Panglao Island
Draws a healthy mix of peeps and is less blokey than some of the bars up on the hill. Also has good food and a pub quiz on Mondays.
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Bhaktapur
Good-value, excellent Nepali organic espresso, free wi-fi and baked treats off Durbar Sq make this one of our favourite java stops.
Bishkek
The second city-centre branch of this popular local coffee chain, one of Bishkek's oldest.
Ko Tao
This buzzin', hoppin' bar gazes out at sunset onto killer views, with fire shows, live music and DJs kicking things off from 8pm.
Busan
Weary English instructors flock to this breezy, beach-vibe bar to unwind over cheap draught after a hard day of teaching phonics.
Shanghai
Had enough of wall-to-wall suits and sky-high prices? Helen's speciality is the bargain-basement, no-frills student dive. Enjoy.
Mandalay
Upscale yet authentic version of a typical streetside teashop, especially good for breakfast and espressos for non-tea drinkers.
Phnom Penh
A charismatic vendor whose patented 'best iced coffee in Phnom Penh' has been living up to its tag line for more than 35 years.
Leh
Loud Indian pop rocks this urban-style coffee shop, layered over three floors. Serves breakfast sets, pancakes and sandwiches.
Kazakhstan
Lido's two open-air decks are packed for summer-night drinks and there's an assortment of grilled dishes to go with your beer.
Siargao
Kitya's is where expats go to swill beer and swap swell tales, especially on the lively reggae nights (Wednesday and Sunday).
Panglao Island
The most credible club in Alona Beach, with visiting DJs from Manila and Cebu on weekends. It's off the beach on the highway.
Yogyakarta
This relaxed bar has a terrace overlooking the street and attracts good reviews. The Indonesian food is reasonable here too.
Shangri-la
Local beans and a handful of sweets at this local coffee chain will see you through a day of sightseeing around Shangri-la.
Bandung
Intimate bar with live bands (mainly playing covers most nights) and a social vibe. Sizzling sate is also served.
Dumaguete
Open-air live music makes this a fun and lively bar. Mexican food, not the most authentic, helps wash down the San Miguel.
Phu Quoc Island
One of the glitziest beach clubs, with a cavernous shaded interior and a well-tended beachfront with sunbeds and beanbags.
Dhaka
Sixth-floor cafe with good fresh coffee (from Tk 120), decent food and fabulous views, especially from the garden terrace.
Yunnan
Perhaps the best coffee to be had in Shaxi is available at this tiny cafe and roastery just south of the old town square.
Tianjin
This slick, slimline bar doesn't brew its own beer, but does have a selection of imported and Chinese craft beers on tap.
Panglao Island
Aussie-run beach bar that's a good bet for happy hour, drawing a fun crowd for its classic cocktails and ice-cold beers.
Penghu Islands
Teas, craft beers and a range of carefully chosen delicacies are served in an intimate one-room cafe with an arty vibe.
Iloilo
A complex combining a dance club, KTV lounge and open-air bar, part of the larger MO2 resort. No thongs (flip-flops).
Central Java
This lively venue hosts live bands each Saturday (7pm) and has a friendly youthful vibe. Mains cost around 22,500Rp.
Harbin
Cute spot set in the ground floor of a former Jewish hospital that brews excellent coffee and also has a bar menu.
Bhaktapur
Sit down to a hot or cold coffee at this tasteful cafe, tucked away from the crowds on the edge of Taumadhi Tole.
Ubon Ratchathani
This friendly, laid-back cafe-bar has an open-fronted facade and a cosy atmosphere for a quiet street-side drink.
Shimla
After dark, pulsating DJ sets add to stylish decor, dimly lit by back-lit carved panels and a glowing marble bar.
Bishkek
This city-centre karaoke joint is a solid if not inspiring late-night choice, and among the less-shady in town.
Lovina
A small but high-concept club near the centre; DJs from around the island mix it up while bands play on and on.
Delhi
Cute cafe with shaded terrace seating, serving pizza, pasta and salads in this serene garden shopping complex.
Yangon
The Singaporean craft-beer brewery's second Yangon outlet is handy if you happen to be around Kandawgyi Lake.
Phnom Penh
A custom-bike tribute bar with some beautiful machines on display. A good place to discover your inner biker.
Bicol
Legazpi's best coffee shop is a relaxed place for a cappuccino, a frappé and other assorted caffeine needs.
Seminyak
One of several lively LGBTIQ venues along this strip. Drag queens and go-go dancers rock the house nightly.
Itaewon & Yongsan-gu
The undisputed queen of Homo Hill, this eternally popular gay bar is still the place to party in Itaewon.
Davao
A large Starbucks equivalent with better cakes and pastries, as well as comfy indoor and outdoor seating.
Phu Quoc Island
Beach club by day, turning a different kind of club by night with DJs, bonfires and a Thai-islands vibe.
Panglao Island
Buzzing bar on the beach, with live music most nights of the power-ballad or rock-classic persuasion.
Penang
One of Batu Ferringhi's only sand-in-the-toes-type beach bars, located roughly in the centre of town.
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