Peninsular Malaysia's Northeast
Come nightfall thousands of fireflies dance among the mangroves, flashing in synchronisation. This synchronisation is unusual and believed to be…
Must-see attractions in Southeast Asia
Sukhothai
Wat Chang Lom (Elephant Circled Monastery) is about 1km east of the main park entrance. A large bell-shaped chedi is supported by 36 elephants sculpted…
Northwest Vietnam
Take a local bus or xe om to Thuan Chau, about 35km northwest of Son La, early in the morning, when its daily market swells with colourfully dressed hill…
Pulau Perhentian
This secluded beach at the south of the island can be reached by a steep and rugged track (around 800m, 20 minutes) from Teluk Dalam.
Sarawak
Offers an old-fashioned introduction to the park’s seven distinct ecosystems and an exposition on the codependent relationship between nepenthes (pitcher…
Sukhothai
This temple compound consists of a classic Sukhothai-style bell-shaped chedi, a stucco-covered Buddha statue and a particularly graceful image of a…
Chiang Rai Province
Housing archaeological artefacts from the area, Buddha imagery and exhibitions about the local hill peoples, this is an impressive museum despite its…
Trang Beaches & Islands
Turquoise water kisses a lovely, crescent-shaped beach overlooked by thickly forested hillsides at Hat Farang, also known as Hat Sai Yao but more usually…
Sukhothai
Little is known about these Buddhist ruins, but the compound is thought to once have had a bell-shaped chedi. Today, all that remains is a base and some…
Davao
A family-friendly expanse of more concrete than green space with larger-than-life-sized sculptures of native peoples of Mindanao, all designed by artist…
Northwestern Cambodia
On the western shore of Preah Khan's baray is Prasat Preah Thkol (known by locals as Mebon), an island temple similar in style to the Western Mebon at…
Flores
Meander through the aromatic market that stretches from the waterfront into the streets. Expect plastic tubs of vegetables, fruit and an astonishing…
West Sumatra
This spectacular three-storey waterfall is close to Teluk Kabung, by the village of Koto Lubuk Hitam. It’s an hour’s hike up to the base of the falls for…
Phang-Nga Province
On Ko Similan there’s a short, steep scramble off the main beach to the top of Sail Rock, though during daylight the path gets completely packed with day…
South Lombok
What a sight! An utterly empty and seemingly endless white beach backed by azure breakers. To get here, drive south 6.5km from Ekas over the rough but…
Nakhon Ratchasima Province
Three excavation pits with replica skeletons (the originals were damaged over time) and pottery left in situ from the 1991 excavations are on display in…
Sabah
Packed with aromas and produce from all over the region, this is where locals come to haggle and barter every Saturday evening. It's especially photogenic…
Bukit Peninsula
One of Bukit's classic surf breaks, Bingin is also famous as a beach hang-out with spectacular views. You reach the beach down a long set of stairs from…
Kuching
Although bathed in controversy over its funding and contracting, this garish addition to the Kuching waterfront is certainly a head turner – when it's…
Ko Samui
The high drop at Nam Tok Wang Saotong is in the hills above Ban Hua Thanon. There are signs warning visitors not to climb the falls as there have been…
Ko Samui & the Lower Gulf
Five kilometres east of town, Ao Manao is a superb strip of palm tree-fringed sand. You'll likely have it all to yourself, unless it's a public or Muslim…
Davao
This museum, next to the Waterfront Insular Hotel northeast of downtown, has a good collection of tribal weaving and artefacts from most of the Mindanao…
Kuta & Legian
Some still call this beach 'Pantai Jerman', a legacy of some long-forgotten early surfing tourist. It's nicely low-key, with beer vendors and surfboard…
Bai Tu Long Bay
Located in the northwestern corner of Co To Island is broad Van Chay Beach. During the summer months it's home to lots of food stalls, as well as kayak…
Northeast Vietnam
This modest museum sits at the entrance to the Coc Bo Cave area. It covers the period in 1941 during which Ho Chin Minh lived here, planning his…
Ko Samet
Less frenetic than its northern neighbour Hat Sai Kaew, Ao Hin Khok is a gorgeous bay attracting a younger crowd. Plenty of places to stay, eat and drink.
Phnom Penh
Performances of classical Cambodian dance were once staged in this pavilion, which is sometimes lit up at night to commemorate festivals or anniversaries.
Pura Dalem Ning Lan Taman Beji
Bukit Peninsula
Tanjung Benoa's main Hindu temple features a nicely carved triple entrance. It's a short walk from the peninsula's Chinese Buddhist temple and the mosque.
Pulau Tioman
The beach here is fairly built up, but the surroundings have an appealing kampung (village) atmosphere. A good spot for meeting local fishermen.
Ko Samui
Stretching along several kilometres of the island's northern shore, this beach is a quiet length of sand and an excellent choice for escaping the crowds.
Eastern Visayas
From barangay Upper Looc, 500m north of Almeria, a road takes you up to Caucab, where a sealed track gets you most of the way to pretty Bagongbong Falls.
Shrine of King Norodom Suramarit
Phnom Penh
This is the shrine of King Norodom Suramarit, the father of King Sihanouk who reigned from 1955 to 1960 following his son's abdication from the throne.
Luang Prabang
A beautifully faded temple guarded by emerald nagas (river serpents) on its roof, supported by columns and with an illustrated ochre interior.
Bohol
This dusty museum, set in a crumbling structure adjacent to the town's colonial church, contains a collection of poorly presented religious artefacts.
Ko Lipe
Busy Hat Pattaya on Lipe's southern coast has beach bars, seafood and a party vibe during the high season, though long-tails often crowd out swimmers.
Kuching
Tua Pek Kong, atop the red wedding-cake structure on Jln Padungan at the end of Main Bazaar, is the most popular temple in town for Chinese residents.
George Town
The Catholic Church of the Assumption was founded in 1786, not long after the foundation of Penang, but the present building was constructed in 1861.
Siquijor
The nature centre has been largely neglected but does have walking trails and some impressive trees and other floral life. It's 2km east of Cantabon.
Malapascua Island
This 12m-high lookout, beyond the typhoon-destroyed Los Bambos resort on the island's northwestern tip, is used by some brave souls as a cliff jump.
Chiang Mai
One of the gates to Chiang Mai's old town that bustles with a lively fresh market in the early morning and is set up with food stalls every evening.
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