide to all those practical…
5 alternatives to the Hoi An Lantern Festival
byThe Hoi An Lantern Festival is beautiful, there’s no doubt about it, but when it comes to waterborne parties and flickering lanterns floating downstream…
Getting over jetlag: Night owls vs early birds
byThe InsideAsia team have racked up more than a few air miles, but while few things are as worthwhile as travel (it is the…
24 Hours in Hoi An
byChances are, you’ll want to spend far longer than 24 hours in Hoi An – this pretty town remains a firm favourite amongst first-time…
7 of the best souvenirs in Southeast Asia
byWe all love those reminders of our holiday-of-a-lifetime and treat our friends to gifts not found in our home countries, but how often are…
Photo blog: Highlights of Hoi An, Vietnam
byWith no less than 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Vietnam isn’t short of highlights, but there’s one place that never fails to capture the…