What you need to know about winter in Sapporo

Wrap up warm!

The best things to do in Phrae, Thailand

Discover how this overlooked region brims with culture and creativity.

Is it worth visiting Karakalpakstan?

The oft overlooked autonomous republic in Uzbekistan has much to offer.

What is Sri Lanka famous for?

Explore the pearl of the Indian Ocean.

Enjoy the journey: Sri Lanka by train

All aboard!

The best trekking in Ladakh and Zanskar

These Himalayan wildernesses offer the most remote and rewarding routes.

South Korea: the time is now!

Five reasons to consider this brilliant country for your next Asian adventure.

Kyrgyzstan’s natural wonders

With stupefying landscapes to explore, marked by the remnants of ancient tribes and Silk Road travellers, Kyrgyzstan is the perfect place to roam wild.

Mosques, mausoleums and madrasas: our favourite Silk Road sights

Discover our favourite sights along one of the most important trading routes in history.

The best temples in Taiwan

From huge decorative complexes to small colourful shrines, check out our guide to the best temples in Taiwan.

Conservation on the mind: the best wildlife reserves in China

From alligator hotspots to national parks, China is prioritising conservation like never before.

Better than blossoms: Japan’s Kuroshima Cow Festival

Arm-wrestling cats, defecating cattle and the chance to win your very own cow – Jo Davey takes the bull by the horns at this quintessentially Japanese bovine festival.

Spotted in the wild: where to see Sri Lanka’s ‘Big Five’

From sloth bears to sperm whales, Sri Lanka is home to some of the most remarkable wildlife on the planet.

The loveliness of Luang Prabang

Kirsten Hamilton-Sturdy shares the highlights of Luang Prabang, Laos, including the local temples, markets and boat excursions.

Understanding Uzbekistan: what to read, watch and do before you visit

Get to know Uzbekistan before you travel there.