Asia
- ★★★½
- Airport reviews
This charmless airport terminal is the world’s longest (and is slowly sinking)
An architectural and aviation landmark when it opened, Osaka’s Kansai International still measures up, except for one small thing.
- Kristie Kellahan
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The frozen ‘Ice City’ home to the most likeable people on Earth
Here, winter isn’t just endured: it’s a full-throttle celebration of all things cold, led by a people known for their wicked sense of humour and appetite for a good time.
- Frank Sweet
- ★★★★½
- Hotel reviews
Luxury hotels don’t come more shipshape than this classy Singapore property
Overlooking Marina Bay, this hotel is an art, architecture and culinary haven.
- Anthony Dennis
- Opinion
- Hong Kong
The 10 things we’ll never understand about Hong Kong
Holes in buildings, endless luxury handbag shops and overwhelming yum cha joints are just some of the mysteries we grapple with in this fast-paced city.
- Brian Johnston
You’ll cheer at this must-do event (and have no idea why)
The least interesting thing about this sporting event is what happens on the field.
- Paul Marshall
- ★★★★
- Airline reviews
Service may have fallen, but this Asian airline still delivers
My neighbour, a newcomer to air travel, has little concept of private space or armrest etiquette.
- John Borthwick
Save your yen: How to travel Japan on a budget
Japan is already a good-value destination, but here are a few key tips on how to make your yen stretch even further.
- Brian Johnston
The spirit of Vietnam bursts into life along the Mekong
During a cruise on the Mekong River, an excursion proves nourishing in more ways than one.
- Tim Richards
New bucket list: The 25 best things to do in Asia right now
You could spend decades exploring this continent and never get bored. Its diversity is dazzling, from ancient civilisations to the most modern cities.
- Ute Junker
A perfect home away from home on the Mekong
Vietnam and Cambodia may be countries bristling with energy, but serenity abounds when you swap the rails for the river.
- Tim Richards