World Traveller
BWH Hotels: The Ultimate Tourist Havens Amidst Asia’s Wonders
At BWH Hotels, a star-studded collection of hotels and resorts across the Asia-Pacific region are on offer, including 18 distinct brands and three leading hospitality companies – WorldHotels, Best Western Hotels & Resorts, and SureStay Hotels. Asia is a region of endless adventures, where rich heritage meets modern marvels, and natural beauty surrounds dynamic cities.
Ascott Orchard Singapore: A Second Home in Singapore
For the frequent Singapore traveller, Ascott Orchard Singapore has become the accommodation choice. Connected to one of the most popular shopping centres, these premium serviced apartments with hotel license present a tranquil oasis in the city’s retail and lifestyle heart. A visit to the Lion City is almost routine for Jakarta residents, a welcome reprieve
Relax and Recharge: A Look Inside the Qantas Melbourne Domestic Business Lounge
Flying nine times a week from Jakarta to Australia, with daily flights to Sydney and three flights per week to Melbourne, Qantas connects travellers to the wonders of Australia. For those looking to explore Tasmania, Melbourne Airport has the most flight connections, with Qantas’ flights to Hobart, Launceston, Devonport and Burnie. Committed to passenger comfort
Tasmania: A Journey Through Untamed Beauty
Sheltered off the Southern coast of Australia is Tasmania – a vibrant island state packed with unique flora and fauna, history, and a distinctive culture. Lovingly known as “Tassie” by their mainland counterparts, the island features a rich natural ecosystem and a microcosm of charming Australian culture and hospitality. As the state is only an
Doha: Honouring History in an Ultra-Modern City
Qatar, powered by the great wealth of their natural resources, have since channeled their endowments into growing its cities and experiences, transforming this Middle-east nation into something of the future. Now, old desert forts contrast the hyper-modern cityscapes, especially that of Doha, the capital and hub of Qatar’s evolution. TouchIng down at the Hamad International
Enchanting Bhutan: A Traveller’s Guide to the Buddhist Kingdom
In the heart of the Himalayas lies a Kingdom shrouded in clouds, both mystical and enchanting, with brightly painted temples and snow on the ground. In a courtyard the only sounds are birdsongs and the chanting echoes of monk’s prayers and occasional chimes that shatter the silence, the air heavy with incense, monks go about
The New Hong Kong Bucket List
Hong Kong is ready to be explored, again! From new attractions to lesser-known outdoor beauty to a brand-new arts and culture district, the city is calling travellers to discover destinations new and old. Once one of the world’s most popular cities, Hong Kong was rocked by the pandemic and soon-after, its protests. This of course
Secrets of Siem Reap
You’ve heard of Angkor Wat, and so have the millions of people that visit the temple every year. However, a destination should not be defined by a single site, as I discovered on a recent, eye-opening trip to Cambodia’s cultural capital, Siem Reap. With a history comprised of an ancient civilisation, colonisation, civil war and
Taiwan: Pioneers of Technology, Leaders in Tourism
John Chen, Representative of the Taipei Economic & Trade Office. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOWJAKARTA Representative of the Taipei Economic & Trade Office, John Chen, talks about Taiwan tourism and why you need to visit the country. Taiwan and Indonesia have enjoyed quite a healthy partnership over the years. How is the balance of visitors between the
Vilnius: The Lithuanian Capital’s Coming Out
A stunning sunset over Vilnius, Lithuania. Photos by Katrin Figge/NOWJAKARTA Despite its eventful history, picturesque old town and laid-back energy, Lithuania’s capital, Vilnius, remains a hidden gem in Europe—but this may change very soon. When travellers plan to explore the cities of Europe, only few will give Vilnius a second thought. But the capital of Lithuania,
Taiwan: A Different Nightlife Sensation
Taiwan offers many things. The night markets are the ones you should not miss. Photos by Taiwan Tourism Bureauy and Refa Koetin/NOWJAKARTA Offering a plethora of treats, trinkets and fun activities, the night markets in Taiwan are too good to pass up. I recently found myself in Taiwan in a trip sponsored by the Taiwan
Korea Sees Rising Trends in Travel and MICE Tourism for 2019
Thanks to its modern development in infrastructure, excellent services and accessibility, Korean MICE destinations have become as one of the best meetings and conferences tourism trend in the world. Embassy of The Republic of Korea in Jakarta together with Korea Tourism Organization held an event last month about the Korea MICE Roadshow 2019 to foster
Fantastic Thailand Family Holiday
Thailand is top destination in Southeast Asia and the country always has something to offers within season. Check these several activitiesfor your future itinerary. From Michelle-star restaurant to famous Thai massage, Thailand is one of the top destination in Southeast Asia and the country always has something to offers within season. Photo coutesy of Tourism Authority of