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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FIUGGI IN FOCUS • IN THE HILLS OF LAZIO, ITALY’S NEWEST MEDICAL RETREAT SETS THE STAGE FOR A TRANSFORMATIVE WELLNESS EXPERIENCE.

OUT IN BLOOM • SINGAPORE PROVIDES THE LATEST GARDEN SETTING FOR DALE CHIHULY’S OTHERWORLDLY GLASS CREATIONS.

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THE FULL FLAVORS OF KOH PHANGAN • DIGGING INTO THE SURPRISINGLY GLOBAL FOOD SCENE ON SAMUI’S NORTHERLY NEIGHBOR.

A BRUSH WITH BALI • A CELEBRATED GRAFFITI ARTIST HAS TAKEN UP RESIDENCE AT ONE OF NUSA DUA’S MOST STYLISH RESORTS.

OUT OF THE BOTTLE • A NEW BOOK EXAMINES THE AGE-OLD BENEFITS—AND CONTINUED APPEAL—OF INDONESIAN HEALTH TONICS.

CITY SLICKERS • SIX NEW OR IMPROVED HOTELS TO CHECK IN TO ON YOUR NEXT VISIT TO HONG KONG.

SETTLING IN JUST FINE • THE NEW ANDAZ BALI COMBINES THE QUAINT CHARM OF BALI’S SANUR NEIGHBORHOOD WITH CONTEMPORARY DESIGN AND GENUINE HOSPITALITY.

NORTHERN EXPOSURE • A GLEAMING NEW ART CENTER IN DOWNTOWN WINNIPEG CELEBRATES INUIT ARTISTRY.

SUBSCRIBE • FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN A THREE-NIGHT STAY AT KIMPTON MAA-LAI BANGKOK

WIN • A THREE-NIGHT STAY AT ANANTARA LAWANA RESORT & SPA

Songkhla steps up • On the cusp of a creative transformation, this heritage-rich town in Thailand’s far south offers more than a few reasons to linger.

Puttin’ on the Ritz • Fresh from the most extensive renovation in its 110-year history, Madrid’s Hotel Ritz—now the Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid—has embraced the 21st century without losing any of its original allure.

SINGAPORE, MALAYSIA, AND THE PHILIPPINES • WHAT DISTINGUISHES A TOP HOTEL FROM THE COMPETITION? DEDICATION TO SERVICE, CULINARY EXCELLENCE, AND OUTSTANDING STYLE ARE SOME OF THE KEY CHARACTERISTICS, AS IS A PALPABLE SENSE OF PLACE. HERE ARE EIGHT PROPERTIES IN SINGAPORE, MALAYSIA, AND THE PHILIPPINES THAT CHECK ALL THE BOXES.

ANANTARA DESARU COAST RESORT & VILLAS

CRIMSON RESORT & SPA, BORACAY

DISCOVERY SHORES BORACAY

CAPELLA SINGAPORE

THE FULLERTON HOTEL SINGAPORE

THE FULLERTON BAY HOTEL SINGAPORE

THE BARRACKS HOTEL SENTOSA

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50 Reasons to visit the UAE • In December 1971, six emirates along the Arabian Gulf — Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ajman, and Umm Al Quwain — formed the federation of the United Arab Emirates, joined by Ras Al Khaimah a couple months later. The intervening decades have seen the UAE emerge as a regional powerhouse and fascinating destination in its own right, with much to explore. Here, on the eve of the country’s 50th anniversary, are some of its most compelling attractions.

BANDA BOUND • The fortunes of eastern Indonesia’s Spice Islands may have waned since the days when cloves and nutmeg were worth more than their weight in gold, but a cruise aboard a traditional-style yacht reveals that there are still plenty of riches to explore.

OAXACA • Renowned for its mezcal and moles, the southern state of Oaxaca is Mexico at its most authentic, a land where vibrant indigenous cultures, architectural wonders, and some of the country’s best food compete for your attention.

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