DestinAsian

DestinAsian is the only travel magazine in the world exclusively dedicated to covering destinations in the Asia-Pacific region. Published 6 times a year, it delivers regular features about food, shopping, spa retreats, luxury lodgings, design, and fashion, all backed by award-winning writing, photography, and design.

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GOOD TO GO

SOUTHERN CHARMS • Once a sleepy fishing village, the vibrant southern Sri Lankan surf town Ahangama is now the hub of everything artsy, edgy, and creative. Here are six Ahangama-based boutiques and brands that honor the island life in cool, contemporary ways.

THE BUZZ ABOUT BUKHARA • This ancient Central Asian city will showcase contemporary Uzbek and international talents during its first art biennial.

FENIX RISING • A new institution in the Netherlands explores the universality of the migrant experience.

SUMMER LOVING • Giorgio Armani and Kith reunite in a summer-ready collaboration.

TEN DAYS IN TOHOKU • An extended version of the JR East Pass now gives visitors a full 10 days to explore the northern Tohoku region of Japan’s Honshu Island. With unlimited rides on JR East trains, including shinkansen and local services, it’s easier than ever to explore this underappreciated part of the country. Here, a day by day itinerary for making the most of it.

Initial Reaction • In Italy, a trio of NH Collection properties stand out for their singular locations and surfeit of character.

A Family Safari in Satpura • One writer ventures into the wilds of Madhya Pradesh to seek out tigers—and some quality bonding time—with her parents.

The Shape of Water • A solo kayak trip along Thailand’s Andaman coast is filled with untouched scenery, hair-raising challenges, and unexpected moments of hospitality.

A Repaste Among the Ruins • At an ancient temple complex on the Indonesian island of Sumatra, village cooks are reviving the culinary traditions of their ancestors.

Well Trained • This September marks the bicentennial of the modern railway. A lifelong train enthusiast reflects on the joys of traveling some of the world’s most scenic tracks.

THE EVOLUTION OF HONG KONG—OBSERVATIONS OF AN EXPAT • OVER THE PAST 20 YEARS, HONG KONG HAS HAD MORE THAN ITS FAIR SHARE OF CHALLENGES, BUT IT CONTINUES TO RISE WITH RESILIENCE, A LEADING PLAYER ON THE WORLD STAGE. A RESIDENT HERE FOR TWO DECADES, KEE FOONG REFLECTS ON THE CITY’S ABILITY TO NOT JUST SURVIVE, BUT TO THRIVE.

WHERE TO SAIL TO NEXT CRUISE

Take Me to the Río • AmaWaterways launches the first-ever luxury cruise ship to navigate the Magdalena River.

Making Waves • Big on style, low on crowds, these new vessels are among the most anticipated launches in luxury cruising.

Chasing Cherry Blossoms • A spring voyage around Japan provides not only prime flower viewing but also the opportunity to experience some of the country’s less-visited coastal communities.

There Goes the Sun • Solar eclipse–themed voyages are offering a front-row seat to next year’s celestial event.

INTERMEZZO

A FINE BALANCE • CELEBRATING SIX DECADES OF NATIONHOODTHISYEAR, SINGAPORE IS ATRIUMPH OF MODERN DESIGN — WITH SOME SURPRISING ANCIENT INFLUENCES.

Kowloon Walled City • HONG KONG, 19 9 0

LOMBOK IN MOTION • AMID A TOURISM BOOM, CREATIVES ON BALI’S UP-AND-COMING ISLAND NEIGHBOR ARE CHAMPIONING LOCALLY MADE PRODUCTS WITH AN ETHICAL EDGE.

BANGKOK’S NEW BEAT • THE THAI CAPITAL CHANNELS ITS OWN CHARACTER WITH A WORLDLY FLAIR AS IT MAKES STRIDES IN THE REALM OF FOOD AND DRINK, THE ARTS, AND FIVE-STAR HOSPITALITY.

TO THE EDGE OF EVEREST • TRAVERSING SHERPA VILLAGES, ANCIENT FORESTS, AND PRECIPITOUS GORGES, A NEW LODGE-BASED TREK TO EVEREST...