Vietnam's Highlands: Taking a Killer Trek
Visit Sapa in the highlands of northern Vietnam and see dramatic vistas during a killer hike up steep mountain trails. The reward is an herb-infused steaming bath.
Asia
Udaipur, India: Home of the City Palace
Udaipur India is considered by some to be the Venice of the East, it features an elaborate four century-old Palace, and Taj Lake Palace– a heritage hotel in the middle of the lake.
India: Exploring the World of the Mughal Empire in Delhi
Visiting parts of the ancient Mughal empire in New Delhi, India, including Humayan’s Tomb, the Red Fort, and other monuments to this great era of history.
Ho Chi Minh City's Coolest Places for Backpackers
Ho Chi Minh City is the largest city in Vietnam and the most exciting…from pulsing nightclubs to strong coffee and baguettes. A guide for backpackers.
Philippines Digital Detox: No Phone, No Bathrooms, Plenty of Stars
A trip across some of the thousands of islands in the Philippines by pandaw, a small boat without running water and able to land at deserted beaches.
Takasaki to Niigata City, Japan: Waving the Long Goodbye
Visiting Japan’s second cities, Takasaki, Niigata City, Sado Island and enjoying fall colors, kayaking, and putting on kimonos to stroll the city.
Sapa, Vietnam: It's Not About Needing, It's About Giving
A visit to a remote village called Sapa northwest of Hanoi gives a chance to visit with local craftspeople and shop for crafts and clothing, needed or not.
Ubud, Bali, in Time for "Balinese Christmas"
Judi Jagger lives in Ubud, Bali Indonesia, and shares some of the many rituals and ceremonies that take place so often on this beautiful island.
South Korea: Home to Seoul Dragon City
Located in the center of Seoul, Seoul Dragon City is one of Korea’s hottest new hotel complexes with 1,700 rooms, multiple restaurants, bars, and much more.
China's Spectacular Suzhou
A seasoned traveler to China advises: start your first Asian adventure in Suzhou, a manageable and fun city with attractive waterways and gardens.
Vietnam: The Scent of Green Papaya and Much More
Traveling by sampan down the Mekong River to the Mekong Marketplace and Cai Be Floating Market for groceries, and then to a cooking school in the Delta.
Indonesia: Magic Mushrooms and More at Gili Trawangan
Gili Trawangan is a tiny island in Indonesia near Bali where there is a decidedly Jamaican vibe–pen sales of marijuana, magic mushrooms add to the fun.
