In Manila, you can find so many restaurants serving delicious local and international cuisine. However, if you want to travel on an off-beat track to enjoy tasty food, then visit those places that are not well-known but offer fabulous dishes. 15 Places In Manila That Are Not So Popular But Offer Delicious Dishes Manila’s underrated …
Asia Pacific Travel Blog Posts
From amazing food to stunning scenery to unique experiences – the Asia Pacific Region has everything and more for the boutique luxury traveller – including some amazing boutique hotels and spas. And they’re in my Asia Pacific Travel Blog Posts
Let’s start with Japan, possibly my favourite country in Asia. You can’t go past Tokyo and I highly recommend a visit to Kyoto. Kanazawa is my tip for a less well-known city in Japan to visit.
My 10 Day Japan Itinerary and Famous Landmarks in Japan articles should help you in planning your trip.
The lake at Kenrouken Gardens in Kanazawa
South Korea is an absolutely fascinating country. One of the highlights of my time there was visiting the border with North Korea – covered in my best Seoul Day Trips post. There is a great range of boutique hotels in Seoul.
Two neighborhoods not to miss in Seoul are Gangnam (remember the dance) and Myeongdong (the centre for Seoul Shopping). And there is more to Incheon than the airport. Use my Seoul 5 Day Itinerary post to make sure you don’t miss anything.
Downtown Seoul
If you’re looking to head beyond Seoul (which you should) have a look at my Korea Itinerary. There are some great places to stay in Busan – use my Busan Itinerary to help to plan your time in this gorgeous Korean city.
Quirky Daegu in the centre of Korea is worth a trip – but don’t miss lovely Jeju Island and my Jeju Itinerary.
Looking over to the lighthouse on Jeju Island
Let’s head south. Read about stopovers in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, my favourite spa in Thailand, Vietnam’s foodie capital Hoi An and wonderful Hong Kong.
Street market in Hoi An
Nepal is perhaps the trekking epicentre of the Universe. I did the trek to Everest Base Camp and it was quite an experience. Whilst the scenery was beyond explanation it was a really tough experience.
Find out what it is really like to stay in a Nepal Tea House (big hint: it’s not quite as cute as it sounds), a blow by blow of the trek in my Everest Base Camp Trek Blog, my packing list for the trek and the itinerary I used – and the one that you should use instead!
Stunning Scenery on the way to Everest Base Camp – pity about the accommodation
Also check out what there is to see in Kathmandu and Nepal’s best boutique hotels – Dwarika’s Kathmandu and the Dwarika Dhulikhel Resort.
Indonesia is a much more relaxing destination! Find out where to stay in Bali, the best singles retreats in Bali and the best boutique hotels in Bali.
Bali knows how to do a Boutique Hotel
Figure out where to stay in Ubud as well as the best boutique hotels in Ubud as well as where to stay in Canggu and the best boutique hotels in Seminyak.
And use my 10 Day Bali Itinerary to plan the whole trip.
Garuda Wisnu Kencana Statue Bali
And let’s finish with Australia. I was born and raised in wonderful Melbourne which is every bit as good as you have heard. Check out my insider’s guide to where to stay in Melbourne as well as my guide to the best Melbourne brunches.
Flinders Street Station Melbourne
Daylesford Spa region and the Mornington Peninsula are where people who live in Melbourne go to get away for the weekend.
I also lived briefly in Sydney which I didn’t enjoy that much but it is still a great place to visit. I’ve put together a Sydney itinerary that covers 3, 5 and 7 days, a guide to the best new restaurant area Barangaroo, a day trip to lovely Watsons Bay and where people who live in Sydney head for the weekend.
The Gold Coast in Queensland has come a long way and there are some fantastic Brisbane Boutique Hotels.
Finally, my oldest dearest friend lives in Perth so she and her 3 sons helped me to put together the ultimate Perth Itinerary and a guide to Australia’s favourite day trip – Rottnest Island. Don’t miss the Quokkas!
The Quokka!
China is officially known as the “People’s Republic of China” and is one of the oldest civilizations in the world. Chinese history goes back more than 8,000 years. Today, it has an extremely large population and is one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. It has emerged from being a closed country and is now a …
Asia, with its dense population, hot and humid weather, cramped markets, and somewhat lax traffic rules, presents a culture shock on your first visit. But it is also vibrant and has gorgeous scenery and warm people. Vietnam is a budget destination in Asia that is great for solo and family travel. If this is your …
From pillar-like structures in lush jungles to temples and palaces on towering peaks, China is a country filled with enchanting surprises. With ancient cities dotted across the country, from Shanghai to Beijing, there are countless China landmarks to explore. If you’re not big on historical landmarks, the country is recognized for its natural and modern …
The continent of Asia offers an incredibly broad range of amazing landmarks. From the many tall towers across the continent to the wonderfully futuristic Gardens by the Bay to reclining Buddhas and even a luxury hotel, there are many extraordinary Asia landmarks. Here are 31 stunning Asia landmarks to add to your bucket list. NB: …
Traveling to Kyoto is high on the wishlist for most tourists who come to Japan. The city is home to countless shrines, golden temples, and walls of bamboo forest and hidden gems amidst the canals. This beautiful metropolis is the quintessential Japanese city, filled with history and priceless structures. This 2-day itinerary guide offers travel …
Planning a trip to Bali and love staying in unique boutique hotels? Bali is an amazing place to go for boutique hotel lovers as it has so many stylish hotels, villas and resorts with high thread counts on offer. Bali is the ideal place to go if you’re looking for a relaxing holiday with a …
Bali is well-known as a tropical getaway destination. Rich in natural beauty, captivating history, and interesting culture, it’s an ideal place to escape from daily life. This Indonesian island offers great surfing, stunning beaches, yoga, and plenty of temples to admire and explore. If you’re planning a trip to Bali, and trying to organise an …
Bali has so much to offer, across the board. Lush greenery covers the island, and azure waters surround it. There are so many things to do in Bali – you can enjoy a jungle trek, surf the waves, and trek through. But if you’re looking to dive deeper into what makes Bali so incredible, Ubud is the place to …
Seminyak is one of the most luxurious destinations on Bali Island. The nightclubs and shopping malls are frequented by celebrities, giving the area an effortlessly cool vibe. The perfect home for boutique hotel Seminyak options! Whilst it may not be as zen as Ubud with its many resorts, Seminyak Boutique hotels complement the stunning scenery …