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27/02/2026

🌟 Experience Asia: February Highlights 🌟

🇯🇵 Japan – Destination News: Nagasaki

Nagasaki has been named by The New York Times as one of its “52 Places to Go in 2026” standing alongside Okinawa as one of only two Japanese destinations featured. Known for its layered history and recent revitalisation around the main train station, Nagasaki is gaining fresh attention from travellers. Highlights include Glover Garden, an ancient camphor tree, the historic Fukusaya castella shop, and the retro favourite Coffee Fujio.

📩 Get in touch with us to start planning a journey to Nagasaki and beyond.

25/02/2026

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🇮🇩 Indonesia – Hotel News: Capella Ubud

Set deep within the jungle outside Ubud, Capella Ubud offers a distinctive take on luxury through its refined tented retreat. Designed by Bill Bensley, the resort blends comfort, nature, and Balinese heritage, with a strong focus on sustainability and thoughtfully curated experiences. Ideal for travellers seeking a secluded, immersive stay beyond traditional resorts.

📩 Get in touch with us to include Capella Ubud in your Bali itinerary.

23/02/2026

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🇻🇳 Vietnam – Destination News: Sapa Takes the Spotlight for 2026

Time Out Asia has named Sapa, Vietnam as Asia’s top trending travel destination for 2026, reflecting growing international interest in destinations beyond the main tourist trail. Framed by misty mountains and terraced rice fields, Sapa offers a slower, more immersive experience shaped by dramatic landscapes and the culture of its ethnic hill communities. An ideal choice for travellers seeking authenticity, nature, and a sense of place.

19/02/2026

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🇰🇭 Cambodia – Hotel Choice: Shintana Saya La Maison, Siem Reap

Shintana Saya La Maison is a newly opened boutique hotel in a quiet part of Siem Reap, just minutes from the Angkor temple complex. With only 29 rooms, the property offers a calm, intimate stay featuring a silver-tiled swimming pool, spa, lounge bar, and all-day dining. Rooms include either a private balcony or direct pool access, set within lush gardens and understated Khmer art-deco design.

📩 Rates available through Experience Asia.

17/02/2026

🌟 Experience Asia: February Highlights 🌟

🇹🇭 Thailand – Finding Bangkok’s Green Heart

Beyond its busy streets, Bangkok is home to a growing network of parks and green spaces that offer moments of calm within the city. From Lumphini and Benchakitti Parks, with their walking paths, lakes, and open-air fitness areas, to newer developments like Dusit Central Park and Chao Phraya Sky Park, these urban retreats reflect Bangkok’s increasing focus on wellbeing, sustainability, and community living.

📩 Contact us to weave Bangkok’s green spaces into a balanced city itinerary.

12/02/2026

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🇹🇭Thailand – Experience News: Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum

The Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre and Memorial Walking Trail honour the Allied prisoners of war and Asian labourers who suffered during the construction of the Burma–Thailand Railway in the Second World War. The centre offers historical insight and personal stories, while the walking trail follows the original railway cutting through the forested pass, creating a powerful and reflective experience.

📩 Get in touch to include Hellfire Pass in a meaningful Thailand journey.

09/02/2026

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🇹🇭 Thailand – Hotel Choice: Vijitt Resort Phuket

Set along the quiet shores of Friendship Beach, Vijitt Resort Phuket is a low-rise, villa-style retreat designed for space, privacy, and a relaxed pace. Surrounded by tropical gardens and overlooking the Andaman Sea, the resort combines traditional Thai design with a peaceful, residential feel - ideal for travellers seeking a more understated Phuket experience.

📩 Contact us to include Vijitt Resort Phuket in your next Thailand itinerary.

05/02/2026

Welcoming the New Year Across Asia

As the new year unfolds, travel across Southeast and East Asia enters a calmer, more considered season. Winter in Japan brings crisp days and reflective journeys, while much of Southeast Asia enjoys dry, comfortable weather ideal for cultural exploration, nature escapes, and slow-paced travel.

From Thailand and Cambodia to Vietnam and Japan, this time of year highlights destinations that balance history, landscape, and local life. Looking ahead, emerging places such as Sapa and Nagasaki reflect a growing interest in meaningful experiences beyond the obvious, alongside continued trends toward slow travel and deeper connection to place.

📩 Get in touch with Experience Asia to start planning thoughtful journeys across the region for 2026 and beyond.

21/01/2026

🌟 Experience Asia: January Highlights 🌟

🇯🇵 Japan – A Taste of the Islands (11 Days / 10 Nights)

Designed to reveal Japan beyond the obvious, A Taste of the Islands is a thoughtfully curated journey linking the country’s iconic cities with distinctive regional gems. From Tokyo’s energy to Kyoto’s traditions, Hiroshima’s history, and Osaka’s food scene, the route is enriched by stops such as Takamatsu’s famed Ritsurin Garden and Fukuoka’s lively yatai street stalls. Seamless rail travel and a balanced pace make this itinerary an engaging way to experience both classic highlights and lesser-known flavours of Japan, curated in collaboration with one of our trusted partners.

📩 Contact us to explore rates or tailor this journey for your clients.

19/01/2026

🌟 Experience Asia: January Highlights 🌟

🇮🇩 Indonesia – Pemuteran Village: Bali’s Sustainable Coastal Escape

Tucked away on Bali’s quieter north coast, Pemuteran Village has earned recognition as one of the “Best Tourism Villages 2025” thanks to its strong commitment to sustainability. Known for its pioneering Biorock coral restoration project, the area offers calm waters for snorkelling and diving, eco-conscious stays, and community-led cultural experiences. A refreshing alternative for travellers looking to enjoy Bali in a more responsible and meaningful way.

📩 Get in touch with us to explore Pemuteran as part of your Bali itinerary.

15/01/2026

🌟 Experience Asia: January Highlights 🌟

🇮🇩 Indonesia – New Women’s Wellness Retreat in Bali

Bali’s pioneering women-only wellness sanctuary, Goddess Retreats, is introducing a new healing journey from April next year. The Eat, Pray, Self-Love retreat is designed for women seeking time, space, and a deeply personal reset, with private villas featuring open-air living and plunge pools overlooking a sacred river. A serene, nurturing experience focused on renewal, reflection, and self-connection.

📩 Contact us for retreat details and availability.

13/01/2026

🌟 Experience Asia: January Highlights 🌟

🇻🇳 Vietnam – Phu Quoc, the “Hawaii of Asia”

Phu Quoc is gaining international attention, with US media hailing it as the “Hawaii of Asia” for its white-sand beaches, clear turquoise waters, and easygoing island vibe. Combined with a strong range of resorts, lively dining, and great value, the island is fast becoming a top choice for travellers seeking a relaxed yet polished beach escape in Vietnam.

📩 Get in touch for resort options and beach-focused itineraries.